501 Critical Reading Questions

a.
obviously rehearsed.
b.
recorded in some religions.
c.
destined in certain circumstances.
d.
evident in particular activities.
e.
decreed in unwavering terms.
471.
According to the passage, fishermen are superstitious because
a.
they learn it from previous generations.
b.
they believe in the supernatural.
c.
fishing is a dangerous and unpredictable occupation.
d.
they are afraid of stormy weather.
e.
fishing is a terrible way to make a living.
472.
The author’s attitude toward fishermen’s beliefs about predicting
the weather can best be characterized as
a.
unqualified respect.
b.
veiled disbelief.
c.
tempered belief.
d.
absolute fascination.
e.
minimal enthusiasm.
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