Unit 2 of 5
Study guide for CLEP CLEP Spanish with Writing — Unit 2: Reading Comprehension. Practice questions, key concepts, and exam tips.
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What can be inferred about the stranger's mission based on the passage?
It is a routine flight with no particular importance
Es una misión relacionada con el rescate de la nave
It is an important mission that requires a perilous flight
No se puede determinar con certeza
Answer: C — The passage states that the stranger's mission 'must indeed be an important one' to attempt such a perilous flight, indicating its significance.
What is the best description of the bishop's behavior towards the condemned man, as understood by the crowd?
Compassionate and redemptive
Condescendiente
Indifferent
Angry and judgmental
Answer: A — The bishop shows empathy and kindness, giving the man hope and spiritual comfort before his execution, as seen in the passage where he says 'Celui que l'homme tue, Dieu le ressuscite' and 'Le Père est là'.
What is the purpose of the secret doors, walls, and passages shown to Johnny by Mr. McFarland?
To provide a shortcut to the factory's cafeteria
Para asegurar ayuda si es necesaria
To store the valuable tools and diamonds
To allow Johnny to leave the factory during his break
Answer: B — The passage states that the secret doors, walls, and passages 'may be of great service to you in securing aid, if it is needed', which is reflected in option "Para asegurar ayuda si es necesaria", 'Para asegurar ayuda si es necesaria'.
What can be inferred about the protagonist's relationship with his neighbors?
He felt superior to them due to his personal culture
Estaba completamente aislado de ellos
He shared their amusements and occupations, which helped him blend in
They were aware of his intellectual distinction and treated him differently
Answer: C — The passage states that the protagonist shared his neighbors' amusements and occupations, which allowed him to blend in and not stand out due to his personal culture.
What can be inferred about Johnny's job and his expectations for adventure?
He expected his job to be exciting and full of adventure from the start.
Su trabajo es emocionante y lleno de aventuras.
He had resigned himself to a mundane job, but was open to unexpected adventures.
No tiene expectativas de aventuras en su trabajo.
Answer: C — The passage states Johnny 'had resigned himself to hard and grimy toil' but the manager's remark about adventure comes back to him, suggesting he is open to unexpected adventures.
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