Mastering Reading Comprehension

Read the following excerpt and answer the question below: "The sun was setting behind the mountains, casting a golden hue over the landscape. The air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers, and the gentle hum of bees could be heard in the distance." What is the main theme of the excerpt?

• The process of sunset

• The beauty of nature

• The behavior of bees

• The scent of flowers

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

In the excerpt, what does the phrase "casting a golden hue" suggest about the setting sun?

• It is very bright and blinding.

• It is creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.

• It is causing the flowers to bloom.

• It is a source of energy for the bees.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which of the following inferences is supported by the excerpt?

• The location is likely a valley.

• The time of day is morning.

• The bees are the main focus of the writer.

• The flowers are newly planted.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

What can be inferred about the author's feelings towards the scene described in the excerpt?

• The author is indifferent to the landscape.

• The author finds the landscape unappealing.

• The author is in awe of the natural beauty.

• The author is fearful of the approaching night.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Read the following sentence and answer the question below: "Despite the approaching storm, the children continued to play outside, their laughter echoing through the air." What does the phrase "their laughter echoing through the air" imply about the children's state of mind?

• They are unaware of the storm.

• They are scared but trying to be brave.

• They are carefree and happy.

• They are calling for help.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Based on the sentence, what is the contrast presented by the author?

• The silence of the storm versus the noise of the children

• The danger of the storm versus the innocence of the children

• The calm before the storm versus the chaos of play

• The seriousness of the situation versus the joy of the children

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Read the following sentence and answer the question below: "Marie curiously peered into the old, dusty attic, where she discovered a chest full of ancient books and trinkets." What can be inferred about Marie from this sentence?

• She is a professional cleaner.

• She is afraid of old objects.

• She has a sense of adventure and curiosity.

• She is looking for something specific.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What does the word "ancient" suggest about the books and trinkets?

• They are brand new and unused.

• They are extremely old and possibly valuable.

• They are irrelevant and worthless.

• They are common and uninteresting.

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Read the following sentence and answer the question below: "Jason's heart raced as he sprinted towards the finish line, the cheers of the crowd spurring him on." What is the effect of the crowd's cheers on Jason?

• They make him nervous and slow him down.

• They confuse him and cause him to stop.

• They encourage him and boost his speed.

• They are ignored by him as he focuses on running.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does the phrase "Jason's heart raced" imply about his feelings?

• He is in a relaxed state.

• He is experiencing excitement or nervousness.

• He is feeling defeated.

• He is not interested in the race.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3