Set 3: Inferences

Explanation

Answer: C

PASSAGE

The cafe had been in the Garcia family for four generations. Sofia watched her grandmother serve coffee with the same graceful movements her mother had used, and her grandmother before that. When a developer offered to buy the building, Sofia's father tore up the check before reading the amount.

What does the passage suggest about the Garcia family?

A. They are interested in expanding their business.

B. They plan to sell the cafe eventually.

C. They are struggling to pay their bills.✓ Correct

D. They value family tradition over financial gain.

Detailed Explanation

This question asks you to draw a logical conclusion from the text. Tearing up the check 'before reading the amount' shows money wasn't the deciding factor—tradition mattered more. A valid inference must be supported by evidence in the passage, even if not stated directly. Look for clues in the text that strongly suggest the answer. Avoid conclusions that require assumptions beyond what's written. Valid inferences are strongly supported by multiple pieces of evidence in the text. Be cautious of choices that go too far beyond what the passage actually states. The best inference is the one most directly supported by textual evidence.

Key Evidence:

• "four generations"

• "tore up the check before reading the amount"

Why others are wrong: A (Expansion isn't mentioned.), B (Rejecting the offer suggests no intention to sell.), C (Financial struggle isn't indicated.).

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