ISEE Upper Level: Reading Comprehension

ISEE Upper Level

Understanding Passage TypesMain Idea and Supporting DetailsInference and Drawing Conclusions
Author’s Purpose and ToneVocabulary in ContextAnalyzing Structure and Organization
Applying Comprehension in SchoolComprehension Beyond the ClassroomPreparing for Group Discussions
Active Reading TechniquesTime Management on Test DayElimination and Guessing Strategies
Understanding Passag...Main Idea and Suppor...Inference and Drawin...Author’s Purpose and...Vocabulary in Contex...Analyzing Structure ...Applying Comprehensi...Comprehension Beyond...Preparing for Group ...Active Reading Techn...Time Management on T...Elimination and Gues...
Practical Applications

Comprehension Beyond the Classroom

Using Reading Skills in Everyday Life

Reading comprehension is not just for school—it's for life! From reading instructions to understanding news articles, these skills can help you make informed decisions and stay curious about the world.

Everyday Uses

  • Reading and understanding directions for a new game.
  • Figuring out the main point of a news story.
  • Interpreting reviews before buying something online.

Practical Benefits

When you practice reading for understanding, you become a more confident and independent learner wherever you go!

Examples

  • Following a recipe by understanding each step clearly.

  • Reading a news article and summarizing the main event.

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Preparing for Group Discussions