Use previously learned strategies to comprehend informational texts (e.g., formulating questions before, during, and after reading; visualize, predict, identify the writer's purpose). 0701.8.1

Links verified on 6/4/2014

1. Inflation in Russia - read and answer questions [This expired link is available through the Wayback Machine Internet Archive. If the page doesn't load quickly click on Impatient? at the bottom right of the page.]
2. Looking for the Fine Print - students read advertisements to practice reading critically
3. Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure - Challenge your students by letting them practice using a reading comprehension test designed for prospective teachers. (This site recommends that you use a printed copy of the page) [This expired link is available through the Wayback Machine Internet Archive. If the page doesn't load quickly click on Impatient? at the bottom right of the page.]
4. Read a Contract - and answer questions [This expired link is available through the Wayback Machine Internet Archive. If the page doesn't load quickly click on Impatient? at the bottom right of the page.]
5. Reading for a Purpose - brief site addressing the purposes for reading. [This expired link is available through the Wayback Machine Internet Archive. If the page doesn't load quickly click on Impatient? at the bottom right of the page.]
6. Reading Comprehension - free reading comprehension worksheets for teachers and parents - includes original stories, poems, essays, and articles
7. Reading Comprehension stories - Interactive quizzes online for 5 stories - Each text is followed by a grammar exercise and summary writing exercise.
8. Reading Comprehension Quiz - ten-question multiple-choice quiz
9. Reading Exercises - Comprehension, Fill in and Sequencing

Released Tests

1. Alabama 2007: Grade Seven Reading - [62 page booklet] a mix of multiple-choice and essay response questions, answers are provided [This expired link is available through the Wayback Machine Internet Archive. If the page doesn't load quickly click on Impatient? at the bottom right of the page.]
2. FCAT 7th Grade Reading - 45 questions about 6 reading passages - Test book with answers [These expired links are available through the Wayback Machine Internet Archive. If the pages don't load quickly click on Impatient? at the bottom right of the page.]
3. Grade Seven English/Language Arts - The reading portion of this test comprises 32 of the 114 multiple-choice questions - the exam was released by California in 2008
4. MCT2 Grade Seven Language Arts [Reading and Writing] - [Mississippi: 2009] 80 questions || answer key || MCT2 for 2008 - 80 questions || answer key [These expired links are available through the Wayback Machine Internet Archive. If the pages don't load quickly click on Impatient? at the bottom right of the page.]
5. Seventh Grade Practice Reading Test - Two stories to read, eight questions to answer for each story. This online test could be printed.
6. Virginia SOL Grade 7 Reading Test - Spring 2008 - 45 questions with answers || Spring 2007 - 45 questions with answers
7. Seventh Grade Reading - Read the introduction and the passage that follows. Then read each question and mark the circle next to the correct answer. [this test released by Texas] [This expired link is available through the Wayback Machine Internet Archive. If the page doesn't load quickly click on Impatient? at the bottom right of the page.]