Reading Comprehension
What is another name for the main idea of a passage?
The central or key idea.
What is a synonym for “happy”?
Joyful.
Which of the following is a compound sentence? “I like ice cream, but I don’t eat it often.”
“I like ice cream, but I don’t eat it often.”
What is the purpose of an introductory paragraph in an essay?
To introduce the topic and grab the reader’s attention.
What is chronological order?
The arrangement of events in the order they happened.
What does it mean when an author uses foreshadowing?
It gives hints about what will happen later in the story.
What is an antonym for “difficult”?
easy.
What is a subject in a sentence?
The noun or pronoun that the sentence is about.
Use text evidence.
What is compare and contrast text structure?
A structure that highlights similarities and differences between two or more things.
Identify the tone of the following passage: “The sky was dark and filled with storm clouds.”
The tone is ominous or foreboding. (Gloomy)
Define the word "convey"
To show; make known.
What is the difference between “its” and “it’s”?
“Its” is possessive; “it’s” is a contraction for “it is.”
What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?
A fact can be proven; an opinion is a personal belief.
What is cause and effect?
When an event or action leads to another.
What is the purpose of a conclusion paragraph in a passage?
To summarize the main points and give closure.
What is the meaning of “illustrate” in the context of a text?
To explain or show clearly.
This punctuation mark is used to show possession or to form contractions.
apostrophe?
What should a topic sentence do?
It introduces the main idea of the paragraph.
What is problem and solution structure?
A structure that presents a problem and then offers one or more solutions.
How can you determine the author's point of view?
By analyzing the language and perspective used.
A word that describes something that happens regularly or often.
frequent.
Can you ever start a sentence with the word "Because?"
Yes
What is a concluding sentence in a paragraph?
It wraps up the paragraph and ties back to the main idea. Also, it restates the introduction.
What is a narrative text?
A text that tells a story, usually with characters and a plot.