Sol Reading Practice - Released Test

In paragraph 2, the author's use of the words "distinguish" and "like" indicates that the information is organized by-

• determine the cause and effect

• arranging the ideas on order of importance

• placing the events in chorological sequence

• listing facts important to the subject

• comparing and contrasting similar subjects

Vocalization include a chitter, which sounds much like the chattering of teeth; a bark, which is similar to that of a dog......

In this excerpt from paragrpagh 5, which words are examples of onomatopiea?

• vocalization

• chattering

• bark

• chitter

• teeth

Based on paragraph 8, the reader may best infer that the kinkajou -

• is unsuited for domestic life

• requires a tropical habitat

• requires a special diet

• is unable to coexist with other pets

According to the article, which sense best helps a kinkajou locate another kinkajou's territory? (a)  

• sight
• smell
• touch
• hearing

According to the article, the kinkajou resembles a monkey because of its- (a)  

• grooming habits
• sharp teeth
• sleeping schedule
• communication style
• rounded head

After the first meeting, the narrator and the horse learn about each other when they- (a)  

• eat their meals together
• go for short rides togehter
• receive training from an elder
• spend time observing one another

Who is the narrator of this story?

• a teenage boy

• The father of the young boy

• A five year old boy

• The grandfather of a young boy

Complete this analogy

Skilled is to expert as.........

• studied is to lesson

• informed is to elder

• questioned is to rider

• rejected is to horse

In paragraph 1, the author suggest that before the internet, researching a given topic was-

• restricted to academics

• based on less reliable sources

• a time-consuming task

• a classroom- based activity

Which meaning best fits the word daunting in paragraph 2?

• confusing

• fascinating

• exhilarating

• overwhelming