HSPT Reading

A comprehensive guide to understanding and mastering the HSPT Reading section, focusing on comprehension, vocabulary, and analytical skills.

Understanding Reading ComprehensionVocabulary in ContextIdentifying Author’s Purpose and Tone
Making Inferences and Drawing ConclusionsAnalyzing Passage StructureEvaluating Arguments and Evidence
Reading for School and HomeworkUnderstanding Instructions and DirectionsCritical Reading in Everyday Media
Skimming and Scanning TechniquesProcess of Elimination
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Advanced Topics

Evaluating Arguments and Evidence

Judging What You Read

Sometimes, passages present arguments or opinions. You need to decide if the reasons given are strong and if the evidence really supports the claims.

How to Evaluate

  • Identify the claim or argument.
  • Find the supporting evidence.
  • Decide if the evidence is convincing and relevant.

Everyday Importance

This skill helps you spot strong arguments in debates, news articles, and advertisements.

Examples

  • A passage claims exercise is healthy and lists scientific studies to support it.

  • An advertisement promises amazing results but doesn’t give any facts, so the argument is weak.

In a Nutshell

Check if the author’s argument makes sense and is backed up by good evidence.

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