Question

1. one theme of the passage is that.

f. ones previous experiences and pursuits can be useful in achieving success.
g. talent is the most important factor in achieving success in both business and music.
h. recognizing ones limitations is necessary in overcoming ones failures.
j. pursuing ones dreams should take precedence over more practical matters.

1. which of the following events referred to in the passage occurred last chronologically?

a. taylor joined holmess band.
b. brawner joined holmess band.
c. holmes started driving a limousine.
d. holmes started sound ideas.

1. based on the passage, the residents of gordon heights in the 1950s and 1960s would best be described as

f. artistic and sophisticated
g. driven and optimistic
h. friendly and easygoing
j. generous and dependable.

1. the main purpose of the third - paragraph (lines 13 - 22) is to:

a. indicate why holmes preferred rhythm and blues to sinatra songs.
b. establish that holmess parents disapproved of his interest in music.
c. reveal that holmes was considered a musical prodigy.
d. describe what inspired holmes to start playing music.

1. the main idea of the fourth paragraph (lines 23 - 31) is that

f. holmes was better at playing music than he was at promoting his band.
g. holmess band was able to earn money despite having a limited repertoire.
h. holmess band became a national phenomenon despite the band members lack of musical talent.
j. holmes would have had more success early on if he had taken the time to learn more songs.

Explanation:

1. Analyze the themes presented in the passage to determine which statement aligns best. Previous experiences can often contribute to success.
2. Look for chronological order of events related to Holmes in the passage to find the last - occurring one.
3. Infer the characteristics of the residents of Gordon Heights in the 1950s and 1960s based on passage details.
4. Understand the content of the third paragraph to identify its main purpose regarding Holmes and music.
5. Summarize the main idea of the fourth paragraph about Holmes and his band.

Answer:

1. F. one's previous experiences and pursuits can be useful in achieving success
2. D. Holmes started Sound Ideas
3. H. friendly and easygoing
4. D. describe what inspired Holmes to start playing music
5. G. Holmes's band was able to earn money despite having a limited repertoire