MAP Reading Practice Questions

Front

What is the theme of a literary text?

Back

The message or 'moral'.

Front

What does 'impeded' mean in the context of aging?

Back

Slowed down.

Front

What technique does the paragraph use to convince people to go to the show?

Back

It uses loaded words like fabulous, excellent, and professional.

Front

What does 'tracked' most nearly mean in the context of following a turtle's journey?

Back

Followed.

Front

What is a fragment in a sentence?

Back

A fragment is an incomplete sentence that does not express a complete thought.

Front

What is the main idea of a text?

Back

The central point or concept that the author wants to convey.

Front

What are loaded words?

Back

Words that are emotionally charged and intended to provoke a strong response.

Front

What is the purpose of a literary theme?

Back

To convey a deeper message or moral lesson within the story.

Front

What is the difference between a sentence and a fragment?

Back

A sentence expresses a complete thought, while a fragment does not.

Front

What does it mean to analyze a text?

Back

To examine the text closely to understand its meaning, structure, and themes.