Question

reading (comprehension and language)

1. read the sentence from paragraph 2. then answer the question.

the interpretation of the first amendment can be controversial, and these questions may be answered quite differently depending on whom you ask.
what is the meaning of interpretation?
a interpreted quickly
b interpreting again
c the act of interpreting
d not able to interpret

1. which two sentences from the passage show the author’s use of time order in the text?

a “one of the most important parts of the amendment is its protection of free speech.” (paragraph 1)
b “in recent years, the limitations of free speech have been a fiercely debated topic in the food industry.” (paragraph 3)
c “food labels can also prevent companies from deceiving customers.” (paragraph 4)
d “cool continues to be a subject of debate, but the dispute over food labels and the first amendment extends beyond the meat industry.” (paragraph 7)
e “in 2016, vermont implemented a law requiring all food companies to label any product that contains genetically modified ingredients.” (paragraph 8)

1. what is a central idea of paragraphs 1 and 2?

a the first amendment is important, but it is outdated.
b the first amendment fails to protect certain rights.
c the first amendment protects individuals, not companies.
d the first amendment can have many interpretations.

Explanation:

Question 1

• "Interpretation" is a noun. Option A ("interpreted quickly") is an adverb - modified verb phrase, not a noun. Option B ("interpreting again") is a verb phrase (with "again" modifying), not a noun form for the concept of the act of interpreting. Option D ("not able to interpret") is a phrase about inability, not related to the meaning of "interpretation". "Interpretation" means the act of interpreting, so C is correct.

Question 2

• Time - order in writing is shown by words or phrases that indicate time. Option B has "In recent years" (a time - related phrase) and Option E has "In 2016" (a specific time marker). Option A is about the importance of a part of the amendment, Option C is about the function of food labels, and Option D is about the extension of a debate, none of which show time order.

Question 3

• Paragraph 2 says "The interpretation of the First Amendment can be controversial, and these questions may be answered quite differently depending on whom you ask." This shows that there are multiple ways to interpret the First Amendment. Option A is wrong because there's no indication the First Amendment is outdated. Option B is wrong as the passage doesn't say it fails to protect rights. Option C is wrong as the passage doesn't make a distinction between protecting individuals and companies in this context.

Answer:

C. the act of interpreting