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Writing a Narrative: Describing a Problem

Question 5 • Expository Reading and Writing - ELA3013 A

Which excerpt from I Never Had It Made gives information that the reader knows only because the story is told from Robinson’s point of view?

Answer
A
The Rickey talent hunt went beyond national borders. Cuba, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, and other countries where dark-skinned people lived had been checked out.
B
The Boston club officials praised our performance, let us fill out application cards, and said "So long." We were fairly certain they wouldn’t call us.
C
Blacks have had to learn to protect themselves by being cynical but not cynical enough to slam the door on potential opportunities.
D
Here we go again, I thought. Another time wasting experience. But Sukeforth looked like a sincere person, and I thought I might as well listen.

Explanation

The question asks for information that depends on Robinson’s personal thoughts, which readers know because the story is told from his point of view. In choice D, Robinson says, “I thought,” revealing his private reaction to Sukeforth. The other excerpts describe events, actions, or general observations rather than Robinson’s unspoken thoughts.

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