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OSSLT 2008 Narrative Selection


Multiple Response
Identify one or more choices that best complete the statement or answer the question.
 
 
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 1. 
Which statement was most likely spoken before the events in this selection took place?
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 a.
“I keep forgetting to tell people about our specials,” said Ben.
 b.
“This restaurant is too busy. Let’s go somewhere else,” said Ali.
 c.
“No thanks. We’d rather wait for a table in that section,” said Dana.
 d.
“We’re not usually this crowded on Saturday,” said the restaurant owner.
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 2. 
When Ben recites the list in paragraph 3, he shows that he
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 a.
has memorized the information.
 b.
is confused by so many choices.
 c.
does not care what his customers want.
 d.
must speak loudly in the busy restaurant.
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 3. 
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What is the main purpose of the italics in paragraphs 5 and 10?
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 a.
identify direct speech
 b.
indicate who is talking
 c.
highlight unusual words
 d.
emphasize tone of voice
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 4. 
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Who is speaking in paragraph 7?
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 a.
Ali
 b.
Ben
 c.
Dana
 d.
the restaurant owner
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Short Answer
 

 5. 
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Explain why the final sentence is an effective conclusion to the selection. Use relevant and specific information from the selection to support your answer.
 

 6. 
Explain whether or not Ben is a good waiter. Use specific details and examples from the selection to support your explanation.
 



 
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