Reading Plus Answers Level J

A Century of Slavery and Strikes

Question	Answer
What is the main idea?	to chronicle the protests
The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution	the right to bear arms
Read this excerpt: Why did the…	News of the bloody…
What was the outcome…	They did not change
What does this	He was highly intelligence…
Read this excerpt. What is the mood	tense
The railroad workers	improved working
In contrast to the	fights and deaths
Prior to the Civil War	The northern states

The Future Of News

Question	Answer
Which sentence from the selection captures the central idea?	The evolution of news reporting in the face of changing technology and changing reading habits raises a number of questions.
Compared with newspapers, news outlets like CNN	are able to continually update the news
In this excerpt, the “great engine” of newsgathering is	news reporters.
Two factors combined to make it increasingly difficult for newspapers to survive…	an increase in the cost of printing newspapers.
This excerpt contributes to the author’s overall purpose…	raising key questions in the debate surrounding news reporting.
Read this excerpt from the selection and one from another source.	democracy may suffer with fewer journalists and newspapers.
Based on this selection, which two factors are contributing to the decline of print newspapers?	– more readers getting their news online – growing preferences for online advertsing.
Read this excerpt from the text and one from the Pew Research Center.	provides evidence that supports Keller’s argument.
In this excerpt, that author uses a specific pattern of organization to help readers recognize	a cause and effect relationship.
Read this excerpt. The author begins this way to	recreate the emotion in the newsroom that day.

A Multimillion Dollar Question Part 1

Question	Answer
What is the central idea of this selection?	Expert art forgery is on the rise leading to multimillion dollar mistakes in the art world.
Based on these two excerpts, forgers are keeping ahead of forgery experts by…	Imitating artists who worked with materials that are currently available.
Choose one sentence that shows what event led to the “first flag of concern about a wave of impeccable fakes.”	But an anonymous tip to the police suggested she was, in fact, a modern fake–so they scooped her up and took her away
Based on the this text, which one of these questions most strongly suggests the significance of “authenticity” relate to more than forgeries?	If a masterpiece has been heavily restored or repaired, can it still be considered authentic?
Which text structure shows how the author has organized the information in this excerpt?	Cause and effect
To identify a painting that sold for $842,500 as a forgery, art historian David Ekserdjian relied on his gift of the “prickle of recognition.” The author compares this gift to the…	Ability to spot a friend in a crowd.
Some say forgers who imitate 20th century painters will be easy to spot. Which detail from the text best supports Georgina Adam’s argument that “it’s just not that easy”?	All but 21 of Modigliani in an exhibit were later found to be counterfeits.
Based on this excerpt, Christie’s is…	An art auction house similar to Sotheby’s.
Which phrase from the text shows what the author means by “impeccable” in this excerpt?	The best old master fakes the world has ever seen
Martin described his findings in the Parmigianino painting “Saint Jerome” as “a bit like taking the pulse of a corpse 21 times.” In other words, Martin…	Knew from the first 21 paint samples he studied that the painting was a forgery.

A Multimillion Dollar Question Part 2

Question	Answer
What is the central idea of this selection?	The world’s leading expert in art forgeries spots fakes before they become costly mistakes.
The first thing Martin does when a piece of art comes into his lab is inspect it under bright, white light. Why?	Areas on a painting that have been restored or altered can be identified without damaging the art.
The previous question asked about using white light to inspect paintings. Based on your answer to that question, an examination under this light might prove that…	An original painting has been retouched.
Martin’s reports are described as containing “the most accurate results” and being “factually neutral.” Which phrase from the text supports this quality?	To never leave a molecule unturned, to never conclude more about a work than what it tells him about itself
Which one of the following phrases from the text shows the author’s use of simile?	As white and aseptic as a dentist’s office-
This image shows a stone carving called a stele. How does this image relate to the this selection?	Martin declined a case involving a stele after learning the collector had recently been released from prison.
Based on this excerpt, the author uses the word “other side of the fence” to show that…	Martin is also respected by art forgers whose fakes he works to uncover.
As Martin prioritizes objects that needs to be seen in his lab, which two of the following are signs that helps him quickly identify possible forgeries?	• Artists whose work has been frequently forged • Art that comes in with lengthy scientific reports
In this excerpt, the author uses the word “biography” to express how the…	Materials that Martin examines serve as a history of a painting’s life.
Choose the sentence that explains why Martin tells the author “you don’t drink a lot of coffee before you do this.”	3rd sentence.

A Multimillion Dollar Question Part 3

Question	Answer
What is the central idea of this selection?	Forgeries in the art world may seem trivial, but they can lead to massive financial and legal costs.
Read this excerpt from the selection and one from Part 1 of this text. Together, these excerpts show that…	Art forgers are becoming more sophisticated in their efforts to produce fool-proof forgeries.
In this part of the selection about forensic scientist James Martin, the author uses questions to…	Draw readers into Martin’s analytical thought process.
According to the author, Martin’s tests can “reveal if a painting is not by Da Vinci or Modigliani, but they are unable to affirm authorship, except in rare cases.” In other words,…	It is easier to identify a painting as a fake than it is to prove the artist as claimed created the work.
Read this excerpt from the end of the selection. What question does the ending intend to leave the reader with?	Is the perfect forgery even possible?
The author’s tone in this selection is best described as…	Objective and direct.
Based on this excerpt, you best describe Martin as…	Meticulous.
The author of this selection refers to the “litigiousness” of the art market. Which detail from the text best supports this claim?	A gallery that was sued by 10 buyers over the authenticity of the paintings it sold
What is the significance of paint to Martin’s work?	Sampling paint from artwork reveals whether the pigments used were even available to the original artist at the time.
The Knoedler, an established gallery in New York, sold a painting for $17 million that Martin determined was a fake. What latter led Knoedler to hire experts to attack Martin’s credibility in court?	Buyers suing the gallery for other forgeries hired Martin to test their paintings–all forgeries, and likely to financially devastate the gallery.

Cashing Into The U.S. Economy

Question	Answer
Selection is about…	Role of Fed in ensuring a stable economy.
Why is the function of the Treasury discussed?	To point out its diff. from the Fed
Economy can be unpredictable is supported by…	Natural disasters affect demand and production of goods.
Two examples of what can happen the money a person deposits into bank.	• It’s lent with interest. • It’s invested
Summarize purpose of Treasury.	In short, the Treasury’s charter is to collect the government’s money, pay the government’s bills, and balance the nation’s checkbook.
Meaning of “Out of many, one.”	13 colonies united and formed a single country.
Lowered fund rate causes rises in the stock market…	Lower rates of interest lead to greater consumption spending.
Primary role of the U.S. Treasury is…	Managing federal finances.
Financial crisis that led to Fed. Reserve Act of 1913.	Panicked bank withdrawals
Economy is similar to a soccer game because…	Are subject to many variable factors.

Hidden Messages

Question	Answer
What is the main idea of this selection	Cryptography is a useful process that can protect information security
The author might have included this first paragraph for which two of the following reasons	• To grab the reader’s attention • To introduce the topic of the article
Put these types of ways to send secret messages in the order in which they were used throughout history	Using physical objects to hide messages Employing manual letter substitution Analyzing frequency of word use Utilizing electronic digital encryption
What has caused encryptions to become more and more complex over the years	The need to stay ahead of improved methods of code breaking
What does this excerpt tell you about cryptanalysis	Frequency analysis uses patterns in languages to decipher encryptions
From how the words cryptography and cryptanalysis are used in this selection, you can deduce that their prefix means	Secret or hidden
How did Demaratus send his secret message to the greeks	By carving it on a wooden plank
Based on this excerpt what is the most amazing aspect of the Caesar Cipher	The principle on which it was based endured for centuries
Why does the author include information on the zimmerman telegram	To demonstrate how vital code breaking could be in changing the course of history
When the technology became available why did computer encryptions replace manual ones	Computers use more complex algorithms and generate cipher text instantly

Taking It to the Extreme

Question	Answer
Which of the following quotes from the selection captures the central idea?	“It’s good to get out of our comfort bubbles and know what we’re capable of.”
Which two statements best explains why Jessica Goldman prefers to run solo?	• She does not want to be limited by what others expect of her. • She can put her needs first and go at her own pace.
Ultra runners Goldman and Carlson have similar training strategy. What is it?	They sign up for races they know they are not ready for.
This selection explains that many ocean rowers quit when all they see is “360 degrees of just horizon.” This means that rowers often turn back because…	They are unable to see land in any direction, just sea and sky.
Jessica Watson was on a mission when she sailed around the world solo. Based on this selection, what was it?	She wanted to defy people’s stereotypical ideas of girls.
The word “endurance” is used to describe and athletic pursuit that takes place…	Over a prolonged period of time.
Bryce Carlson rowed across the north Atlantic Ocean in record time. Which two details did he record in a diary on a daily basis?	Biggest challenge that day and how he handled it
Endurance athlete Carlson uses the word “wanderlust” to describe the…	Sense of endurance that takes endurance athletes to different parts of the world.
Which statement best summarizes the idea expressed in this excerpt?	Setting goals is important, but staying connected to the present moment is a priority.
Which statement below would the author most likely agree with?	Endurance athletes contend with overwhelming physical and emotional challenges.

Brill’s Ultimate Deception

Question	Answer
This selection’s theme can best be described as the…	Pain of loneliness.
Choose the sentence from the excerpt that contains the figure of speech called personification.	“What has been happening to me?” said the sad little eyes.
How does the mood shift from the first excerpt to the second?	From joyful to melancholy
The boy and girl view Ms.Brill with…	Disdain.
Based on the two excerpts from this selection, what symbol does the fur stole most likely represent?	Miss Brill’s youth
What does Ms.Brill focus on the most when she is observing other people?	Clothes and colors
Miss Brill tells the old, invalid gentleman that she is…	An actress.
How does the “gentlemen in grey” respond to the woman wearing the “ermine toque”?	He lit a cigarette and walked away from her.
Miss Brill thinks she and the other people she observes are…	Actors in a play.
In this excerpt, the author uses descriptive details to compare…	The old people on the bench to the little children.

Peace Without Victory

Question	Answer
The central idea of this selection is how President Woodrow Wilson’s…	Failure to maintain peace changed the course of U.S. history.
Which one of the following best describes President Wilson’s attitude in this excerpt from the selection?	Deliberative
Choose one sentence in this excerpt that best provides the strongest supporting evidence of President Wilson’s predictions when making the anguished decision to declare war.	All in all, 116,516 Americans died in World War I among about nine million deaths worldwide.
Which two of the following statements can you most strongly infer from this excerpt?	President Wilson knew the outcome of the war would make lasting peace impossible. • President Wilson was willing to do whatever it took to avoid going to war.
Which two of the following can you deduce from these two excerpts?	President Wilson tried all he could to avoid declaring war. • President Wilson was a strong believer in democracy.
How did the United States’ relationship to the world change when President Wilson declared war on Germany in 1917?	It went from neutral to a prominent power.
In this excerpt, the word “indignation” most closely means…	Outrage.
The author includes this last line in the text mainly to…	Encourage readers to think about the impact of President Wilson’s decision.
Based on the excerpt, which two of the following events triggered President Wilson to declare war on Germany?	Unrestricted submarine warfare The Zimmermann Telegram
According to the author, President Wilson won his 1916 re-election campaign on which one of these following campaign slogans?	“He kept us out of war.”

From Prisoner to President

Question	Answer
What is the main idea of this selection?	A strong leader achieves peace and democracy in a troubled nation.
Which method would the Youth League support to end apartheid?	Boycotts
The need for the Youth League’s tougher policies became evident when	A political party supporting segregation continued to win elections.
That Mandela opened a law firm to help people with no access to legal service, but then was forced to move to a place where	He could not be reached by needy clients is an example of irony.
As a result of apartheid policies, non-whites were confined to certain	Neighborhoods, jobs, and schools.
What was the most important reason Mandela changed his stand on using violence to overturn apartheid?	The government responded to peaceful protests with violence.
In this excerpt, the tone of Mandela’s words to the U.S. Congress could be described as	persuasive.
How were President de Klerk former and President Botha different?	De Klerk was more open to change.
In this excerpt, what did Mandela mean when he said the Elders “can speak freely and coldly”?	Their independence would allow them to give honest opinions.
The author describes Mandela as inspirational. Which sentence supports this view?	He brought together prisoners of different political groups so they could learn and talk to one another in a productive manner.

Beyond The White House

Question	Answer
Selection is mainly about	Notable accomplishments of presidents
William Howard Taft burial was significant! Why?	Only one other former president is buried there
Based on what you read in this selection, the president who was most likely to be involved in this activity was	Jimmy Carter
John Quincy Adams earned the nickname “Old Man Eloquent” because he was known for his	Well Spoken Arguments
Why does the author mention former presidents Grant, Reagan, and Eisenhower in the following passage?	To highlight the differing post presidential lives of former presidents
Put these presidents in the order in which they served, from earliest to latest.	Jefferson, Adams, Taft, Carter
Thomas Jefferson’s commitment to education was demonstrated by his	Efforts to establish the University of Virginia.
The “Corrupt Bargain” resulted from	Henry Clay’s decision to support John Adams’ bid for the presidency over Andrew Jackson.
Which two former presidents continued to work in government after leaving the White House, and in what capacity?	William Howard Taft, as a Supreme Court Justice John Quincy Adams, as a Congressman

Stand Against Bullying

Question	Answer
This selection is mainly about	Impact of cyberbullying
Bullying is an intentional, repetitive	Choose victims with less
Based on this text, which two of the following	• Modern technology means • Bullies can remain invisible
Place these events in order	Bullying got the public’s… Georgia became… A study found… The ad council launched
The I Am A Witness campaign was a “unique approach…	Emoji it used to empower
The author describes bystanders as a	Teens who witness bullying
Based on this excerpt, bullying	May have helped early
Based on your answer to the previous question, you can reasonably	Building a more inclusive culture
Read this excerpt from the end of this text. The point of view changes…	Giving instructions directly to the reader

Campus Confrontation

Question	Answer
The central idea of this selection is that the violent outcome of what began as a peaceful anti-war protest	Increased tensions on U.S college campuses and raised important questions about the right to protest.
Kent State geology teacher, Glenn Frank is best described as?	Peace Keeper
In this quote from the selection, the words “Blanks” mostly mean?	Gun cartridge’s that contain no bullets but generate explosive sounds.
Put the following events in order in which they occurred in history.	President Nixon expanded U.S military presence to Cambodia. The Ohio national guard was sent to Kent State University Hundred of students gathered at Kent State Commons. Shots fired by the Ohio National Guard rang out on the Kent State Campus.
In this selection, President Richard Nixon could be best described as a:	Political Flip-Flopper
Tear gas is sometimes used during protest in the United States. Despite it being banned in 1997. This is done for which of the two reasons.	• The effects of tear gas are temporarily unpleasant but usually doesn’t cause lasting health problems. • A more effective chemical agent for crowd control yet to be developed.
In this excerpt from the selection, The students are best depicted as?	Defiant yet Law-abiding, while the national guard is presented as severe and aggressive.
For which likely reason, did the author include this excerpt into the selection?	To illustrate the uncertainties that lie at the heart of an important and tragic historic event.
What most likely would have happened if the students knew the guard members rifles contained live ammunition.	The students might have dispersed or at least not confronted the guardsmen returning to the commons.
The items in this image relate to this selection in which one of the following ways?	Allison Krause said Flowers were better than Bullets.

The First Superpower

Question	Answer
This selection is mostly about the	history and accomplishments of the ancient Romans.
In which two ways did Rome thrive under Augustus’s rule?	Its armies advanced through Europe; it expanded the highway system.
Which two of the following are evidence that Rome was the world’s first superpower?	military conquests; engineering feats.
After Caesar’s death, how did Octavian achieve a high-ranking position?	He defeated Mark Antony and forced the Roman Senate to elect him.
The patricians, plebeians, and enslaved people all	lived in Rome.
Choose the one sentence in this excerpt that explains why the Senate was…	Some senators feared he would use his power to crown himself king.
Read this sentence from the selection. The word “degraded” is best replaced by which word?	collapsed
Read this excerpt. How does the author structure this excerpt?	Lists events in the order of occurrence
Read this excerpt. What is the point of view of this excerpt?	Third person.
Choose the one sentence in this excerpt that best explains why statues and constructed throughout the Roman empire.	Statues, columns, and buildings carved from gleaming white marble Rome’s greatness throughout the Empire.

Top Secret

The practice of devising secret codes and developing ways to break them has been around since ancient times.

Question	Answer
What is the main idea of the selection?	Cryptography is a useful process that can protect information security.
What does this excerpt tell you about cryptanalysis?	Frequency analysis uses patterns in languages to decipher encryptions.
When the technology became available, why did computer encryptions replace manual ones?	Computers use more complex algorithms and generate ciphertext instantly.
From how the words cryptography and cryptanalysis are used in this selection, you can deduce that their prefix means	secret or hidden.
Based on this excerpt, what is the most amazing aspect of the Caesar Cipher?	The principle on which it was based endured for centuries.
The author might have included this first paragraph for which two of the following reasons?	to grab the reader’s attention; to introduce the topic of the article.
What has caused encryptions to become more and more complex over the years?	the need to stay ahead of improved methods of code breaking.
Why does the author include information on the “Zimmerman Telegram”?	to demonstrate how vital code breaking could be in changing the course of history.
How did Demaratus send his secret message to the Greeks?	by carving it in a wooden plank.
If you are shopping online and see an icon like this image, what does it mean?	Your personal information is encrypted and sent to a secure location.

The Horror of Enslavement

Question	Answer
Which statement expresses the central theme of this selection?	Several European countries played an integral role in the development and growth of the lucrative, yet abhorrent, transatlantic slave trade.
What were the main crops that supported the slave trade over time?	plantation crops like sugarcane, cotton, and indigo
Based on this selection, what was one factor that drove the development of the transatlantic slave trade?	the prospect of profits from business development and the consequent need for labor.
Which statement best summarizes this excerpt from the selection?	A combination of luck, knowledge, and location allowed Portugal to be the first country to explore Africa’s coast and eventually succeed in global trade.
Choose the one sentence in this excerpt that describes a bilateral, rather than triangular…	For example, according to the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade Database–an authoritative source on slaving journeys–almost 40 percent of captive Africans came to the Americas on ships that sailed directly from Africa to the Americas.
Which detail from this selection most strongly depicts the inhumanity of the transatlantic slave trade?	The quote from six-year-old Venture Smith, who was captured, sold to slave traders, and held with a rope around his neck.
What was a primary reason so many European countries choose to capture and enslave people…	Africa had already developed trading systems and routes for enslaved humans and goods.
In this excerpt, the word “inferior” most closely means	subordinate.
Read these two excerpts from the selection. Both Spanich and Dutch slave traders had which one of the following in common?	Both shipped enslaved people from Africa to the Americas.

Rescue, Rehab, And Release

Question	Answer
What is the main idea of this selection?	Trained, caring people rescue injured wildlife and prepare them for release back into the wild.
What could be considered a standard procedure to keep a wild animal calm in captivity?	covering the animal’s eyes with a towel
In the author’s description of the eagle’s	surgery, which happened last? Bright blue wraps were placed over the eagle’s bandages.
Why was it important that the eagle be kept in	an initial period of cage rest?to prevent further damage to her bones and wounds
Why does the author refer to the eagle as “no birdbrain”?	The eagle had learned to avoid fish with medication.
In this excerpt, the author creates a mood of	anticipation
What is the main reason rehabbers try to prevent their “patients” from becoming stressed?	so that they can put their energies into healing
What would most likely happen to the eagle if the CROW rehabbers had released her without performing physical therapy?	She would not be able to catch food and could starve.
What evidence does the author give to show that the eagle was ready for release?	The eagle showed it could feed itself by catching a fish in the cage.
Why was it important for the rehabbers to return the eagle to the Dairy Queen location?	It was a location with which the eagle was familiar.

Fact Or Fiction

There were reports that the “Fact or Fiction” section answers are Incorrect and provide only 60%! Use them carefully!

Question	Answer
What is the main idea?	Urban legends arise when …
Put these events in order	(1) Pop rocks are marketed (2) An urban Legend spreads (3) A company Changes (4) Pop rocks are back
Why do many people feel compelled to tell cautionary types of urban legends like that of ” Pop Rocks and Soda Pop?”	To inform others …
What is probably the most important reason urban legends are believed?	They contain elements of the truth …
What evidence does the author..	Scientists have conducted experiments…
Why did the company that made Pop rocks…	Another company brought the rights to..
If someone eating Pop rocks were told …	uneasiness
what is probably the most important…	contains elements of the truth
why does the author relate the…	To illustrate the media can…
Based on this excerpt, how did John F. Kennedy’s use …	The inventor thought that when…

No Technology Challenge

Question	Answer
Main Idea	Face to face interaction.
Put in order	a – Choose a meaningful b – Discuss and analyse a c – Put the ideas d – Reflect and report
Mr. Crawford uses the phrase…	Focus on living.
According to Mister Crawford	To seek self + to find closure over…
In this part of the selection	Skylar and Jason had been there…
Skylar feels rejected because	Think they should date others…
Which sentence from the selection	By the time she went to bed…
Choose the sentence…	Skylar smiled confidently…
According to this selection	Find purpose and fulfillment…
Based on what you have read	Jason and Skylar would not have repaired…

Leaping into Fame

Question	Answer
What is the main idea of this selection?	Some dancers have to overcome obstacles, prejudice, and even tragedy in order to fulfill their dreams.
Put the following events that reflect the history of ballet in the correct order, starting with the earliest	a – Catherine de Medici… b – King Louie XIV performs… c – Charles Didelot invents… d – Anna Pavlova dances…
Choose the sentence in the excerpt that reflects a change in the attitude for ballet	Designed as a showcase for Tagoloni’s…
The ballerinas in this image are demonstrating which ballet position	En pointe…
What do Cisneros, Deprince, and Copeland all have in common	They all became prima ballerinas despite…
Which of the following contributed to Cisneros interest in ballet	Her mother encouraged…
Because she was of Spanish decent	Made her put makeup…
Which sentence best captures	I have always felt…
What is one way Copeland could have been described as a “poppy in a field of daffodils”	She was shorter
What evidence does the author give to support	Copeland filed emancipation

Guilty or Innocent

Question	Answer
What is the main idea of this selection?	A wrongly accused man
Choose the sentence in this	The starched blue blouses
Which two activities does the author	Pushing a plow. Reaping grain.
Based on this excerpt, which…	Practicality. Thriftiness.
What is the underlying mood of…	Distrustful.
Based on your answer to the previous…	“Distrustful” suggests the people…
Based on this excerpt the author…	Empathy for Hauchercorne.
Based on this excerpt, how do Hauchercorne’s…	His friends became convinced…
This selection is told from the point of view…	The farmer Hauchercorne.
What happens to Hauchercorne at…	He is driven to insanity

What’s In a Dollar – Know Your Money

Question	Answer
This selection is mainly about?	The role of the federal reserve.
The unfinished pyramid on the U.S. $1 bill	Country’s future growth.
In this excerpt, what does the phrase “out of many, one” mean?	The 13 colonies united to form one country.
What financial crisis led to the passage of the Federal Reserve Act of 1913?	A panic of bank withdrawals.
According to the selection which two of the following things can happen to the money that…	1. It is lent to other people to use as interest. 2. It is invested.
The primary responsibility of the U.S. Treasury Department is?	Managing federal finances.
Lowering the funds rate generally causes a rise in the stock market because?	Lower interest rates will lead to an increase of consumer spending.
The author backs up the statement that the economy can be unpredictable	Natural disasters can affect the demands for goods and disrupt production.
Reread this excerpt. Which two of the following things usually occur when the Fed lowers the funds interest?	1. Stock market value increases. 2. People borrow money to make purchases.
Based on this excerpt, which if the following would indicate that the Fed is doing a good job	A high rate of employment for U.S. workers.

Is That A Bug On Your Plate?

Question	Answer
The central idea of this text is that	A cultural shift is needed before the regular consumption of insects becomes acceptable
After reading this excerpt, you can tell that one fear surrounding this movement is	That some people are afraid insects will become the only affordable source of protein available to them
Which set of words best represents the tone of this text?	Factual and informative
According to the text, one of the obstacles preventing people from eating insects is that	Some countries, such as Spain, have made selling insect-based foods illegal
In this excerpt, the author suggests that one reason insects are not considered as a source of food is because	Insect-based foods are though of as gross or funny food items
Based on this excerpt, it can be inferred that insects are a better source of protein than lab-grown meat because	Currently lab-grown meat is too expensive
Based on this excerpt, what is the effect of comparing the popularity of sushi to the current situation of insect-based foods?	It suggest that the perception around eating insects will change for the better, like it did for sushi
Which of the following words best describes the mood of this excerpt?	Peaceful
The genre of this selection can be best described as	Journalistic non-fiction
Which of the following inferences can be drawn from the excerpt you read?	One reason this movement is not growing is because people who have traditionally eaten insects are now eating more meat

Douglas Denounces Slavery

Question	Answer
What is the main idea of this speech?	Celebrations of independence are meaningless to a slave.
In his speech Douglass accuses the audience of…	Showing hypocrisy by celebrating liberty while there is slavery in America.
What was Douglass’ opinion of the Declaration Of Independence….	It included principals that he thought should apply to all people.
In this excerpt, what would make Douglass’ task “light” and “delightful”	Granting the slaves freedom to truly enjoy independence.
In this excerpt the phrase “in fetters” most closely means…	In chains…
Which sentence from the selection supports the irony Douglass’ being asked to speak on the Fourth of July…	The rich inheritance of justice, liberty, prosperity and independence, bequeathed by your fathers , is shared by you, not by me…
What is the main reason Douglass accepts the invitation to speak even though he cannot celebrate independence…	To use the occasion to denounce the wrongs of American slavery…
Based on this excerpt, what issue on slavery does Douglass feel there is no need to defend…	The humanity of the slave…
In this excerpt, Douglass’ tone could be described as	Accusatory…
In this excerpt what does the author mean by “America reigns without a rival”?	America is the worst practitioner of abuses…

Paleontologists’ New Model

Question	Answer
Which of the following statements conveys the central idea of this selection?	Paleontologists are reconstructing dinosaur species to learn how they looked and lived in the past.
The author explains that the patterns on animals’ skin are due to countershading. Animals do this to…	Avoid predators.
Think about your answer to the previous question. Which sentence from the selection supports that answer?	It helps an animal blend into the landscape by making it appear less three-dimensional to the predators.
Choose the sentence from this excerpt that describes what Vinther and his team learned about the Psittacosaurus.	The countershading told Vinther’s team that Psittacosaurus lived in a closed light environment, such as under a forest canopy.
The author’s tone in this sentence is both…	Informative and sarcastic.
When the author describes the reconstruction of the Psittacosaurus, you can picture how the…	Exhibit and dinosaur look.
Based on the selection, the “highly pigmented clusters of scales” on the Psittacosaurus is an example of…	Countershading.
Some paleontologists believe that parrots may have evolved from Psittacosaurus. Which sentence from the selection supports the opposite claim?	“If this parrot-like musculature were to arise in one species, you would expect to see evidence for it elsewhere in the lineage–we don’t.”
If a fossil shows an animal had a dark back and a pale stomach, then it most likely lived in…	A grassland.
Put these steps to describe the reconstruction of the Psittacosaurus in order.	Vinther’s team fired a laser to highlight fluorescent materials in the dinosaur scales. Vinther’s team used an electron microscope to confirm the presence of melanosomes. Vinther’s team created a three-dimensional model. Vinther’s team and Robert Nicholls reconstructed the dinosaur.

Dancing with Hope

Question	Answer
What is the main idea of this selection?	Some dancers have to overcome obstacles, prejudice, and even tragedy in order to fulfill their dreams.
What evidence does the author give to support the statement that Copeland did not always get along with her mother?	Copeland filed for emancipation from her mother.
If this excerpt on DePrince became part of an autobiography, how would it be different?	It would delve more into DePrince’s feelings and struggles as an orphan.
Because she was of Hispanic descent, Cisneros’ teachers often	Made her put on make-up to lighten her skin.
Put the following events that reflect the history of ballet in the correct order, starting with the earliest.	Catherine de Medici, wife of King Henry II, supports ballet financially in the French Court. King Louis XIV performs many ballet roles, including that of the Sun King. Charles Didelot invents a flying machine that lifts ballerinas in the air with wires. Anna Pavlova dances en pointe for the Imperial Russian ballet.
What is one reason Copeland could be described as a “poppy in a field of daffodils”?	She is very short in height for a ballerina.
Which of the following contributed to Evelyn Cisneros’ interest in ballet?	Her mother encouraged her to take a ballet class because she was so shy.
Modern pointe shoes have which of the two following characteristics?	• They are made of satin layers stiffened with glue. • They have rigid, box-like enclosures to protect the toes.
What do Cisneros, DePrince, and Copeland have in common?	They provide a more diverse image of what a ballerina looks like.
The ballerinas in this image are demonstrating which ballet position?	En pointe
Which sentence best captures Cisneros’ feelings about her Hispanic roots?	“I always felt my Mexican heritage gave me a richer well to draw from, not the opposite.”
What is the tone reflected by DePrince in this excerpt?	Optimism
Choose the sentence in this excerpt that reflects a change in attitude towards ballet	“Designed as a showcase for Taglioni’s talent, it was the first ballet in which dance en pointe had an aesthetic rationale, and was not merely an aerobic stunt that involved ungraceful arm movements and physical exertions.”

Goals of a Free Society

Question	Answer
Eisenhower’s address mainly…	Changes nation was to make.
In his speech, Eisenhower notes there is the uncertainty that America will continue to face	Outsized increases in defense spending.
Outsized increases in defense spending…	Equality, compassion…
What does this excerpt tell you about the years of Eisenhower’s presidency	There had been military buildup unprecedented in American history.
According to Eisenhower, “good judgment seeks” which 2 of the following qualities	Balance, progress.
When he mentions the”military-industrial complex,” Eisenhower is referring to	The combination of a large standing army and permanent.
Eisenhower notes that “threats, new in mind or degree constantly aside.” What is one threat he cites and from where does the threat originate…	The intellectual compromise of universities due to high levels of government-funded research.
Choose the sentence in this excerpt that gives the best evidence for why the U.S has expanded its and industry according to Eisenhower	But now we can no longer risk emergency improvisation.
The first excerpt is from Eisenhower’s speech. The second is from JFK. What is the tone of each excerpt?	Kennedy is more optimistic about relations with the Soviet Union…
In this excerpt, what is Eisenhower’s make concern in the establishment of what he terms “the military-industrial complex”	Its influence on the government could endanger democratic processes.

The Little Brown Bean (Coffee Talk)

Fresh report: One of the coffee bean questions was incorrect!

Question	Answer
This selection is mainly about coffee and…	How it spread and became popular around the world…
How was the earliest coffee different from what people consume today…	People chewed coffee beans…
In this excerpt, what does the phrase “a diplomatic tool” mean…	Coffee was used to ease negotiations…
Gabriel DeClieu was important to the history of coffee because…	He smuggled coffee plants into the new world…
What does the word “countenance” mean in this excerpt…	Allow…
Why were plantation workers paid do poorly…	Coffee prices were lower than the cost of production…
How are robusta beans different from arabica beans…	They are far easier to grow…
Put these countries in order in which coffee made its appearance from first to last…	Ethiopia, Yemen, India, and Java…
Based on this selection, you can tell that the author’s opinion on coffee drinking is…	Positive…
Choose the sentence that best shoes why the production of coffee is so inconsistent.	Coffee is a highly volatile product, dependent on weather.

The Mentor

Question	Answer
What is the main idea of this selection?	Caring adult mentors can awaken at-risk youth to their potential
Who is the narrator of this selection?	Eduardo
Why do you think Eduardo became a mentor himself ten years later?	he wanted to transform young lives, the way his life was transformed
What do these two excerpts tell you about mentoring	it usually succeeds when the mentor and mentee have had similar experiences in life
What is the connection between Eduardo and Henry Blind Lemon Hodgegrass	They both experienced the transformative effect of music on their lives
Put the adult student relationships in order	– Mr. Rainey helps Eduardo – Henry Blind Lemon Hodgegrass inspires – Mr. Rainey tries to mentor James – Eduardo helps James
What is the important aspect of mentoring?	Open communication
In this selection, the author creates a comparison between	Eduardo and the strong warrior Alexander the Great
In the beginning which two conditions kept Eduardo from seeking a better life for himself?	His sense of inferiority His begrudging attitude
in this opening paragraph, the author creates a mood that could be described as	dejected
based on what you have read	he would have missed the chance to lead a meaningful fulfilling life

A Comic Book Legend

Question	Answer
What is the main idea of this selection?	The creator of super pop-culture icons transforms the comic book industry.
In this excerpt, what is the meaning of the word cameos?	Minor parts.
What did stan lee and Walt Disney have in common?	They both forged personal connections with their fans.
Choose the sentence in this excerpt that supports the author’s statement that lee was innovative.	He also pioneered the practice of using comics to comment on social & political issues such as racism & bigotry.
In this excerpt, the author intends the last sentence to have a tone of…	Bemusement.
What distinguished lee’s superheroes from earlier ones?	They possessed flawed humanity.
In what way did the fantastic four set a precedent for later marvel comics series?	They were superheroes who were a lot like everyday people.
Place the following events in stan lee’s life in order in which they occurred, from first to last…	Answer 1: He won a writing contest sponsored by a local newspaper Answer 2: He got a job as an office assistant at timely publications Answer 3: He and artist Jack Kirby created the Fantastic Four Answer 4: He had a cameo role in the film “The Avengers.”
What trait set peter parker apart from other superheroes?	He was unsure of himself.
Which of the following provides the reader with insight into lee’s integrity?	He used a credit panel that gave credit not only to the writer and penciler but also the inker and letterer.

Walt Disney: Animation Innovator

Question	Answer
The central idea of this selection is that Walt Disney…	Is a cultural icon who pioneered the art of animation in the film industry.
Disney had just won an Oscar for “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” and was enjoying great success. This changed when…	The U.S. military took over Disney’s production studio as a base during WWII.
Based on your answer to the previous question, you can infer that Walt Disney Studio…	Was not earning as much during WWII.
Place these events in order from first to last to show a brief history of Walt Disney’s career.	Disney won a special Oscar for “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”. “The Mickey Mouse Club” made its first TV appearance. The Disney production “Mary Poppins” was nominated for 13 Academy Awards. Disney turned swampland into the theme park bearing his name.
Walt Disney’s secret land purchase of swampland led to the…	Realization of his bold vision to create a futuristic world.
Which detail from the text shows that the initial problems at Disneyland had no impact on its success?	The theme park had one million guests in less than two months.
Which statement about Walt Disney is correct?	He did not live to see the opening of Walt Disney World in Florida in 1971.
Based on what you have read, the author of this selection has written…	An account of Walt Disney’s career.
Walt Disney made “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” during the Great Depression. What is the significance of this?	At the height of a severe economic downturn, the film earned twice as much as any previous film.
Which type of figurative language does the author use in this excerpt?	Idiom

Ground Breaking Baseball Slugger Part 1

Question	Answer
The central idea of this selection is?	Hank Aarons Rise to baseball fame
The author structured this selection by:	Using subtitles to break up key information
Choose one sentence from this expert that best shows that people were predicting Aaron would have a good season.	As the braves broke camp for Milwaukie The Associated Press reported That Aaron looked so good, He might “Burn up the league with his hitting.”
Aaron had some unique strengths compared to other ballplayers. What sentence from the text supports that?	When he joined the team, the right-handed batter hit the way he always had, with an unusual cross-handed grip.
According to the selection, Milwaukee was sometimes referred as “Bushville” because it was:	A Midwest city with a new team.
What mostly motivated Aaron to become a Big-League ballplayer?	Watching Jackie Robison play Baseball.
Read this expert: The word “However” in this part of the text signals that the author is:	Switching to a different idea or thought.
Read this expert, What personal was Aaron able to reach during his career.	He played in a Major league team with Jackie Robisons.
This selection can be best described as informational nonfiction because it	Gives facts and details about a specific topic.
Which two adjectives can be used to describe Aaron’s character?	• Strong • Quiet

Ground Breaking Baseball Slugger Part 2

Question	Answer
The selection is mostly about?	The life, accomplishments, and legacy of Hank Aaron.
Read this excerpt. The authors intent of this paragraph is to:	Give a summary of the details introduced in Part 1.
Which sentence from this selection gives the reader the idea that the Braves were having a good season.	They outscored every team in the league.
Choose the 2 sentences from the excerpt that explain what Aarons goals were as an executive.	• He planned to prove to baseball and the business world that he can be a difference-maker in the sport and society. • He would keep Jackie Robison legacy alive with his deeds.
Read this expert. Based on this part, it is reasonable to predict that Hank Aaron would:	Try to break Babe Ruth’s home run record.
In this excerpt , the word “obligated” most closely means?	Required
Read this excerpt, Aaron felt that:	Black baseball players were not treated as well as white baseball players.
According to this selection, Aaron asked to be traded from the Braves for which two reasons.	He felt he could no longer hit the ball as well • He was not offered a role as an executive with his team.
This story is best described as a biography because it,	Describes the life of a real person.
Lester Maddox being elected governor of Georgia led too?	Aaron being uncomfortable being in Atlanta.

I Count Myself Lucky Part 1

Question	Answer
The central idea of this text is the 75th anniversary of D-day and the	Stories of surviving veterans who were there and others who supported this turning point of WWII
At the time of the combat and switchboard veterans of D-day were interviewed for this article they were all	At least 90 years old
Based on your answer to the previous question, you can reasonably conclude that the 75th anniversary of D-day	May have been the last opportunity to pay tribute to the few living veterans who served on D-day
This image pictures people enjoying the day at Sword Beach in Normandy. How does it relate to this selection?	Wireless operator Percy Lewis spent most of D-day at this beach avoiding enemy fire
Mick Jennings ferried a tank that carried troops onto the beach where they were open to attack. Despite his bravery, which quote from the text reveals Jennings as humble?	I’m just one of the thousands who was doing the job you were trained for
Which one of these statements best explains what these two excerpts show?	The author corrected a quote that had incorrectly used a word that expresses a feeling of jubilation
What does this passage contribute to the overall text?	It describes in sharp detail the stark facility where switchboard operators worked and slept
Select the sentence that best demonstrates the secrecy of the D-day invasion.	On their final briefings, he said: “we were told we were going to France, ‘and you won’t need a passport.'”
Which one of the following shows the significance of D-day to World War II?	The beach landing at Normandy were the largest seaborne attack in military history
In this excerpt, the author sets a mood of	Horror

I Count Myself Lucky Part 2

Question	Answer
What is the central idea of this selection?	Surviving veterans share their accounts of one of the most significant events of the 20th century
Which sentence from the text shows how these two excerpts connect?	If the invasion had gone forward on the original date, it would have failed
“Ike” Eisenhower was responsible for deciding the date of the D-day invasion. At this time, Eisenhower was	A general in the American military
Inland to advance into France and capture territory held by Germans	Inland to advance into France and capture territory held by Germans
Chemical weapons	Chemical weapons
Read this excerpt. The author of this article closes with the quote from Commander Craig Wood to create a sense of	Reverence
Alan Gaudern was born on D-day. What is the significance of this in his life?	His father was part of the D-day invasion and did not survive the war
A maxim is a literary device that is similar to the moral of a folktale. In this excerpt, Commander Craig Wood is using a maxim to	Warn people that nobody wants the horrors of D-day to be repeated
Which two of these statements can you infer based on these two excerpts about Hill 112?	• Capturing Caen was a significant victory for the Allied forces. • Alan Gaudern visits Hill 112 because his father was killed there
Bill Gladden survived D-day, and he wants people to remember that “victory didn’t come cheap.” Select the sentence from this text the best reflects this sentiment.	I feel as though I am passing the legacy of remembrance on to future generations, ensuring that we can always come to these remarkable places to reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and the real cost in human terms that these men and women made to preserve our freedom

Genetically Modified Pollinators Part 1

Question	Answer
This selection is mainly about the	Problems and controversies surrounding genetically modified bees
Jay Evans, Martin Beye, and Marianne Otte all	Are scientists who research bees
The word “malady” in this sentence is best replaced by the word	Condition
Read this excerpt. When the author says the technology was “in its infancy,” it means the technology was	New
Which sentence from the selection provides evidence that outlawing pesticides did not give the results activists had been looking for?	Since the EU began phasing out neonics in 2014, the honeybees’ recovery has not been as dramatic as hoped
This selection can best be described as informational nonfiction because it	Gives facts and details about a specific topic
The technique called Crispr-Cas9 allows scientists to	Inject honeybee embryos with a gene-manipulation solution
Besides pesticides, which two of the following threaten bee populations?	• Invasive parasites • Israeli acute paralysis virus
Choose the one sentence from this excerpt that shows the effect that clothianidin has on bees	Beye and Marianne Otte wanted people to understand the purpose of their work was to
Understand the genetic basis for bee behavior and not to build a pesticide-resistant bee	Understand the genetic basis for bee behavior and not to build a pesticide-resistant bee
Why did Bayer Crop Science create the pesticide clothianidin?	Genomics is important for scientists, as it allows them to
Genomics is important for scientists, as it allows them to	Have an understanding of bee health down to the chromosomal level.
Read this excerpt. Choose the one sentence that explains how the author was able to view the queen’s interaction in the hive.	The sides were made of a hard plastic for viewing

Genetically Modified Pollinators Part 2

Question	Answer
Current actions being taken to stop genetically modifying bees	Current actions being taken to stop genetically modifying bees
Choose the one sentence in this excerpt that supports the claim that Bayer was not completely opposed to listening to Haefeker’s point of view	“Bayer officials told me they largely concur with his view that the industry is beginning to grow less reliant on chemicals, and investing more in big data and tiny robots; they even let Haefer in the building from time to time to discuss that digital future.”
Actively moving	Actively moving
According to the selection, which two areas could be impacted if bees disappear?	• Food crops • Biofuels
Read these two excerpts, These excerpts compare	What bee activity was like before and after neonics
Read this excerpt. The author uses the parentheses to	Give the reader an example
Based on the text, which of the following projects using genetically modified insects is being considered by the U.S. Department of Defense?	Insect Allies
This text gives facts and details about genetically modifying honeybees. This text can best be described as a work of	Nonfiction
Based on the text. which two groups were Europe’s beekeepers fighting against?	Monsanto World Trade Organization
One reason beekeepers are against genetically engineering honeybees is because	It is an area of agriculture that is not managed and owned by anyone
Read this excerpt. The author added this note to	Review information from Part 1

When Students Protest

Question	Answer
The central idea of this selection is that the violent outcome of what began as a peaceful anti-war protest…	Increased tensions on U.S. college campuses and raised important questions about the right to protest…
In this selection, President Richard Nixon could best be described as a…	Political flip-flopper…
Tear gas is sometimes used during protests in the United States despite it being banned from international use in 1997. This is done for which two of the following reasons?	Answer 1: The effects of tear gas are temporarily unpleasant but don’t usually cause lasting health problems Answer 2: A more effective chemical agent for crowd control is yet to be developed.
What most likely would have happened if students knew the guard members’ rifles contained live ammunition?	The students might have dispersed or at least not confronted the guardsmen returning to the Commons.
Put the following events from the selection in the order in which they occurred in history.	Ans 1: President Nixon expanded U.S. military presence in Cambodia. Ans 2: The Ohio National Guard was sent to Kent State University Ans 3: Hundreds of students gathered at the Kent State Commons Ans 4: Shots fired by the Ohio National Guard rang out on the Kent State campus.
Read this excerpt from the text. In the author’s descriptions of the early interactions between student protestors and the Ohio National Guard on May 4, 1970, it seems likely that	Both parties misread the other’s actions.
The items in this image relate to this selection in which one of the following ways?	Allison Krause said flowers were better than bullets.
In this excerpt from the selection, the students are depicted as	Defiant yet mainly law-abiding, while the National Guard is presented as severe & aggressive.
In this quote from the selection, the word “blanks” most closely means	Gun cartridges that contain no bullets but generate explosive sounds.
For which likely reason did the author include this excerpt in the selection?	To illustrate the uncertainties that lie at the heart of an important and tragic historic event.

More Than a Game

Question	Answer
Which of the following sentences best summarizes the selection’s main central idea?	The pioneers in women’s sports created the opportunity for today’s athletes to be successful.
In this selection, the author states that “women’s basketball basically disappeared for decades.” Why?	People believed that basketball was too rough a sport for women.
Read this excerpt. The formation of a women’s professional baseball league was a result of…	Male baseball players signing up to fight in World War II.
Throughout the text selection, the author uses subtitles like COURTING SUCCESS to…	Organize the text sport by sport in order to help the reader understand the information.
In this excerpt, the author’s tone can be best described as…	Celebratory.
What was the author’s purpose in writing this selection?	To profile famous women athletes in history.
In this selection, the author states that “equal prize money for women was one of King’s top causes.” King proved this by…	Refusing to play in tournaments if pay amounts were not changed.
Based on the information in this selection, why did Pat Summit receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Obama in 2012?	She had more wins than any other coach in women’s college basketball history.
In this selection, Diane Crump’s performance despite the crowds at the race track proves that she is…	Persistent.
Which sentence from the selection best confirms why Title IX was a significant law for women’s sports?	It required colleges and universities o give women the same opportunities and men.
Put in order the events that led to the creation of the WNBA, from first to last…	Title IX is passed. The Olympics creates. Nancy Liberman is. The U.S women’s.
Nancy Liberman and Becky Hammon became the first female coaches in certain divisions of men’s basketball. This was made possible by…	The creation of the WNBA.
In this excerpt, the word “barred” would be best replaced with the word…	Restricted.

Going For Gold

Question	Answer
This selection mainly focuses on…	Memorable moments in Olympic figure skating.
Based on what you have read, you can infer that skating at the 1968 Olympics would have been an emotional event for Peggy Fleming. Why?	Just seven years earlier, the entire U.S. figure skating team had been killed in a plane crash.
Read this excerpt from the selection and one from another source. Which question do these excerpts raise?	How will competitive figure skaters push the limits when there are no new jumps to master?
What do these two excerpts demonstrate about the sport of figure skating?	The evolving athleticism and risk-taking in the sport.
In 2010, 19-year-old Mao Asada became the first woman to land two triple Axels in one Olympic performance. What was surprising about this?	Despite making Olympic history, she still lost the gold medal to her rival Yuna Kim.
Select the one sentence in this excerpt that contains a figurative expression	“It was a huge, huge loss that cut our sport at the knees,” Fleming said later
Which skater is credited with giving hope to figure skating when a plane crash killed the entire skating team along with their coaches?	Peggy Fleming.
The author’s purpose in writing this selection was most likely to…	Present information about notable stories in the sport of competitive figure skating.
Read this excerpt from the selection. In the context of this excerpt, the closest synonym for ‘compulsory’ is…	Mandatory.
Michelle Kwan, considered by many to be the greatest skater in the world…	Has never won a gold medal at the Olympics.

A Champion For The Poor or Barefoot College

Question	Answer
Main idea?	The best way.
What was the original purpose of the Old Campus…	To treat people.
What does this excerpt tell the reader about India’s caste system?	The caste system put people.
The term “Barefoot College” was taken from a Chinese healthcare program but what did it mean to the villagers of India?	This school would be for people so poor they had no shoes.
What two unconventional solutions have the Barefoot College created…	– The college instructs students. – The college educates.
Choose the sentence in this excerpt that best summarizes the work of the Social Work and Research Center…	Their goal was to address.
What evidence does the author give to show that Barefoot College tries hard…	The college operates Night Schools.
Based on this selection, why does Roy admire Mohandas Gandhi?	Because Gandhi believed all people deserve respect.
In this excerpt, Bunker Roy’s observation about his education has a tone of…	Contempt.
Why does the author cite Gandhi’s quote…	To demonstrate that persistence against all odds can lead to victory.
Why was Roy’s mother upset when he told her he wanted to help poor villagers?	She presumed he would use his education.
The success of Roy’s efforts to help the poor were a result of…	Heartfelt collaboration.

The Dino Cowboy

Question	Answer
The main point	As a result of controversies, what may be the best dinosaur fossils ever discovered may never be viewed by the public
Choose the sentence	“Thirteen years later, the number of people who have seen the fossils remain in the low doble digits”
Based on selection, why was phipps confused after discovering the claw in the dirt?	It did not belong to the fossil the team was removing
The mood in this excerpt can be described as	Tense
The author points out that the question…	Fossil found on what was once native land
In this excerpt phipps states	Anticipated making millions on this discovery
Paleontologist were especially interested in the tyrannosaur fossil because	It can prove whether nanotyrannus was its own species
In which way are Clayton Phipps and Peter Larson similar?	Both have faced legal problems related to their fossil discoveries
Read this excerpt, the judge began with this story as	An entertaining way to introduce the decision in the lawsuit between the Murrays and the Seversons
In the context of this selection, the word impeds	Hinders
Which two details from the selection support the claim…	Teeth were found in one of the spines • The skull of one dinosaur was split open
Read these two excerpts. Which statement best captures the view of Jack Horner and Clayton Phipps?	Horner believes the fossils are scientifically useless, while Phipps believes the fossils are a great discovery
At first, the fossil hunters were not that excited about the pelvic…?	It wasn’t common to come across pelvis pieces. • It was located at the bottom of a canyon with no access by roads.

The Curiosity Mission/The Right Kind Of Crazy

Question	Answer
This selection is mostly about Adam Steltzner and…	The work he did on the Curiosity rover mission.
How does the author structure most of this text?	Question & answer interview format.
Which sentence from the selection gives a reason for why Steltzner sometimes feels he is in a “Dark Room”?	You will come up against times when you don’t have the answer.
This image is connected to the text because it shows the…	Sky Crane placing the rover on Mars.
What two unconventional solutions have the Barefoot College created…	The college instructs students. The college educates.
Read this excerpt. What is the point of view of this excerpt?	First person.
According to the selection, Steltzner…	Was not a good student in high school.
Read this excerpt from the text. Steltzner’s first job on the Curiosity mission was to…	Change the overall size of the rover.
Put the following events in order…	Adam steltzner told NASA. The Curiosity rover was launched. The Curiosity rover landed in. The Curiosity rover took more than 72,000.
According to Steltzner, which two of the following are defining traits and habits of effective leaders?	Respectful. Enjoy intellectual debate.
According to Steltzner, using the Sky Crane was a challenge because…	It could not be tested on Earth.
Read this sentence from the text. The word “maneuver” is best replaced…	Exercise.
This selection gives facts and details about the Curiosity mission to Mars. This selection can best be described as…	Informational nonfiction.

Wartime Strategy

Question	Answer
This selection is mainly about	intrigue and espionage
Based on what you read, which piece of military intelligence would be the least beneficial?	A Marine overhears people talking about the condition of their city
If the Allies’ disinformation plan was successful, the Germans would	amass troops in Sardinia
Which two conditions had to be met to make a dead body a good candidate for Operation Mincemeat?	– a cause of death compatible with drowning – a physique and age-appropriate for a British soldier
Which sentence explains why the Operation Mincemeat team told sailors that the canister contained a weather device?	A simple conversation between a sailor and a civilian friend of questionable loyalties could lead to the downfall of a long-planned military operation
Put these events in the order in which they occurred, starting with the earliest.	– Major Martin’s name appears on a casualty list in a British newspaper – Local fishermen recover the body of Major Martin off the coast of Spain – Spanish officials pass off the information in the briefcase to German agents – Germany prepares for an imminent attack on the island of Sardina
Based on this excerpt, British intelligence identified France, Greece, and Italy as possible European invasion points because”	these countries were closest to the troops in North Africa
Choose the sentence in this excerpt that demonstrates the German’s diligence in evaluating the contents of Major Martin’s wallet.	Montagu learned later that German Intelligence officers checked the information on the tickets to determine if it was feasible that Martin could have been in London on the dates indicated.
In this excerpt, the phrase “he might bring some sardines with him” in Mountbatten’s letter to Cunningham was probably included so it would seem as if it were	a code.
What was the author’s purpose in writing this selection?	to describe intricate details that made a mission successful.

One-Way Ticket

Question	Answer
What is the main idea of this selection?	There are many obstacles to establish a human colony on Mars.
Why does Mars appear red from Earth in the night sky?	Surface is covered with iron oxide.
What is ultimately the biggest obstacle to a truly livable colony on Mars?	The lack of a magnetic shield to protect life against solar radiation.
Why was former President George Bush’s call for a manned mission to Mars considered controversial?	The mission would add greatly to an already huge national debt.
What caused the sense of national urgency to land Americans on the Moon?	The ideological battle that resulted from the Cold War.
In this excerpt, what does the author mean by the phrase “part of human DNA”?	An innate human desire
Which statement supports the author’s claim that manned travel to Mars is full of obstacles?	Manned missions to the moon required just over three days of flight time, while a trip to Mars might take between nine months to a year.
How does the author highlight the difficulty of sending humans on a mission to Mars?	By comparing a manned flight to an unmanned flight
What two problems are solved by having visitors to Mars remain to establish a colony rather than attempting a return trip?	• Exorbitant cost of fuel and supplies required for a return trip • Effect of Earth’s gravity following extended periods of weightlessness
How would this aspect or space travel affect astronauts traveling to Mars?	It would result in loss of muscle tissue and bone density.
Put these events in transforming Mars into a livable environment in the correct order, starting with the earliest.	Large amounts of greenhouse gases are produced. Rising temperatures release water stored as ice at the poles. Rainfall occurs regularly and rivers flow in the planet’s surface. The atmosphere consists of sufficient quantity of breathable air.
Which phrase describes the author’s opinion on establishing a human colony on Mars?	A possibility in the far future
How does the author highlight the difficulty of sending humans on a mission to mars?	By comparing a manned…

Fast-Growing Trash

Question	Answer
What is the main idea of this selection?	E-waste is a problem all nations need to address FastGrowing Trash
The author attributes the source of the ewaste problem to	ongoing advancements in technology and the escalating use of electronic devices.
What does the term “endoflife management” mean, as used in this excerpt?	a plan for the disposal or recycling of broken or obsolete electronic products
EStewards is a program that certifies recyclers	that are disposing of e-waste in a responsible manner.
Which sentence is true about toxic elements in circuit boards?	They expose not only humans but also developing fetuses to health hazards.
In this selection, “carbon black” refers to	a type of powder used in toner cartridges.
In this excerpt, Professor Pellow’s outlook on solving the ewaste problem could be described as	pessimistic.
Which sentence supports the claim that Creative Recycling Systems is a model recycling facility?	It safely converts obsolete electronic devices into reusable items.
The author includes the quote from Carroll’s “HighTech Trash” article most likely to	illustrate how recyclers are taking advantage of desperate conditions.
According to this selection, why is recycling ewaste so difficult?	E-waste has complex parts that are expensive to separate.

Ichabod Crane’s Haunted Ride Part 2

Question	Answer
This story is the second of two parts the second part of the story focuses mainly on	Ichabod’s encounter with the horseman and the mystery of his disappearance
What do these two excerpts have in common	Both tell stories about people’s encounters with the Horseman
What caused Ichabod to leave the Van Tassel’s party in such a bad mood	His talk with Katrina did not got well
Which sentence from the text gives the idea that something bad might happen to Ichabod while riding home	He was, moreover, approaching the very place where many of the scenes of the ghost stories had taken place
Read this excerpt the mood in this paragraph can best be described as	Uneasy
In addition to the dark and quiet night, what else made Ichabod feel nervous and anxious while riding home	The scary tales he heard at the party
When Ichabod met a dark figure on horseback on the road, what did the figure do	He rode next to Ichabod and kept the same pace
What did the townspeople say happened to Ichabod	He was carried off by the headless horseman
Years later, an old farmer who traveled to New York heard news about Ichabod. The news said that Ichabod	Moved to another part of the country, studied law and politics and became a judge
Read this excerpt what does it suggest about Brom	He knew something about the chase between the Horseman and Ichabod that others did not
The story describes an isolated church that is not far from a stream and a bridge. This setting is important because it is where	The headless horseman was most often
Choose the sentence…	The figure did not move…
The story describes a chase blah blah blah order order…	Ichabod saw Saddle Thought Horseman

A Walden-Inspired Experiment

Question	Answer
What is the main idea of this selection	Face to face interaction can lead to a personal understanding that technology doesn’t always allow
Read the introductory paragraph the words bustling and amiable signal that the overall mood in the classroom environment is	Active and jovial
What best describes Skylar’s mood in the classroom	Depressed
Mr. Crawford uses the phrase Walden inspired experiment to mean an activity in which the students	Focus on living in thoughtful and significant ways
In this part of the selection the repeated use of old when describing place and footsteps suggests	Skylar and Jason had been there many times during their relationship
Skylar feels rejected by Jason because he	Thinks they should date other people
Which sentence from the selection indicates the point at which Skylar begins to understand the value of their experiment	By the time she went to bed, Skylar felt closer and more connected to her parents than she had in a long time
According to this selection, Thoreau’s instruction to live deep and suck out all the marrow of life means to	Find purpose and fulfillment in all that we do
Based on what you have read, what could have happened if Jason had complained about being partnered with Skylar	Jason and Skylar would not have repaired their relationship while in the same class
This selection can best be described as	Contemporary fiction
According to Mr. Crawford, for which two reasons did Thoreau conduct his “experiment” at Walden Pond?	• To seek self-fulfillment • To find closure over his brother’s death
Choose the sentence in this excerpt that suggests Skylar and Jason will continue their relationship when their experiment is finished.	Skylar smiled confidently at Jason and he returned the smile.

Math’s Got Game

Question	Answer
What is the main idea of this selection?	Understanding mathematics can help a sports player perform better
Which two factors affect the behavior of a pitched baseball?	– atmospheric conditions – gravitational forces
What was the author’s purpose in writing this selection?	to point out connections between math and sports
The selection states that air passing over and through the fuzzy surface of a tennis ball creates resistance or drag. Why are worn tennis balls likely to be hit out of bounds more frequently?	They tend to travel faster
Reread this excerpt from the selection. In football, how does knowing the receiver’s vertical leap help the quarterback?	It gives the quarterback a more accurate range to complete the pass.
According to the selection, precision is so important to scoring in basketball because	the ball fits through the hoop with little room to spare.
What two factors should be taken into account to enhance the chances of making a successful jump shot in basketball?	– arc of the ball – amount of elevation
In this excerpt, what does the word “whereas” signal?	a difference between golf and soccer
What evidence does the author give to show that there’s more to a pitcher’s fastball than power?	Drag affects the velocity of a fastball
In this excerpt, what does the word “Hazardous” tell the reader?	the player’s score might be negatively affected

Legendary Leaders / Overcoming Injustice

Question
What is the main idea of this selection?	Change can be achieved through both violent and nonviolent actions.
The stage in Gandhi’s life that had the most profound effect on the development of his philosophy was his	early childhood years.
What might have happened if Gandhi had been able to negotiate a peaceful coexistence between Hindus and Muslims?	Gandhi’s assassination might have been averted.
Based on this excerpt, which sentence reflects what Gandhi meant about violence?	Violence is useless because its victory will not last.
How were Gandhi and Che Guevara similar?	They were passionate about their beliefs and dedicated to their ideals of social and political justice.
Che Guevara had a negative view of the United States because	the United States made no effort to help solve problems in Latin America.
According to Che Guevara, one of the major reasons for a country to turn to armed rebellion was to	overcome imperialism.
Which of the following is a valid comparison based on this selection?	Mahatma Gandhi is like Martin Luther King, Jr.
How do the authors make the point about enacting change through civil disobedience or through violence?	by comparing men who sought sweeping changes in different ways
Why is it ironic that Tshirts with Che Guevara’s image are being sold today?	Guevara hated capitalism and now companies are making money from the use of his image.

The Piece Of String

Question	Answer
The main idea of this story is	a person should not try to hide the true purpose for doing something, or risk having those actions misinterpreted.
Before he picked up the piece of string, Hauchecorne’s relationship with Malandain can best be described as	confrontational.
Reread this passage from the text. What is the underlying mood of the people in the marketplace?	distrustful
Based on your answer to the previous question, why is the underlying mood of the people important to know?	“Distrustful” suggests the people may not be willing or able to believe the truth of an event.
Of what is Hauchecorne accused?	theft.
Based on this passage from the text, the author intends for readers to develop	empathy for Hauchecorne.
What do the terms “buttonholed” and “buttonholing” mean in this part of the text?	detain for comment or conversation
How does Hauchecorne’s relationship with the other characters change as the story progresses?	His friends become convinced that he had something to do with the theft and turn against him.
This story is told from the point of view of an uninvolved narrator. How would this story be different if told from Monsieur le Mayor’s point of view?	The farmer Hauchecorne would have been presented to the reader as guilty from the start.
What happens at the end of this story?	Hauchecorne is driven to insanity and eventually death due to the false charges brought against him.

The Music Behind The Business Part 1

Question	Answer
Which sentence from the text best states the central idea of this selection?	Music, even when you are barley aware of it, can be surprisingly powerful.
The selection states that the core of a music consultant’s work is	Creating distinct, cohesive musical identities for brands.
Rob Wood’s company chooses songs for businesses. Clients hire Wood primarily for which two reasons?	– to create a certain atmosphere – to influence individuals’ behavior
Based on this excerpt, the most helpful characteristic a music consultant can have when creating a musical identity for a business is	Intuition.
Based on what you have read, what is “high dwell time”?	The practice of keeping customers browsing in a store for as long as possible
This excerpt is the opening paragraph of this selection. The author began this selection this way most likely to	Illustrate how specific the process of linking music to a particular business can be.
The approach explained in this excerpt could best be described as a study of human behavior that is based on	emotion.
An analogy is a comparison between two things. Choose the one sentence in this paragraph that uses an analogy to describe Mazak.	“It’s just a kind of amniotic fluid that surrounds us,” said a communications professor Gary Gumbert in a 1990 documentary.
George Owen Squier developed Mazak. Put these events from his life in the correct order from first to last. Ans:	– He served as an officer in the U.S. army. – He earned a doctorate in electrical engineering. – He developed a new way to transmit sound through wires – He created a company that enabled businesses to…
Based on this excerpt, which is an example of a physical effect of music?	A person walking or jogging in time to music

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