BKSB Reading Comprehension Skills 2

Question 1

A passage states: 'The factory was forced to close after inspectors found several violations of safety regulations.' What caused the factory to close?

Accepted Answer

Safety regulation violations were found

Answer

The passage directly states inspectors found safety regulation violations, which forced the closure.

Question 2

When a text uses the word 'however' to connect two sentences, what relationship does this signal?

Accepted Answer

The second sentence contrasts with the first

Answer

'However' is a contrast signal word, indicating the following idea opposes or limits the previous one.

Question 3

A memo reads: 'All employees must submit timesheets by Friday at 5 p.m. Failure to do so may result in delayed payment.' What is the consequence of missing the deadline?

Accepted Answer

Payment may be delayed

Answer

The memo explicitly states that missing the deadline 'may result in delayed payment.'

Question 4

A passage describes a character who 'rarely smiled and spoke only when necessary.' What can the reader infer about this character?

Accepted Answer

The character is reserved and serious

Answer

Rarely smiling and speaking only when necessary are behaviors associated with a reserved, serious personality.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a glossary at the back of a textbook?

Accepted Answer

To provide definitions of key terms used in the book

Answer

A glossary defines specialized or important vocabulary terms found throughout the book.

(BKSB) Basic and Key Skills Builder Practice Test

(BKSB) Basic and Key Skills Builder Practice Test

BKSB Reading Comprehension Skills 2