OSSLT graphic text practice

What does the increase use of barbless hooks suggest about anglers?

• They want to help maintain fish populationx
• They want to retain as many fish as possible.
• They want to make a lot of money selling fish.
• They want to make sure the fish are securely hooked.

If the trends in the graph continue, what is a logical prediction?

• The number of fish caught decreases.
• The number of anglers rises to 1985 levels
• In 2005, anglers spend less than 1 billion dollars on fishing.
• In 2005, the number of retained fish reaches 150 million.

What is the purpose of the asterisk * beside "Direct fishing-related expenditures"?

• To direct the reader to the graph.
• TO indicate the importance of the section.
• To connect the heading to other information.
• to emphasize the amount of fishing-related expenditures.

Which part of the selection relates most closely to the final paragraph? 

• The introductory paragraph.
• The "Total number of anglers" graphs
• The "total fish caught and retained" graph.
• The Direct-fishing related expenditures graph.

What is the meaning of "adopted" as used in the final paragraph?

• used
• noticed
• suggested
• abandoned

Which part of the selection of the recreational fishing industry contributes to the economy?

• The picture of the angler
• The "total number of anglers" graph
• The "total fish caught and retained" graph
• The "Direct fishing-related expenditures" graph