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Types of reading comprehension questions and tests
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Most reading comprehension tests will use several different kinds of questions. Being able to identify the type of question will help you figure out the answer.
Many standardized tests for reading use the cloze method. This method gives an essay, article, or paragraph, then students have to fill in the correct word based on the content of the writing piece. Usually students are given four choices. One choice is the best...
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There are six kinds of reading questions: Comprehension Detail Questions Following Directions Questions Main Idea Questions Inference Sequence Below are patterns for each, including a description, the typical phrases or language we see in text or on tests, and strategies to help identify the kind...
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