Reading Comprehension Flashcards
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A TACHS passage describes events in the order they happened. This structure is called:
Answer: Chronological
Chronological structure presents events in time order, often using signal words like 'first,' 'then,' and 'finally.'
When a TACHS passage uses the phrase 'for example,' the author is most likely about to provide:
Answer: A supporting detail or illustration
'For example' is a signal phrase that introduces a specific instance to support a general statement.
Which question type asks you to identify what would happen next in a TACHS reading passage?
Answer: Prediction
Prediction questions ask you to use story clues and patterns to determine what logically follows the passage.
The TACHS Reading section primarily tests a student's ability to:
Answer: Understand and interpret written passages
The TACHS Reading section assesses comprehension, vocabulary, and the ability to interpret information from texts.
A passage says: 'Despite the storm, Maria arrived on time.' The word 'despite' signals:
Answer: A contrast or unexpected result
'Despite' signals a contrast, showing that the result (arriving on time) happened even though you would not expect it given the storm.
When answering a TACHS question about an author's purpose, which option is most commonly correct for a passage in a textbook?
Answer: To inform readers about a topic
Textbook passages are typically written to inform—to explain facts, concepts, or processes to the reader.