Unit 3 Review Jeopardy Template

Central Idea and Summary

Author's Purpose

Text and Visual Elements

Making Inferences

100

South of the equator, in the midst of the Brazilian rain forest, sits the bustling coastal city of Rio de Janeiro. Known for its beautiful beaches and tropical weather, Rio de Janeiro is a city that loves to celebrate. Every February, Rio hosts Carnival, a huge, multiday festival that involves floats, costumes, music, and dancing. But it's not just Carnival; in 2014, Brazil hosted the World Cup soccer tournament, and Rio's citizens are preparing to host the 2016 Olympics as well. With so much going on, shouldn't you get busy booking your ticket to Rio?

Which best states the central idea of the passage?

A. Rio de Janeiro is an exciting destination with many high-profile events.

B.If you love sports, nature, and partying, you should move to Rio de Janeiro.

C.The people of Rio de Janeiro enjoy holidays, parades, and celebration.

D.Rio is located in a rain forest south of the equator.

A. Rio de Janeiro is an exciting destination with many high-profile events.

100

Last Thursday, state lawmakers met to revise seat belt laws in our state. Previously, anyone 60 pounds and over was permitted to sit in the front seat of a vehicle with a seat belt, while anyone under 60 pounds had to sit in the back. Children under five had to use a car seat or booster seat appropriate for their size. The new law states that front seat passengers must be at least 60 pounds and 12 years old. Backseat laws remain the same.

Which statement best describes the author's purpose?

A.To explain why this change in automobile law was necessary

B.To persuade readers to make sure their children are in car seats.

C.To inform readers of a change in the law about automobile passengers

D.To entertain readers with a story about a bill being passed into law

C.To inform readers of a change in the law about automobile passengers

100

Which image is an example of graphic art?

100

Jenna's name was announced and she climbed the stairs to the stage. As she looked out at her friends and family, her eyes glistened with tears. "My fellow classmates," she began, as the flash of cameras lit up her face.

Which of these is an explicit detail from the text?A.Jenna walked onto the stage.

B.Jenna is upset.

C.Jenna received an award.

D.Jenna's family is taking her picture.

A.Jenna walked onto the stage.

300

If you've ever tasted homemade jam, you know the delicious rewards canning can bring. But although it is fun and rewarding, canning is not an easy task. First of all, you need to grow or buy fresh fruit and wash it carefully. Then the clean fruit has to be mashed, heated to a boil, and mixed with sugar and pectin to get it to gel. Once the fruit is ready, it must be poured carefully into clean, hot glass jars. Next, add a lid and submerge the jars in a boiling water bath for about 10 minutes. As they cool, the "pop" of the lid tells you they have sealed.

Which detail best supports the passage's central idea?

A.In addition to fruit, you can also can many vegetables.

B.Canning is fun but takes a lot of work and knowledge.

C.If the lid doesn't "pop," the jar is not sealed properly.

D.The jars used for canning must be hot as well as clean.

B.Canning is fun but takes a lot of work and knowledge.

300

Which supporting detail is most helpful in determining whether the author's purpose is to inform, explain, persuade, inspire, or entertain?

Just try not to laugh as I tell you about the time I made my sister a birthday cake! I'm not the greatest baker, but I was following a recipe. I mixed everything together just right and poured the batter into the pan. Then I placed it in the oven and set the temperature to 400 degrees, just like the directions said.

Exactly 18 minutes later, I pulled out the beautiful cake and frosted it. Everything was perfect until my sister cut into the cake. As she removed the first slice, uncooked batter oozed out from the middle of the cake. Guests looked at me with a mixture of shock and amusement. That's when I learned an important lesson about preheating the oven. We had fun retelling the story over ice cream sundaes at the shop down the street.

A.I was following a recipe.

B.Exactly 18 minutes later, I pulled out the beautiful cake...

C.Everything was perfect...

D.Guests looked at me with a mixture of shock and amusement.

300

Example 1:
Though widespread use of Zeppelins decreased dramatically after the Hindenburg disaster in 1937, they played a prominent role in World War I, most often serving as reconnaissance airships deployed to gather strategic information about enemy movements and fortifications. The Zeppelin's most valuable role, however, may have been intimidation — it dwarfed other types of aircraft at the time and often cast a huge shadow over the enemy below. Early deployments found the Zeppelin to be incredibly vulnerable to enemy fire, though, and it was forced to travel at high altitudes and, more often than not, with a substantial fighter plane escort.

Example 2:

How do the two examples differ in their approach to similar subject matter?

A.Example 2 gives a sense of the Zeppelin's size, which enables the reader to understand it more fully, while Example 1 provides a more objective account of the craft's activities in World War I.

B.Example 1 focuses mainly on the Zeppelin's place in popular culture, while Example 2 offers a specific depiction of how the craft intimidated the enemy during wartime.

C.Example 2 gives a sense of the craft's size, which triggers an emotional reaction, while Example 1 offers detailed information about how the craft was built and operated.

D.Example 1 gives an overall sense of the role the Zeppelin played in World War I, while Example 2 offers the exact measurements of the Zeppelin and compares them to other aircrafts' dimensions.

A.Example 2 gives a sense of the Zeppelin's size, which enables the reader to understand it more fully, while Example 1 provides a more objective account of the craft's activities in World War I.

300

At last night's board meeting, several residents expressed their opinion on the empty lot behind the library. Some felt it should be left as is to preserve the wildlife. Others were concerned about teenagers hanging around causing trouble there. They called for the field to be converted into a park. One issue most residents agreed on is that they do not want a high-rise apartment building to be built on the lot.

Which of these is an explicit detail from the text?

A.There is an empty lot behind the library.

B.The board meets once per month.

C.Teenagers are suspected of littering in the lot.

D.The neighborhood does not yet have a park.

ere is an empty lot behind the library.

500

What information should be included in an objective summary of the passage?

A.Rio's citizens enjoy sports, music, dancing, and parades.

B.The 2014 World Cup soccer tournament included games played all over Brazil.

C.Carnival takes place in February and lasts for several days.

D.Rio is a popular tourist destination that has made an effort to attract international attention.

500

Automobile Law:

New Engineering:

Recently, automobile laws in several states have changed to require front seat passengers to be both over 60 pounds and over 12 years of age. Like many people, you may be skeptical of the necessity of these laws. What you should realize is that automobile engineering has improved, and front seat airbags have changed. While they have become safer and more effective, they have made it necessary for younger children to remain in the backseat. When drivers like you understand the reasons for this change, everyone will surely appreciate that it is for the safety of their children.

How do the authors of these two passages achieve their purposes?

A.The author of "Automobile Law" convinces readers to drive safely by explaining seat belt requirements, while the author of "New Engineering" entertains readers by telling them about how cars have improved.

B.Both authors inspire readers to become politically involved by showing how few people know about new laws and the reasons for them.

C.The author of "Automobile Law" gives readers information by sharing the news of a new law, while the author of "New Engineering" explains why the law was changed by pointing out changes in airbags.

D.Both authors persuade readers to use car seats by explaining the dangers of allowing children to ride in the front seat.

C.The author of "Automobile Law" gives readers information by sharing the news of a new law, while the author of "New Engineering" explains why the law was changed by pointing out changes in airbags.

500

Example 1:
A short clip of a heated scene between Dirk Bonobo and Micky Becks in the movie Mooseketball:

Example 2:
An entry from the movie review blog TomatoFace:

All in all, you wouldn't be wasting 85 minutes if you went to see the new sports comedy Mooseketball. It's no Casablanca (but what is, right?), but the story arc is solid, the characters are well developed, and the special effects work is stellar — by the end of the movie, you've completely forgotten that most real moose can't play basketball. And, of course, with award-winning cinematographer Chet Doogie on board, you're in for some absolutely stunning panoramic shots of the Yukon. The real treat here, though, is that Mooseketball offers the first ever shared scene between screen legends Dirk Bonobo and Micky Becks, playing rival coaches who can't stand each other. That alone is well worth the price of admission.

How do the two examples differ in their approach to similar subject matter?

A.Example 2 gives an overall review of the film to explain its value, while Example 1 provides an example of one of the movie's highlights to connect to the reader emotionally.

B.Example 2 gives emotionally detached information on the film's budget and box office success, while Example 1 triggers the reader's feelings by showing an emotionally charged excerpt.

C.Example 1 triggers the reader's interest by focusing on two "screen legends," while Example 2 gives an overview of how Mooseketball compares to the year's other sports comedies.

D.Example 1 connects to the reader emotionally by showing animals in the wild, while Example 2 systematically explains some of the movie's key features, such as story, characters, and actors.

A.Example 2 gives an overall review of the film to explain its value, while Example 1 provides an example of one of the movie's highlights to connect to the reader emotionally.

500

Based on the details in the passage, which inference is most likely true?

A.Jenna's family is proud of her.

B.Jenna is nervous.

C.Jenna is famous.

D.Jenna's friends are on stage.

A.Jenna's family is proud of her.