Question
Which nonfiction genre teaches the reader a process?(1 point)
Responses
humor
humor
history
history
biography
biography
how-to
Responses
humor
humor
history
history
biography
biography
how-to
Answers
Answer
Use the paragraph to answer the question.
The platypus is an Australian mammal that is not easily classified. It is one of only two mammals (the other being the echidna) that bears young by laying eggs. In some respects, the platypus resembles a duck; both have webbed feet and bills. The platypus has a tail like a beaver’s and a furry body similar to an otter’s. Its unusual hybrid of body parts makes it well-suited for its largely aquatic life. The platypus uses its webbed feet to paddle through water, and its tail serves as a kind of rudder for steering. While underwater, the platypus uses its bill to scoop up bits of food, such as insects and shellfish, from the water’s bottom. The platypus also scoops up bits of gravel, which grind up the food, as the platypus is toothless. The platypus stores the food and gravel in its cheeks until it reaches the water’s surface. Once the platypus surfaces, it consumes its meal.
Which sentence describes the main idea?
(1 point)
Responses
The platypus is a mammal with many characteristics that make it unique.
The platypus is a mammal with many characteristics that make it unique.
The platypus lives in Australia.
The platypus lives in Australia.
The platypus uses an interesting method to consume its meals.
The platypus uses an interesting method to consume its meals.
The platypus has features similar to an otter and a beaver.
The platypus is an Australian mammal that is not easily classified. It is one of only two mammals (the other being the echidna) that bears young by laying eggs. In some respects, the platypus resembles a duck; both have webbed feet and bills. The platypus has a tail like a beaver’s and a furry body similar to an otter’s. Its unusual hybrid of body parts makes it well-suited for its largely aquatic life. The platypus uses its webbed feet to paddle through water, and its tail serves as a kind of rudder for steering. While underwater, the platypus uses its bill to scoop up bits of food, such as insects and shellfish, from the water’s bottom. The platypus also scoops up bits of gravel, which grind up the food, as the platypus is toothless. The platypus stores the food and gravel in its cheeks until it reaches the water’s surface. Once the platypus surfaces, it consumes its meal.
Which sentence describes the main idea?
(1 point)
Responses
The platypus is a mammal with many characteristics that make it unique.
The platypus is a mammal with many characteristics that make it unique.
The platypus lives in Australia.
The platypus lives in Australia.
The platypus uses an interesting method to consume its meals.
The platypus uses an interesting method to consume its meals.
The platypus has features similar to an otter and a beaver.
Answer
Use the sentences to answer the question.
Many people believe a European named Johannes Gutenberg invented the printing press. However, Gutenberg’s press was actually building on inventions that appeared centuries earlier in China.
Which statement explains how the author makes a connection between the ideas in these sentences?
(1 point)
Responses
The phrase "was actually" is used to show a problem solution relationship between the ideas.
The phrase "was actually" is used to show a problem solution relationship between the ideas.
The word "however" is used to show a cause and effect relationship between the ideas.
The word "however" is used to show a cause and effect relationship between the ideas.
The word "however" is used to highlight a difference between the ideas.
The word "however" is used to highlight a difference between the ideas.
The phrase "was actually" is used to illustrate a similarity between the ideas.
Many people believe a European named Johannes Gutenberg invented the printing press. However, Gutenberg’s press was actually building on inventions that appeared centuries earlier in China.
Which statement explains how the author makes a connection between the ideas in these sentences?
(1 point)
Responses
The phrase "was actually" is used to show a problem solution relationship between the ideas.
The phrase "was actually" is used to show a problem solution relationship between the ideas.
The word "however" is used to show a cause and effect relationship between the ideas.
The word "however" is used to show a cause and effect relationship between the ideas.
The word "however" is used to highlight a difference between the ideas.
The word "however" is used to highlight a difference between the ideas.
The phrase "was actually" is used to illustrate a similarity between the ideas.
Answer
Use the sentence to answer the question.
Like real coral reefs, artificial reefs create homes for marine life.
Which connection is made between the ideas in this sentence?
(1 point)
Responses
cause and effect
cause and effect
contrast
contrast
comparison
comparison
order of importance
Like real coral reefs, artificial reefs create homes for marine life.
Which connection is made between the ideas in this sentence?
(1 point)
Responses
cause and effect
cause and effect
contrast
contrast
comparison
comparison
order of importance
Answer
Use the paragraph to answer the question.
All around the world, millions of people watch hundreds of new movies each year. Most people are aware that these movies have actors and actresses, directors, stunt doubles, and camera operators. But have you ever wondered how the crack of a bat in a baseball scene sounds so authentic even though the camera must be dozens of feet away?
Which word means the same as authentic as it is used in the paragraph?
(1 point)
Responses
real
real
boring
boring
distant
distant
fast
All around the world, millions of people watch hundreds of new movies each year. Most people are aware that these movies have actors and actresses, directors, stunt doubles, and camera operators. But have you ever wondered how the crack of a bat in a baseball scene sounds so authentic even though the camera must be dozens of feet away?
Which word means the same as authentic as it is used in the paragraph?
(1 point)
Responses
real
real
boring
boring
distant
distant
fast
Answer
Use the paragraph to answer the question.
You may not think earthquakes and volcanoes can go together, but they are unlikely friends, creating sensations under the earth’s surface. Most earthquakes occur because of the movement of tectonic plates previously described. Sometimes earthquakes happen below a volcano. This happens because magma, which is hot molten rock beneath the earth’s surface, pushes on rock until it breaks the rock and seeps into it. Then, the magma builds more pressure until it leaks more magma into the crack. Little earthquakes happen each time the rock breaks and lets in more magma. These little earthquakes are too small to feel. They are called harmonic tremors, perhaps because of their constant release of energy, like one long song played underground.
What does the analogy "they are called harmonic tremors, perhaps because of their constant release of energy, like one long song played underground" from the paragraph mean?
(1 point)
Responses
Much like background music, little earthquakes tremor underground without much notice.
Much like background music, little earthquakes tremor underground without much notice.
When little earthquakes occur, they make sounds similar to music.
When little earthquakes occur, they make sounds similar to music.
The same amount of energy is released by music and small earthquakes.
The same amount of energy is released by music and small earthquakes.
The tremors from small earthquakes follow unpredictable patterns, unlike musical meter.
You may not think earthquakes and volcanoes can go together, but they are unlikely friends, creating sensations under the earth’s surface. Most earthquakes occur because of the movement of tectonic plates previously described. Sometimes earthquakes happen below a volcano. This happens because magma, which is hot molten rock beneath the earth’s surface, pushes on rock until it breaks the rock and seeps into it. Then, the magma builds more pressure until it leaks more magma into the crack. Little earthquakes happen each time the rock breaks and lets in more magma. These little earthquakes are too small to feel. They are called harmonic tremors, perhaps because of their constant release of energy, like one long song played underground.
What does the analogy "they are called harmonic tremors, perhaps because of their constant release of energy, like one long song played underground" from the paragraph mean?
(1 point)
Responses
Much like background music, little earthquakes tremor underground without much notice.
Much like background music, little earthquakes tremor underground without much notice.
When little earthquakes occur, they make sounds similar to music.
When little earthquakes occur, they make sounds similar to music.
The same amount of energy is released by music and small earthquakes.
The same amount of energy is released by music and small earthquakes.
The tremors from small earthquakes follow unpredictable patterns, unlike musical meter.
Answer
Why would a student include an allusion to Albert Einstein, an accomplished scientist with a famously bad memory, in a paper about how people learn?(1 point)
Responses
to show how remembering something is not as important as understanding it
to show how remembering something is not as important as understanding it
to show that memorization is important when learning something new
to show that memorization is important when learning something new
to show how famous people are remembered
to show how famous people are remembered
to show that memorization is important to everyone
Responses
to show how remembering something is not as important as understanding it
to show how remembering something is not as important as understanding it
to show that memorization is important when learning something new
to show that memorization is important when learning something new
to show how famous people are remembered
to show how famous people are remembered
to show that memorization is important to everyone
Answer
Reading Informational Text Unit Test
8 of 158 of 15 Items
Question
Use the paragraph to answer the question.
In the world of internet marketing, content is king. Companies compete for consumer attention like a crowd of fans clustered around a rock star’s tour bus hoping for autographs. Great content sets a company apart from its rivals, improves search rankings, and ultimately drives sales. Companies educate, engage, and entertain potential customers with memes, videos, quizzes, and articles. As customers consume the content, they become more attached to the company and more likely to make purchases.
What does the analogy in the passage compare companies to?
(1 point)
Responses
rock stars
rock stars
kings
kings
fans
fans
purchases
Answer
Use this paragraph to answer the question.
In 1912, Wilbur Scoville developed a scale for measuring the spiciness of peppers. The Scoville scale is still referenced today on many brands of hot sauce so that consumers will understand how much "heat" to expect from the product. This scale provides important information for those people who don't enjoy intensely spicy things. For example, a habanero chili is about 40 times hotter than a jalapeno pepper!
Which inference can be made from the text?
(1 point)
Responses
Peppers are enjoyed by everyone.
Peppers are enjoyed by everyone.
Wilbur Scoville enjoyed spicy foods.
Wilbur Scoville enjoyed spicy foods.
The Scoville scale is outdated.
The Scoville scale is outdated.
Spice refers to heat instead of flavor.
In 1912, Wilbur Scoville developed a scale for measuring the spiciness of peppers. The Scoville scale is still referenced today on many brands of hot sauce so that consumers will understand how much "heat" to expect from the product. This scale provides important information for those people who don't enjoy intensely spicy things. For example, a habanero chili is about 40 times hotter than a jalapeno pepper!
Which inference can be made from the text?
(1 point)
Responses
Peppers are enjoyed by everyone.
Peppers are enjoyed by everyone.
Wilbur Scoville enjoyed spicy foods.
Wilbur Scoville enjoyed spicy foods.
The Scoville scale is outdated.
The Scoville scale is outdated.
Spice refers to heat instead of flavor.
Answer
Marta was nervous about taking care of her neighbor's potted plants. She had no experience with gardening, and her family never kept plants inside the house due to her mother's allergies. Now, in Mrs. Brown's sunroom that was crowded with more than 20 live and exotic plants, she began to regret taking the job. Marta looked over the notes that were left for her on the potting table and rubbed her forehead. She had to read the first page three times before she understood how to feed the orchids.
Which piece of textual evidence supports the inference that Mrs. Brown's directions for Marta were complicated?
(1 point)
Responses
Marta was nervous.
Marta was nervous.
Marta had to read the first page three times.
Marta had to read the first page three times.
She understood how to feed the orchids.
She understood how to feed the orchids.
Mrs. Brown's sunroom was crowded.
Which piece of textual evidence supports the inference that Mrs. Brown's directions for Marta were complicated?
(1 point)
Responses
Marta was nervous.
Marta was nervous.
Marta had to read the first page three times.
Marta had to read the first page three times.
She understood how to feed the orchids.
She understood how to feed the orchids.
Mrs. Brown's sunroom was crowded.
Answer
What is the most likely purpose for writing an explanatory article in third-person point of view that includes many facts and details about a topic?(1 point)
Responses
to persuade
to persuade
to express an opinion
to express an opinion
to inform
to inform
to entertain the reader
Responses
to persuade
to persuade
to express an opinion
to express an opinion
to inform
to inform
to entertain the reader
Answer
Use the paragraph to answer the prompt.
Most forest fires and wildfires are natural. They clear away debris, old brush, and dying trees, leaving heartier trees better able to grow. In fact, some trees only produce seeds when heated by fire. If a wildfire removes thick shrubs and undergrowth, the water supply increases, which helps other plants and local animals. Fire may also kill predatory insects or pests that live on and damage otherwise healthy trees.
In two sentences, identify the main idea and at least one supporting detail of this paragraph.
(2 points)
Most forest fires and wildfires are natural. They clear away debris, old brush, and dying trees, leaving heartier trees better able to grow. In fact, some trees only produce seeds when heated by fire. If a wildfire removes thick shrubs and undergrowth, the water supply increases, which helps other plants and local animals. Fire may also kill predatory insects or pests that live on and damage otherwise healthy trees.
In two sentences, identify the main idea and at least one supporting detail of this paragraph.
(2 points)
Answer
Use the paragraph to answer the prompt.
What are nudibranch? Only some of the most colorful sea creatures on Earth! These marine mollusks boast a variety of unique shapes and colors, and they live anywhere in the world's oceans, from the tropics to Antarctica. There are many different types of nudibranchs, some no longer than an inch, and some as long as two feet! Some use toxic appendages to defend themselves, while others use camouflage. Some even make their own chemicals to keep predators at bay. Why do nudibranchs have these defenses? Because they are naked! Nudibranch means "naked gills," so named for their soft bodies and their exposed gills, which sit atop their backs. While common to the ocean, these unusual creatures can be spotted on underwater dives.
In 2–3 sentences, summarize the information in the paragraph.
What are nudibranch? Only some of the most colorful sea creatures on Earth! These marine mollusks boast a variety of unique shapes and colors, and they live anywhere in the world's oceans, from the tropics to Antarctica. There are many different types of nudibranchs, some no longer than an inch, and some as long as two feet! Some use toxic appendages to defend themselves, while others use camouflage. Some even make their own chemicals to keep predators at bay. Why do nudibranchs have these defenses? Because they are naked! Nudibranch means "naked gills," so named for their soft bodies and their exposed gills, which sit atop their backs. While common to the ocean, these unusual creatures can be spotted on underwater dives.
In 2–3 sentences, summarize the information in the paragraph.
Answer
In 3–5 sentences, describe a character that is stingy with money and dishonest. Include allusions to Scrooge and Pinocchio or two other suitable, well-known allusions in your response.
Answer
Use the example to answer the prompt.
A person drafts a report about their observations of an office. Before submitting the report, they revise it.
Draft:
After I talked to a bunch of staff members, I realized there were big problems in this office. Several people were rude during a meeting, and it made the other people feel sad and unhappy at work. The office manager needs to talk to everybody and teach them to get along.
Revision:
After interviewing many staff members, it became apparent that the office suffers from a poor work culture. Several employees do not act respectfully toward their coworkers, and it is creating an unpleasant work environment. Office management should organize a training session about appropriate workplace interactions.
Write 3–5 sentences explaining the difference in tone between the draft and the revision. Include at least two examples of word choice differences that create the change in tone.
A person drafts a report about their observations of an office. Before submitting the report, they revise it.
Draft:
After I talked to a bunch of staff members, I realized there were big problems in this office. Several people were rude during a meeting, and it made the other people feel sad and unhappy at work. The office manager needs to talk to everybody and teach them to get along.
Revision:
After interviewing many staff members, it became apparent that the office suffers from a poor work culture. Several employees do not act respectfully toward their coworkers, and it is creating an unpleasant work environment. Office management should organize a training session about appropriate workplace interactions.
Write 3–5 sentences explaining the difference in tone between the draft and the revision. Include at least two examples of word choice differences that create the change in tone.
Answer
In an essay of 3-5 paragraphs, analyze the viewpoints of both the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding the ratification of the Constitution. Explain how the arguments were settled.
Answer
Use the Product Rule of Exponents to simplify the expression 24 ⋅22.
Answer
Conduct a safe search of the Internet using the search terms "Federalist Papers" and "Anti-Federalist Papers" to find supporting evidence for your analysis. Include at least one direct quote from the Federalist Papers in your portfolio. Other research sources may be included, but are not required. If other sources are used, cite them using APA style.
Answer
In an essay of 3-5 paragraphs, analyze the viewpoints of both the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding the ratification of the Constitution. Explain how the arguments were settled.
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