Question
Passage for Test (Reaching Great Heights and A Monumental Feat)
Question 1
1. What is the main idea of “A Monumental Feat”?
(1 point)
Responses
The Eiffel Tower has a remarkable history.
The Eiffel Tower has a remarkable history.
The Eiffel Tower was originally built as an exhibition structure.
The Eiffel Tower was originally built as an exhibition structure.
It took a very long time to build the Eiffel Tower.
It took a very long time to build the Eiffel Tower.
Millions of people visit the Eiffel Tower each year.
Millions of people visit the Eiffel Tower each year.
Question 2
2. In the passage “Reaching Great Heights,” what is the purpose of the section “As It Stands Now”?
(1 point)
Responses
to contrast the tallest buildings around the world
to contrast the tallest buildings around the world
to explain why other tall buildings were constructed
to explain why other tall buildings were constructed
to convince you to visit other tall buildings in the world
to convince you to visit other tall buildings in the world
to teach you how to build a tall building
to teach you how to build a tall building
Question 3
3. In the passage “Reaching Great Heights,” what is one similarity between the sections “How It Got Its Start” and “Moments of Disaster and Glory”?
(1 point)
Responses
They both mention the Empire State Building’s architects.
They both mention the Empire State Building’s architects.
They both describe historical events.
They both describe historical events.
They both mention Walter Chrysler.
They both mention Walter Chrysler.
They both focus on problems with the building’s structure.
They both focus on problems with the building’s structure.
Question 4
4. How does the illustration that accompanies “Reaching Great Heights” enhance the passage?
(1 point)
Responses
It shows the structure of the building as a whole.
It shows the structure of the building as a whole.
It gives a sense of how tall the building is compared to those around it.
It gives a sense of how tall the building is compared to those around it.
It helps readers understand why the building appeared in a movie.
It helps readers understand why the building appeared in a movie.
It shows why skyscrapers are an important part of New York’s history.
It shows why skyscrapers are an important part of New York’s history.
Question 5
5. The following statement MOST LIKELY contains information that contradicts what is presented in "Reaching Great Heights":
a firsthand account from William F. Smith Jr., had he survived
(1 point)
Responses
True
True
False
False
Question 6
6. The author of "Reaching Great Heights" MOST LIKELY wrote the passage to entertain readers with a story about the Empire State Building.(1 point)
Responses
True
True
False
False
Question 7
7. How do the authors of “Reaching Great Heights” and “A Monumental Feat” present their topics differently?
(1 point)
Responses
The author of “A Monumental Feat” gives a historical perspective, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” does not.
The author of “A Monumental Feat” gives a historical perspective, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” does not.
The author of “A Monumental Feat” has visited the Eiffel Tower, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” has not visited the Empire State Building.
The author of “A Monumental Feat” has visited the Eiffel Tower, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” has not visited the Empire State Building.
The author of “A Monumental Feat” is clearly awed by the Eiffel Tower, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” is not very interested in the Empire State Building.
The author of “A Monumental Feat” is clearly awed by the Eiffel Tower, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” is not very interested in the Empire State Building.
The author of “A Monumental Feat” describes positive and negative public opinions, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” focuses on the positive.
The author of “A Monumental Feat” describes positive and negative public opinions, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” focuses on the positive.
Question 8
8. Read this sentence from “A Monumental Feat.”
“We come, we writers, painters, sculptors, architects, and passionate lovers of the—up to now—beauty of Paris, to protest with all our strength and all our indignation, in the name of the threatened French art and history, against the erection, in the very heart of our capital, of the useless and monstrous Eiffel Tower.”
What argument did the protestors offer for why the Eiffel Tower should be removed?
(1 point)
Responses
It interfered with their art.
It interfered with their art.
It was not beautiful.
It was not beautiful.
It was not historical.
It was not historical.
It belonged in another city.
It belonged in another city.
Question 9
9. Read these sentences from “A Monumental Feat.”
Three hundred steelworkers spent approximately two years building the tower. Construction began in 1887, and the tower was officially inaugurated on March 31, 1889. It became internationally famous.
What is the meaning of inaugurated?(1 point)
Responses
designed
designed
visited
visited
introduced
introduced
built
built
Question 10
10. The author of “A Monumental Feat” MOST LIKELY wrote the passage to
(1 point)
Responses
persuade readers to visit Paris to see the Eiffel Tower.
persuade readers to visit Paris to see the Eiffel Tower.
describe the appearance of the Eiffel Tower.
describe the appearance of the Eiffel Tower.
entertain readers with a story about the Eiffel Tower.
entertain readers with a story about the Eiffel Tower.
inform readers about the history of the Eiffel Tower.
inform readers about the history of the Eiffel Tower.
Question 11
11. How did the public’s opinion of the Eiffel Tower change during World War II?
(1 point)
Responses
People did not give it much attention.
People did not give it much attention.
People became proud of their icon.
People became proud of their icon.
People simply accepted the tower.
People simply accepted the tower.
People grew to dislike the tower even more.
People grew to dislike the tower even more.
Question 12
12. (Short Essay) Based on the history of the Empire State Building described in “Reaching Great Heights,” what are some of the risks involved in building tall skyscrapers? Use details from the passage to support your answer. (4pts)
Question 1
1. What is the main idea of “A Monumental Feat”?
(1 point)
Responses
The Eiffel Tower has a remarkable history.
The Eiffel Tower has a remarkable history.
The Eiffel Tower was originally built as an exhibition structure.
The Eiffel Tower was originally built as an exhibition structure.
It took a very long time to build the Eiffel Tower.
It took a very long time to build the Eiffel Tower.
Millions of people visit the Eiffel Tower each year.
Millions of people visit the Eiffel Tower each year.
Question 2
2. In the passage “Reaching Great Heights,” what is the purpose of the section “As It Stands Now”?
(1 point)
Responses
to contrast the tallest buildings around the world
to contrast the tallest buildings around the world
to explain why other tall buildings were constructed
to explain why other tall buildings were constructed
to convince you to visit other tall buildings in the world
to convince you to visit other tall buildings in the world
to teach you how to build a tall building
to teach you how to build a tall building
Question 3
3. In the passage “Reaching Great Heights,” what is one similarity between the sections “How It Got Its Start” and “Moments of Disaster and Glory”?
(1 point)
Responses
They both mention the Empire State Building’s architects.
They both mention the Empire State Building’s architects.
They both describe historical events.
They both describe historical events.
They both mention Walter Chrysler.
They both mention Walter Chrysler.
They both focus on problems with the building’s structure.
They both focus on problems with the building’s structure.
Question 4
4. How does the illustration that accompanies “Reaching Great Heights” enhance the passage?
(1 point)
Responses
It shows the structure of the building as a whole.
It shows the structure of the building as a whole.
It gives a sense of how tall the building is compared to those around it.
It gives a sense of how tall the building is compared to those around it.
It helps readers understand why the building appeared in a movie.
It helps readers understand why the building appeared in a movie.
It shows why skyscrapers are an important part of New York’s history.
It shows why skyscrapers are an important part of New York’s history.
Question 5
5. The following statement MOST LIKELY contains information that contradicts what is presented in "Reaching Great Heights":
a firsthand account from William F. Smith Jr., had he survived
(1 point)
Responses
True
True
False
False
Question 6
6. The author of "Reaching Great Heights" MOST LIKELY wrote the passage to entertain readers with a story about the Empire State Building.(1 point)
Responses
True
True
False
False
Question 7
7. How do the authors of “Reaching Great Heights” and “A Monumental Feat” present their topics differently?
(1 point)
Responses
The author of “A Monumental Feat” gives a historical perspective, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” does not.
The author of “A Monumental Feat” gives a historical perspective, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” does not.
The author of “A Monumental Feat” has visited the Eiffel Tower, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” has not visited the Empire State Building.
The author of “A Monumental Feat” has visited the Eiffel Tower, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” has not visited the Empire State Building.
The author of “A Monumental Feat” is clearly awed by the Eiffel Tower, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” is not very interested in the Empire State Building.
The author of “A Monumental Feat” is clearly awed by the Eiffel Tower, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” is not very interested in the Empire State Building.
The author of “A Monumental Feat” describes positive and negative public opinions, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” focuses on the positive.
The author of “A Monumental Feat” describes positive and negative public opinions, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” focuses on the positive.
Question 8
8. Read this sentence from “A Monumental Feat.”
“We come, we writers, painters, sculptors, architects, and passionate lovers of the—up to now—beauty of Paris, to protest with all our strength and all our indignation, in the name of the threatened French art and history, against the erection, in the very heart of our capital, of the useless and monstrous Eiffel Tower.”
What argument did the protestors offer for why the Eiffel Tower should be removed?
(1 point)
Responses
It interfered with their art.
It interfered with their art.
It was not beautiful.
It was not beautiful.
It was not historical.
It was not historical.
It belonged in another city.
It belonged in another city.
Question 9
9. Read these sentences from “A Monumental Feat.”
Three hundred steelworkers spent approximately two years building the tower. Construction began in 1887, and the tower was officially inaugurated on March 31, 1889. It became internationally famous.
What is the meaning of inaugurated?(1 point)
Responses
designed
designed
visited
visited
introduced
introduced
built
built
Question 10
10. The author of “A Monumental Feat” MOST LIKELY wrote the passage to
(1 point)
Responses
persuade readers to visit Paris to see the Eiffel Tower.
persuade readers to visit Paris to see the Eiffel Tower.
describe the appearance of the Eiffel Tower.
describe the appearance of the Eiffel Tower.
entertain readers with a story about the Eiffel Tower.
entertain readers with a story about the Eiffel Tower.
inform readers about the history of the Eiffel Tower.
inform readers about the history of the Eiffel Tower.
Question 11
11. How did the public’s opinion of the Eiffel Tower change during World War II?
(1 point)
Responses
People did not give it much attention.
People did not give it much attention.
People became proud of their icon.
People became proud of their icon.
People simply accepted the tower.
People simply accepted the tower.
People grew to dislike the tower even more.
People grew to dislike the tower even more.
Question 12
12. (Short Essay) Based on the history of the Empire State Building described in “Reaching Great Heights,” what are some of the risks involved in building tall skyscrapers? Use details from the passage to support your answer. (4pts)
Answers
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### Question 1
1. What is the main idea of “A Monumental Feat”?
**Response:** The Eiffel Tower has a remarkable history.
### Question 2
2. In the passage “Reaching Great Heights,” what is the purpose of the section “As It Stands Now”?
**Response:** to contrast the tallest buildings around the world
### Question 3
3. In the passage “Reaching Great Heights,” what is one similarity between the sections “How It Got Its Start” and “Moments of Disaster and Glory”?
**Response:** They both describe historical events.
### Question 4
4. How does the illustration that accompanies “Reaching Great Heights” enhance the passage?
**Response:** It gives a sense of how tall the building is compared to those around it.
### Question 5
5. The following statement MOST LIKELY contains information that contradicts what is presented in "Reaching Great Heights":
a firsthand account from William F. Smith Jr., had he survived
**Response:** True
### Question 6
6. The author of "Reaching Great Heights" MOST LIKELY wrote the passage to entertain readers with a story about the Empire State Building.
**Response:** True
### Question 7
7. How do the authors of “Reaching Great Heights” and “A Monumental Feat” present their topics differently?
**Response:** The author of “A Monumental Feat” gives a historical perspective, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” does not.
### Question 8
8. What argument did the protestors offer for why the Eiffel Tower should be removed?
**Response:** It interfered with their art.
### Question 9
9. What is the meaning of inaugurated?
**Response:** introduced
### Question 10
10. The author of “A Monumental Feat” MOST LIKELY wrote the passage to
**Response:** inform readers about the history of the Eiffel Tower.
### Question 11
11. How did the public’s opinion of the Eiffel Tower change during World War II?
**Response:** People became proud of their icon.
### Question 12
12. (Short Essay) Based on the history of the Empire State Building described in “Reaching Great Heights,” what are some of the risks involved in building tall skyscrapers? Use details from the passage to support your answer. (4 pts)
The construction of tall skyscrapers, such as the Empire State Building, involves several significant risks. Firstly, one major risk is the safety of the workers involved in the construction. Working at great heights can lead to dangerous falls, and the passage notes that safety measures must be strictly adhered to in order to prevent accidents. Another risk involves the structural integrity of the building; during the construction of the Empire State Building, there were numerous moments where concerns arose regarding the materials and design being able to withstand strong winds and other environmental factors. Additionally, financial risks are also integral to the development of skyscrapers; large investments are required, and any delays or issues can lead to substantial financial loss. Ultimately, the construction of tall buildings is a complex undertaking filled with potential for various types of hazards, requiring careful planning and execution to ensure safety and stability.
1. What is the main idea of “A Monumental Feat”?
**Response:** The Eiffel Tower has a remarkable history.
### Question 2
2. In the passage “Reaching Great Heights,” what is the purpose of the section “As It Stands Now”?
**Response:** to contrast the tallest buildings around the world
### Question 3
3. In the passage “Reaching Great Heights,” what is one similarity between the sections “How It Got Its Start” and “Moments of Disaster and Glory”?
**Response:** They both describe historical events.
### Question 4
4. How does the illustration that accompanies “Reaching Great Heights” enhance the passage?
**Response:** It gives a sense of how tall the building is compared to those around it.
### Question 5
5. The following statement MOST LIKELY contains information that contradicts what is presented in "Reaching Great Heights":
a firsthand account from William F. Smith Jr., had he survived
**Response:** True
### Question 6
6. The author of "Reaching Great Heights" MOST LIKELY wrote the passage to entertain readers with a story about the Empire State Building.
**Response:** True
### Question 7
7. How do the authors of “Reaching Great Heights” and “A Monumental Feat” present their topics differently?
**Response:** The author of “A Monumental Feat” gives a historical perspective, while the author of “Reaching Great Heights” does not.
### Question 8
8. What argument did the protestors offer for why the Eiffel Tower should be removed?
**Response:** It interfered with their art.
### Question 9
9. What is the meaning of inaugurated?
**Response:** introduced
### Question 10
10. The author of “A Monumental Feat” MOST LIKELY wrote the passage to
**Response:** inform readers about the history of the Eiffel Tower.
### Question 11
11. How did the public’s opinion of the Eiffel Tower change during World War II?
**Response:** People became proud of their icon.
### Question 12
12. (Short Essay) Based on the history of the Empire State Building described in “Reaching Great Heights,” what are some of the risks involved in building tall skyscrapers? Use details from the passage to support your answer. (4 pts)
The construction of tall skyscrapers, such as the Empire State Building, involves several significant risks. Firstly, one major risk is the safety of the workers involved in the construction. Working at great heights can lead to dangerous falls, and the passage notes that safety measures must be strictly adhered to in order to prevent accidents. Another risk involves the structural integrity of the building; during the construction of the Empire State Building, there were numerous moments where concerns arose regarding the materials and design being able to withstand strong winds and other environmental factors. Additionally, financial risks are also integral to the development of skyscrapers; large investments are required, and any delays or issues can lead to substantial financial loss. Ultimately, the construction of tall buildings is a complex undertaking filled with potential for various types of hazards, requiring careful planning and execution to ensure safety and stability.
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