1. Which best expresses the main idea of the second paragraph?
a. Reading is exciting.
c. Age affects the body in many way
b. Reading strengthens your mind.
d. Working out keeps your body in shape.
C.
a.
2. Why does the author think that you should read books that are boring?
a. You will eventually grow to love them if you read them enough.
b. You will get better grades in reading class.
c. You will make your teacher very happy.
d. You will learn new words.
3. Which best expresses the main idea of the third paragraph?
a. Reading can benefit you.
b. You can learn to program video games or design clothing by reading.
You can learn amazing things and become a better person by reading.
d. Knowledge is power.
4. Which is not a reason given by the author why students fail to complete reading
assignments?
Students may be bored.
c. Students may be unwilling to focus.
b. Students may be distracted.
d. Students may be tired.
5. Which best expresses the author's main purpose in writing this text?
a. He is trying to persuade students to do their reading work.
b. He is teaching people how to become better readers.
He is explaining why people don't do their reading work.
d. He is entertaining readers with facts about the mind and body.
Which best describes the author's tone in the first three sentences?
b. sarcastic
a. surprised
c. informative d. irate
7. Which of the following is NOT one of the author's main points?
a. Reading broadens your perspective and makes you a better person.
b. Reading is a relaxing activity with positive mental side effects.
c. Reading helps you perform on tests and get into selective schools.
d. Reading keeps your mind in shape and prevents losses due to age.​