Reading Comprehension Reading Comprehension 3

Question 1

A passage describes a scientist who 'toiled endlessly in her lab, driven by a hunger for discovery.' The word 'hunger' is used here as a:

Accepted Answer

Metaphor for intense desire

Answer

'Hunger' is used metaphorically to convey a powerful, driving desire for discovery rather than an actual need for food.

Question 2

When a reader distinguishes between what the author directly states and what can be logically concluded, they are differentiating between:

Accepted Answer

Explicit and implicit information

Answer

Explicit information is directly stated in the text, while implicit information must be inferred from clues the author provides.

Question 3

A passage has the following structure: Problem → Cause → Effect → Solution. This organizational pattern is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Cause and effect / problem-solution

Answer

Organizing a passage around a problem, its causes, effects, and a resolution is a classic cause-and-effect / problem-solution text structure.

Question 4

An author uses the phrase 'on the other hand' to introduce a paragraph. A skilled reader would predict that this paragraph will:

Accepted Answer

Present a contrasting viewpoint or idea

Answer

'On the other hand' is a contrast transition, signaling the author is about to present an opposing or different perspective.

Question 5

Which scenario BEST demonstrates active reading?

Accepted Answer

Writing margin notes, asking questions, and summarizing paragraphs

Answer

Active reading involves engaging with the text through annotation, self-questioning, and periodic summarization to monitor comprehension.

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