assumption

 assumption

= something that is accepted as true or certain without proof

Susan's assumption that the library is quiet helped her focus on studies.

Susan made an assumption that joining the sports club would be fun.

Mark made the assumption that the new software would boost sales. 

He acted on the assumption that his sports car would arrive today.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "assumption":

Synonyms:

presumption

belief

supposition

premise

Antonyms:

fact

certainty

proof

reality

Question:

What does "assumption" mean?

A) A proven fact

B) A guess without proof

C) A final decision

D) A confirmed event

The Quietest Library on the Highway

Susan’s assumption that the library is quiet helped her focus on studies as she packed her heavy backpack and marched toward the campus library. She expected a peaceful sanctuary of silent readers and focused minds. Instead, stepping through the front doors felt like walking straight into a crowded supermarket. All the seats were nearly full and very noisy. Some students were playing games on the Switch 2 loudly, while others were happily crunching on potato chips.

“Susan felt frustrated and desperately wanted help. She immediately pulled out her phone and called Mark, who always had a solution for everything.

"Where are you? I need your help!" Susan shouted over the sound of crunching chips.

Mark yawned and replied, "Today is my day off. I'm being a couch potato, watching a 007 movie..."

Susan begged Mark to go to the university to help her out and find a quiet place for studying.

Mark thought for a moment and said, "Just go to my house for your study. It's very quiet and Chloe is making a pizza. You can come to eat too!"

Tempted by the promise of homemade pizza, Susan waited outside until Mark arrived in his red shiny sports car. After Susan got into the car, Mark stepped on the gas, revved the engine, and headed back toward his house.

However, his red shiny sports car suddenly collapsed right in the middle of the highway! Mark and Susan got stuck in the middle of nowhere with smoke hissing from the hood.

Instead of panicking, Susan simply sat right there on the road to study. She looked up at Mark and smiled, "It's also a very good place for study. Fresh air, blue sky, and absolutely no disturbance!"

Then, Susan cheerfully opened her notebook to do the assignment on the road while Mark frantically called the repair shop to help them out!

Questions

1. Why did Susan initially decide to go to the library?

A. She wanted to play NDS games with other university students.

B. She believed the library would be quiet and help her focus on her studies.

C. She wanted to meet Mark's girlfriend, Chloe, to eat pizza.

D. She needed to borrow a 007 movie from the front desk.

2. Based on the story, which of the following best demonstrates the meaning of the word "assumption"?

A. Susan calling Mark on her phone when she felt frustrated.

B. Mark watching a movie on his day off and being a couch potato.

C. Susan believing the library would be quiet without checking it first.

D. Mark driving his red shiny sports car down the highway.