Reading Practice Question
Question
A learner is comparing two similar concepts for the TOEFL iBT involving factual detail in Reading. Which statement is most accurate for exam purposes? (Item 201)
Answer choices
- A. The best answer is to select the response that best supports accurate academic comprehension, integration, and clear English expression for the factual detail scenario.
- B. Apply a rule from a different domain even though the exam objective is different.
- C. Choose the option that sounds familiar even if it does not fit the scenario.
- D. Use the most complex option even when a simpler compliant action directly solves the problem.
Correct Answer
A. The best answer is to select the response that best supports accurate academic comprehension, integration, and clear English expression for the factual detail scenario.
Explanation
The correct answer is A because factual detail is tested by asking candidates to select the response that best supports accurate academic comprehension, integration, and clear English expression. The distractors reflect common exam mistakes: ignoring context, using informal shortcuts, skipping verification, or applying a rule from the wrong domain.
Question details
- Difficulty: easy
- Domain: Reading
- Objective: factual detail