9th Grade Reading Comprehension Pretest

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What does 'admirable' mean?

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Deserving respect or approval; commendable.

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What is the meaning of 'determined'?

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Having made a firm decision and not letting anything stop you from doing it.

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Define 'thriving'.

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Growing or developing well or vigorously; prosperous.

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What does it mean to be 'talented'?

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Having a natural aptitude or skill for something.

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What is 'production' in the context of agriculture?

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The process of growing crops or raising animals for food, fiber, and other products.

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What is the significance of context clues in reading comprehension?

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Context clues are hints found within a sentence or paragraph that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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Define 'reading comprehension'.

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The ability to read text, process it, and understand its meaning.

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What is an 'Olympic champion'?

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An athlete who has won a gold medal in the Olympic Games.

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What does 'bustling' mean when describing a town?

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Full of energetic and noisy activity; lively.

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What is the role of a 'poet'?

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A person who composes poetry, expressing ideas and emotions through verse.