MKAS Reading Comprehension & Vocabulary Strategies 4

Question 1

Which word is a SYNONYM for the word 'glad'?

Accepted Answer

Happy

Answer

A synonym is a word with the same or very similar meaning; 'happy' and 'glad' both mean feeling pleased.

Question 2

A student reads: 'The clouds grew dark and the wind picked up speed.' What will MOST LIKELY happen next?

Accepted Answer

It will probably rain or storm

Answer

Dark clouds and strong wind are context clues that predict rain or a storm is coming.

Question 3

What is the AUTHOR'S PURPOSE when writing a book that teaches you how to make a sandwich?

Accepted Answer

To inform or explain how to do something

Answer

A how-to or instructional text is written to inform or explain a process to the reader.

Question 4

The suffix '-FUL' in the word 'colorful' means:

Accepted Answer

Full of or having a lot of

Answer

The suffix '-ful' means full of or having a lot of, so 'colorful' means full of color.

Question 5

When a student VISUALIZES while reading, she is:

Accepted Answer

Creating pictures in her mind about the story

Answer

Visualizing means creating mental images or pictures while reading to better understand the text.

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