Question
Twin Distinctions
(1) Ivy and Iris were twins with several similarities and some differences.
(2) And nowhere were their differences more apparent than on the softball field.
(3) Ivy approached the pitcher’s mound amid throngs of cheers. (4) Always the
center of attention in the glow of the spotlight, Ivy appeared to thrive. (5) Iris, on the
other hand, seemed satisfied to remain in her sister’s shadow. (6) Iris recalls her
mother’s concern. (7) “Are you sure you’re OK, Iris?” she would asked with a worried
smile.
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Name: _______________________________________________ Assessment Unit 2
1 William would like to establish the organization of his story in the introduction. What is the BEST way to revise sentence 1?
A Never had two girls who looked so similar behaved so differently.
B Sisters and friends, Ivy and Iris were two of a kind.
C Some identical twins are more alike than Ivy and Iris.
D Just because these girls were twins doesn’t mean they are just alike.
2 What is the BEST revision to make in sentence 4 to improve the clarity?
A Ivy appeared to thrive, always the center of attention in the glow of the spotlight.
B Always the center of attention, Ivy appeared to thrive in the glow of the spotlight.
C In the glow of the spotlight, Ivy appeared to thrive always the center of attention.
D No revision is needed in sentence 4.
3 William would like to develop the idea he introduces in sentence 5. Which sentence would be BEST to add to accomplish this goal?
A She preferred peace and quiet over the roar of the crowd.
B Ivy was so outgoing it would be hard to compete, so why try?
C Willing and ready to blend in with the crowd, Iris would rather allow her twin sister to enjoy the popularity that came with being a star.
D Looking up from the book she was reading in the dugout, Iris joined in, shouting her encouragement and admiration along with the crowd.
4 William would like to conclude his story and maintain his established style. Which of these would be BEST to add after sentence 7?
A There’s more to being OK than just getting attention.
B Iris had answered, “I’m fine, Mom.”
C Iris was more than OK; she was happy.
D Despite her differences, she was happy.
(1) Ivy and Iris were twins with several similarities and some differences.
(2) And nowhere were their differences more apparent than on the softball field.
(3) Ivy approached the pitcher’s mound amid throngs of cheers. (4) Always the
center of attention in the glow of the spotlight, Ivy appeared to thrive. (5) Iris, on the
other hand, seemed satisfied to remain in her sister’s shadow. (6) Iris recalls her
mother’s concern. (7) “Are you sure you’re OK, Iris?” she would asked with a worried
smile.
38 LEVEL 6
Copying permitted for classroom use. ©Curriculum Associates, LLC Downloaded by S. HALLAM at RODEO PALMS JHS. This resource expires on 6/30/2025.
Name: _______________________________________________ Assessment Unit 2
1 William would like to establish the organization of his story in the introduction. What is the BEST way to revise sentence 1?
A Never had two girls who looked so similar behaved so differently.
B Sisters and friends, Ivy and Iris were two of a kind.
C Some identical twins are more alike than Ivy and Iris.
D Just because these girls were twins doesn’t mean they are just alike.
2 What is the BEST revision to make in sentence 4 to improve the clarity?
A Ivy appeared to thrive, always the center of attention in the glow of the spotlight.
B Always the center of attention, Ivy appeared to thrive in the glow of the spotlight.
C In the glow of the spotlight, Ivy appeared to thrive always the center of attention.
D No revision is needed in sentence 4.
3 William would like to develop the idea he introduces in sentence 5. Which sentence would be BEST to add to accomplish this goal?
A She preferred peace and quiet over the roar of the crowd.
B Ivy was so outgoing it would be hard to compete, so why try?
C Willing and ready to blend in with the crowd, Iris would rather allow her twin sister to enjoy the popularity that came with being a star.
D Looking up from the book she was reading in the dugout, Iris joined in, shouting her encouragement and admiration along with the crowd.
4 William would like to conclude his story and maintain his established style. Which of these would be BEST to add after sentence 7?
A There’s more to being OK than just getting attention.
B Iris had answered, “I’m fine, Mom.”
C Iris was more than OK; she was happy.
D Despite her differences, she was happy.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
1. The BEST way to revise sentence 1 is:
**D Just because these girls were twins doesn’t mean they are just alike.**
This revision effectively sets the tone for discussing their similarities and differences.
2. The BEST revision to make in sentence 4 to improve clarity is:
**B Always the center of attention, Ivy appeared to thrive in the glow of the spotlight.**
This rearrangement makes the sentence clearer and easier to understand.
3. The BEST sentence to add to develop the idea introduced in sentence 5 is:
**C Willing and ready to blend in with the crowd, Iris would rather allow her twin sister to enjoy the popularity that came with being a star.**
This addition provides further insight into Iris's character and her feelings about her sister's attention.
4. The BEST addition to conclude the story while maintaining style after sentence 7 is:
**C Iris was more than OK; she was happy.**
This statement reinforces Iris's contentment and concludes the narrative positively while remaining aligned with the themes presented.
**D Just because these girls were twins doesn’t mean they are just alike.**
This revision effectively sets the tone for discussing their similarities and differences.
2. The BEST revision to make in sentence 4 to improve clarity is:
**B Always the center of attention, Ivy appeared to thrive in the glow of the spotlight.**
This rearrangement makes the sentence clearer and easier to understand.
3. The BEST sentence to add to develop the idea introduced in sentence 5 is:
**C Willing and ready to blend in with the crowd, Iris would rather allow her twin sister to enjoy the popularity that came with being a star.**
This addition provides further insight into Iris's character and her feelings about her sister's attention.
4. The BEST addition to conclude the story while maintaining style after sentence 7 is:
**C Iris was more than OK; she was happy.**
This statement reinforces Iris's contentment and concludes the narrative positively while remaining aligned with the themes presented.