Question

Highlight descriptive details.

Clara quickly tidied the sick-room, ensuring that her patient had everything he needed to speed his recovery. Blankets were folded neatly at the foot of the bed. The curtains were closed, and David’s medicine was stored neatly on the bedside table.

What inferences can be made about the setting, based on the descriptive details in the passage? Check all that apply.

The setting is dim.
The setting is appealing.
The setting is clean.
The setting is organized.
The setting is cold.
The setting is a barn.

Answer 1

Selected: The setting is dim; The setting is clean; The setting is organized.

- Dim: Curtains were closed, which suggests reduced light.
- Clean: Clara "tidied" the sick-room and folded blankets neatly, implying cleanliness.
- Organized: Items (blankets, medicine) are described as folded/stored neatly, indicating organization.

Not supported: Appealing (no mention of attractiveness), Cold (no temperature clues), A barn (described as a sick-room with a bedside table).