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.

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