The passage suggests that the thief was not part of a professional crime ring because:

the suspect was described as a gentleman.

Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?

Lines 5-8 ("He repaired...for him").

Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?

Lines 43-45 ("It was...this remark").

According to the passage, which statement about the Bank of England is true?

The Bank has taken few precautions to guard against theft.

What is the primary purpose of the passage?

To introduce Fogg and his social circle at the Reform Club.

The passage suggests that Fogg:

keeps abreast of current events.

The purpose of line 95 ("'It was once'...a low tone") is to:

foreshadow Fogg's ideas about the world.

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Practice SAT Test p. 311-313

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Practice SAT Test on p. 311-313 (Around the World in Eighty Days excerpt)

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1
As used in line 47, "functionary" most nearly means:
servant
criminal
money
official
2
The passage suggests that the thief was not part of a professional crime ring because:
the Bank had never been burglarized before.
the suspect acted alone.
the Bank carefully screened the customers.
the suspect was described as a gentleman.
3
Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?
Lines 14-17 ("Dinner passed...before six").
Lines 5-8 ("He repaired...for him").
Lines 29-32 ("Skillful detectives...their fingers").
Lines 8-11 ("A flunkey...delicate operation").
4
Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?
Lines 17-18 ("Half an hour...the fireplace").
Lines 29-32 ("Skillful detectives...their fingers").
Lines 43-45 ("It was...this remark").
Lines 8-11 ("A flunkey...delicate operation").
5
According to the passage, which statement about the Bank of England is true?
The Bank has carefully managed public relations.
The Bank has taken few precautions to guard against theft.
The Bank has a history of money being stolen.
The public has faith in the integrity of the Bank.
6
What is the primary purpose of the passage?
To illustrate the problems with theft at the Bank.
To examine the lives of wealthy men in England.
To introduce Fogg and his social circle at the Reform Club.
To parody the social customs of the upper class.
7
The passage suggests that Fogg:
keeps abreast of current events.
makes his living as a banker.
has strong opinions about crime.
is a political reformer.
8
The passage suggests that Phileas Fogg is a man who:
focuses on cultural activities.
lives beyond his means.
keeps to himself.
enjoys routine.
9
As used in line 6, "repaired" most nearly means:
proceeded
fixed
returned
stormed
10
The purpose of line 95 ("'It was once'...a low tone") is to:
illustrate Fogg's proper demeanor and social skills.
create an ominous atmosphere at the table.
foreshadow Fogg's ideas about the world.
introduce the conflict of the plot.

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