ACCESS Reading Comprehension 3

Question 1

A sign in a school hallway reads: 'No running. No shouting. Keep hallways clear.' What type of text is this?

Accepted Answer

A set of rules or directions

Answer

The sign gives instructions about expected behavior, making it a set of rules or directions.

Question 2

Read this sentence: 'The thunderstorm was so severe that school was dismissed early.' What caused school to be dismissed early?

Accepted Answer

A severe thunderstorm

Answer

The word 'because' (implied by 'so...that') links the severe thunderstorm as the cause of early dismissal.

Question 3

A student reads two articles. Article 1 says wolves help ecosystems. Article 2 says wolves are dangerous to livestock. What is the BEST way to use both articles?

Accepted Answer

Use both to understand different perspectives on wolves

Answer

Reading multiple sources with different viewpoints helps build a fuller, more balanced understanding of a topic.

Question 4

The word 'migrate' appears in this sentence: 'Every autumn, monarch butterflies migrate thousands of miles to warmer climates.' What does 'migrate' mean?

Accepted Answer

Travel seasonally to another place

Answer

Context clues—'every autumn,' 'thousands of miles,' and 'warmer climates'—indicate migrate means to travel seasonally.

Question 5

A recipe reads: 'Stir the batter until smooth, then pour into a greased pan. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.' What should the cook do LAST?

Accepted Answer

Bake in the oven

Answer

The steps are given in order: stir, pour, then bake—making baking the last step.

(ACCESS) Assessing Comprehension and Communication in English State to State for English Language Learners Practice Test

(ACCESS) Assessing Comprehension and Communication in English State to State for English Language Learners Practice Test

ACCESS Reading Comprehension 3