Which type of comprehension does 'right there' questions assess?

'Right there' questions assess literal comprehension, which involves understanding information that is explicitly stated in the text. This type of comprehension focuses on the ability to identify and recall specific details directly presented in the reading material. For instance, if a text mentions a character's name or a particular event, a 'right there' question would ask for that exact information, with the answer being directly traceable back to the text.

In contrast, inferential comprehension requires readers to make inferences or draw conclusions that are not directly stated but suggested by the text. Evaluative comprehension involves forming judgments and opinions about the text, assessing its value or quality, which goes beyond mere recall of information. Applied comprehension refers to using the knowledge gained from a text in practical or real-life situations. Therefore, 'right there' questions specifically gauge a reader's ability to understand and recall literal facts from the text.