ISEE Lower Level Reading Comprehension

Learn how to understand, analyze, and answer questions about reading passages for the ISEE Lower Level exam.

Finding the Main IdeaUnderstanding DetailsFiguring Out Vocabulary in Context
Making InferencesUnderstanding Author’s PurposeComparing and Contrasting Information
Applying Reading Comprehension to Everyday LifeUsing Context Clues in Daily ConversationsRecognizing Main Ideas in Media
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Finding the Main Ide...Understanding Detail...Figuring Out Vocabul...Making InferencesUnderstanding Author...Comparing and Contra...Applying Reading Com...Using Context Clues ...Recognizing Main Ide...Read the Questions F...Eliminate Wrong Answ...Check Your Answers
Study Strategies

Eliminate Wrong Answers

Narrow Down Your Choices

Don't just look for the right answer—cross out the ones that are definitely wrong. This makes it easier to choose the best answer, especially if you're unsure.

How to Eliminate

  • Look for answers that don’t match the passage.
  • Watch out for answers that are too extreme or not mentioned at all.

Why This Helps

By removing incorrect choices, you improve your odds of picking the correct one!

Examples

  • Crossing out two answers that don't match what the passage says, leaving only two to choose from.

  • Ruling out answers with words like 'always' or 'never' if the passage doesn’t mention those extremes.

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