1. The information in this passage is MAINLY organized A by cause and effect

B in chronological order

C in order of importance

D by comparison and contrast

2. Read this sentence from paragraph

The author uses the word strikingly in the sentence MOST likely to suggest that it is

A unusual for people in that part of the world to write about dragons

B surprising that dragons were the subject of some of the first writings

C amazing that people developed a system of writing 7,000 years ago

D puzzling that people would find mythical creatures so interesting

3. Which idea is BEST demonstrated by the modern-day realization that dinosaur and other reptile bones were mistaken for dragon bones?

A Scientists are obligated to question previous theories.

B Lack of knowledge can lead to incorrect assumptions.

C Great care should be taken when conducting research.

D New research techniques are superior to traditional methods.

4. Use this dictionary entry to answer the question. Which definition from the dictionary entry is the correct meaning for stark as it is used in paragraph 9?

A definition 1

B definition 2

C definition 3

D definition 4

5. Which theme is BEST supported by the contradictions between the Eastern and Western concept of the dragon?

A Differences among cultural traditions should be respected.

B People from different cultures may share common beliefs.

C People should question different beliefs about similar things.

D Similar things can symbolize different ideas for different people.

6. What is the MAIN purpose of the passage?

A to prove that the dragon is a mythical creature in many cultures

B to explain how the concept of the dragon differs across cultures

C to trace the changing concept of the dragon throughout thousands of years

D to convince readers that the dragon should be portrayed in a particular way