NJSLA Comprehending Informational Texts 4

Question 1

A student reads a persuasive essay arguing that school lunches should be healthier. Which sentence is an OPINION rather than a fact?

Accepted Answer

Healthier school lunches are the most important change schools can make.

Answer

An opinion expresses a belief or judgment that cannot be proven true or false; calling something 'the most important' is a value judgment, not a verifiable fact.

Question 2

A reader notices that an informational article uses bold text for certain words. What is the MOST LIKELY reason for this formatting choice?

Accepted Answer

The bold words are key vocabulary terms that are important to understanding the text

Answer

Authors use bold text to highlight key vocabulary or important concepts, signaling to readers that these terms require special attention.

Question 3

A historical article states: 'By 1920, women in the United States had gained the right to vote.' A student asks, 'What events led to this outcome?' The student is analyzing:

Accepted Answer

Cause-and-effect relationships within the text

Answer

Asking what events led to an outcome reflects cause-and-effect thinking, connecting prior events (causes) to a historical result (effect).

Question 4

Which strategy BEST helps a reader monitor their comprehension while reading a complex informational text?

Accepted Answer

Pausing to ask questions and summarize sections in their own words

Answer

Pausing to self-question and paraphrase helps readers check their understanding and identify sections that require rereading.

Question 5

An author writes: 'Coral reefs, often called the rainforests of the sea, support approximately 25% of all marine species.' The phrase 'rainforests of the sea' is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A metaphor used to help readers visualize the biodiversity of coral reefs

Answer

A metaphor compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'; here, coral reefs are compared to rainforests to convey their rich biodiversity.

NJSLA Exam Practice Test

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NJSLA Comprehending Informational Texts 4