Reading Comp. Practice

Determine the meaning of the underlined word: Despite never losing a pet, Crystal had lots of empathy for Emma, who had just lost her childhood dog.

• Feeling indifferent towards someone's emotions
• Feeling jealous of someone's emotions
• Having no emotions at all
• Understanding and sharing someone else's feelings

Determine the meaning of the underlined word: My sister bought a copy of a very long, classic novel and never read it, she just ostentatiously displayed it on her coffee table.

• Obnoxiously, with intent to impress

• Appreciatively

• Educationally

• Angrily

Determine the meaning of the underlined word: The dog lapped viciously at the water in her bowl, parched from a long day in the sun.

• Softly

• Furious

• Extremely happy

• Very thirsty

With the development of quick, online shopping, popular fashions have become extremely ephemeral.

• Ugly, gaudy

• Expensive

• Lasting for a very short time

• Beautiful

Determine the meaning of the underlined word: Tommy's complexion quickly turned florid as he fumbled over the words in his class presentation. He clearly was not prepared to present.

• Exuberant

• Flushed, red

• Green

• Sweaty

What is the main idea of this passage?

• Language changes perception of food

• Signature dishes and tastes vary by region in the United States

• Weather is unpredictable

• Some foods taste better than others

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According to the passage, What is a popular seafood option on the West Coast?

• Potato cassarole

• Grilled salmon and sushi

• Fried chicken

• Cheeseburger

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According to the passage, Which of the following dishes is popular in the South?

• Fried chicken

• Pizza

• Sushi

• Tacos

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Why do you think warm, heavier foods are commonly considered classic comfort foods in the Midwest?

• The history of potato farming

• The colder weather

• The history of Chicago as a port town

• None of the above

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Based off of this passage, we can assume that the author wants readers to...

• Avoid fish

• Be careful when trying new foods

• Try unique foods as they travel around the U.S

• Only eat local foods