ISEE Reading Question 279: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 279
1. The primary purpose of this passage is to
- A. offer general information about volcanoes
- B. describe a specific volcanic eruption
- C. offer specific advice about what to do when a volcano erupts
- D. provide historical background about volcanoes
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
B is correct. The entire passage discusses the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens. The information provided is specific to a particular volcano, so choices A and D are incorrect. The passage does not tell readers what to do when a volcano erupts, so choice C is wrong.