LANTITE Reading Comprehension Skills

Question 1

When identifying the main idea of a passage, a reader should primarily focus on:

Accepted Answer

The central point the author wants to communicate

Answer

The main idea is the central point or argument the author intends to convey, which may be stated or implied throughout the text.

Question 2

Which reading strategy involves previewing headings, subheadings, and visuals before reading a text in detail?

Accepted Answer

Surveying

Answer

Surveying (or previewing) involves reviewing structural elements like headings and images before reading to build a mental framework for the text.

Question 3

An inferential question requires a reader to:

Accepted Answer

Draw conclusions from information implied in the text

Answer

Inferential questions require readers to use clues from the text combined with prior knowledge to draw conclusions not explicitly stated.

Question 4

In reading comprehension, 'context clues' are best described as:

Accepted Answer

Surrounding words and sentences that help determine the meaning of an unfamiliar word

Answer

Context clues are words, phrases, or sentences surrounding an unfamiliar word that provide hints about its meaning.

Question 5

A reader who distinguishes between facts and opinions in a text is demonstrating which comprehension skill?

Accepted Answer

Critical reading

Answer

Critical reading involves evaluating text content, including the ability to distinguish objective facts from the author's subjective opinions.

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