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Standard 2.0 Comprehension of Informational Text

Indicator 5. Analyze purposeful use of language

Objective a. Analyze specific word choice that contributes to the meaning and/or creates style

Selected Response Item
Read the story 'Wang Yani' and answer the following question.

In paragraph 3, the author most likely uses the word inspired instead of motivated to emphasize the —

  1. unusual style of Yani's work
  2. connections Yani has to other artists
  3. early start to Yani's career
  4. delight painting brings to Yani
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Correct Answer:
D
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