Reading Comprehension and Passage Analysis Flashcards
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A passage compares two candidates for a job position, listing each one's strengths and weaknesses. This passage structure is called:
Answer: Compare and contrast
Compare and contrast structure examines similarities and differences between two or more subjects, which is exactly what this passage does for two candidates.
Which of the following best describes 'summarizing' a passage?
Answer: Restating only the most important ideas in your own words
A summary captures the essential meaning of a passage by restating the key points concisely in the reader's own words.
Read: 'Although James was exhausted, he stayed late to help his colleague finish the report.' What does this tell you about James's character?
Answer: James is dedicated and helpful
Choosing to help despite being exhausted shows that James is dedicated and willing to support others, demonstrating a helpful and committed character.
When an author uses signal words like 'first,' 'next,' and 'finally,' the passage is most likely organized in:
Answer: Chronological (sequence) order
Signal words like 'first,' 'next,' and 'finally' indicate that events or steps are being presented in a time-based or sequential order.
A question asks you to find the 'best title' for a passage about the history of public libraries in America. The best title should:
Answer: Reflect the overall main idea of the entire passage
A good title captures the central theme or main idea of the entire passage, not just one detail or specific example.
What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?
Answer: To introduce the main idea of the paragraph
The topic sentence states the central idea of a paragraph and tells the reader what the paragraph will be about.