5 Integrated Reading Practice Free Online FlashCards

What should you do first when reading an unfamiliar passage?

Identify the topic and main idea before focusing on details.

How can you infer an unfamiliar word’s meaning?

Reread the sentence, look for nearby clues, and test a possible meaning in context. A dictionary definition may not fit every use.

What does “canopy” mean in the street-tree passage?

A canopy is a leafy covering formed by trees’ branches and leaves. In the passage, it blocks some sunlight from reaching pavement and buildings.

How is the street-tree passage mainly organized?

It mainly uses cause and effect: tree shade blocks sunlight, which can reduce nearby heat. It also notes that trees need time and care.

Does the street-tree passage present planting as a complete solution to heat?

No. The author says planting trees is “not an instant fix” and calls it “a useful part” of managing heat.

How do an author’s purpose and point of view differ?

Purpose is what the author is trying to do, such as explain or persuade. Point of view is the perspective or position from which the author presents the subject.

What is the author’s purpose in the seed-shelf passage?

The author aims to persuade readers to support a seed-sharing shelf. The author recommends starting one, addresses a concern, and gives reasons for supporting it.

What does “viable” mean in the seed-shelf passage?

“Viable” means able to grow or sprout. The passage notes that seeds need proper storage and that not every seed will sprout.

Why shouldn’t you identify a passage’s structure from one clue word alone?

Use the whole passage to decide how ideas are organized. Texts can combine structures, so one clue word may not be enough.

What should you use to support a reading conclusion?

Support each conclusion with a phrase, detail, or organizational feature from the passage.

What does “mitigate” mean in the street-tree passage?

“Mitigate” means lessen or reduce. The trees block sunlight, making nearby heat less intense.

What does “allocate” mean in the street-tree passage?

“Allocate” means set aside or assign resources. City planners must devote money and workers to planting and caring for trees.