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Test Based Off Of The "Extract From a Novel" Reading

Question 1 of 8

1

As he travelled, the writer regretted his choice of

Select one of the following:

  • seat

  • clothes

  • career

  • means of transport

Explanation

Question 2 of 8

1

What had surprised the writer about the job?

Select one of the following:

  • There had been no advertisement.

  • He had been contacted by letter.

  • There was an invitation to tea.

  • He had been selected for interview.

Explanation

Question 3 of 8

1

The writer uses the phrase ‘I had grabbed the lifeline’ (line 16) to show that he felt

Select one of the following:

  • confident of his ability.

  • ready to consider any offer.

  • cautious about accepting the invitation.

  • forced to make a decision unwillingly.

Explanation

Question 4 of 8

1

What impression had the writer previously had of Yorkshire?

Select one of the following:

  • It was a beautiful place.

  • It was a boring place.

  • It was a charming place.

  • It was an unhappy place.

Explanation

Question 5 of 8

1

What did the writer find unusual about Darrowby?

Select one of the following:

  • the location of the bus stop

  • the small number of shops

  • the design of the square

  • the lack of activity

Explanation

Question 6 of 8

1

What did the writer feel the guidebooks had missed about Darrowby?

Select one of the following:

  • the beauty of the houses

  • the importance of the bridges

  • the lovely views from the town

  • the impressive public spaces

Explanation

Question 7 of 8

1

How did the writer recognise Skeldale House?

Select one of the following:

  • The name was on the door.

  • It had red bricks.

  • There was a certain plant outside.

  • It stood alone.

Explanation

Question 8 of 8

1

How did the writer’s attitude change during the passage?

Select one of the following:

  • He began to feel he might like living in Darrowby.

  • He became less enthusiastic about the job.

  • He realised his journey was likely to have been a waste of time.

  • He started to look forward to having the interview.

Explanation

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