BCA Reading Comprehension

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the 'main idea' of a passage?

Accepted Answer

The central point the author is making throughout the passage

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The first sentence of the passage

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A specific detail that supports the author's argument

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The conclusion of the passage

Question 2

A passage states: 'The factory emitted harmful chemicals, leading to the decline of fish populations in the nearby river.' This sentence best demonstrates which reading skill?

Accepted Answer

Recognizing cause and effect

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Identifying the main idea

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Understanding vocabulary in context

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Making inferences

Question 3

In a passage about climate change, the author writes that glaciers are 'retreating.' Based on context, what does 'retreating' most likely mean?

Accepted Answer

Shrinking and moving backward

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Growing larger and advancing forward

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Becoming more colorful in appearance

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Temporarily freezing in place

Question 4

A student reads a passage that begins with the Old Kingdom of Egypt, then describes the Middle Kingdom, and finally discusses the New Kingdom. Which organizational structure is the author using?

Accepted Answer

Chronological order

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Compare and contrast

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Problem and solution

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Cause and effect

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a FACT rather than an opinion?

Accepted Answer

'The Grand Canyon is located in Arizona and is approximately 277 miles long.'

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'The Grand Canyon is the most beautiful natural wonder in the world.'

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'Everyone should visit national parks at least once in their lifetime.'

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'National parks are more interesting than museums.'

Question 6

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a supporting detail in a reading passage?

Accepted Answer

To provide evidence or examples that strengthen the main idea

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To introduce a new, unrelated topic

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To contradict the author's central argument

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To summarize the entire passage

Question 7

A passage describes how solar panels work, then explains their benefits, and finally discusses their limitations. Which of the following best summarizes this passage?

Accepted Answer

Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, offering environmental benefits but also presenting some challenges.

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Solar panels are too expensive and unreliable to be practical energy sources.

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Solar panels are the best solution to climate change and should be used everywhere.

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The government should require all homes to install solar panels immediately.