PASSAGE READING

What is the main idea of the passage?

• Understanding the topic, main ideas, and supporting details is crucial for reading comprehension.

• Reading comprehension is only about identifying main ideas.

• Summarizing is the same as paraphrasing.

• Graphic organizers are the only tools for visual learners.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a component of reading comprehension?

• Critical thinking

• Logical inference

• Memorization

• Drawing conclusions

What role do graphic organizers play in reading comprehension according to the passage?

• They help visual learners understand the relationship between the main idea and supporting details.

• They are the only method to teach reading comprehension.

• They replace the need for practice exercises.

• They are used to memorize passages.

According to the passage, what is the difference between summarizing and paraphrasing?

• Summarizing involves condensing main ideas and details, while paraphrasing involves rewriting in one's own words.

• Summarizing is rewriting the text in one's own words, while paraphrasing is condensing the main ideas.

• There is no difference between summarizing and paraphrasing.

• Paraphrasing is more concise than summarizing.

Why is reading comprehension instruction important in early education, as mentioned in the passage?

• It helps students learn to analyze and understand texts.

• It is only important for verbal reasoning skills.

• It focuses solely on memorization.

• It is not necessary until higher education.