RL/RI 7.1

What does it mean to infer in reading comprehension?

• To make a guess without evidence.

• To make a logical conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements in the text.

• To summarize the main idea of the text.

• To read between the lines without any context.

What is a conflict in literature?

• A struggle between opposing forces in a story, driving the plot and creating tension.

• A character's internal thoughts and feelings that do not affect the plot.

• A description of the setting that provides background information.

• A resolution that concludes the story and ties up loose ends.

How can a reader identify the main idea of a passage?

• The main idea is usually found in the last sentence of the passage.

• The main idea can often be found in the topic sentence or can be inferred from the supporting details throughout the text.

• The main idea is always stated explicitly in the introduction.

• The main idea can be identified by reading only the first paragraph.

What is the significance of context clues in understanding a passage?

• They are irrelevant to understanding the text.

• They provide hints that help readers understand unfamiliar words or phrases.

• They are only useful for advanced readers.

• They distract readers from the main idea.

How can tone affect the reader's understanding of a text?

• Tone has no effect on understanding a text.

• Tone conveys the author's attitude toward the subject, influencing the reader's interpretation.

• Tone only affects the length of the text.

• Tone is irrelevant to the emotional impact of the text.

What is the purpose of a summary?

• To provide a detailed analysis of a text.

• To condense the main points of a text into a shorter form, capturing the essential information without unnecessary details.

• To critique the author's arguments and viewpoints.

• To replace the original text with a new interpretation.

What does it mean to analyze a text?

• To summarize the text's main ideas.

• To examine its components, such as structure, language, and themes, to understand its meaning and effects.

• To read the text quickly without paying attention to details.

• To memorize the text for later recitation.

What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

• A fact is a personal belief or judgment that is subjective.

• An opinion is a statement that can be proven true or false.

• A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is subjective.

• A fact and an opinion are the same thing.

What is a narrative perspective?

• A style of writing that focuses on dialogue

• The viewpoint from which a story is told, such as first-person, second-person, or third-person.

• A technique used to create suspense in a story

• The setting and time period in which a story takes place.

What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?

• Direct characterization describes a character's traits through their actions.

• Indirect characterization reveals traits through a character's actions, thoughts, and dialogue.

• Direct characterization is when a character's traits are revealed through other characters' opinions.

• Direct characterization explicitly describes a character's traits, while indirect characterization reveals traits through a character's actions, thoughts, and dialogue.