Reading Comprehension
What is the main idea of a passage?
The central point the author wants readers to understand.
Fix this sentence:
Each of the students have a pencil.
Each of the students has a pencil.
What does context mean?
The words and sentences around a word.
What should a strong paragraph include?
Topic sentence, evidence, explanation.
What should you do if you don’t know an answer?
Eliminate wrong choices.
What should you look for to support an answer?
Text evidence.
What is a run-on sentence?
Two complete sentences joined incorrectly.
If a word has a prefix like “un-,” what does that usually mean?
Not / opposite.
What is a thesis statement?
The main argument or claim of an essay.
Should you leave answers blank?
No, always guess if there is no penalty.
What does tone refer to?
The author’s attitude toward the subject.
Fix this sentence:
I like pizza, it is my favorite food.
I like pizza because it is my favorite food.
How can you figure out an unknown word?
Use context clues.
Why is revision important?
It improves clarity and organization.
What is pacing?
Managing your time wisely.
If a question asks for inference, what must you do?
Use evidence + background knowledge to make an educated guess.
What is subject-verb agreement?
The subject and verb must match in number.
What is a synonym?
A word with a similar meaning.
What makes evidence strong?
It directly supports the claim.
What should you do if you finish early?
Review your answers.
Why is it important to read the questions before the passage?
It helps you know what to look for while reading.
Identify the error:
The dog bark loudly at night.
barked
Why shouldn’t you choose the longest answer choice automatically?
Length does not equal correctness.
What should you do before submitting a writing response on a test?
Check grammar, spelling, and whether it answers the question.
Why should you underline key words in questions?
To focus on what the question is asking.