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Expression of IdeasEasy–MediumStating a distance and a mode of travel

Expression of Ideas practice question

While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes: - The island lies 12 kilometres off the coast. - A ferry crosses twice a day in summer. - The crossing takes 40 minutes. - The island has no cars. The student wants to tell readers how far away the island is and how to reach it.

Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

  1. A. The island lies 12 kilometres off the coast and is reached by a ferry that crosses twice a day in summer.Correct
  2. B. The island has no cars.
  3. C. The crossing takes 40 minutes.
  4. D. The island lies 12 kilometres off the coast.

Answer: A. The island lies 12 kilometres off the coast and is reached by a ferry that crosses twice a day in summer.

Distance and the ferry.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. The island has no cars.
A feature.
C. The crossing takes 40 minutes.
Time, no distance.
D. The island lies 12 kilometres off the coast.
Distance only.

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