ENGL. IV MSL REVIEW 2

Which statement provides an objective summary of the text?

• Entrepreneurship can be difficult, but the freedom it provides makes it the right choice for many.
• Entrepreneurship can be lonely, but the financial rewards outweigh the emotional struggles.
• Entrepreneurship can be a challenge for people who have only been exposed to their own cultures.
• Entrepreneurship can only be successful for those who are willing to utilize the newest technology.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

In paragraph 20, what is implied by the use of the phrase "dusty industry" in reference to the furniture business?

• Furniture manufacturing and sales have remained essentially the same for many years.
• Many entrepreneurs avoid furniture manufacturing because of the industrial waste it creates.
• Selling furniture on the internet is a risky venture and can lead to failure for reckless entrepreneurs.
• The sale of furniture in the traditional manner makes it easier for new designers to establish themselves.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.1.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

According to the text, how has the internet helped further the careers of new furniture designers?

• It has provided a venue for creativity.
• It has allowed orders to come in faster.
• It has caused retailers to become cautious.
• It has caused many industries to be outsourced.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

What is the meaning of the metaphor "Speed is king" in the text?

• Selling goods quickly is the most important factor of internet business success.
• The speed at which people can access the internet determines whether they will patronize a business.
• Launching new products quickly is important to being competitive in the furniture business.
• Delivering purchased goods to customers quickly is a significant factor in their satisfaction.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

How does the author develop the description of Ning Li's business ideas?

• in a sequential order that describes his overwhelming successes in the furniture business outside of China
• in sections that explore Ning Li's inspirations, decisions, challenges, and ideas for working as an entrepreneur
• in a biographical format that details each decade of Ning Li's life as an entrepreneur
• in order of importance, from most vital to least vital business decisions

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Based on the information in the text, why is China a leader in manufacturing?

• It has an unstable economy.
• It understands international markets.
• It outsources most of their processes.
• It has more designers than any other country.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

Why does the author choose to use quotations from Ning Li?

• to provide the entrepreneur's perspective in his own words
• to demonstrate the entrepreneur's detailed command of the English language
• to illustrate the ups and down of owning and managing an online furniture business in a technological age
• to support the opinion that businesses have many aspects, and the entrepreneur must understand them all

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3