The word relayed in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ________.
A.chosen
B.known
C.gathered
D.sent

Why does the author mention Mickey Mouse in paragraph 2?
A.To indicate that ABC shows entertaining news stories
B.To give an example of news stories that are also advertisements
C.To contrast ABC's style with that of CBS
D.To give an example of news content that is not serious

According to paragraph 2, which of the following is true?
A.One effect of commercialism is news stories with more complex content.
B.The ABC network owns Disney Studios.
C.Some news broadcasts are shown without advertisements.
D.More time is devoted to news on TV now than 50 years ago.

The word “confirm” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to____
A.verify
B.misrepresent
C.recollect
D.conclude

The author uses Alexander Fleming as an example of ________.
A.one of the most famous inventors in history
B.a person who made an accidental scientific discovery
C.someone who became a millionaire from his invention
D.a man who dedicated his life to medical science

Who was John Pemberton?
A.The person who made Teflon
B.The creator of Coca-Cola
C.The man who discovered penicillin
D.The inventor of the microwave

In paragraph 2, the word endeavor is closest in meaning to _______.
A.research
B.dream
C.request
D.attempt

Which title best summarizes the main idea of the passage?
A.History's Most Important Inventions
B.Accidental Inventions and Discoveries
C.How to Become a Great Inventor
D.You Don't Always Get What You Want

(27)
A.agreeable
B.happy
C.grateful
D.approving

(26)
A.manage
B.find
C.get
D.reach