ISEE Lower Level Reading Comprehension Practice Test 31

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1. The main purpose of this passage is to

  • A. report on enhancements to the nutritional value of carrots
  • B. point out the health benefits of carotenoids
  • C. explain why carrots can be various colors
  • D. encourage people to buy carrots of various colors

2. The author's tone can best be described as

  • A. emotional
  • B. sentimental
  • C. optimistic
  • D. informative

3. According to the passage, carrots have been bred in all of the following colors EXCEPT:

  • A. yellow
  • B. green
  • C. red
  • D. purple

4. The type of carotene that gives carrots a red color is

  • A. lycopene
  • B. xanthophyll
  • C. anthocyanin
  • D. beta-carotene

5. This passage can best be described as

  • A. a biography
  • B. a research report
  • C. propaganda
  • D. an editorial