Reading Comprehension Supporting Details and Evidence

Question 1

A main idea states: 'Regular exercise improves mental health.' Which sentence is a supporting detail?

Accepted Answer

Studies show that aerobic activity reduces symptoms of depression

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Exercise can be expensive if you join a gym

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Many people prefer outdoor activities to indoor ones

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Exercise requires time and dedication

Question 2

What is the PRIMARY purpose of a supporting detail in a passage?

Accepted Answer

To provide evidence or examples that strengthen the main idea

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To introduce a new topic

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To summarize the entire passage

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To contradict the author's argument

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a FACT used as supporting evidence?

Accepted Answer

Recycling one ton of paper saves approximately 17 trees

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I believe recycling is important for everyone

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Recycling programs should be expanded nationwide

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Most people do not recycle enough

Question 4

A student wants to support the claim that 'The US has a high rate of pet ownership.' Which evidence is MOST relevant?

Accepted Answer

According to a 2023 survey, 66% of US households own at least one pet

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Pets can be expensive to care for

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Some people are allergic to animals

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Pet ownership has grown worldwide

Question 5

Which word BEST signals that an author is about to provide a supporting example?

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For instance

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However

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In contrast

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Therefore

Question 6

A passage argues that 'reading fiction builds empathy.' A supporting detail states: 'Readers of literary fiction scored higher on empathy tests in a Princeton University study.' What makes this an effective supporting detail?

Accepted Answer

It is specific, measurable, and directly linked to the main claim

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It comes from a prestigious university

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It is the longest sentence in the passage

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It uses difficult vocabulary