How is narrative coherence evaluated in reading tasks within the MoCA?

Narrative coherence is primarily evaluated by examining the logical flow and connection between events within a narrative. This means that for a narrative to be coherent, the sequence of events must be arranged in a way that makes sense and allows the reader to follow the storyline without confusion. Coherence ensures that each part of the narrative builds on the previous parts and contributes to an overall understanding of the events and themes.

Elements like character development, sensory details, and length of response can enhance a narrative but are not the primary measures of coherence. Sensory details, for instance, can enrich the narrative but do not directly determine if the events are logically structured. Similarly, simply counting the number of characters does not provide insight into how well the events connect or flow from one to another. Evaluating coherence focuses more on the relationships between ideas and events rather than on specific aspects of storytelling such as detail or character count.