Question

Read the passage.

The host greeted us and asked us what our seating preference was. We looked around the crowded café, and briefly debated our options before deciding that the chill outside was a bit much. We declined the alfresco option and chose a table by the kitchen instead.

Which clues from the text are most helpful for determining the meaning of alfresco? Select two options.

“the host greeted us”
“the crowded café”
“briefly debated”
“the chill outside”
“by the kitchen instead”

Answer 1

“the chill outside” and “by the kitchen instead”

Explanation: “the chill outside” links alfresco with being outdoors, and choosing “by the kitchen instead” contrasts that choice with the alfresco option, indicating alfresco is not inside (i.e., outdoor seating).