CBST CBST Reading Comprehension 1

Question 1

A CBST reading passage states: 'The company implemented new safety protocols after three incidents occurred in one month.' What is the most logical conclusion?

Accepted Answer

The incidents prompted the safety changes

Answer

The word 'after' establishes a cause-and-effect relationship, indicating the incidents directly led to the new protocols.

Question 2

Which reading skill is most important when trying to identify the main idea of a passage?

Accepted Answer

Distinguishing key points from supporting details

Answer

The main idea is the central argument or purpose, so you must separate the primary claim from the details that support it.

Question 3

A passage uses the word 'however' to connect two sentences. What does this signal to the reader?

Accepted Answer

A contrast or contradiction is coming

Answer

'However' is a transitional word that signals a contrast or shift between the previous idea and the upcoming one.

Question 4

When a CBST question asks for the 'best title' of a passage, what should you select?

Accepted Answer

A title that captures the overall main idea

Answer

The best title should broadly capture the central topic of the entire passage, not just one part of it.

Question 5

In a workplace safety manual, the phrase 'employees must' is used throughout. What does this language indicate?

Accepted Answer

Mandatory requirements that must be followed

Answer

The word 'must' indicates a mandatory obligation, distinguishing required actions from optional recommendations.

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CBST CBST Reading Comprehension 1