RL/RI.9.1 - Inference

"Julia looked at the old, dusty house with a mix of nostalgia and apprehension. She could see the faded paint on the door and the overgrown garden that had once been meticulously cared for. As she stepped inside, the creaking floorboards and the musty smell reminded her of her childhood, but she couldn't shake the feeling that something had changed."

• A. Julia is excited about the changes to the house.

• B. Julia is indifferent about returning to the house.

• C. Julia feels a sense of unease about the house’s current state.

• D. Julia is unaware of the changes in the house.

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Based on the dialogue below, what can be inferred about Maria’s feelings towards her new job?

Maria: "I was really looking forward to this opportunity, but I didn’t expect the work to be so demanding. The long hours and constant pressure are starting to take a toll on me."

• A. Maria is thrilled with the demanding nature of her new job.

• B. Maria feels indifferent about the challenges of her new job.

• C. Maria is disappointed and stressed by the demanding aspects of her job.

• D. Maria is excited to work long hours and handle pressure.

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From the following passage, what can be inferred about the relationship between the characters?

"John’s face brightened when he saw Emma walking into the room. He immediately stood up and greeted her warmly, asking about her day and showing genuine interest in her response. Emma, though, seemed a bit reserved, responding with short answers and avoiding eye contact."

• A. John and Emma have a close, friendly relationship.

• B. John and Emma are meeting for the first time.

• C. Emma is very enthusiastic about talking to John.

• D. John feels indifferent about Emma’s presence.

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Given the following description, what can be inferred about the setting?

"The streetlights flickered on as the sun began to set. The once bustling marketplace had emptied out, leaving behind only a few stray shoppers and the occasional vendor packing up their goods. The cool evening air brought a sense of calm and quiet."

• A. The setting is during the daytime, and the market is very busy.

• B. The setting is early morning, with vendors starting their day.

• C. The setting is in the evening, with a quiet and calming atmosphere.

• D. The setting is midday, and the marketplace is still crowded.

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"As the final notes of the concert lingered in the air, the audience erupted into applause. The narrator glanced around at the satisfied smiles and heard the enthusiastic cheers, but he couldn’t shake the feeling that something was missing from the performance."

• A. The narrator felt that the concert was perfect and well-received

• B. The narrator felt indifferent to the concert and the audience’s reaction

• C. The narrator thought that the concert was enjoyable but lacked something.

• D. The narrator believed that the audience was not enjoying the concert.

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"Michael stared at the empty room, the silence echoing louder than words. He had spent weeks preparing for this moment, but now that it was finally here, he felt a deep sense of loneliness despite the anticipation."

• A. Michael is surrounded by friends and is feeling joyful.

• B. Michael is feeling lonely despite having anticipated the moment

• C. Michael is confident and excited about his situation.

• D. Michael is unhappy because he was not prepared for the momen

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"In the article, the author argues that the new policy will bring significant improvements to the community, citing various potential benefits. However, the author also notes that these benefits are dependent on effective implementation and the cooperation of all stakeholders."

• A. The author is completely against the new policy

• B. The author believes the new policy will definitely succeed without any issues.

• C. The author is cautiously optimistic about the new policy's potential

• D. The author thinks that the new policy will fail to improve the community.

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Which of the following is an observation?

• • A. The sky is cloudy, so it might rain later.

• B. The ground is wet, which means it has recently rained.

• C. The trees are swaying, suggesting that a storm is approaching.

• D. People are carrying umbrellas, which indicates that rain is expected.

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What can be inferred about the narrator's feelings towards the event?

"As the celebration continued, the narrator couldn't help but feel a sense of detachment. Despite the laughter and joy around, he felt like an outsider looking in."

• A. The narrator is fully engaged and enjoying the event.

• B. The narrator feels disconnected and isolated from the event.

• C. The narrator is indifferent to the event.

• D. The narrator is overwhelmed with happiness.

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Based on the passage, what can be inferred about the author's opinion on the new technology?

"The author acknowledges that the new technology has the potential to revolutionize the industry. However, they also express concerns about its accessibility and the potential for misuse."

• A. The author is completely against the new technology.

• B. The author is optimistic but cautious about the new technology.

• C. The author believes the new technology will have no impact.

• D. The author is indifferent to the new technology.

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