Question

question 1(multiple choice worth 2 points)
(05.03 mc)
read the following passage about advancements in ancient egypt during the reign of cleopatra. then, answer
the question that follows.
leather was also prepared by workers with great skill for various purposes, and the knife employed by them in the
process, between three and four thousand years ago, is precisely similar to that used by modern curriers.
based on the use of a comparison context clue, what can you infer the word curriers means in this passage?
jewelry makers
leather workers
pyramid builders
stone carvers

Explanation:

The passage compares the knife used by ancient workers (who prepared leather) to that used by modern curriers. Using the comparison context clue, we infer curriers have a similar role to the ancient leather - preparing workers. Jewelry makers, pyramid builders, and stone carvers don't relate to leather work, so curriers must be leather workers.

Answer:

B. Leather workers