Read the chart. A 3-column table with 1 row. Column 1 is labeled Information about a character with entry blank. Column 2 is labeled Background knowledge with entry blank. Column 3 is labeled Inference with entry blank.

What kinds of examples should go under "Background knowledge” to help the reader make an inference?

a)Personal experiences
b)Logical conclusions
c)Personality traits
d)Text details

Read the excerpt from the common sense of bicycling: bicycling for ladies. the bicycle is capable of such high speed that there is a strong temptation to ride so fast as to cause over exertion or excessive perspiration. on the other hand some people ride too slow, causing a zigzag and uncertain movement. while exercising reasonable caution, be a fearless rider. when you come to a steep hill, if the road is clear, let it go as fast as it will. if you rid yourself of that ghost of fear, coasting is one of the greatest delights of cycling. which is the best paraphrase of the text?

Simple subject mary will start the race in ten minutes

Which type of context clue does the author use to show the meaning of the word diplomats?