3.4 Comprehension

In paragraphy 3, what was the effect of the decision not to let Marian sing at Constitution Hall?

• People told Marian to stop singing.

• Marian only sang for small gatherings.

• Marian sang at cities across the country.

• People set up a different place for Marian to sing.

The author describes the events in events in sequential order mainly to ---

• tell the story of Marian Anderson's life and career

• explain how Marian Anderson felt during the events

• persuade the reader that these events are important

• show the reader how people felt about Marian Anderson's singing

Which statement best summarizes paragraph 3?

• Marian was born in Philadelphia but sang in cities all over the country and overseas.

• Marian was supposed to sing at Constitution Hall, but some people would not let her because she was African American.

• People were upset that Marian wasn't allowed to sing, so they created a new event for her, which many people attended and enjoyed.

• Marian decided to sing at the Lincoln Memorial because American American people were treated unfairly, and she wanted to change that.