Anglo-Saxon Riddles / Anonymous, translated by George K Anderson

Test Practice

Identify Main Ideas

With your partner, discuss how to answer these questions about main ideas.

1. Which of the following is not an important clue to the subject of Riddle 1?
a. People value this thing.
b. This thing can make people lose control.
c. This thing changes form.
d. This thing demands a name.


How does information you gather as you read help you eliminate incorrect answers?

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