Loading question...
You are in free guest mode. Timed Practice Revision List Attempt History Progress Tracking Create a free account to unlock these tools
Back to Questions
Prev Next
Practice Reading: Multiple Choice, Single Answer ID: #45991 The Mafia
Instructions ›
Read the text and answer the multiple-choice question by selecting the correct response. Only one response is correct.
In organized crime there is a hierarchy, with higher-ranking members making decisions that trickle down to the other members of the family. The Mafia is not a single group or gang — it is made up of many families that have, at times, fought each other in bitter, bloody gang wars. At other times, they have cooperated in the interest of greater profits, sometimes even serving on a "Commission" that made major decisions affecting all the families. Most of the time, though, they simply agree to stay out of each other's way.

From the author’s description of Mafia, which of the following statement is true?

* Click on the correct answer

Result:

AI explanationShows the answer. Tap to open.
Option 2: "Families may fight with each other or work together depending on the circumstances."

Explanation: This option is correct as the text mentions that families have fought each other in gang wars and have also cooperated for greater profits. This aligns perfectly with the statement that their interactions depend on circumstances.

Option 1: "The Mafia is just a single gang that is divided into several different families."

Explanation: This option is incorrect because the text explicitly states that the Mafia is not a single group or gang, but rather made up of many families. This contradicts the claim that it is just a single gang.

Option 3: "Organized crime is believed to be related to the Mafia."

Explanation: While organized crime is mentioned, the text does not specifically state that it is believed to be related to the Mafia. This makes the statement too vague and not directly supported by the text.

Option 4: "When there is a fight between two families, a Commission will decide how to settle it."

Explanation: This option is incorrect because the text does not indicate that the Commission is involved in settling fights between families. Instead, it mentions that families may cooperate or stay out of each other's way, but does not specify that a Commission resolves conflicts.

The rest of this explanation is for members. Sign in free to read why the other options are wrong, key words and tips.

Sign in to read the full explanation

With a free account: Retry and compare every attempt.
How difficult was this question?
Others found: 100% Easy · 0% Medium · 0% Hard
Saving...