Reading Comprehension in Nonfiction

Question 1

What would best clarify the main idea of the passage?

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a clear introductory sentence that states the main idea

Question 2

What could be another title for this passage? Select the best answer.

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History of Salt

Question 3

Choose the best interpretation of the saying, "She is not worth her salt."

Revolt · Accepted Answer

She did not work hard enough to earn her wages.

Question 4

Which of the following are reasons why salt can be good for your health and hygiene? Select three options.

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It can be used to preserve food.; Salt can be used on wounds to protect against infection.; Salt is sometimes used as a mouthwash.

Question 5

From what word did we get the word salary?

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salarium

Question 6

Salt was once used as _____.

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money

Question 7

The ancient Hebrews rubbed _____.

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their newborn babies with salt

Question 8

Salt that makes your food taste better is _____.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

a mineral

Question 9

Unsavory means _____.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

tasteless

Question 10

The main idea of this story is that _____.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

salt has many uses

Reading Comprehension in Nonfiction Answers