Reading is multifaceted and can be defined in many different ways. Reading is contextual, in that the interpretation of the material read is influenced by the reader's personal experiences and background. Reading is multimodal and can be expressed through newspapers, blogs, text messaging, social media, advertising, and various forms of literary genres. The way the reader understands his text depends largely on the purpose of his reading. Do they read for entertainment, for information or to be convinced? The way in which the text was chosen also has a great influence on the reading. Was the text attributed or chosen by the reader himself? Reading is a method of learning. Readers can expand their vocabulary; discover historical figures, places from around the world, and human expressions and emotions. The multifaceted nature of this definition of reading must be measured across multiple sources. Assessments should also provide students with multiple opportunities to express their connections to the