BECE Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary

Question 1

In reading comprehension, what is the 'main idea' of a passage?

Accepted Answer

The central point the author is making throughout the passage

Answer

The main idea is the central, overarching point or argument that the author develops throughout the entire passage.

Question 2

Which of the following best defines the word 'benevolent'?

Accepted Answer

Kind and generous

Answer

Benevolent means well-meaning and kind; a benevolent person wishes good things for others and acts generously.

Question 3

What is a synonym for the word 'enormous'?

Accepted Answer

Gigantic

Answer

Gigantic is a synonym for enormous; both words mean extremely large in size.

Question 4

In a reading passage, a 'supporting detail' is best described as what?

Accepted Answer

Specific information that backs up the main idea

Answer

Supporting details are specific facts, examples, or reasons that provide evidence for or elaborate on the main idea of a passage.

Question 5

What does it mean to 'infer' something from a reading passage?

Accepted Answer

To reach a conclusion based on clues in the text

Answer

Inferring means drawing a logical conclusion from hints or evidence in the text rather than from a directly stated fact.

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