ISEE Middle Level Reading Comprehension

This subject focuses on developing reading comprehension skills necessary for success on the ISEE Middle Level exam.

Understanding Main IdeasRecognizing Supporting DetailsMaking Inferences
Analyzing Author’s Purpose and ToneUnderstanding Vocabulary in ContextDistinguishing Fact from Opinion
Applying Reading Skills to Everyday LifeUsing Comprehension Strategies for Group ProjectsSolving Problems with Critical Reading
Previewing and SkimmingEliminating Wrong Answers
Understanding Main I...Recognizing Supporti...Making InferencesAnalyzing Author’s P...Understanding Vocabu...Distinguishing Fact ...Applying Reading Ski...Using Comprehension ...Solving Problems wit...Previewing and Skimm...Eliminating Wrong An...
Study Strategies

Eliminating Wrong Answers

Narrow Down Your Choices

On multiple-choice questions, there are usually a couple of answers that just don’t make sense. Cross them out! Eliminating wrong answers makes it easier to spot the right one—even if you’re not sure at first.

  • Look for answers that are too extreme or not mentioned.
  • Cross off answers that don’t match the main idea.
  • If you can’t find the answer right away, eliminate as many as possible first.

This strategy boosts your odds and can help you stay calm during the test.

Examples

  • Eliminating two answers that use words not found in the passage.

  • Crossing off an answer that gives an opinion when the question asks for a fact.