Inferences & Evidence Practice 3

Based on paragraph 1, what is the significance of the mirror’s description?

• It highlights the mirror’s ordinary appearance in contrast to its mysterious nature.

• It suggests that the mirror’s origins are rooted in modern craftsmanship.

• It establishes the mirror as an enigmatic object that defies natural explanation.

• It implies that the mirror is an unremarkable artifact with no real importance.

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In paragraph 2, how does the professor’s reaction to the mirror differ from his colleagues’ warnings?

• The professor is cautious about the mirror, while his colleagues encourage him to explore it.

• The professor is fascinated by the mirror, while his colleagues approach it with skepticism and fear.

• The professor is indifferent to the mirror, while his colleagues are eager to learn more about it.

• The professor is dismissive of the mirror, while his colleagues are intrigued by its history.

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What does paragraph 3 reveal about Ellison’s motivation?

• He seeks personal glory and recognition above all else.

• He desires to prove his colleagues’ warnings were unfounded.

• He wants to debunk myths about the artifact through rigorous study.

• He is driven by a genuine curiosity to expand human understanding.

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In paragraph 5, how does the author build suspense during Ellison’s experiment?

• By emphasizing the silence and describing the mirror’s unchanged appearance.

• By focusing on Ellison’s hesitation and doubts about his incantation.

• By introducing sudden action and chaos as the ritual unfolds.

• By showing the reactions of Ellison’s colleagues to the experiment.

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What is the central conflict described in paragraph 6?

• Ellison struggles to reconcile his discoveries with scientific reasoning.

• Ellison begins to lose his sense of identity as the mirror’s influence grows.

• Ellison must convince his colleagues of the mirror’s significance.

• Ellison faces backlash from the academic community for his experiments.

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