The Importance of Independent Reading
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English
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7th Grade
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Claudia Hernandez
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1.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What are at least two benefits of reading?
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2.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
According to the chart, how many new words does a student read per year if they read for 20 minutes daily?
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3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Based on the information in the passage, what is the most likely reason students who read more have stronger critical thinking skills?
They memorize more facts from books.
They encounter different perspectives and must analyze them.
They only read books that challenge their beliefs.
They avoid distractions while reading.
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4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What can the reader infer about students who read less than one minute per day?
They are more likely to struggle with understanding difficult texts.
They will still learn as many new words as students who read 20 minutes.
They prefer listening to audiobooks instead of reading.
They perform better on standardized tests than students who read more.
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5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why might the author have included the chart in the passage?
To show that reading is only important for students in higher grades.
To compare different genres of books and their effects.
To visually emphasize the impact of daily reading time on academic performance.
To suggest that students should only read for 20 minutes per day and no more.
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6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Based on the passage, why is independent reading considered an important habit?
It guarantees high test scores and academic success.
It encourages lifelong learning and stronger comprehension skills.
It replaces the need to study for standardized tests.
It ensures students only read for fun, not for school.
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OPEN ENDED QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Read the article “The Importance of Independent Reading.” Based on the information in the article, write a response to the following: Explain some ways students benefit from independent reading. Write a well-organized informational composition that uses specific evidence from the article to support your answer.
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