NFST Reading Comprehension Skills 4

Question 1

A passage says: 'While supporters argue the policy reduces crime, critics contend it infringes on civil liberties.' What does this sentence present?

Accepted Answer

Two opposing viewpoints on the policy

Answer

The sentence gives the supporters' view and the critics' view side by side, presenting both sides of a debate.

Question 2

An instruction reads: 'Complete all fields marked with an asterisk (*) before submitting.' Which fields must be filled in?

Accepted Answer

Only fields marked with *

Answer

The instruction specifically says fields 'marked with an asterisk (*)' are required before submission.

Question 3

You read: 'The novel's protagonist undergoes a dramatic transformation by the final chapter.' What does 'protagonist' mean?

Accepted Answer

The main character

Answer

A protagonist is the main or central character of a story, often the one the plot follows most closely.

Question 4

A passage reads: 'Rising sea levels pose a tangible threat to coastal communities.' What does 'tangible' mean here?

Accepted Answer

Real and concrete

Answer

'Tangible' means something real, concrete, and capable of being perceived — not abstract or hypothetical.

Question 5

A schedule states: 'Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., excluding federal holidays.' On a federal holiday that falls on Wednesday, will there be a session?

Accepted Answer

No, because federal holidays are excluded

Answer

The schedule explicitly says 'excluding federal holidays,' so no session is held on any federal holiday regardless of the day.

NFST Test Practice Test

NFST Test Practice Test

NFST Reading Comprehension Skills 4