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The Rule Of King Arthur
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| This selection is mainly about | boy who unexpectedly becomes king |
| Arthur became king as the result of | a miracle |
| Arthur had to prove to others that he could pull the sword from the stone more than once… | After all had tried and failed, Arthur was brought forward. Then all stood aghast, marveling to see a youth perform the feat which the strongest knights had attempted in vain. |
| Which were the two major activities of the Knights of the Round Table? | – traveling the land and seeking adventure – performing good deeds for anyone in need. |
| What evidence does the selection provide that Arthur made a good king? | He restored order and ruled with fairness. |
| Based on this excerpt, who strongly supported the decision that Arthur should be king? | the common people. |
| By finding a sword for his brother, Arthur shows that he was | resourceful. |
| Based on this excerpt, what can you say about Sir Kay? | His ambition got the better of him. |
| Which quote represents an important change in the plot? | I’m not your father nor related to you. |
| Which of the following sentences shows Sir Hector is a “doubter”? | He asks Arthur to pull the sword from the stone again. |
A Unique Talent
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| This selection is mainly about the | Development of beatboxing over the centuries. |
| Put these musical artists in the order in which they appeared in history, starting with the earlies | Answer 1: French troubadours Answer 2: North Indian musicians Answer 3: Barbershop quartets Answer 4: Jazz scatters |
| From this excerpt, you can tell that the author’s view of the future of beatboxing is | Enthusiastic. |
| What can you say about the popularity of beatboxing over the years? | It went through a number of ups and downs. |
| What evidence does the author provide to support the statement that Doug E Fresh | He created click rolls used by all beatboxers, |
| Rahzel proved he was a unique hip-hop artist by | Singing and beatboxing at the same time, |
| Which of the following music groups influenced the development of beatboxing styles? | Barbershop quartets, |
| Based on this excerpt, which of the following contributed to the re-emergence of beatboxing | Rappers’ lack of funds to buy drum machines, |
| Based on this excerpt, which of the following two methods did Rachel use to achieve the unique | – Vocal scratching – Wind technique |
| French troubadours were like today’s hip-hop artists because they | Combined poetry with music to make songs. |
A License To Print Money
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the central idea of this selection? | The way news is shared has changed throughout history. |
| Choose the sentence from this excerpt that explains how the printing press made the | Instead of being written out by hand, poems, Bibles, and other books. |
| More Americans knew what was happening during the Civil War | Telegraphs helped spread the news more quickly. |
| Read this excerpt. Which of the following is correct about Benjamin Franklin? | He contributed to the success of the newspaper industry. |
| This selection can be described as | An informational text. |
| Which best describes how information is organized in this selection? | A process is explained in the order in which it occurs. |
| What do these two excerpts have in common? | Both illustrate how important reporting the news and free speech is to the country. |
| Read the excerpt. Which of the following sentences best summarizes | Newspapers were not making as much money as they did at one time. |
| According to the selection, improvements to printing presses and cheaper paper prices | Purchased by more people. |
| According to the selection, libel laws are important because they | Protect newspapers from being unfairly sued in court. |
The Need for Food
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the main idea of this selection? | Both large and small groups, as well as individuals, can help people who suffer from hunger. |
| Put these events in the order in which they occurred, starting with the earliest | – Monsoons in Cambodia caused the worst floods – The Chin family and many others experienced a… – The World Food Program ordered food to be shipped – The food pantry at Stony Brook University opened |
| According to this selection, what are two reasons why people | – The crops and food resources can be destroyed by – The people in developing countries do not have enough money |
| Based on these two excerpts, you can tell the WFP and the university | The people liked and could cook easily |
| The need for a food pantry at Stony Brook University arose because | Many struggling students were skipping meals to save money |
| Which sentence provides evidence that intervention by the WFP was necessary during the 2011 floods | The Cambodian government did not have enough emergency food to meet the needs |
| What does the author mention food drivers? | To describe a way people can fight hunger in their own communities |
| What would happen if you got 100 questions correct on Freerice.com? | WFP would donate 1,000 grains of rice to fight world hunger |
| According to this selection, why is the WFP able to react | It maintains a stock of food that can be quickly distributed |
| What are the two goals of Freerice.com? | To give free rice to hungry people To provide free education to all people |
Picture of UFO in the Air Blue Sky
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Selection mainly about | Search for Life in space and the debate about whether it’s a good idea. |
| Based on this excerpt, what does David Grinspoon argue is the greatest | Human beings. |
| In the past scientists have used SETI to search radio signals from space | It would send out Radio signals to space with the intention of being found. |
| Read this excerpt, Grinspoon uses the word “anti-human” to describe his belief that | One person should not make a decision that affects the entire human race |
| What are the protocols vakoch..selection? | Policies or rules…life beyond earth |
| Before contacting aliens…choose one sentence that explains the reason for this | If we do contact aliens..interactions peaceful |
| Based on this selection..two..support of active SETI | – Space beings – Humans are already |
| Which one of these..why the author wrote the text? | Should we actively…to space beings. |
| Based on this selection..against active SETI? | Without knowing what space… the earth is unwise. |
| Together these two excerpts demonstrate scientists | Opposing views on attempting to find alien life. |
A Vision Of Gold
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| This story is mainly about Derrick Redmond and | the setbacks he faced with courage. |
| Which sentence indicates the dedication that is needed to win an Olympic Gold Medal? | He had been training for this day for the last 20 years. |
| You can tell Redmond’s injuries were serious mostly because | he needed eight operations. |
| In this excerpt, the author creates a mood of | confidence. |
| Which sentence characterizes Redmond’s motivation to win a gold medal? | Maintain a single vision of victory. |
| In this excerpt, which phrase signals a major change in the action? | all of a sudden |
| Derrick finished the race after he tore his hamstring because | he was determined not to give up. |
| The author describes Derrick’s father, Jim, as “exceptionally close” to his son. Which sentence supports that description? | When Jim saw Derrick hobble, he felt a quickening of his heart and a trembling in his own leg. |
| Why was Redmond disqualified in his semi-final event at the Olympics in Spain? | He had help from his father during the race. |
| Why was it ironic that Derrick ended up playing professional basketball? | A surgeon told him he would never run again. |
A First-Grader Makes History
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| This story is mainly about | a hard-won victory in the fight for equal rights to a good education. |
| Why does the author use the word “gently” in describing how Ruby’s mother explained the school situation to her? | so as not to scare Ruby with too much detail. |
| Which sentence supports the statement that prejudiced white people blocked the court judgment “as long as they could”? | The principal did not assign Ruby to a class the first day. |
| Although the President Lincoln freed the slaves, what prevented them from making much progress? | unfair laws and deep-rooted customs. |
| How does the author present a balanced view of white people? | by mentioning those who fought to end discrimination. |
| Why was the test for African American kindergartners so hard? | Education of the kindergartners had been insufficient. |
| You can tell that ending segregation was dangerous mostly because | federal marshals were needed to enforce the court ruling. |
| This excerpt shows that Mrs. Henry’s actions during school desegregation could be described as | courageous. |
| President Obama said he was grateful to Ruby because | she broke barriers to make it easier for others. |
| In this excerpt, why does the author refer to racism as “a grown-up disease”? | Children are not naturally racist. |
Going Underground
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the main idea of this selection? | Building an Earthscraper could prove to be a practical solution to a difficult urban problem. |
| In many cities around the world, what is the root cause of major problems? | overpopulation |
| Which term applies to the expansion of a city’s geographic size? | urban sprawl |
| Which of the following describe the Suarez brothers? | resourceful and realistic |
| Which shape describes the appearance of the Earthscraper? | inverted pyramid |
| Which of the following is considered the biggest initial obstacle to building the Earthscraper in Mexico City? | construction costs |
| Which aspect of the proposed museum probably would be the most significant? | the exhibits of cultural artifacts uncovered during construction. |
| The author tries to convince readers that constructing an Earthscraper is possible by | referring to the fact that humans have overcome obstacles when building massive structures in the past. |
| Which sentence supports the author’s statement that the Earthscraper would have a peoplefriendly environment? | These garden-like areas, called “Earth lobbies,” would produce additional oxygen for the people inside to breathe. |
| Why is Mexico City an ideal site for construction of the Earthscraper? | The completed structure would preserve historical architecture and public space. |
It Takes More Than Height
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| This story is mainly about | how two men left their homelands to make a living in a new culture. |
| Why do you think the Dinkas did not value education? | Education would not improve their livelihood as herders. |
| The most important cause of Manute’s success in pro basketball was | his determination. |
| Why does the author mention the Chinese fortune cookie incident? | to show how some actions could be considered culturally insensitive |
| Why were Ming and his two team members called “The Walking Great Wall”? | They formed a tall barrier on the basketball court. |
| How does the author back up his claim that Ming was gracious? | Ming accepted O’Neal’s apology for sending him a fake Chinese message. |
| What was one of the biggest obstacles Manute had to overcome? | adjusting to a new modern culture |
| Why does the author tell readers that Manute never used a telephone or pencil, and ate pizza? | to highlight the significant cultural adjustments he had to make in America |
| Which of the following sentences is an opinion? | Manute was not much of a scorer, but he was a remarkable defensive player. |
| How were Manute and Ming alike? | They both made efforts to improve conditions in their homelands. |
Driving “Green”
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| This story is mainly about | why hybrid cars are good for people and the environment. |
| The car in this story is called a “hybrid” because | it combines a new and an old technology. |
| Hybrid cars are different from standard cars because they | use both gasoline and electricity. |
| If you saw two engines, one from a hybrid car and one from a standard car, how could you tell which one belonged to the hybrid? | The hybrid car engine would be smaller. |
| Which statement reflects how technology is being applied to solve environmental problems? | Hybrids get better gas mileage because their gasoline engine and electric motor make better use of fuel. |
| The author wrote this story with the purpose of | describing hybrid cars and their advantages. |
| Which sentence supports the author’s statement that hybrid cars have long-term benefits? | It is estimated that hybrids reduce the production of greenhouse gases that cause global warming by up to 50 percent. |
| In regard to this picture, what could hybrid cars help eliminate? | air pollution |
| This excerpt indicates that Amanda’s opinion about hybrids could be described as | enthusiastic and optimistic. |
| What might happen if everyone drove hybrids instead of other motor vehicles? | The need to import oil from foreign countries would be reduced. |
For Gold And Glory
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| This story is mainly about | the development and destruction of a complex culture. |
| The Aztecs could be described as | forceful but creative. |
| A legend said that the Aztecs needed to find a new place to live because | they angered their gods, who banished them from their homeland. |
| Which sentence best supports the idea that the Aztecs had an advanced system of agriculture? | Land was reclaimed by covering the marshes with reeds and then soil. |
| Which of the following probably would have been seen at the markets of Tenochtitlan? | shoppers buying everything from firewood to feathers. |
| Aztec pyramids were similar to Egyptian pyramids in that they both were constructed with | huge stones. |
| Which of the following sentences is an opinion? | It may not have been the best place to build the capital of an empire but that did not stop the Aztecs. |
| The most important factor motivating Cortes to march on Tenochtitlan was | the rich treasures that would be his when he conquered the city. |
| What does this excerpt say about human nature? | Even a leader of a highly developed culture can be cruel. |
| Which of the following involves an important coincidence in the sequence of events that influenced the outcome of story? | Cortes arrived at the same time a god who had once ruled the area was predicted to return. |
Railroad To Freedom
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The main idea of this story is to show the | bravery of people on the Underground Railroad. |
| In this excerpt, the author creates a mood of | uneasiness. |
| Which words does the author use to create that mood? | fateful, shadowy, danger |
| Why was this craft important during the time period of this story? | A quilt’s design could disguise a map. |
| From the way the Schneiders “moved into action” after hearing the three knocks at the door, you can tell that most likely | they had experienced this situation many times before. |
| Which sentence provides evidence that the Smiths still have hope for the future? | The Schneiders reinforced the Smiths’ feelings about the goodness of people. |
| Which of the following sentences is an opinion? | “You crossed that icy water? This is the coldest weather we’ve had in ages!” |
| The Fugitive Slave Law of 1850 | prohibited helping runaway slaves. |
| Which sentence explains the reason why the Schneiders were willing to take risks to run a safe house? | They understood that the runaways’ risks were even greater. |
| The Schneiders were different from many of the other safe house owners because they | provided the runaways with a real bed. |
The Universe Unveiled
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| This story is mainly about Galileo and his belief | in his experiments and discoveries. |
| Which word listed below is based on the root word for “sun”? | heliocentric |
| Which sentence explains why Galileo’s heliocentric theory was so severely criticized? | At that time, scientific research was not a common pursuit. |
| Galileo’s father wanted his son to study | medicine. |
| Which of the following supports the importance the telescope played in Galileo’s discoveries? | The device provided images never before seen. |
| What most surprised Galileo about the moons of Jupiter? | their movement |
| In this excerpt, what does the author mean by “the power of reason”? | thinking critically |
| How were Copernicus and Galileo alike? | They both were ridiculed for their ideas. |
| This excerpt could be seen as an example of why it is important | to have an open mind. |
| Galileo’s father taught him about the items pictured and | the relationship between music and math. |
The Code Talkers
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| This story is mainly about World War II and | how a unique code played a critical role in winning the war. |
| In this excerpt, what does the word “crack” mean? | make sense of |
| Which sentence supports the military’s decision to use the Navajos as Code Talkers? | Their language’s strange tones and unusual word arrangement made it almost impossible for non-native speakers to understand. |
| The code demonstration changed the American general’s mind about using the Navajos because of its | swiftness. |
| Which sentence supports the statement, “Communication is a critical part of any war”? | If the enemy were to intercept these communications, the element of surprise would be lost. |
| What is the most unusual aspect of the Navajo language? | It has no alphabet or symbols. |
| What could be considered a “stumbling block” in developing the secret code? | No Navajo words existed for military equipment. |
| In the Navajo secret code, the word for the object in this picture meant | battleship. |
| What could happen if a written secret code was carried on the battlefield? | It could come into enemy hands if the Code Talker was captured. |
| Which phrase explains why the Japanese were frustrated in trying to crack this secret code? | gurgling noises |
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