Reading Comprehension Flashcards
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A passage begins, 'Imagine a world without honeybees.' This opening is meant to:
Answer: Engage the reader's interest
A vivid hypothetical opening is a hook to draw the reader in.
The word 'ambiguous' most nearly means:
Answer: Open to multiple interpretations
'Ambiguous' describes something unclear or having more than one meaning.
An author transitions with 'Consequently, sales dropped sharply.' The word 'consequently' signals:
Answer: A result
'Consequently' introduces an effect or result of a prior cause.
Which of these is the best summary of a paragraph arguing that reading widely builds empathy?
Answer: Diverse reading helps people understand others' feelings.
A summary captures the central claim about reading and empathy.
In a passage, a scientist is repeatedly called 'a tireless seeker of truth.' This characterization is meant to make the reader view her as:
Answer: Admirable and dedicated
Calling her tireless and truth-seeking presents her positively.
The prefix 'mis-' in 'misinterpret' indicates that the action is done:
Answer: Wrongly
The prefix 'mis-' means wrongly or badly.
A passage compares the human brain to a computer. This comparison is an example of:
Answer: Analogy
Explaining one thing by likening it to another is an analogy.