FS Functional Skills English; Level 1 & 2 Reading Comprehension bundle of 3, questions and answers

3 Reading comprehensions aimed at levels 1 - 2 featuring a variety of question types and styles in line with functional skills tests. Excellent as test revision and preparation. Easy to read, 1-page texts laid out with a range of text features. Written to persuade and to guide or advise. Editable for a variety of learners.

Reading comprehensions - on the subjects of mental health, minimalism and night shift workers
Questions - styles include; inference, retrieval, vocabulary, text type, explanations (vipers)
Question formats - filling in a table, circle the answer, match definitions, tick the answer, find evidence for etc
Full answers - where there are multiple possible answers, the range of answers are given as an example.
Organisational features - texts can be used for other exercises particularly for analysing features or discussing layout as they include sub-headings, bullet points, columns, pictures, paragraphs.

Suggested use:

• Lesson materials - independently complete by writing straight onto the sheets
• Test revision - expose the students to a variety of question formats
• Building competence - work in pairs or small groups as students build their confidence
• Formative assessment - practice tests to allow the tutor to track progress
• Writing lessons - analyse features of texts in preparation for own pieces.
• Expand vocabulary - although the texts are easy to read, there are a range of words to build vocabulary such as crucial, fluctuating, excessive.

Example question and answer 1;
According to the text, what could be the signs that we need help?
When the feelings of sadness, stress or anxiety persist or interfere in our daily lives.

Example question and answer 2;
What words or phrases show that the writer believes minimalism benefits work performance?
Increase productivity, better concentration, you can improve your focus and efficiency.

Included:
3 comprehensions, 1 page each
3 sets of questions, 2 pages each, 13 questions each (some 2 part questions)
3 sets of answers.

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