Which statement best describes the two broad text types addressed in the Reading portion of the RPT SOL?

• A. Literary Texts and Informational Texts
• B. Language/Writing Conventions
• C. Graphical Literacy
• D. Reading Fluency

Answer: (A)

Two broad text types addressed in Reading are literary texts and informational texts. Literary texts include fiction and poetry—stories, plays, and poems that convey meaning through characters, settings, plots, and sometimes figurative language. Informational texts present real information—explanations, arguments, or factual reporting—often organized with headings and features like graphs to help identify the main idea and supporting details. This distinction matters because the strategies you use differ: for literary texts you consider themes, character motivations, and literary devices; for informational texts you focus on main ideas, details, and text structure. The other options describe skills related to grammar and mechanics, interpreting visuals, or reading speed and expression, which aren’t the two broad text types themselves.