Reading comprehension: logical function, tone, and organization

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Determine the logical function of a sentence, phrase, example, or paragraph, such as presenting evidence, stating a conclusion, qualifying a claim, or introducing an objection.
Interpret the author’s tone or attitude toward an idea, theory, group, or finding by using diction, contrast markers, and degrees of certainty.

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Identify how contrast, concession, continuation, and cause-effect signals shape the meaning of a passage.

Distinguish the author’s position from positions attributed to others, including viewpoints described neutrally, skeptically, or approvingly.

Evaluate answer choices for role, tone, and organization questions by matching them to the passage’s precise rhetorical function and verbal signals.

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