ParaPro Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary 4

Question 1

A student reads: 'The scientist's hypothesis was corroborated by three independent studies.' What does 'corroborated' mean?

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Supported or confirmed

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Disproved by evidence

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Questioned by peers

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Ignored by researchers

Question 2

Which text structure is used when an author describes a problem and then offers solutions?

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Problem and solution

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Chronological order

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Compare and contrast

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Cause and effect

Question 3

A passage states: 'Unlike her reserved sister, Mia was gregarious at every social event.' What does 'gregarious' mean?

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Sociable and outgoing

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Shy and quiet

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Anxious and nervous

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Rude and impolite

Question 4

A student struggles to understand a dense paragraph. The best paraprofessional strategy is to:

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Help the student identify the main idea and key details

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Skip the paragraph and move on

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Read the paragraph aloud faster

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Tell the student the paragraph is too hard

Question 5

What is an inference?

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A conclusion drawn using evidence and reasoning beyond what is stated

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A direct quote from a text

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A word defined in a glossary

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A heading that introduces a new section

Question 6

The word 'benevolent' in the sentence 'The benevolent donor gave generously to the shelter' most nearly means:

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Well-meaning and kind

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Wealthy and powerful

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Secretive and cautious

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Reluctant and hesitant

Question 7

A text includes headings, bold terms, and numbered lists. These are examples of:

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Text features

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Figurative language

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Narrative elements

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Point of view markers