Paired Passages

True or False?

There will be a paired passage on the Reading Benchmark.

• A. True

• B. False

True or False?

Paired passages have no similarities or connections.

• A. True

• B. False

What conclusion can the reader make based on BOTH of the wolf texts?

• People can relate to the character and emotions of wolves

• It is important to save the wolves

• People can become friends with wolves

• It is common to find wolves in secret places

Compare

• what the text is mostly about 

• how information is shared

• to examine two or more texts in order to see how they are similar.

• the author’s reason for writing a text

Use BOTH passages to answer the following question: 
According to the poem and article, the wind is - 

• a playful part of nature

• a peaceful movement of air

• a powerful force

• a gentle breeze

What is the primary purpose of paired passages in reading comprehension?

• To compare and contrast two texts

• To summarize a single text

• To analyze the grammar of a text

• To identify the main idea of a text

Which of the following is a common feature of paired passages?

• They always have the same author

• They cover unrelated topics

• They provide different perspectives on a similar theme

• They are always written in the same genre

In paired passages, what is a key strategy for understanding the texts?

• Focusing on the vocabulary used

• Ignoring the second passage

• Identifying the similarities and differences

• Reading only the first passage

How do paired passages enhance critical thinking skills?

• By providing a single viewpoint

• By encouraging memorization

• By presenting multiple perspectives

• By focusing on grammar rules

What type of questions are typically asked about paired passages?

• Questions about the author's biography

• Questions comparing themes or arguments

• Questions about unrelated topics

• Questions focusing on punctuation