Interpret & Integrate
A student is writing a research report about ants. Choose the sentence that has information that the student can use in a paragraph about ants’ enemies.
Most ants like to eat sweets. Harvester ants eat grass seeds. The horned lizard eats only ants. While the ant is in the pupa stage, it doesn’t eat or move. Termites are not really ants, even though they have workers, soldiers, and a queen.
Is it...
(A) The horned lizard eats only ants.
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(B) Termites are not really ants, even though they have workers, soldiers, and a queen.
What is (A) The horned lizard eats only ants.
Find the detail in this source that best answers the research question: How do species become labelled as threatened or endangered? Is it...
(A) A species is called "threatened" if its population has dropped 30-50% and a species is labelled if there are fewer than 250 remaining or if its population dropped 50-70%.
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(B) As of 2019, the IUCN has studied over 96,500 species. Of those, around 28,000 are threatened and 7,755 are endangered.
What is (A) A species is called "threatened" if its population has dropped 30-50% and a species is labelled if there are fewer than 250 remaining or if its population dropped 50-70%.
A student is writing a report about how horses help humans in their work. The student found the following sources. Which of these is most likely the most useful source of information for the report? Is it...
(A) a magazine called Horse Show Monthly that tells about horse shows and riding contests throughout the country
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(B) a book called Side by Side: The History of the Ranch Horse that tells about how horses are used on ranches
What is (B) a book called Side by Side: The History of the Ranch Horse that tells about how horses are used on ranches
A student has made a plan for research. Their research question is: Why is Louis Armstrong such a famous musician? Choose the source that would most likely have information to answer the research question. Is it...
(A) Louis Armstrong: www.armstrongrecordings.com
Find recordings of the music of Louis Armstrong, as well as information about his life in music.
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(B) Louis Armstrong Music School www.armstrongschoolofmusic.net
Find information about classes that begin in the fall at the Louis Armstrong Music School.
What is (A) Louis Armstrong: www.armstrongrecordings.com
Find recordings of the music of Louis Armstrong, as well as information about his life in music.
A student is writing a report about New York City’s Central Park. This is one of their sources that they took notes on.
Central Park was the first public park built in America. The park holds 50 fountains, monuments, sculptures, and 36 bridges, some with arches. Activities in the park include ice skating, biking, boating, and rock climbing. In addition, there are basketball courts, sports fields, carriage rides, and walking trails. Central Park is also home to 21 official playgrounds and a zoo. There are literally hundreds of things to do in the park, and it invites over 35 million visitors a year to enjoy them.
Which sentence correctly shows information from this source? Is it...
(A) Designed in 1857 by Mr. Olmsted and Mr. Vaux, New York’s Central Park is one of the most famous in the world.
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(B) Today the park welcomes over 35 million visitors each year to enjoy its paths and athletic fields.
What is (B) Today the park welcomes over 35 million visitors each year to enjoy its paths and athletic fields.
A student made a plan for a research report and their research question is: How is paper money made in the United States? The student found information for the research report. Which piece of information should the student use in her report? Is it...
(A) The materials in the paper on which US money is printed come from a blend of cotton and linen fibers.
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(B) After it is printed, US paper money is stored in the Federal Reserve Vault until it is needed for use.
What is (A) The materials in the paper on which US money is printed come from a blend of cotton and linen fibers.
A student is writing a paper about pizza. He wrote an opinion in the paper. Read the sentences from the student’s paper and the directions that follow.
Pizza is everyone’s favorite fast food. There are many popular restaurants that make and serve different types of pizza; most will even deliver a fresh, hot pizza right to your front door. Although many people enjoy a plain cheese pizza, others prefer toppings like sausage, mushrooms, olives, and even pineapple.
The student found a source about pizza. Which sentence from the source supports the student’s opinion? Is it...
(A) Pepperoni is the most popular topping added to pizza.
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(B) Pizza is the most popular food that is delivered to homes.
What is (B) Pizza is the most popular food that is delivered to homes.
A student is writing a research report about afterschool programs around the world. Read the sentences from his report and the directions that follow.
Students everywhere want to have fun after school. Many students in this country do more than one thing after school. Some play sports, some do volunteer work, and some join clubs to have fun. Students around the world enjoy many of these same things. However, there are some additional choices for kids in other countries.
Which of these is most likely the most useful source for more information about the ideas he has written? Is it...
(A) a magazine article about the history of school sports teams for students in the United States
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(B) a newspaper article about a boy in Canada who volunteers to help plant trees at a park after school
What is (B) a newspaper article about a boy in Canada who volunteers to help plant trees at a park after school
A student is writing a research report about vice presidents of the United States.
Vice presidents are a very important part of our government. They help the president, but they also do work on their own. Some vice presidents even go on to serve as president themselves. There have been many good vice presidents.
Which website would most likely have the most useful information about the ideas she has written? Is it...
(A) Museum of Our Presidents: www.museumofourpresidents.org:
Find historical information on our American presidents and those who worked with them. This site includes pictures and links.
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(B) David Will Be President: www.davidloveshistory.com
I love writing stories about American history. Read my stories about presidents and government.
What is (A) Museum of Our Presidents: www.museumofourpresidents.org:
Find historical information on our American presidents and those who worked with them. This site includes pictures and links.
A student is researching Jim Thorpe. Their research question is: What are some examples of Jim Thorpe’s remarkable ability in sports? Choose which piece of information from his sources would answer the research question. Is it...
(A) Jim Thorpe was on his school track team as a teenager in Pennsylvania.
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(B) Jim Thorpe played major league baseball and pro football, sometimes in the same year.
What is (B) Jim Thorpe played major league baseball and pro football, sometimes in the same year.
A student is writing a report about sleep. Read what they found in their first source:
Falling asleep is not something that just happens as soon as you lay your head down. Your body needs time to relax before you fall asleep. Studies have shown that bright lights make it hard for a body to relax. Lights from a television, computer, or video games are bright. They may cause problems when you want to go to sleep. Some doctors say that you should try not to use any electronic devices for one hour before going to bed.
Which note from this source would most likely help the student in their report? Is it...
(A) Some people say turning on the television helps them fall asleep.
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(B) Watching a television, using a computer, or using a cell phone right before bed can affect how you sleep.
What is (B) Watching a television, using a computer, or using a cell phone right before bed can affect how you sleep.
Some people have negative feelings when they wake up in the morning and it is storming outside. The dark skies and loud claps of thunder are scary to some people. Others find it difficult to be motivated to get things done when the weather is gloomy. However, stormy days are actually the best time to finish tasks and explore new hobbies.
The student took notes about people’s behavior on stormy days. Which note supports the student’s opinion? Is it...
(A) On stormy days, you can catch up on chores like cleaning your room.
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(B) On stormy days, you cannot play outside.
What is (A) On stormy days, you can catch up on chores like cleaning your room.
A student is writing a report about volleyball. The student found the following sources. Choose the source that would most likely have information for the report. Is it...
(A) Volleyball Player: www.volleyballer.org
Learn the rules and history behind the sport. Read about key players and games.
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(B) Volleyball Scores: www.scores4volleyball.com
Find all the scores for the latest high school and college volleyball games. See video highlights as well.
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(C) My Volleyball Life: www.my.volleyball.com
Find out why volleyball could be your next hobby. Read my blog to see why everyone should try it.
What is (A) Volleyball Player: www.volleyballer.org
Learn the rules and history behind the sport. Read about key players and games.
A student is writing a research report about the history of the US territory of Puerto Rico. The student found the following sources. Choose the source that would most likely have information for the report. Is it...
(A) Beautiful Puerto Rico in Pictures: www.puertorico-pics.com
See all that this charming land has to offer. We have beautiful pictures of all of the territory’s islands.
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(B) a magazine article titled “A Rich Past and a Promising Future” that compares past and present-day Puerto Rico
What is (B) a magazine article titled “A Rich Past and a Promising Future” that compares past and present-day Puerto Rico
A student is writing a research report about school start times. He found a source. Read Source 1 and the directions that follow.
Source 1
Most schools in the United States start before 8:30 a.m. The students who go to these schools wake up early every morning, and many are not getting enough sleep. Problems result from not getting enough sleep. Issues related to not getting enough sleep can be physical and mental. To solve these problems, schools need to start later in the day. By beginning school later, students will experience many benefits. Getting the recommended amount of sleep for their age range will help students feel better, which will improve their grades, health, and state of mind.
The student took notes about school start times. Which note best supports the author’s opinion in Source 1? Is it...
(A) Teachers point out that student grades improve on classroom tests when school starts later in the morning.
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(B) Teachers like having school start earlier because they can have more time off in the afternoon.
What is (A) Teachers point out that student grades improve on classroom tests when school starts later in the morning.
A student is writing a report about sleep. Read what they found in their second source:
If you sleep with a cell phone next to your bed it may affect your sleep. Some people use a cell phone as an alarm clock. Some talk on a cell phone right before going to sleep. The bright lights of a cell phone, computer, or television speed up your brain. They keep you alert and awake. When your brain is alert, it makes it difficult to fall asleep.
Which note from this source would most likely help the student in their report? Is it...
(A) Looking at a brightly lit computer screen or cell phone screen before you go to sleep is not a good idea.
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(B) Sometimes people fall asleep when talking on their cell phones.
What is (A) Looking at a brightly lit computer screen or cell phone screen before you go to sleep is not a good idea.
A student is writing a paper about the year-round school calendar. He wrote an opinion in the paper. Read the sentences from the student’s paper and the directions that follow.
Many school districts are considering following a year-round school calendar. This is different from a traditional school schedule with a lengthy summer break. The year-round school calendar is a great idea because students would be in school for nine weeks with one week off through the year. Summer vacation would not be lost, just shortened, as students would get a four-week break instead of an eight-week break. After the summer break, the new school year would begin in July. Although it would seem like school is all year long, schools would actually offer the same time off as they do now. The time off would just be broken up throughout the year.
The student found a source about year-round school. Which sentence from the source supports the student’s opinion? Is it...
(A) Most students find it easier to remember information when the breaks are shorter.
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(B) Shorter breaks are hard for families who must find babysitters for their children.
What is (A) Most students find it easier to remember information when the breaks are shorter.
A student is writing a research report about how Glacier National Park was established. The student found the following sources. Choose the source that would most likely have information for the report. Is it...
(A) a newspaper article about glaciers melting in Glacier National Park
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(B) a travel magazine with information on campgrounds located near Glacier National Park
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(C) a magazine article that gives the history of Glacier National Park
What is (C) a magazine article that gives the history of Glacier National Park
A student is writing a research report. Their research question is: Why do blue jays make different kinds of sounds? The student found the following sources. Choose the source that would most likely have information to answer the research question. Is it...
(A) The Bird Finder: www.thebirdfinder.com
Find maps of the habitats of common birds in the United States. Bird watchers and nature lovers will find this site very useful.
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(B) The Birdhouse Place: www.birdhouseplace.com
Fill your life with the songs of birds. Our simple plans will make it easy to build a birdhouse that will attract feathered friends to your home.
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(C) More about Birds: www.moreaboutbirds.com
Search our website for entries on all kinds of birds. We have information about each bird′s appearance, behavior, sounds, and diet.
What is (C) More about Birds: www.moreaboutbirds.com
Search our website for entries on all kinds of birds. We have information about each bird′s appearance, behavior, sounds, and diet.
A student is writing a report about Mount Rushmore. The student wrote the following opinion: Mount Rushmore is a popular place for a family vacation. He found a source. Read the source.
Mount Rushmore is in South Dakota. It is a large sculpture carved into the side of a small mountain. The sculpture shows the faces of four United States presidents. The presidents carved into the mountain are George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln. Almost three million people visit Mount Rushmore each year. There are many things to do in the area, including taking mountain hikes, visiting museums, and watching evening laser shows on the stone. Be sure to bring your camera to this beautiful attraction!
Which sentence has information to support the opinion. Is it...
(A) Almost three million people visit Mount Rushmore each year.
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(B) There are many things to do in the area, including taking mountain hikes, visiting museums, and watching evening laser shows on the stone.
(B) There are many things to do in the area, including taking mountain hikes, visiting museums, and watching evening laser shows on the stone.
A student is writing a research report on how coffee is produced. Read their source.
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. It is prepared differently in different parts of the world. Sometimes it is prepared with very expensive machines, and other times it is prepared by just adding hot water. Some people like to drink it plain, while others add cream and sugar. Now there are cafés that make coffee drinks with dozens of different ingredients. The only thing about coffee that is the same is how it is produced. After being picked and dried, the coffee beans are roasted to give them their flavor. Some people like coffee that is roasted to a dark color, while others like theirs roasted to a light color.
Which sentence from this source answers the research question? Is it...
(A) Some people like to drink it plain, while others add cream and sugar.
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(B) Sometimes it is prepared with very expensive machines, and other times it is prepared by just adding hot water.
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(C) After being picked and dried, the coffee beans are roasted to give them their flavor.
What is (C) After being picked and dried, the coffee beans are roasted to give them their flavor.
A student is writing a paper about bicycle friendly communities. He wrote an idea in the paper. Read the sentences from the student’s paper and the directions that follow.
Riding a bicycle is an excellent way to travel. Cities and communities should encourage people to ride bicycles by being bicycle friendly. One way that cities and communities can be more bike friendly is to create bike lanes on the streets and roads. These give a safe space on the road for bicycles to be ridden. Sometimes bike riders need to use public transportation systems like buses, trains, and subways. Buses can have bicycle racks on them that allow a bicycle to be loaded on the front of the bus while the bike rider is riding inside the bus. If cities offer bike riders more options, then more people will be likely to use them.
The student took notes about bicycles and public transportation. Which note best supports the student’s idea? Is it...
(A) Bicycles are usually used by young adults who are traveling to work, school, or restaurants.
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(B) Train stations can become bicycle friendly by offering sheltered bike parking.
(B) Train stations can become bicycle friendly by offering sheltered bike parking.
A student is writing a research report about making healthy food choices. The student found the following sources. Which source would most likely have information for the report? Is it...
(A) Food Cruncher: www.foodcruncher.org
For information on the nutrients in your next meal, visit this site. Just type in what you are eating, and we will give you a list of the nutrients in your meal. From protein to vitamins to calories to fats, there will be no more mysteries on your plate!
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(B) Verde Farm Café: www.verdefarmcafe.com
The Verde Farm Café serves only all-natural foods. We use nopreservatives and only fresh produce. Eat well with us!
What is (A) Food Cruncher: www.foodcruncher.org
For information on the nutrients in your next meal, visit this site. Just type in what you are eating, and we will give you a list of the nutrients in your meal. From protein to vitamins to calories to fats, there will be no more mysteries on your plate!
A student is writing a research report and their research question is: How has the Midwestern prairie changed over the years? Which piece of information answers the research question? Is it...
(A) Most of the prairie had been turned into farmland by the late 1800s.
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(B) Some 20,000 types of animals make their homes on the prairie.
What is (A) Most of the prairie had been turned into farmland by the late 1800s.
A student is writing a paper about making meals using leftovers. The student wrote the following opinion: Using leftovers to make new meals is easy to do. She found a source. Read the source. Which sentence has information to support the opinion? Is it...
Some people cook a delicious dinner and have food left over. The leftovers are often placed in the refrigerator and quickly forgotten. They begin to spoil and must be thrown away. This is wasteful. People can recycle food from an earlier meal to make something new to eat. In just a few steps, last night’s chicken becomes today’s chicken sandwich and grilled vegetables can be put into a healthy salad.
Which sentence has information to support the opinion? Is it...
(A) Some people cook a delicious dinner and have food left over.
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(B) In just a few steps, last night’s chicken becomes today’s chicken sandwich and grilled vegetables can be put into a healthy salad.
What is (B) In just a few steps, last night’s chicken becomes today’s chicken sandwich and grilled vegetables can be put into a healthy salad.