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Read the following passage.
Mary seems to enjoy reading in her free time. Mary must be a good reader. She read 35 books in eighth grade. She will probably read more in ninth grade.
Which statement is a fact, not an opinion?

Evaluative Reading Comprehension—Inference--RIT 211 – 220
Read the paragraph.
Southeastern Idaho is covered with snow for four or five months each year. Even when it’s not snowing, the wind blows almost everyday and the temperatures often fall below freezing. People in Idaho have learned many ways to enjoy life despite the crazy weather. Just about everyone has warm mittens or gloves, a heavy coat, and toasty boots. We have many opportunities to ski, skate, or go sledding up in the foothills. Lots of homes have fireplaces and our closets are filled with warm blankets. All in all, we make the most of it.
This paragraph best explains:

Read the advertisement.
WANT TO BE PART OF THE IN CROWD?
Buy Our Newest Mixed CD: DANCE PARTY EXPLOSION. It Rocks!
Who is the most likely audience for this advertisement?

Read the advertisement.
You shouldn’t have to sweat to get a clean bathtub. With Fabulous Foaming Tub Cleaner, let our foam do the work. No scrubbing is necessary, just spray on and rinse off. Your relaxation is guaranteed!
What does the advertisement claim about their product?

Read the advertisement.
The holidays are approaching, so it’s time to visit “Wood, Wood, Wood!” in our location on Main Street. We have wooden furniture, wooden utensils, and wooden plates. We carry frames, doors, and curtain rods. If you like wood, you’ll like us! “Wood” you please stop by and give us a try?
Which of the following is not implied by the advertisement?

Interpretive Reading Comprehension—Drawing Conclusions--RIT 201 - 210
Read the passage and answer the question.
Mary and her mother wanted to bake a cake. They mixed eggs, flour, sugar, and baking powder in a bowl. Mary helped pour the cake mix into the pan. The preheated the oven.
What will Mary and her mother do next?

Read the passage and answer the question.
He was not the same. The plane passing by without rescuing him had changed him completely. He was not the same and would never be like he had been before. The old Brian was weak, now he was new, stronger and would not give up so he could survive.
How do you think Brian has changed?

Read the passage and answer the question.
Jan Brett, an author of many children’s books, uses many of the stories told to her by her Swedish grandmother. She illustrates her books with the cheerful colors and patterns often used in Northern European countries.
Based on this passage, which statement best describes Jan Brett?

Interpretive Reading Comprehension—Main Idea--RIT 201 - 210
Read the selection from Island of the Blue Dolphins and answer the question.
I do not remember much of this time, except that many suns rose and set. I though about what I was going to do now that I was alone. I did not leave the village. Not until I had eaten all of the abalones did I leave and then only to gather more. Yet, I do remember the day that I decided I would never live in the village again.Copyright Info: Not enough information. Island of the Blue Dolphins. (Teacher author: Bev
Holtom)
What is the main idea from this passage?

Interpretive Reading Comprehension—Prediction--RIT 201 - 210
Read the passage and answer the question.
Janet looked out her bedroom window and saw the beautiful, new, white snow covering the ground outside. She quickly got dressed and ran out the front door to make the first snowman of the season. “Don’t forget your gloves! Your fingers will freeze!” called her mother, as the door slammed. “Don’t need them! No time!” yelled Janet as she jumped into the snow. After about 5 minutes of working in the ice-cold snow with her bare hands to make the snowman, Janet
realized that her fingers were so cold they were starting to hurt.
What will Janet most likely do next?

Interpretive Reading Comprehension—Application Transfer--RIT 211 - 220
Directions for washing the dishes.
a. Dry the dishes off and put them away.
b. Put the dirty dishes in the water and scrub them clean.
c. Fill the sink with warm water and soap.
d. Rinse the dishes with clean water.
What is the correct order the sentences above?

Interpretive Reading Comprehension—Drawing Conclusions --RIT 211 - 220
Read the passage and answer the question.
Amy opened the door to the bathroom. “What is that dripping sound? Why is the carpet wet and squishy all around the bathtub? The rest of the carpet is dry. Oh no!”
What is the problem?

Read the passage and answer the question.
Scientist, Jack Futureman, sat is his laboratory working on his new discovery. “This will change the world! He thought to himself. “Where should I go first with my amazing new invention?” He could go back to the past and witness World War I or travel into the future to see what new technologies exist. The possibilities were endless!
What is Jack’s invention?

Interpretive Reading Comprehension—Main Idea--RIT 211 - 220
Read the passage and answer the question.
Leo the lion went the park one day. He sat on the bench and watched everyone playing on the toys. Then, he ate his lunch that he had brought along. Leo had peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.
Which title tells the main idea of this story?