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Which detail does NOT support the central idea, My dog Otis is not very bright?
a) He’s five years old and doesn’t respond to his name yet.
b) He often attacks the backyard hedge as if it’s a hostile animal.
c) I often have to put food in front of him because he can’t find it by himself.
d) He gets along very well with my neighbor’s cat

Which detail does supports the central idea, I’m a perfect example of someone who has “math anxiety.”
a) I feel dread every time I sit down to take our Friday math quiz
b) Fear of math is almost as widespread as fear of public speaking.
c) I also have a great deal of anxiety when I sit down to write a paper.
d) I used to be afraid to raise my hand in class.

Which detail does supports the central idea, Elephants are very intelligent animals.
a) Like chimps, elephants can recognize their reflections in mirrors.
b) For years, hunters shot elephants to obtain the ivory from their tusks.
c) An elephant can live as long as sixty-five years.
d) Elephants should not be forced to perform in circuses.

Which detail does supports the central idea, Drinking coffee can be bad for people.
a) Some people don’t like the taste of decaffeinated coffees.
b) Drinking too much coffee can lead to a faster heartbeat and light-headedness.
c) Most coffees cost under five dollars a pound.
d) As addictions go, coffee is less dangerous than tobacco.

Which detail does supports the central idea, If you think school is difficult, it’s even harder for older students.
a) Many older students have family and job responsibilities in addition to classes.
b) It is never too late to gain new knowledge.
c) Older students can contribute to class discussions by talking about their “real-world” experiences.
d) Studies show that more and more adults are returning to school.

Which detail does supports the central idea, Workers in early American factories led difficult lives.
a) The average work day was twelve hours long.
b) Female factory workers often worked in textile mills.
c) The first American factories were built in the late 1700s.
d) Labor unions have greatly improved conditions in today’s factories.

Which detail does NOT support the central idea, Schools should eliminate the summer vacation.
a) Students will learn more and forget less if they attend school twelve months a year.
b) Year-round school can better prepare students for year-round work in the adult world
c) It costs too much money for school buildings to remain empty in the summer months.
d) Students can get summer jobs, which will help them pay for college.

Which detail does NOT support the central idea, Some people have very poor telephone manners.
a) They conduct conversations with people around them at the same time they’re talking on the phone
b) They never identify themselves, but just begin the conversation.
c) They often call around 6 p.m., which is most people’s dinner hour.
d) Some people don't like talking on the phone.

Which detail does NOT support the central idea, My father’s boss is an unpleasant man to work for.
a) He barks orders and never asks for an employee’s opinion.
b) He changes his mind so often that an employee who pleased him on Friday can be in the doghouse by Monday.
c) Even when he invites employees out to lunch, he expects them to pick up their own checks.
d) His fashion-plate wife is said to be even nastier than he is.

Which detail does NOT support the central idea, There are some simple ways to save money at the supermarket
a) Buy store brands of basic items instead of expensive name-brand products.
b) Shop when you are not hungry, so that you won’t be tempted to buy pricey treats.
c) Look for coupons in the grocery catalog.
d) Go to the store at odd hours or on weekdays to reduce the time you spend in lines

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