Reading comprehension
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- Q1Which of the following is the best definition of 'symbolism' in a literary text?A plot twist in the storylineA character's physical appearanceA story set in a futuristic worldThe use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities30s
- Q2What does it mean to 'infer' while reading a text?To skip over difficult passagesTo read the text out loudTo make an educated guess based on evidence in the textTo summarize the main points of the text30s
- Q3What is the main purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?To clearly express the main idea or argument of the essayTo summarize the essay's conclusionTo list the supporting details of the essayTo introduce a new topic30s
- Q4What is the definition of 'context' when reading a text?The main characters in the textThe author's writing styleThe circumstances or facts that surround a particular event or situationThe central theme of the text30s
- Q5What is the purpose of a conclusion in a reading passage or essay?To confuse the reader with conflicting informationTo provide background information on the topicTo introduce new ideas that were not discussed beforeTo summarize the main points and offer a final perspective on the topic30s
- Q6What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?To provide a concluding statementTo repeat information from the previous paragraphTo introduce the main idea of the paragraphTo list supporting details30s
- Q7What is the definition of 'foreshadowing' in a literary text?A sudden and unexpected plot twistA detailed description of a character's appearanceA literary device where hints or clues are given about events that will happen later in the storyA flashback to a previous event in the story30s
- Q8What is the definition of 'plot' in a literary text?The main message or lesson of the storyThe author's personal experiences and backgroundThe sequence of events that make up a storyThe physical setting of the story30s
- Q9What is the purpose of dialogue in a story or play?To summarize the plot eventsTo provide a description of the settingTo reveal characters' thoughts, feelings, and personalities through their interactions with othersTo introduce the main conflict of the story30s
- Q10What does it mean to 'summarize' a text?To briefly retell the main points or events in a concise mannerTo analyze the characters' motivations in the textTo provide a detailed description of the settingTo list all the minor details mentioned in the text30s