CHSPE Reading Comprehension 2

Question 1

A reader notices that every paragraph in a passage begins with a question. This structural choice most likely serves to:

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Engage the reader and guide focus

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Confuse the reader

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Show the author's uncertainty

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Replace a thesis statement

Question 2

In a persuasive essay, the author writes: 'Nine out of ten experts agree.' This is an example of:

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Appeal to authority/statistics

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Emotional appeal

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Personal anecdote

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Counterargument

Question 3

What is the difference between a fact and an opinion in a passage?

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Facts can be verified; opinions reflect personal beliefs

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Facts use adjectives; opinions use nouns

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Facts are always short; opinions are long

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Facts are in the first paragraph; opinions are in the last

Question 4

A passage compares public libraries to community living rooms. This is an example of:

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A metaphor

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An analogy only

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Hyperbole

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Onomatopoeia

Question 5

Which part of a passage typically introduces the topic and states the main idea?

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The introduction

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The conclusion

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The body paragraphs

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The citations

Question 6

A passage's tone is described as 'somber.' This means the author's attitude is:

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Serious and sad

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Humorous and light

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Angry and critical

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Excited and hopeful