Reading Comprehension and Analysis Quizzes for Year 6 Primary School Students

Question 1

What can you infer about John's character from this sentence: 'John ran into the burning building without thinking, his heart pounding in his chest'?

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John is brave and selfless.

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John is reckless and impulsive.

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John is afraid and hesitant.

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John is cautious and careful.

Question 2

When reading a text, which of these is NOT a good way to make an inference?

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Guess based on what you think the writer wants to say

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Look for clues in the text

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Think about what you already know

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Ask yourself questions about the text

Question 3

When making inferences in a text, which of the following should you avoid?

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Ignoring details that don't fit

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Finding clues in the text

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Using your own knowledge

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Reading between the lines

Question 4

What is the main idea of the story 'The Three Little Pigs'?

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The importance of building strong houses to protect oneself from danger

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The cleverness of the wolf in outsmarting the pigs

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The value of friendship and cooperation

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The dangers of being lazy and procrastinating

Question 5

In the story, Emily is described as being shy. Which of the following pieces of evidence from the text supports this description?

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Emily preferred to sit alone in the corner of the room.

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Emily was always the first to volunteer to answer questions in class.

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Emily always wore a bright red dress to school.

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Emily had a loud and booming voice.

Question 6

Harry is lost in a dark forest. How do you think he is feeling?

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Scared and alone

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Happy and excited

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Brave and confident

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Calm and relaxed

Question 7

How can you best discover the main idea of a text?

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Read the entire text and find the most important points.

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Read the first sentence of each paragraph.

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Read the title and the first paragraph.

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Read the last paragraph of the text.

Question 8

What's the most important lesson in the story of The Three Little Pigs?

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Build a strong house.

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Don't be lazy.

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Work together.

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Listen to your parents.

Question 9

What is the main lesson that you can learn from the story of The Lion and the Mouse?

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Be kind to everyone, even those who are different from you.

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Don't trust others too easily.

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Don't rely on your friends.

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Always be brave.

Question 10

Which skill is NOT part of the Year 6 English 'Reading' curriculum?

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Writing a short story

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Understanding the meaning of words and phrases in a text

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Predicting what will happen next in a story

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Finding the main idea of a text

Question 11

In the story, the author compares the main character's house to a palace. What does this tell us about the size of the house?

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The house was very large, like a castle.

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The house was small, like a toy.

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The house was medium-sized, like a cottage.

Question 12

In the story, Little Red Riding Hood's mother warns her to be careful when talking to strangers. What does this tell us about the setting of the story?

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The story is set in a place where there are safety concerns and strangers can be dangerous.

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The story is set in a place where it's safe to talk to strangers.

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The story is set in a magical world where talking to strangers is not a problem.

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The story is set in a school where there are rules and supervision to protect children.

Question 13

In a story, the main character is described as being 'as brave as a lion'. What can we infer about this character's personality?

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The character is very courageous.

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The character is very strong.

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The character is very proud.

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The character is a skilled hunter.

Question 14

Who is NOT a character in the story "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe"?

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Harry Potter

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Edmund

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Aslan

Question 15

To find the main idea of a text, what should you do?

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Read the entire text and identify the idea that is discussed most or is most important.

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Read the first sentence of each paragraph.

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Read only the title and introduction.

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Read only the last paragraph.

Question 16

In the story "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe," which of these characters does NOT travel to Narnia?

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Digory Kirke

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Peter Pevensie

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Susan Pevensie

Question 17

In the story 'The Lion and the Mouse,' what is the most important lesson that we can learn?

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It's important to be kind to others, even if they are different from us.

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It's okay to trick others if it benefits us.

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Animals are more important than humans.

Question 18

In the story 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf,' what is the main lesson we learn?

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Always tell the truth.

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Never talk to strangers.

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Don't play tricks on others.

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Always be ready for danger.

Question 19

The story describes the main character as "brave and determined". What can you infer about their personality?

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They might be courageous and persistent.

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They might give up easily.

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They might be shy and quiet.

Question 20

To summarize a text effectively, which strategy is most helpful in finding the most important information?

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Carefully read the text and mark the main points that support the main idea.

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Quickly read the text and underline unfamiliar words.

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Highlight the first and last sentences of each paragraph.

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Read the introduction and conclusion, then skim the rest.

Question 21

You've just finished reading a story about a boy lost in the woods. How can you make a good guess about what might happen to him next?

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Think about the problem the boy is facing and how he might solve it.

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Look at the pictures and the title of the story.

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Read the first sentence of the story again.

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Think about why the author wrote the story.

Question 22

In stories, a character's journey often has a deeper meaning than just traveling. What do you think the main character's journey in our story represents?

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A journey of learning and growing

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A trip from one place to another

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A search for a hidden treasure

Question 23

A young boy gazed out the window, his furrowed brow indicating deep thought. His eyes followed a small bird soaring higher into the sky. Based on this passage, what could the boy be thinking?

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The boy is curious about the bird's destination and what it might encounter along its journey.

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The boy is planning to write a story about the bird's adventure.

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The boy is concerned about the bird's safety.

Question 24

What is the character's main goal in the story?

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Overcome challenges and grow

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Find hidden treasure

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Rescue a friend in danger

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Win a prize or competition

Question 25

In the story, the main character discovers an old diary with odd and mysterious entries. What is the story likely to be mainly about?

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Imagination and storytelling are powerful

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Keeping secrets is important

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Exploring the unknown can be dangerous

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Friendship and loyalty are valuable

Question 26

What is the most important lesson we can learn from the story 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf'?

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Always tell the truth.

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Never give up.

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Be careful who you trust.

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Don't be afraid to ask for help.

Question 27

In the story, what does the old man symbolize?

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Wisdom and experience

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Evil and darkness

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Youth and innocence

Question 28

In a story, the author uses the words 'The wind howled like a banshee' to describe a storm. What does this use of language make the storm sound like?

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More powerful and frightening

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Less powerful and frightening

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More peaceful and calming

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More like a person

Question 29

When an author uses a chronological structure, they organize events in the order they happened. What is an advantage of using a chronological structure?

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It helps readers easily follow the sequence of events.

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It creates a sense of mystery and suspense.

Question 30

In a story, an author uses a dove to symbolize peace and a wolf to symbolize war. How does this use of symbolism contribute to the story's meaning?

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It helps the reader understand the story's main ideas.

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It makes the story more interesting.

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It allows the author to avoid using clear language.

Question 31

How does the use of figurative language in this excerpt enhance the reader's experience?

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It helps the reader visualize the vivid sky, creating a sense of wonder and awe.

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It primarily focuses on evoking emotions rather than enhancing the reader's sensory experience.

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It makes the writing appear overly complex and difficult to understand.

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It does not significantly contribute to the reader's understanding of the setting.

Question 32

Imagine you're reading a story about a storm. The wind is howling, the rain is lashing, and the thunder is roaring. Where do you think the story is taking place?

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A remote cabin in the mountains

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A peaceful cottage in the countryside

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A cozy apartment in the city

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A busy street during rush hour

Question 33

Which sentence in the story hints that the old woman may be dangerous or mysterious?

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The villagers whispered that the old woman was a witch.

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The old woman's cottage is on the edge of the dark forest.

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The young man seeks shelter in the old woman's cottage during a storm.

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The wind howled and the rain lashed against the windows.

Question 34

Read the sentence below and answer the question that follows:

**The house towered over the street, its windows like watchful guardians.**

What can you infer about the house from this description?

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The house appears imposing and commanding.

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The house is small and cozy.

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The house is in need of maintenance.

Question 35

Read the passage: 'The wind howled fiercely, causing the windows to rattle and the trees to dance wildly.' What is the most likely weather outside?

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Windy and stormy

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Calm and sunny

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Rainy and mild

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Snowy and cold

Question 36

'The Great Escape' sounds like a title for what type of book?

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Adventure story

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History book

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Science fiction novel

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Cookbook

Question 37

Which is NOT a helpful reading strategy?

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Skimming the text quickly

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Making predictions

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Reading aloud

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Understanding the purpose of the text

Question 38

Why do authors use descriptive language in writing?

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To help the reader understand and visualize

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To make the reader bored

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To persuade the reader to agree with them

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To make the text more difficult to read

Question 39

Read the sentence: 'The stars twinkled like diamonds in the night sky.' What figure of speech is being used here?

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Simile

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Metaphor

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Personification

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Hyperbole

Question 40

What is an important feature of a good summary?

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It captures the main points and key details

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It is longer than the original text

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It includes the writer's personal opinions

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It uses the exact same words as the original text

Question 41

What does the phrase 'over the moon' usually mean?

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Extremely happy and excited

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Sad and disappointed

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Angry and frustrated

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Scared and nervous

Question 42

Which of these is a non-fiction text type?

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Biography

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Fairy tale

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Adventure novel

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Short story

Question 43

What is the main goal of reading?

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To gain knowledge and understanding

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To memorize information

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To show off how smart you are

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To get a good grade

Question 44

What is the main purpose of making inferences in reading?

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To understand the author's unstated thoughts and feelings

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To guess what will happen next

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To make the story more interesting

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To finish the story quickly

Question 45

When making predictions in reading, it is important to:

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Think about what you already know

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Ignore the story completely

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Guess randomly

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Follow the author's every word

Question 46

In reading, what does it mean to think about your own thinking?

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Metacognition

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Inference

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Prediction

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Summarizing

Question 47

Which description paints the most vivid picture in your mind?

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The sun was blazing like a ball of fire.

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The sun was shining.

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The trees were swaying in the wind.

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The river was flowing through the field.

Question 48

A key reading comprehension skill taught in this unit is:

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Inference

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Memorization

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Poetry analysis

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Creative writing

Question 49

Making predictions while reading helps:

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Improve understanding and engagement

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Guess the ending of the story

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Avoid boredom

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Impress the teacher

Question 50

When writing a summary, it should:

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Capture the main ideas clearly and concisely

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Be the same length as the original text

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Include every detail

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Express personal opinions

Question 51

To infer meaning, readers should mainly use:

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Their prior knowledge and clues from the text

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Their imagination

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The author's life story

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Dictionary definitions

Question 52

When you come across a difficult text, it's best to:

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Break it into smaller, manageable sections

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Skip over the hard parts

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Read it aloud to yourself

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Give up and move on to something else

Question 53

A character in a story is described as having a 'deep sense of fairness'. How will this character trait most likely influence their actions?

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They will strive for justice and equality in their interactions.

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They will prioritize their own interests over others.

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They will be easily swayed by the opinions of others.

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They will act impulsively and emotionally.

Question 54

When predicting what happens next, what should you do?

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Look for hints and patterns in the text

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Focus only on the title and pictures

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Ignore the order of events

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Make guesses that go against the story

Question 55

When analyzing a character in a story, consider:

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Their actions, why they do them, and who they know

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Only how they look and their name

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Their gender and how much money they have

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Their favourite colour and what they like to do

Question 56

Which skill is key for critical thinking in reading?

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Asking questions and finding evidence

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Believing everything the author says

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Only focusing on the main idea

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Ignoring the author's purpose and perspective

Question 57

When comparing two texts, what should you do?

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Find the similarities and differences in what they say and how they say it

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Only look at their titles and authors

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Ignore the reason for writing the texts

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Say which one you like best without giving reasons

Question 58

To find the main idea of a text:

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Read the whole text and think about its key points

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Only read the title and first paragraph

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Don't think about what the author is trying to say

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Focus on specific details without thinking about the overall message

Question 59

Which helps improve reading comprehension?

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Making notes on the text while reading

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Skipping words and concepts you don't know

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Reading quickly without paying attention

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Only reading the start and end of the text

Question 60

In a book review, you should:

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Summarize the book and share your thoughts

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Only summarize the book

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Only talk about the author's writing style

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Share personal stories and unrelated information

Question 61

How does the use of figurative language enhance the imagery in the story?

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It makes the descriptions more vivid and memorable.

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It helps the reader understand the characters' emotions.

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It makes the story more complex and challenging to read.

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It has no impact on the story's imagery or quality.

Question 62

In the story, the main character demonstrates courage when facing challenges. Describe a difficult situation they encounter and explain how they bravely respond to it.

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The character confronts a bully at school and stands up to them, despite their fear.

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The character discovers a magical sword that aids them in defeating a monster.

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The character flees from a dangerous animal and seeks refuge.

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The character receives a medal for their bravery after rescuing someone from a burning building.

Question 63

In this reading unit, which skill will help you gain a deeper understanding of texts?

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Making predictions based on clues

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Memorizing vocabulary

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Writing a summary

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Reading every word slowly

Question 64

What does 'inference' mean in reading comprehension?

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Drawing conclusions based on information in the text

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Finding proof to back up an idea

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Guessing what will happen next

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Retelling the main points of a story