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Standard 2.0 Comprehension of Informational Text

Indicator 6. Read critically to evaluate informational text

Objective e. Identify and explain information not included in the text

Assessment limit: Information that would enhance or clarify the reader's understanding of the main idea of the text or a portion of the text

Selected Response Item

Read the story 'Mischief in the White House' and answer the following question.

Which question is not answered in the article?

  1. Did Tad's parents ever get angry with him?
  2. How did Tad spend his free time?
  3. Where in the White House did Tad play?
  4. What games did Tad and his father play together?
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Correct Answer:
A

Resources for Objective 2.A.6.e:
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