1
5
Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?
A) Line 33 ("His voice . . . refined")
B) Lines $49-51$ ("You . . . mind")
C) Lines 63-64 ("Please . . . proposal")
D) Lines 71-72 ("Eager . . . face")
6
In the passage, Akira addresses Chie with
A) affection but not genuine love.
B) objectivity but not complete impartiality.
C) amusement but not mocking disparagement.
D) respect but not utter deference.
7
The main purpose of the first paragraph is to
A) describe a culture.
B) criticize a tradition.
C) question a suggestion.
D) analyze a reaction.
8
As used in line 2, "form" most nearly means
A) appearance.
B) custom.
C) structure.
D) nature.
9

Why does Akira say his meeting with Chie is "a matter of urgency" (line 32)?
A) He fears that his own parents will disapprove of Naomi.
B) He worries that Naomi will reject him and marry someone else.
C) He has been offered an attractive job in another country.
D) He knows that Chie is unaware of his feelings for Naomi.
10
Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?
A) Line 39 ("I don't . . . you")
B) Lines $39-42$ ("Normally . . community")
C) Lines 58 -59 ("Depending . . . Japan")
D) Lines $72-73$ ("I see ... you")

Question

1
5
Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?
A) Line 33 ("His voice . . . refined")
B) Lines $49-51$ ("You . . . mind")
C) Lines 63-64 ("Please . . . proposal")
D) Lines 71-72 ("Eager . . . face")
6
In the passage, Akira addresses Chie with
A) affection but not genuine love.
B) objectivity but not complete impartiality.
C) amusement but not mocking disparagement.
D) respect but not utter deference.
7
The main purpose of the first paragraph is to
A) describe a culture.
B) criticize a tradition.
C) question a suggestion.
D) analyze a reaction.
8
As used in line 2, "form" most nearly means
A) appearance.
B) custom.
C) structure.
D) nature.
9

Why does Akira say his meeting with Chie is "a matter of urgency" (line 32)?
A) He fears that his own parents will disapprove of Naomi.
B) He worries that Naomi will reject him and marry someone else.
C) He has been offered an attractive job in another country.
D) He knows that Chie is unaware of his feelings for Naomi.
10
Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?
A) Line 39 ("I don't . . . you")
B) Lines $39-42$ ("Normally . . community")
C) Lines 58 -59 ("Depending . . . Japan")
D) Lines $72-73$ ("I see ... you")

Accepted Answer

It looks like you have a series of multiple-choice questions related to the passage from "The Strangeness of Beauty." Let's go through each question one by one to help you understand how to approach them. **Question 5:** Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question? - To answer this, you need to refer back to the previous question (which isn't provided here) and identify which line best supports that answer. Look for keywords or phrases in the answer choices that directly relate to the context of the previous question. **Question 6:** In the passage, Akira addresses Chie with: - Consider the tone and language Akira uses when speaking to Chie. Look for clues in the text that indicate his feelings or attitude. For example, does he show warmth, respect, or a lack of seriousness? This will help you determine the best answer. **Question 7:** The main purpose of the first paragraph is to: - Think about what the first paragraph primarily discusses. Does it focus on describing something, criticizing a tradition, questioning a suggestion, or analyzing a reaction? Look for the main idea or theme presented in that paragraph. **Question 8:** As used in line 2, "form" most nearly means: - Look at the context in which "form" is used in line 2. Consider the surrounding words and the overall meaning of the sentence to determine which definition fits best. **Question 9:** Why does Akira say his meeting with Chie is "a matter of urgency" (line 32)? - Analyze Akira's motivations and concerns as expressed in the passage. What reasons does he give for feeling that the meeting is urgent? This will help you select the most accurate answer. **Question 10:** Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question? - Similar to question 5, refer back to question 9 and find the lines that best support the reasoning behind Akira's sense of urgency. Look for direct statements or implications in the text. As you work through these questions, remember to refer back to the text for evidence and context. If you have specific lines or phrases from the passage that you're unsure about, feel free to share them, and I can help you analyze them further!

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