VCLA Reading Comprehension Skills 2

Question 1

A VCLA passage includes the phrase 'on the other hand.' This phrase signals that the author is about to present:

Accepted Answer

A contrasting viewpoint or idea

Answer

'On the other hand' is a transitional phrase that signals the author is introducing a contrasting viewpoint or idea.

Question 2

On the VCLA Reading test, 'author's purpose' most commonly refers to the author's intention to:

Accepted Answer

Entertain, inform, or persuade

Answer

Author's purpose is typically categorized as the intent to entertain, inform, or persuade the audience.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a fact rather than an opinion in a VCLA passage?

Accepted Answer

Virginia has 95 independent cities and counties.

Answer

A fact is a verifiable statement; 'Virginia has 95 independent cities and counties' can be confirmed with official sources.

Question 4

When a VCLA passage uses a heading like 'Causes of the Problem,' what organizational pattern does this suggest?

Accepted Answer

Cause and effect

Answer

A heading that references 'causes' clearly indicates a cause-and-effect organizational pattern in the passage.

Question 5

Which reading skill involves evaluating the reliability and credibility of a source used in a VCLA passage?

Accepted Answer

Critical analysis

Answer

Critical analysis involves evaluating sources for reliability, credibility, and bias, which is a key VCLA reading skill.

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