Definition:

• This skill refers to the ability to accurately identify clear and specific facts presented in the text. “Explicit” means that the information is directly stated without the need for interpretation or inference.

Details:

• Literal Comprehension: In True/False/Not Given questions, some statements will directly reflect information from the text. Candidates must be able to pinpoint these facts and match them to the provided statements.
• Key Indicators: Words like “is,” “has,” “states,” or specific data (e.g., dates, numbers, names) often signal explicit information. These details can easily be found in the text and are unambiguous.

Example:

• If the text says, “The main character is 12 years old,” and the statement says, “The main character is 12 years old,” the answer would be True because the information is explicitly given.