- English Language Test for International Students Inference in Reading Passages Questions and Answers Flashcards
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A passage reads: 'The farmer looked at the sky, frowned, and quickly began covering the crops with plastic sheeting.' What can you infer about the weather?
Answer: Bad weather such as a storm or frost is approaching
Looking at the sky, frowning, and urgently protecting crops indicates threatening weather is approaching.
A passage states: 'After reviewing the test results, Dr. Park asked the patient to schedule a follow-up appointment and bring a family member.' What can you infer?
Answer: The results may indicate a serious condition requiring family support
Requesting a follow-up with a family member suggests the doctor may need to discuss serious results that require support.
A text about a school reads: 'The hallways were decorated with banners, students wore matching colored shirts, and music blared from the gymnasium.' What can you infer?
Answer: A school spirit event or pep rally
Banners, matching shirts, and music from the gym are all signs of a school spirit event or pep rally.
A passage states: 'The company's stock price dropped sharply after the CEO resigned unexpectedly, and several board members called an emergency meeting.' What can you infer?
Answer: The CEO's departure has created a crisis for the company
An unexpected CEO resignation, stock price drop, and emergency meeting all indicate a company crisis.
A passage reads: 'Though the restaurant had won several awards, it closed its doors permanently after only two years.' What can you most reasonably infer?
Answer: Awards alone do not guarantee business success
A restaurant winning awards but still closing shows that critical acclaim does not ensure commercial viability.
A science passage states: 'The birds that remained in the northern region during winter were observed to have thicker plumage than their southern counterparts.' What can you infer?
Answer: Thicker plumage is an adaptation to colder climates
Birds staying in cold northern winters having thicker feathers suggests this is an adaptation to cold temperatures.