Developing Central Ideas in Wheels of Change, Part 5 — Quiz
Question 1 • 191 CR ELA 9
Read the excerpt from Chapter 4 of Wheels of Change . Von Blumen, for one, saw herself as a role model, especially for other females. "In presenting myself to the public in my bicycle exercises," she told The Bicycling World magazine in 1881, "I feel I am not only offering the most novel and fascinating entertainment now before the people, but am demonstrating the great need of American young ladies, especially, of physical culture and bodily exercise. Success in life depends upon vigorous and healthy body as upon clear and active mind.” This statement by von Blumen is subjective because
Answer
A
everyone would agree with her.
B
it conveys a personal opinion or belief.
C
it contains facts that can be proven.
D
everyone would follow her advice.
Explanation
A subjective statement expresses a personal opinion or belief rather than only verifiable facts. Von Blumen shares what she believes about physical exercise and success, including that young women need bodily exercise and that success depends on a healthy body as well as an active mind. Therefore, “it conveys a personal opinion or belief” is correct.
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