Category 1
Companies use advertisements to persuade people to buy their products. They often use bright colors, catchy slogans, and famous celebrities to make their products seem more appealing.
What is the author’s purpose in this passage?
A) To entertain the reader with a funny story
B) To inform the reader about how advertisements work
C) To persuade the reader to buy a specific product
D) To describe different types of businesses
B) To inform the reader about how advertisements work
Once upon a time, a clever fox was searching for food when he spotted a bunch of juicy grapes hanging from a vine. He jumped and jumped, but no matter how hard he tried, he couldn’t reach them—so he walked away, saying they were probably sour anyway.
👉 What is the author’s purpose in this passage?
A) To persuade the reader to eat more fruit
B) To entertain the reader with a fable
C) To inform the reader about foxes' eating habits
D) To explain why grapes grow on vines
B) To entertain the reader with a fable
Eating fruits and vegetables every day is essential for a healthy life. They provide important vitamins and nutrients that help your body stay strong, so you should include them in every meal.
What is the author’s purpose in this passage?
A) To entertain the reader with a funny story about food
B) To inform the reader about different types of healthy foods
C) To persuade the reader to eat more fruits and vegetables
D) To describe how fruits and vegetables grow
C) To persuade the reader to eat more fruits and vegetables
Regular exercise helps keep the body strong and healthy by improving heart function and muscle strength. It can also boost mood and reduce stress, making it beneficial for both physical and mental health.
What is the main idea of the passage?
A) Exercise improves physical and mental health.
B) Running is the best way to stay in shape.
C) Stress is bad for your health.
D) Muscles make people stronger.
A) Exercise improves physical and mental health.
"Taking a walk in nature can help reduce stress. A study found that people who spend time in natural environments have lower levels of cortisol, a stress hormone. Nature has a calming effect, and even a short walk outside can improve your mood."
What piece of textual evidence supports the claim that spending time in nature can reduce stress?
A) "Taking a walk in nature can help reduce stress."
B) "A study found that people who spend time in natural environments have lower levels of cortisol, a stress hormone."
C) "Nature has a calming effect."
D) "Even a short walk outside can improve your mood."
B) "A study found that people who spend time in natural environments have lower levels of cortisol, a stress hormone."
Abraham Lincoln is remembered as one of the greatest U.S. presidents because he led the country during the Civil War. He also played a key role in ending slavery by signing the Emancipation Proclamation.
What is the main idea of the passage?
A) Abraham Lincoln was a famous U.S. president.
B) The Civil War was an important event in history.
C) Lincoln helped end slavery and led the nation during a difficult time.
D) The Emancipation Proclamation was signed in the 1800s.
C) Lincoln helped end slavery and led the nation during a difficult time.
"Reading books can expand your knowledge and improve your vocabulary. According to a recent survey, people who read regularly are often better at problem-solving and have higher levels of empathy than those who don’t read as much."
What piece of textual evidence supports the claim that reading improves vocabulary?
A) "Reading books can expand your knowledge and improve your vocabulary."
B) "According to a recent survey, people who read regularly are often better at problem-solving."
C) "People who read regularly are often better at problem-solving and have higher levels of empathy."
D) "People who don’t read as much are less likely to improve their vocabulary."
A) "Reading books can expand your knowledge and improve your vocabulary."
Many sea creatures, like jellyfish and certain fish, use bioluminescence to survive in the deep ocean. This natural glow helps them attract prey, communicate, or scare off predators.
What is the main idea of the passage?
A) Some sea creatures glow in the dark.
B) Bioluminescence helps deep-sea creatures survive.
C) Jellyfish and fish live in the ocean.
D) The ocean is a dark and mysterious place.
B) Bioluminescence helps deep-sea creatures survive.
"Many people think that eating junk food occasionally is harmless, but in reality, it can lead to long-term health problems such as obesity and heart disease. Studies show that people who eat high-fat, high-sugar foods regularly are more likely to develop these conditions."
What piece of textual evidence supports the main idea that junk food can lead to health problems?
A) "Eating junk food occasionally is harmless."
B) "Many people think that eating junk food occasionally is harmless."
C) "Studies show that people who eat high-fat, high-sugar foods regularly are more likely to develop these conditions."
D) "In reality, it can lead to long-term health problems."
C) "Studies show that people who eat high-fat, high-sugar foods regularly are more likely to develop these conditions."