Read the passage.

Though the community center buzzed with excitement, Jose moved his queen forward on the chess board with a steady hand. He eyed the row of his opponent's captured pieces, and recognized his advantage. He said, "Check."

Across the table, his opponent wiped his brow, his eyes darting around the board. When he spotted an escape route, he exhaled in relief as he moved his king. Seconds ticked by as Jose assessed the board. His eyebrows raised almost imperceptibly, and a sly smile tugged at the corners of his mouth. Then Jose selected his move.

What conclusion can readers draw about Jose?

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Ulises Sosa

3 July, 22:37

Read the passage.

Though the community center buzzed with excitement, Jose moved his queen forward on the chess board with a steady hand. He eyed the row of his opponent's captured pieces, and recognized his advantage. He said, "Check."

Across the table, his opponent wiped his brow, his eyes darting around the board. When he spotted an escape route, he exhaled in relief as he moved his king. Seconds ticked by as Jose assessed the board. His eyebrows raised almost imperceptibly, and a sly smile tugged at the corners of his mouth. Then Jose selected his move.

What conclusion can readers draw about Jose?

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Hudson Bolton · Answer 1

1. He likely is a good chess player.

2. He plans his moves carefully.

3. He takes delight in the game of chess.

4. He likes to win.

5. He sees something very deep in the game of chess. He treats it as a challenge not brought about by his opponent, but by the game itself.