Language ArtsQuestion 7 of 120
Read: 'Maria practiced every day for months. On the day of the recital, her hands did not shake at all.' What can the reader most reasonably infer?
a.Maria disliked playing music.
b.The recital was canceled.
c.Maria's preparation gave her confidence.
d.Maria forgot the piece she practiced.
Explanation
The passage links months of practice to steady hands at the recital, implying that preparation reduced her nervousness. Inference means drawing a conclusion supported by evidence in the text. Nothing suggests she disliked music or forgot her piece.
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