ISEE Reading Question 350: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 350
2. In lines 9–17, the author includes the story of the pony's name primarily to
- A. show his love for animals
- B. poke good-hearted fun at his sister
- C. show his love for his own children
- D. emphasize the friendship between the Roosevelt and Grant families
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
B is correct. The tone of the passage is one of carefree joy and happiness. Making fun of his sister for not knowing that General Grant was a real person is just one example of the light-heartedness of the entire passage.