Math Expressions and Equations
x+5=15
10
The area of a square with a side length of 2 is ...
4
Read this sentence from paragraph
14. Zach, normally as active as a fly in a doughnut shop, was on his stomach sleeping quietly.
The author’s use of a simile in this sentence conveys to the reader that Zach usually —
A has trouble falling asleep
B feels sick from eating sweets
C has a great amount of energy
D likes to sleep late in the morning
C has a great amount of energy
2x+5=15
5
What is the formula for the area of a triangle?
A= 1/2bh or bh/2
Read the dictionary entry. capture \Ɏkap-chǨr\ v 1. to gain control by force 2. to hold someone’s interest 3. to take an opponent’s piece in a game 4. to preserve a mood, scene, or quality Which definition most closely matches the way the word capture is used in paragraph 2?
A Definition 1
B Definition 2
C Definition 3
D Definition 4
D Definition 4
Which expression is equivalent to (6 ⋅ p) + 3?
F 3 ( − 6 ⋅ p)
G 3 + (p ⋅ 6)
H 6 + 3 ⋅ p
J 6 (⋅ p + 3)
3 + (p ⋅ 6)
Which situation can be represented by the equation y = 12x?
A Victoria went to school for x years. This is 12 times y, the number of years her brother went to school.
B Victoria spent x dollars to buy a gift for her brother. She gave the cashier y dollars and received $12 in change.
C Victoria has y dollars. This amount is 12 times x, the amount of money in dollars Victoria’s brother has.
D Victoria is y years old. Her age is 12 years greater than x, her brother’s age in years
C Victoria has y dollars. This amount is 12 times x, the amount of money in dollars Victoria’s brother has.
Why are the events in paragraph 14 important to the plot?
F Michelle takes the photo she will decide to submit for the contest.
G Michelle has more film available than she realizes.
H Michelle takes a photo that will please her mother.
J Michelle keeps her promise to her brother
F Michelle takes the photo she will decide to submit for the contest.
23+2(2x5)-1
2
Mari used a thermometer to record temperatures of −3.4° Celsius and 1.6° Celsius. Which temperature in degrees Celsius is less than both of the temperatures Mari recorded?
F −2.6 °C
G 3.9 °C
H −5.4 °C
J 0 °C
H −5.4 °C
DAILY DOUBLE
Read this sentence from paragraph 10.
Soon the sky glowed orange, gold, and pink as the sun drifted toward the horizon. In what way does the imagery in the sentence contribute to the story?
A It emphasizes how difficult it is to photograph the colors of a sunset.
B It explains why Michelle thinks a sunset is a good subject for a photo.
C It shows that nature is the best source of inspiration.
D It suggests that Michelle is a talented photographer.
B It explains why Michelle thinks a sunset is a good subject for a photo.
Regina writes the expression 3 y + 9/4. Which expression is equivalent to the one Regina writes?
A (9 ⋅ 3 ÷ 4) + y
B 9 + y ⋅ (3 ÷ 4)
C (y + 9)(3 ÷ 4)
D None of these
A (9 ⋅ 3 ÷ 4) + y
DAILY DOUBLE
The area of a rectangle is 45.5 square inches. The base of the rectangle is 7 inches. What is the height of the rectangle in inches?
A 318.5 in.
B 6.5 in.
C 15.75 in.
D 38.5 in.
B 6.5 in.
What is the best summary of the story?
F Michelle has been interested in photography since she was seven years old. She decides to enter a photography contest hosted by a local photo shop and must take a picture to express the theme of the contest, which is tranquillity. She takes pictures of a sunset, a cat, a still pond, and her sleeping brother.
G Michelle tries to take a photograph of a sunset for a contest. Her little brother is very interested in what she is doing, and he wants her to take a photograph of him. After she is satisfied with her sunset picture, Michelle photographs her brother while he is sleeping.
H Michelle has difficulty photographing a sunset for a photography contest she wants to enter. She finally gets a good sunset picture, and she also takes a picture of her sleeping brother. At the last minute she selects the photo she thinks best illustrates the contest theme of tranquillity.
J Michelle enters a photography contest that requires the use of a traditional camera. The theme of the contest is tranquillity. After getting the pictures developed at the photo shop, Michelle reviews her photos and selects the one she thinks will help her win the contest.
H Michelle has difficulty photographing a sunset for a photography contest she wants to enter. She finally gets a good sunset picture, and she also takes a picture of her sleeping brother. At the last minute she selects the photo she thinks best illustrates the contest theme of tranquillity.