MAKING INFERENCES

1. Based on the passage, why did Jane decide to stay home?
   "Jane looked out the window at the pouring rain and decided to stay home instead of going to the park."

• She was feeling sick

• She was tired

• It was raining heavily

• She has a lot of work to do

2. "Mark always wore a suit and carried a briefcase to work."

• Mark works in a casual environment

• Mark has a corporate or office job

• Mark works as a mechanic

• Mark is a medical student

3. "Sarah couldn't stop smiling after the concert."

• Sarah was disappointed with the concert

• Sarah enjoyed the concert

• Sarah was indifferent about the concert

• Sarah was sad about the concert ending

4. "The line for the restaurant stretched around the block, even on a weekday."

• The restaurant is unpopular

• The restaurant is expensive

• The restaurant has poor service

• The restaurant is very popular

5. What can be inferred about the new policy at the company?
   "Many employees were unhappy with the new policy and voiced their concerns during the meeting."

• The new policy was disfavored among employees

• The new policy was beneficial to employees

• The new policy was well-received

• The new policy had little impact

6. "Since the implementation of the new traffic regulations, the number of accidents has significantly decreased."

• The new regulations are confusing to drivers

• The new regulations have improved road safety

• The new regulations have no effect

• The new regulations have worsened the situation

7. "Despite his flaws, the author portrays the protagonist with a sense of admiration and sympathy."

• The author is nonchalant to the protagonist

• The author dislikes the protagonist

• The author is critical of the protagonist

• The author feels a strong connection to the protagonist

8. "During the company meeting, the manager announced several new projects and changes to the workflow. Some employees nodded in agreement, while others exchanged worried glances. After the meeting, a few employees gathered to discuss the changes. Sarah, a team leader, reassured her colleagues that the new projects would bring exciting opportunities, even though there might be some challenges ahead."

   What can you infer about Sarah's attitude towards the new projects?

• She is critical and pessimistic

• She is positive and encouraging

• She is indifferent and unconcerned

• She is skeptical and doubtful

9. "During the annual shareholder meeting, the CEO presented the company's achievements over the past year. However, he struggled to highlight significant successes. The shareholders listened with concern, and there was a notable lack of applause at the end of the presentation. Several shareholders approached the CEO afterward with critical questions about the company's performance and future."

   What can you infer about the shareholders' reactions to the CEO's presentation?

• They were enthusiastic and supportive

• They were pleased and impressed with the company's success

• They were critical of the CEO's decisions

• They were not indifferent to the company's achievements

10. "Tom had been saving for years to buy his dream car. When he finally drove it off the lot, he felt a sense of regret. The car did not meet his expectations, and the drive home was filled with frustration as he noticed several issues. That evening, when he showed the car to his friends and family, they were polite but did not share his enthusiasm. Tom felt disappointed and disheartened."

    What can you infer about Tom's feelings towards his new car?

• He did not feel anxious about the car's performance

• He felt indifferent about the car

• He was thrilled and eager to show it off

• He felt disappointed and regretted the purchase