Blackbeard
What's a "Musher"?
King Lion and the Beetle
Night-Owl Lantern
Where Garbage Goes
100
Which fact about Blackbeard's adult life suggests the MOST about his childhood? a) He worked out of Jamaica b) He could read and write well c) He was known as Edward Teach d) He went to work for Benjamin Hornigold
What is ... b) He could read and write well
100
In the first paragraph, why is the lawyer mentioned? a) to show that many lawyers are mushers b) to show that lawyers are needed to record the race c) to show that anyone can be a musher d) to show that mushers can be from any country
What is ... c) to show that anyone can be a musher
100
Which word BEST describes the beetle? a) angry b) boastful c) polite d) shy
What is ... c) polite
100
Step 4 tells the reader, “Cut out (or trace) the owl pattern.” Which word means the same as pattern? a) composition b) design c) head d) symbol
What is ... b) design
100
At the end of the first paragraph, what is the most likely reason the author asks two questions? a) to encourage readers to ask a teacher to help find the answer b) to show readers that the author does not know the answer c) to keep readers interested in continuing to read the article d) to warn readers about the dangers of burning garbage
What is ... c) to keep readers interested in continuing to read the articles
200
Who fought in Queen Anne's War? a) The English fought the Spanish and the French b) The Jamaicans fought the English c) The French fought the Spanish and the English d) The French and the Spanish fought the Jamaicans.
What is ... a) The English fought the Spanish and the French
200
What type of mushers are encouraged to participate in the Iditarod? a) mushers who have finished a 200-mile race b) mushers who have won prize money c) mushers with a lot of lead dogs d) mushers with a lot of experience
What is ... d) mushers with a lot of experience
200
In the fourth paragraph, why is the word AM written in italics? a) to stress that King Lion is a weak king b) to show that King Lion deserves respect c) to stress how great King Lion thinks he is d) to show that King Lion is large in size
What is ... c) to stress how great King Lion thinks he is
200
Which is the best reason for filling the can with water and freezing it overnight? a) to create a solid surface on which to pound the can without denting it b) to be able to see the owl pattern more clearly as you work c) to make the whole project more fun by first creating ice d) to make the lantern stronger after finishing the project
What is ... a) to create a solid surface on which to pound the can without denting it
200
What is the main purpose of the section titled “What Happens to Things We Throw Away”? a) to explain the different ways dangerous liquids and harmful chemicals can be destroyed b) to explain that the best way to get rid of trash is to burn it in incinerators c) to describe the difficulty in finding good places in this country to dump garbage d) to describe the good and bad results of the ways waste materials are disposed of
What is ... d) to describe the good and bad results of the ways waste materials are disposed of
300
Why did Blackbeard want to be known as the world's most wicked pirate? a) so he could impress Governor Eden b) so he would not have to fight people c) so he would be respected as a leader d) so he could become rich and famous
What is ... b) so he would not have to fight people
300
What is the MAIN purpose of the equipment listed in paragraph 10? a) to help the sleds go faster b) to maintain the sleds c) to keep the dogs warm d) to use for protection and survival
What is ... d) to use for protection and survival
300
What caused King Lion to fall? a) the mirror b) the mud c) the ditch d) his jewelry
What is ... d) his jewelry
300
Step 5 says, “You may need help with some of the next steps.” Which would be the best way for another person to help? a) by steadying the can so it does not roll or slip while the nail holes are made b) by tearing half the paper off the can to speed things up c) by tying the string through the “hanging holes” so they will be good and tight d) by turning the can upside down to safely empty out the ice
What is ... a) by steadying the can so it does not roll or slip while the nail holes are made
300
What question does the section titled “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” answer? a) Which recycling center is easiest to operate? b) What type of food should people save for leftovers? c) What can people do to help reduce waste? d) How is a compost heap built?
What is ... c) What can people do to help reduce waste?
400
What is the MOST LIKELY reason why the governor of Virginia ordered an expedition to track down Blackbeard after the North Carolina governor had pardoned him? a) because the Virginia governor learned that Blackbeard had begun robbing ships again b) because the Virginia governor realized that Blackbeard had stopped being a pirate c) because the North Carolina governor was afraid to anger Blackbeard d) because the North Carolina governor only pretended to pardon Blackbeard
What is ... a) because the Virginia governor learned that Blackbeard had begun robbing ships again
400
Which quality in a lead dog does the selection indicate is MOST IMPORTANT? a) obedience b) speed c) strength d) confidence
What is ... a) obedience
400
What personal characteristic of King Lion was the MAIN reason for his downfall? a) his pride b) his confusion c) his friendliness d) his temper
What is ... a) his pride
400
Which sentence would fit as part of the final step of the project? a) Some friends might like to go out for ice cream afterward! b) Hang the lantern indoors or outdoors–it’s your choice! c) Much information about owls can be found on the internet. d) Always be sure to ask your parents if your friends can come over.
What is ... b) hang the lantern indoors or outdoors - it's your choice!
400
Why is information about the New York City garbage dump included in the selection? a) to emphasize why landfills are better to use than incinerators b) to show how other cities should solve their garbage problems c) to show that New York City has the largest garbage dump in the world d) to emphasize the problems caused by disposing of large amounts of garbage in landfills
What is ... d) to emphasize the problems caused by disposing of large amounts of garbage in landfills
500
According to the information in the selection, which relationship is MOST SIMILAR to the relationship below? BLACKBEARD : OCRACOKE INLET a) Spotswood : Eden b) Bristol : England c) Hornigold : Nassau d) Spain : France
What is ... c) Hornigold : Nassau
500
Which statement about mushers is supported by the selection? a) Mushers eat a high-protein diet b) Mushers are professional athletes c) Mushers want to cross the Iditarod finish line d) Mushers feel they should be highly paid
What is ... c) Mushers want to cross the Iditarod finish line
500
How do King Lion's feelings change from the beginning of the selection to the end? a) from weak to strong b) from sad to happy c) from proud to embarrassed d) from frightened to courageous
What is ... c) from proud to embarrassed
500
Which additional information would help most with this project? a) a suggestion of where to get a can b) an idea of how many to make c) a picture of a different animal d) a list of supplies needed
What is ... d) a list of supplies needed
500
What is the main way in which landfills can harm people? a) Landfills contain unhealthful materials. b) Most landfills are lined with plastic or clay. c) Landfills make the air smell bad. d) Smoke from landfills is harmful to breathe.
What is ... a) landfills contain unhealthful materials
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