Reading and Comprehension Skills Flashcards

A job advertisement lists 'excellent communication skills required.' This is an example of what kind of reading material?

Answer: Functional/real-world text

Job advertisements are functional texts encountered in everyday life and work contexts.

Read this sentence: 'The report was riddled with errors.' What does 'riddled' most likely mean here?

Answer: Full of

'Riddled with' is a phrase meaning something contains a large number of flaws or problems.

Which feature of a non-fiction text helps the reader understand data at a glance?

Answer: A chart or graph

Charts and graphs present data visually, making it faster and easier to interpret.

A passage states: 'While some argue that fast food is affordable, critics note it leads to poor health outcomes.' What is the author doing?

Answer: Presenting multiple perspectives on an issue

The author presents both a supporting view and a critical view, showing multiple perspectives.

What does it mean to read a text 'critically'?

Answer: To evaluate arguments, evidence, and author intent

Critical reading involves analyzing the author's purpose, arguments, and evidence rather than accepting everything at face value.

A sentence reads: 'Despite the rain, the outdoor event was a resounding success.' What does 'resounding' mean?

Answer: Complete and emphatic

'Resounding' in this context means complete or emphatic, emphasizing how successful the event was.

Why might an author use bullet points in a non-fiction text?

Answer: To make information easier to scan and read

Bullet points break information into clear, digestible chunks that are easy to scan.