SSAT Reading Comprehension Practice Test 40

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1. The birthmark on Georgiana's face had the shape of a

  • A. rainbow
  • B. rose
  • C. hand
  • D. butterfly
  • E. sun

2. It can be reasonably inferred from the story that Aylmer

  • A. is a poor man
  • B. does not love his wife
  • C. is trying to kill his wife
  • D. has performed an operation on his wife
  • E. is dying

3. Which of the following best describes what happens to the mark on Georgiana's cheek?

  • A. It takes a new shape.
  • B. It becomes very faint.
  • C. It stays the same.
  • D. It grows larger.
  • E. It turns a deep red color.

4. Which word best describes how Aylmer regards Georgiana at the end of the passage?

  • A. flawless
  • B. amusing
  • C. tiresome
  • D. brilliant
  • E. undesirable

5. Georgiana's feelings toward Aylmer could best be described as

  • A. bitter
  • B. angry
  • C. happy
  • D. tender
  • E. uncaring

6. Which is the best expression of the main idea of this passage?

  • A. Love is blind.
  • B. Birthmarks should be removed.
  • C. Perfection cannot be achieved on earth.
  • D. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
  • E. All's well that ends well.