READING AND COMPREHENSION QUIZ II LEVEL 13

Why might people continue to believe in Nessie despite a lack of proof?

• They enjoy Scottish history

• It's part of the school curriculum

• They want to believe in something mysterious

• They believe in all mythical creatures

What can be inferred about the 1933 sighting?

• It proved Nessie exists

• It started modern interest in Nessie

• It was scientifically confirmed

• It was the first known sighting ever

What likely explains many sightings of Nessie?

• Underwater sonar

• Wildlife documentaries

• Hoaxes and misidentified natural objects

• Satellite images

The author suggests the story of Nessie continues because:

• People want to visit Scotland

• Scientists confirmed it

• It serves cultural and psychological needs

• The photo was real

The term "affectionately known" in paragraph 1 suggests:

• People dislike the monster

• Nessie is feared

• People have a fond attitude toward Nessie

• Nessie is a dangerous animal

Why is the "Surgeon's Photograph" still important, even if fake?

• It shows how science works

• It was taken with new technology

• It still influences public belief

• It has never been discredited

What can be concluded about scientific efforts to find Nessie?

• They were all successful

• They have found strong evidence

• They have ruled out Nessie completely

• They have found no definitive proof

Why does the author mention Saint Columba?

• To show Nessie is a modern invention

• To trace the origins of the legend

• To explain Christian beliefs

• To prove Nessie is dangerous

What does the story imply about human perception?

• It is highly logical

• It is influenced by desire and belief

• It is always accurate

• It's unrelated to myths

Which of the following best summarizes the article's tone?

• Critical and scientific

• Sarcastic and doubtful

• Curious and balanced

• Frustrated and angry