TACHS Reading Comprehension 2

Question 1

A TACHS passage describes events in the order they happened. This structure is called:

Accepted Answer

Chronological

Answer

Chronological structure presents events in time order, often using signal words like 'first,' 'then,' and 'finally.'

Question 2

When a TACHS passage uses the phrase 'for example,' the author is most likely about to provide:

Accepted Answer

A supporting detail or illustration

Answer

'For example' is a signal phrase that introduces a specific instance to support a general statement.

Question 3

Which question type asks you to identify what would happen next in a TACHS reading passage?

Accepted Answer

Prediction

Answer

Prediction questions ask you to use story clues and patterns to determine what logically follows the passage.

Question 4

The TACHS Reading section primarily tests a student's ability to:

Accepted Answer

Understand and interpret written passages

Answer

The TACHS Reading section assesses comprehension, vocabulary, and the ability to interpret information from texts.

Question 5

A passage says: 'Despite the storm, Maria arrived on time.' The word 'despite' signals:

Accepted Answer

A contrast or unexpected result

Answer

'Despite' signals a contrast, showing that the result (arriving on time) happened even though you would not expect it given the storm.

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