The Volcano Lady

Which sentence from the following passage (paragraph 4) best shows Donna O’Meara’s interest in the forces of nature?

• “O’Meara grew up in the New England countryside.”

• “There are no volcanoes in Connecticut, but in the spring and summer there were fierce thunder and lightning storms that thrilled Donna.”

• “However, instead of turning her love for science into a career after graduation, she became an artist, photographer, and writer.”

• “As she worked on different magazines and books, she gradually began to realize that something was missing in her life.”

Answer explanation

Donna O’Meara’s reaction to thunder and lightning storms is evidence of her interest in the forces of nature.

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The following passage (paragraph 5) adds to the development of the text mainly by _________________.

• showing why working on magazines and books is boring

• explaining why readers should pursue a career in studying volcanoes

• suggesting that Donna was becoming more passionate about studying volcanoes

• suggesting that studying volcanoes was the wrong career choice for Donna

Answer explanation

This passage suggests to readers that Donna was becoming more and more interested in the study of volcanoes.

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What is most closely the meaning of document as it is used in the following passage (paragraph 8)?

• noun | a written form of communication

• noun | a computer file containing information

• verb | to record in written or photographic form

• verb | to furnish with references or citations

Answer explanation

Their mission is to take photos and videos of volcanic eruptions.

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The following passage (paragraph 11) adds to the development of the text mainly by _________________.

• explaining why Donna O’Meara feared for her life on Mt. Stromboli

• suggesting the importance of the O’Mearas’ work to science

• explaining that the Smithsonian Institution only features exhibits related to volcanoes

• suggesting that the O’Mearas love their work, but it does not do much for the world

Answer explanation

The fact that the O’Mearas’ work is housed in the Smithsonian Institution is evidence of its importance.

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Which of the following inferences is best supported by the passage below (paragraph 1)?

• Donna and Steve O’Meara did not think this expedition would be dangerous.

• The O’Mearas lived in Sicily most of the year.

• The O’Mearas had plenty of equipment for this situation.

• Donna and Steve O’Meara were in a dangerous situation.

Answer explanation

The passage clearly suggests how much danger Donna and Steve O’Meara were in.

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Which of the following inferences about Donna O’Meara is best supported by the entire text?

• Donna quietly regrets her decision to study volcanoes.

• Donna quietly regrets her decision to study volcanoes.

• Donna loves her work so much that she is willing to risk her safety for it.

• Donna wouldn’t have been interested in volcanoes if she’d grown up near them.

Answer explanation

The text explains how much Donna loves the danger and excitement of volcanoes.

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