Year 11 ICAS English 5-Question Sample

Question 1 of 5 Vocabulary

When judging the writer's tone, what does "limitation" most nearly mean?

A an extra detail that does not affect the conclusion B something that makes evidence less complete C a reason that makes the evidence certain D a step that replaces the need for more checking

Question 2 of 5 Vocabulary

From the sentence before the quote, the phrase "not enough to pretend the whole problem is solved" suggests that the speaker wants to avoid

A overstating what the evidence proves B checking the evidence carefully C using the result for a next step D reading the document again

Question 3 of 5 Structure

From the detail that changes the meaning, what is the main purpose of "Train Platform Mural"?

A to describe the document without explaining why it matters B to present the evidence as a complete final answer C to retell events without connecting them to a decision D to explain evidence from the train platform mural

Question 4 of 5 Structure

When checking the evidence, which sentence best summarises the text?

A Leah refuses to use evidence after reading the document. B A document is mentioned, but it has no effect on anyone. C Leah learns that evidence can help a decision but should not be stretched too far. D The text describes a simple event with no judgement.

Question 5 of 5 Comprehension

After reading the full text, which idea is best supported by the text?

A A single document always gives a complete answer. B Careful readers should use evidence without exaggerating it. C Evidence should be ignored if it has a limitation. D The class already knows every answer before reading.

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