Reading and Writing Strategies Assessment

What is the main idea of the following passage?

"Bicycling is one of the most efficient modes of transportation. Not only is it cost-effective, but it also promotes physical health and reduces carbon emissions."

• Bicycling can be expensive.

• Bicycling is an inefficient mode of transportation.

• Bicycling is a cost-effective, physically productive, and environmentally friendly mode of transportation.

Which sentence from the passage supports the idea that bicycling is good for the environment?

"Bicycling is one of the most efficient modes of transportation. Not only is it cost-effective, but it also promotes physical health and reduces carbon emissions."

• "Bicycling is one of the most efficient modes of transportation."

• "Not only is it cost-effective, but it also promotes physical health."

• "Bicycling reduces carbon emissions."

Based on the passage, what can be inferred about people who choose to bike instead of drive?

"Bicycling is one of the most efficient modes of transportation. Not only is it cost-effective, but it also promotes physical health and reduces carbon emissions."

• They are primarily concerned about saving money.

• They do not enjoy driving cars.

• They are likely to care about the environment and their health.

Which of the following best summarizes the passage about bicycling?

"Bicycling is one of the most efficient modes of transportation. Not only is it cost-effective, but it also promotes physical health and reduces carbon emissions."

• Bicycling is a fun activity for people of all ages.

• Bicycling is cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and good for physical health.

• Bicycling is better than walking.

What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage about bicycling?

"Bicycling is one of the most efficient modes of transportation. Not only is it cost-effective, but it also promotes physical health and reduces carbon emissions."

• To entertain the reader with stories about biking.

• To inform the reader about the benefits of bicycling.

• To persuade the reader to buy a bicycle.

What is the effect of reducing carbon emissions mentioned in the passage?

"Bicycling is one of the most efficient modes of transportation. Not only is it cost-effective, but it also promotes physical health and reduces carbon emissions."

• What is the effect of reducing carbon emissions mentioned in the passage?

• The environment will become healthier.

• People will spend more money on bicycles.

Which of the following best compares bicycling to driving?

"Bicycling is one of the most efficient modes of transportation. Not only is it cost-effective, but it also promotes physical health and reduces carbon emissions."

• Both bicycling and driving are equally good for the environment.

• Bicycling is more eco-friendly and promotes health, while driving is faster and more convenient.

• Driving is the more physically demanding activity.

Which of the following statements from the passage is a fact?

"Bicycling is one of the most efficient modes of transportation. Not only is it cost-effective, but it also promotes physical health and reduces carbon emissions."

• "Bicycling promotes physical health and reduces carbon emissions."

• "Bicycling is the best way to travel."

• "Everyone should ride a bicycle."

What is the text structure of the passage about bicycling?

"Bicycling is one of the most efficient modes of transportation. Not only is it cost-effective, but it also promotes physical health and reduces carbon emissions."

• Sequence/Chronological order

• Problem and solution

• Cause and effect

What does the word "efficient" most likely mean in the sentence, “Bicycling is one of the most efficient modes of transportation”?

• Expensive

• Effective with minimal waste

• Fun