IREAD Structure and Content 3

Question 1

An author writes: 'Unlike dogs, cats are quiet and independent. However, both make wonderful pets.' What text structure is being used?

Accepted Answer

Compare and contrast

Answer

Compare and contrast structure shows how two or more subjects are alike and different.

Question 2

In a story, a character's actions cause something bad to happen, and then the character must fix it. What are these two parts of the story called?

Accepted Answer

Problem and resolution

Answer

The problem is the conflict a character faces, and the resolution is how that conflict is solved.

Question 3

A science article uses a diagram showing the parts of a flower with labels. What is the MAIN purpose of this diagram?

Accepted Answer

To visually show information that supports the text

Answer

Diagrams are visual text features that illustrate and clarify information presented in the text.

Question 4

A story's narrator says: 'I felt my heart beat faster as I stepped onto the stage.' What point of view is the story told from?

Accepted Answer

First person

Answer

First-person point of view uses 'I' and tells the story from inside one character's experience.

Question 5

A nonfiction text includes a sidebar box titled 'Fun Facts About Sharks.' What is the purpose of this sidebar?

Accepted Answer

To provide extra interesting details related to the main topic

Answer

Sidebars contain bonus information that adds interest or detail related to the main text.

(IREAD) Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination Practice Test