CMA Review Question 11/29/2022

#2
Which BEST summarizes “Memoir of Siegfried Eifrig”?

A.  Siegfried Eifrig was honored to bring the Olympic flame into the stadium for the 1936 games because he was the
best runner in Germany. He confidently ran his torch into the stadium, cheered on by thousands. Eifrig triumphantly
began the 1936 Olympic games and went on to win many medals.

B.  Siegfried Eifrig was chosen to bring the Olympic flame into the Olympic stadium for the 1936 games because he was
a talented athlete. Siegfried Eifrig was excited about being given such a high honor. He ran with the flame across
Germany, then ignited the flame at the opening ceremony of the greatest games in Olympic history.

C.  Siegfried Eifrig was given the honor of bringing the Olympic flame into the Olympic stadium for the 1936 Games. He
was worried about completing his task, which had to be perfect for the opening ceremony. When Eifrig entered the
stadium, his torch’s flame urged him on. He successfully lit the Olympic urn, officially starting the games.

D.  Siegfried Eifrig was a part of the planning committee for the opening ceremony of the 1936 Olympic Games. As part
of his duties, he had to carry the torch from the countryside to the Olympic stadium. Although he was nervous about
his task, he managed to carry the torch to the stadium and light the Olympic urn, which started the games.

#3
Which BEST describes how the author uses details to develop the theme in the passage?
A. The author uses first person to draw the reader into the story of a personal accomplishment.
B. The author uses chronological order to tell the story about the first torch bearer.
C. The author uses dates and numbers to provide a context for the story.
D. The author adds a poem to provide the perspective of the flame.

#4
Which quotation from Siegfried’s memoir BEST supports the idea that the flame, in a sense, is alive and energizes Siegfried?
A. Being asked to be the final runner with the Olympic Flame, however, was my greatest accomplishment.
B. As I approached the stadium, I watched the flame at the top of my torch burn and urge me on.
C. This could be done, and I would be the one who was able to complete the flame’s journey.
D. I took one last deep breath and started to climb. It wouldn’t be long until I reached the top, never once slowing my
pace.