ParaPro Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary 4 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A student reads: 'The scientist's hypothesis was corroborated by three independent studies.' What does 'corroborated' mean?
- Disproved by evidence
- Supported or confirmed (Correct answer)
- Questioned by peers
- Ignored by researchers
Correct answer: Supported or confirmed
Corroborated means supported or confirmed, especially by additional evidence.
Question 2: Which text structure is used when an author describes a problem and then offers solutions?
- Chronological order
- Compare and contrast
- Problem and solution (Correct answer)
- Cause and effect
Correct answer: Problem and solution
Problem and solution structure presents an issue and then discusses ways to resolve it.
Question 3: A passage states: 'Unlike her reserved sister, Mia was gregarious at every social event.' What does 'gregarious' mean?
- Shy and quiet
- Sociable and outgoing (Correct answer)
- Anxious and nervous
- Rude and impolite
Correct answer: Sociable and outgoing
Gregarious means fond of company and sociable, contrasted here with 'reserved.'
Question 4: A student struggles to understand a dense paragraph. The best paraprofessional strategy is to:
- Skip the paragraph and move on
- Read the paragraph aloud faster
- Help the student identify the main idea and key details (Correct answer)
- Tell the student the paragraph is too hard
Correct answer: Help the student identify the main idea and key details
Breaking down a paragraph by identifying the main idea and supporting details is an effective comprehension strategy.
Question 5: What is an inference?
- A direct quote from a text
- A conclusion drawn using evidence and reasoning beyond what is stated (Correct answer)
- A word defined in a glossary
- A heading that introduces a new section
Correct answer: A conclusion drawn using evidence and reasoning beyond what is stated
An inference is a logical conclusion drawn from clues in the text combined with prior knowledge.
Question 6: The word 'benevolent' in the sentence 'The benevolent donor gave generously to the shelter' most nearly means:
- Wealthy and powerful
- Well-meaning and kind (Correct answer)
- Secretive and cautious
- Reluctant and hesitant
Correct answer: Well-meaning and kind
Benevolent describes someone who is kind, charitable, and well-intentioned.
Question 7: A text includes headings, bold terms, and numbered lists. These are examples of:
- Figurative language
- Text features (Correct answer)
- Narrative elements
- Point of view markers
Correct answer: Text features
Headings, bold terms, and numbered lists are text features that help organize and highlight information.
ParaPro Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary 4
A student reads: 'The scientist's hypothesis was corroborated by three independent studies.' What does 'corroborated' mean?