Reading Comprehension Quiz

Choose the main, or central, idea that ties all the details together.

• Cranberries need lot of fresh water.

• Cranberries grow best in freshwater wetlands known as bogs.

• Cranberries are mostly grown in the northern part of the United States.

Choose the main, or central, idea that ties all the details together.

• Deep breathing is good for your health.

• Deep breathing is relaxing and can slow your heart rate.

• Deep breathing can help you fall asleep more easily.

Choose the main, or central, idea that ties all the details together.

• Learning to read can be difficult for some people.

• Reading provides many benefits.

• Nonfiction books are great for learning new things.

What is the main, or central, idea of the passage?

• Edouard de Laboulaye came up with the idea for the Statue of Liberty after the American Civil War ended.

• Edouard de Laboulaye wanted the Statue of Liberty to inspire freedom and democracy in France.

Which sentence best combines the main, or central, ideas of both texts?

• Lookout Mountain is known for both its underground caves and its steep passenger railway.

• Lookout Mountain's famous train features a light-and-sound show during the ride.

Which sentence best combines the main, or central, ideas of both texts?

• Recipients of the Medal of Honor enjoy many perks, including higher retirement pay and invitations to special ceremonies.

• The U.S. started awarding the Medal of Honor during the Civil War, and it remains a great honor to receive this award.

Which sentence best combines the main, or central, ideas of both texts?

• Many families found it too expensive to stay at hotels, so they bought RVs for their vacations.

• The invention of the RV made it easier for families to vacation together and to camp in a comfortable way.

Which sentence best combines the main, or central, ideas of both texts?

• Most Americans believe the energy savings of daylight saving time is small, so they think the program should stop.

• Daylight saving time was originally created to save energy, but now some people are asking if the time change still needs to occur.