Reasoning Through Language Arts Reading Comprehension Flashcards
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A passage includes this sentence: 'Unlike the reckless spending of his predecessor, the new mayor balanced the budget within his first year.' What does this sentence suggest about the predecessor?
Answer: The predecessor managed city finances irresponsibly
The word 'reckless' directly characterizes the predecessor's spending as irresponsible.
Which of the following best describes the structure of a compare-and-contrast passage?
Answer: It examines similarities and differences between two or more subjects
A compare-and-contrast passage specifically analyzes what two or more subjects share and how they differ.
Read this excerpt: 'The old house creaked and groaned in the wind. Shadows crept across the peeling wallpaper. A single candle flickered at the end of the hall.' What mood does the author create?
Answer: Ominous and eerie
Details like creaking, shadows, peeling wallpaper, and a flickering candle all combine to create a dark, unsettling mood.
A student reads a historical article claiming that a particular battle 'single-handedly determined the outcome of the entire war.' This claim is most likely an example of:
Answer: Exaggeration or oversimplification
Saying one battle 'single-handedly' determined a whole war's outcome oversimplifies complex historical causes and effects.
Which sentence from a passage would most likely appear in the CONCLUSION?
Answer: Ultimately, addressing erosion requires both individual action and government policy
The word 'Ultimately' and the broad call to action signal a concluding sentence that wraps up the passage's argument.
An author describes two characters: one who speaks loudly and interrupts others, and another who listens carefully before responding. What is the author most likely illustrating through this contrast?
Answer: Different communication styles and their social effects
The contrasting behaviors clearly illustrate different approaches to communication and how people interact differently.
Which of the following is the BEST summary of a passage that describes the history of the Internet, its growth in the 1990s, and its impact on modern business?
Answer: The Internet has a rich history and has significantly transformed how modern businesses operate
A good summary captures the main ideas—history, growth, and impact on business—without distorting or omitting key points.