Reading Comprehension

Question 1

Restatement

Answer 1

The author restates the unknown word in a sentence using more familiar words

Question 2

Examples

Answer 2

The author gives examples that more clearly help the reader understand the meaning of the unknown word

Question 3

Explanation

Answer 3

The author gives more information about the unknown word, which better explains the meaning of the word

Question 4

Word structure

Answer 4

Sometimes simply knowing the meanings of basic prefixes, suffixes, and root words can help the reader make an educated guess about an unknown word

Question 5

Connotation

Answer 5

Refers to the emotions or feelings that the reader attaches to words

Question 6

Tone

Answer 6

Refers to the feelings or attitude that author has about the topic

Question 7

Assumption

Answer 7

A set of beliefs that the writer has about the subject

Question 8

Inference

Answer 8

An educated guess or conclusion drawn by the reader based on the available facts and information