TSI Reading Practice

Using Passage 2:
The main point from the author's view is that

• Man's destiny is not fully clear or visible.

• Man's soul and spirit are immortal.

• Man's safety is assured by the delicate balance of power in terms of nuclear weapons

• Human society will survive despite the serious threat of total annihilation.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What is the main idea of the passage?

• The importance of education in modern society.

• The impact of technology on communication.

• The significance of cultural heritage.

• The challenges of urbanization.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which word best describes the author's tone in the passage?

• Optimistic

• Pessimistic

• Neutral

• Sarcastic

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What can be inferred about the author's perspective on technology?

• The author believes technology is beneficial.

• The author is skeptical about technology.

• The author is indifferent to technology.

• The author is enthusiastic about technology.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

Which of the following best summarizes the second paragraph?

• A description of a historical event.

• An analysis of a scientific theory.

• A critique of a political system.

• A discussion of a social issue.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the primary purpose of the passage?

• To inform

• To entertain

• To persuade

• To criticize

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

Which literary device is predominantly used in the passage?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Alliteration

• Personification

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the author's attitude towards the subject matter?

• Supportive

• Critical

• Indifferent

• Curious

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

Which sentence from the passage supports the main idea?

• Sentence 1

• Sentence 2

• Sentence 3

• Sentence 4

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the effect of the author's use of imagery in the passage?

• It creates a vivid picture.

• It confuses the reader.

• It simplifies the concept.

• It adds humor.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3