Read the following passages and select the best answer.
Read the passage below and answer the questions.
"Throughout history, the invention of the printing press in 1440 by Johannes Gutenberg revolutionized the way information was shared. Before this invention, books were copied by hand, making them expensive and rare. The printing press allowed books to be produced quickly, making them more accessible to people of all social classes. As a result, literacy rates increased, and ideas spread more rapidly than ever before."
What is the central idea of the passage?
Which detail best supports the central idea?
What does the word ‘revolutionized’ most likely mean in the passage?
How does the author develop the idea that the printing press changed society?
Which statement from the passage best reflects a cause-and-effect relationship?
Which of the following is an example of a domain-specific word?
What is the connotation of the word "assertive" in the sentence below?
“The student was assertive when presenting her argument in the debate.”
What is the best strategy for determining the meaning of an unknown word in a passage?
Which word best completes the sentence?
The scientist recorded the data carefully because she wanted to ensure her results were ______________.
Read the excerpt below and answer the questions.
"Lena took a deep breath before stepping onto the stage. The spotlight shone brightly in her eyes, making it hard to see the audience. Her hands trembled slightly as she gripped the microphone, but she steadied herself, remembering all the rehearsals. As she started to sing, a wave of confidence washed over her, and the notes flowed effortlessly."
What can be inferred about Lena’s character?
What is the theme of this passage?
Which phrase from the passage best contributes to the tone?
What literary device is used in the phrase "a wave of confidence washed over her"?
How does the author show Lena's transformation?