Information and IdeasEasy–MediumStated detail about a schedule's reason
Information and Ideas practice question
The lifeboat crew trains on Wednesday evenings because that is the one evening the harbour is free of the fishing fleet, which lands on Tuesdays and Thursdays and sails on the days between.
According to the text, why does the crew train on Wednesdays?
- A. Because the harbour is clear of the fishing fleet that evening.Correct
- B. Because the crew works on other evenings.
- C. Because Wednesday tides are highest.
- D. Because the lifeboat is serviced on Wednesdays.
Answer: A. Because the harbour is clear of the fishing fleet that evening.
The reason is stated.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Because the crew works on other evenings.
- Not mentioned.
- C. Because Wednesday tides are highest.
- Tides are not mentioned.
- D. Because the lifeboat is serviced on Wednesdays.
- Servicing is not mentioned.
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