NYC Reading Comprehension 2

Question 1

In civil service reading comprehension tests, the BEST approach is to:

Accepted Answer

Read the passage carefully, then refer back for each question

Answer

Read carefully first, then refer back to specific parts for each question.

Question 2

A passage states: 'All employees must complete safety training within 30 days of hire.' Which conclusion is valid?

Accepted Answer

New employees have 30 days to complete safety training

Answer

The passage explicitly states 'within 30 days of hire' — this applies to all employees.

Question 3

The main idea of a passage is BEST described as:

Accepted Answer

The overall point or message the author is conveying

Answer

The main idea is the central point of the entire passage, not just one part.

Question 4

An inference in reading comprehension is:

Accepted Answer

A conclusion drawn from information in the passage

Answer

An inference is a logical conclusion based on evidence in the passage, even if not directly stated.

Question 5

When a question asks for the 'best title' of a passage, you should choose one that:

Accepted Answer

Captures the main idea in a brief phrase

Answer

The best title summarizes the main idea concisely.

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