Much like background music, little earthquakes tremor underground without much notice.
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
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.
The tremors from small earthquakes follow unpredictable patterns, unlike musical meter.
When little earthquakes occur, they make sounds similar to music.
When little earthquakes occur, they make sounds similar to music.
Much like background music, little earthquakes tremor underground without much notice.
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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 that memorization is important to everyone
to show that memorization is important to everyone
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 how remembering something is not as important as understanding it
to show how remembering something is not as important as understanding it
Responses
to show that memorization is important to everyone
to show that memorization is important to everyone
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 how remembering something is not as important as understanding it
to show how remembering something is not as important as understanding it
to show how remembering something is not as important as understanding it
Use the sentences to answer the question.
"Mary is such a quiet child," said Aunt Lydia. "It makes me wonder what will become of her."
Which word would give the sentence a negative tone if it replaced the word quiet?
(1 point)
Responses
disciplined
disciplined
calm
calm
reserved
reserved
sullen
"Mary is such a quiet child," said Aunt Lydia. "It makes me wonder what will become of her."
Which word would give the sentence a negative tone if it replaced the word quiet?
(1 point)
Responses
disciplined
disciplined
calm
calm
reserved
reserved
sullen
sullen
Use the paragraph to answer the question.
The crowd gathered around a chain-link fence and waited for the show to begin. The artist approached the large tree stump and powered up his chainsaw with a loud roar. Everyone was startled even though they knew the sound was coming. Swinging the saw in rhythmic motions and lunging forward to make quick stabs at the wood, the artist began to create an image. The people in the crowd turned their heads and squinted their eyes, trying to make out what shape the sculpture would take. Time passed quickly and the buzz of the saw dominated the scene for most of the afternoon. Then, just as the evening light softened the forest, the artist set down his saw and touched the face of the giant grizzly bear with his bare hand.
Which piece of evidence from the paragraph supports the inference that the artist is inspired by nature?
(1 point)
Responses
He carves animals out of wood.
He carves animals out of wood.
His work requires physical strength.
His work requires physical strength.
He likes to be hands-on with his work.
He likes to be hands-on with his work.
He performs in front of a crowd.
The crowd gathered around a chain-link fence and waited for the show to begin. The artist approached the large tree stump and powered up his chainsaw with a loud roar. Everyone was startled even though they knew the sound was coming. Swinging the saw in rhythmic motions and lunging forward to make quick stabs at the wood, the artist began to create an image. The people in the crowd turned their heads and squinted their eyes, trying to make out what shape the sculpture would take. Time passed quickly and the buzz of the saw dominated the scene for most of the afternoon. Then, just as the evening light softened the forest, the artist set down his saw and touched the face of the giant grizzly bear with his bare hand.
Which piece of evidence from the paragraph supports the inference that the artist is inspired by nature?
(1 point)
Responses
He carves animals out of wood.
He carves animals out of wood.
His work requires physical strength.
His work requires physical strength.
He likes to be hands-on with his work.
He likes to be hands-on with his work.
He performs in front of a crowd.
He carves animals out of wood.
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 express an opinion
to express an opinion
to entertain the reader
to entertain the reader
to inform
to inform
to persuade
Responses
to express an opinion
to express an opinion
to entertain the reader
to entertain the reader
to inform
to inform
to persuade
to inform
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)
The main idea of the paragraph is that most forest fires and wildfires play a beneficial role in the ecosystem. One supporting detail is that some trees only produce seeds when heated by fire, which contributes to the growth of heartier trees.