man and girl and beast by READWORKS
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What does the author imply when describing the broken-down buildings and dirty environment?
A the outskirts of Lagos are well-maintained
B the city is prosperous
C poverty and negligence are prevalent in some areas of Lagos
D the animals are well-treated and cared for.
The correct answer is C, poverty and negligence are prevalent in some areas of Lagos. The description of broken-down buildings and a dirty environment suggests that there are areas of poverty and neglect in Lagos.
What is the main purpose of the hyena men mentioned in the passage?
A They entertain crowds with magic tricks and plays
B They sell hyenas and monkeys as pets.
C They provide protection against wild animals
D They work in the movie industry.
The correct answer is A, they entertain crowds with magic tricks and plays. The passage mentions that the hyena men perform traditional shows and entertain crowds with their tricks and plays involving hyenas.
Which of the following describes the author's feelings towards the hyenas and their keepers?
A sympathy and sadness
B fear and disgust
C excitement and curiosity
D indifference and apathy
Based on the given passage, the author's feelings towards the hyenas and their keepers can be inferred as C, excitement and curiosity. The author expresses fascination and interest in observing the hyenas and the hyena men's traditional shows.
What does the word "braided" mean in the context of the passage?
A tied in knots or plaits
B untangled and loose
C colored with dye
D covered in dirt and dust