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Answer: ASet 4: Cross-Text Connections
Explanation
PASSAGE
Text 1 The fox saw a crow with a piece of cheese in her beak. He wanted the cheese, so he told the crow she had a beautiful voice. Text 2 The crow was flattered. She opened her beak to sing for the fox. The cheese fell out, and the fox ate it up.
What lesson can be learned from the interaction in the texts?
A. Beware of flattery from those who want something from you.✓ Correct
B. Foxes love music.
C. Crows are the best singers.
D. Always share your food.
Detailed Explanation
Fox lied (flattery) to get cheese. Crow believed it -> Lost cheese. Lesson: Don't trust flattery.
Key Evidence:
• "wanted the cheese"
• "told ... beautiful voice"
• "flattered ... cheese fell out"
Why others are wrong: B (Trickery.), C (She dropped cheese.), D (She didn't want to share.).