Question

1. in paragraph 4, sentence 3, the word “waste” most closely means

a) an expanse of empty terrain.
b) to dispose of casually.
c) a heap of garbage.
d) a misuse of skills.

1. based on the passage, it is clear the narrator believes

a) the flooding of the land was tragic.
b) mankind deserved to be destroyed.
c) he should have died along with everyone else.
d) the gods are infallible in their rulings.

1. from the narrator’s perspective, this passage would best be considered

a) a collection of maxims.
b) a persuasive argument.
c) an entertaining legend.
d) a historical account.

Explanation:

For question 6, we consider the context - specific meaning of "waste". In language analysis, we look at how the word is used in the given sentence. For question 7, we analyze the narrator's tone and statements in the passage to infer their beliefs. For question 8, we assess the nature of the passage based on the narrator's perspective, such as whether it is a set of proverbs, an argument, a story, or a factual account.

Answer:

1. A. an expanse of empty terrain
2. A. the flooding of the land was tragic
3. C. an entertaining legend