8th Grade ELA Standardse

What does the term “inference” mean in reading comprehension?

• A guess based on personal opinions

• An educated guess based on evidence from the text

• A statement made directly by the author

• A summary of the main idea

What does “theme” mean in a piece of literature?

• The background information about the setting

• The events that happen in the story

• The physical description of the characters

• The moral or life lesson that an author conveys throughout the story

Which of the following is an example of a theme?

• A character who faces a difficult decision

• Friendship can help people overcome challenges.

• A series of events that happen in a story

• A setting that includes a mysterious mansion

What does the term “structure” refer to in a text?

• The main idea of the text

• The vocabulary used in the text

• The order or arrangement of events, chapters, or parts in the text

• The characters and their actions

What does the word “explicitly” mean when analyzing a text?

• Directly stated and clear in the text

• Implied, but not directly stated

• The author’s opinion on the subject

• A summary of the text’s main idea

What is the best way to find evidence to support an inference?

• Use a personal opinion

• Look for statements that are directly mentioned in the text

• Guess what might be true based on the title

• Read between the lines and look for clues in the text

What does “central idea” mean in an informational text?

• The main point or argument the author is trying to make

• A detailed description of the setting

• A list of facts and statistics

• The conclusion or moral of the story

What is the most important factor in determining whether an argument is strong?

• The number of examples used

• Whether the argument is emotional or personal

• The quality and relevance of the evidence used to support it

• How long the argument is

What does the word “analyze” mean in the context of reading?

• To read quickly without stopping

• To summarize the text

• To break down the text into parts and examine each one carefully

• To memorize the details of the text