reading

Multiple Choice, Single Answer (Reading)

What is this task?
Choose ONE correct answer from options based on a passage.
Skill being practised
Reading comprehension.
What you see or hear
Passage + options.
What you do
Select the single best option.
Step-by-step approach
  1. Read passage.
  2. Read all options.
  3. Eliminate two obviously wrong.
  4. Choose between remaining two.
Timing
About 1.5 minutes.
Approach
Eliminate wrong options; look for paraphrase in the passage.
Common mistakes
  • • Choosing the first plausible answer.
Useful tips
  • • The correct answer is usually a paraphrase, not a direct quote.
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