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The scent of Memory

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  • 1. Multiple Choice
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    What is one theme of “The Scent of Memory”?

    Scientists have proven that smell is an important scent.

    The harvest is an unpleasant time with big rewards.

    Life on a farm is better than life elsewhere.

    Life on a farm is better than life elsewhere.

  • 2. Multiple Choice
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    Which sentence from the “The Scent of Memory” best supports the answer to part A?

    “Scientists say that, more than sight, sound, touch, or taste, the sense of smell can

    trigger memory.”

    “For me, the smell of wood smoke always makes me think of autumn.”

    “On the ride home, I nearly fall asleep, so my dad reaches over and gives me a playful

    punch in the arm.”

    “There are so many shades of orange and red that I can’t possibly record them all, so I

    breathe deep and flood my nose to best recall the memories of this day.”

  • 3. Multiple Choice
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    Select three sentences that should be included in a summary of “The Scent of Memory.”

    A boy describes the many pleasures in his life on a farm.

    Thinking about the smell of wood smoke, a man recalls an autumn day in his youth.

    His best memories are of the barn, the goat, the cat, the dog, and chopping wood.

    His mother and sister stay at home, while he and his father share a harvest

    with neighbors.

    He wakes up early and has breakfast with his family before heading out with his father.

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