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Reading Comprehension

Grade 4 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-1799X27-M7HV

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1.The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?
2.The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?
3.The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?
4.Although the desert is dry, many organisms conserve water. What contrast is emphasized?
5.Wetlands absorb floodwater like a sponge. What does the simile explain?
6.Mangroves reduce coastal erosion while sheltering young fish. State one benefit.
7.Two accounts disagree about the same event. What should a reader do next?
8.Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?
9.The author repeats the phrase at each section's end. What effect can repetition create?
10.The town added bike lanes; afterward, more students cycled to school. What is the likely relationship?

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  1. The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?It provides evidence
  2. The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?Failure can guide improvement
  3. The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?Residents raised concerns
  4. Although the desert is dry, many organisms conserve water. What contrast is emphasized?Dry conditions and survival adaptations
  5. Wetlands absorb floodwater like a sponge. What does the simile explain?How wetlands hold water
  6. Mangroves reduce coastal erosion while sheltering young fish. State one benefit.They reduce erosion or shelter fish
  7. Two accounts disagree about the same event. What should a reader do next?Compare evidence and sources
  8. Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?Upfront cost for later savings
  9. The author repeats the phrase at each section's end. What effect can repetition create?Emphasis or rhythm
  10. The town added bike lanes; afterward, more students cycled to school. What is the likely relationship?Bike lanes encouraged cycling

Worked example

Read once for meaning, then reread to locate evidence.

Common mistake

Answering from memory instead of using the text.

Helpful hint

Underline the words that support your answer.