Text Evidence & Inference
Which sentence best supports the idea that the floor responds immediately to movement?
A. “Designers discovered that people are naturally drawn to spaces that respond to their movement.”
B. “The process happens so quickly that the human eye cannot detect any delay.”
C. “The panels lock together like puzzle pieces.”
D. “Technicians can remove one panel without dismantling the entire floor.”
B. “The process happens so quickly that the human eye cannot detect any delay.”
Why does the author begin the passage with a description of the glowing floor before explaining the technology?
A. To present historical background
B. To create interest before introducing technical information
C. To compare two types of floors
D. To explain safety concerns
B. To create interest before introducing technical information
In paragraph 2, the word dynamic most nearly means —
A. predictable
B. changing
C. fragile
D. limited
B. changing
What does the diagram primarily show?
A. The history of LED floors
B. The cost of the materials
C. The layers inside one tile
D. The steps for installation
C. The layers inside one tile
Which detail best shows the floors are designed for heavy public use?
A. The lights change colors instantly
B. The panels are square in shape
C. The surface is made from shatter-resistant, textured plastic
D. The system uses computer programming
C. The surface is made from shatter-resistant, textured plastic
How does paragraph 4 contribute to the development of the central idea?
A. It introduces the history of LED lighting
B. It explains how the sensors and control board make the floor interactive
C. It describes how the panels are installed
D. It argues that LED floors are expensive
B. It explains how the sensors and control board make the floor interactive
What is the most likely meaning of interprets as used in paragraph 4?
A. guesses
B. stores
C. processes
D. ignores
C. processes
Why are the parts labeled individually in the diagram?
A. To decorate the page
B. To compare brands of equipment
C. To clearly identify each component’s function
D. To show the order of events
C. To clearly identify each component’s function
The reader can most reasonably infer that LEDs are chosen instead of traditional bulbs because they —
A. are easier to install
B. require less electricity and last longer
C. produce warmer colors
D. cost less to manufacture
B. require less electricity and last longer
Why does the author include the discussion of safety features?
A. To show the floor is difficult to build
B. To warn readers about possible hazards
C. To demonstrate that innovation must also consider user protection
D. To compare the floor with outdoor surfaces
C. To demonstrate that innovation must also consider user protection
Why does the author describe the control board as the “brain” of the panel?
A. To provide a technical definition
B. To suggest it is the most expensive part
C. To compare its function to something familiar
D. To show it controls the power supply
C. To compare its function to something familiar
How does the diagram support the explanation in paragraph 8?
A. It summarizes the conclusion
B. It provides a visual model of the internal structure described
C. It introduces new information not mentioned in the text
D. It replaces the need for written explanation
B. It provides a visual model of the internal structure described
Which quotation best supports the claim that the floor blends technology with creativity?
A. “Each floor is built from dozens of square panels”
B. “The board interprets the signal”
C. “Stepping on different tiles can trigger sounds, images, or video projections”
D. “The materials must be strong enough to support hundreds of pounds”
C. “Stepping on different tiles can trigger sounds, images, or video projections”
The organization of paragraphs 3–5 mainly helps the reader understand —
A. the cost of installing LED floors
B. the sequence of events at a concert
C. how the system works step by step
D. why the technology was invented
C. how the system works step by step
The phrase “hidden systems” emphasizes that the technology is —
A. complicated
B. experimental
C. located beneath the surface
D. difficult to repair
C. located beneath the surface
Without the diagram, which aspect of the passage would most likely be harder for readers to understand?
A. Why the floor changes colors
B. Where the floor is used
C. How the internal parts are arranged and connected
D. When the technology was invented
C. How the internal parts are arranged and connected
Which detail best supports the idea that the technology changes the traditional purpose of a floor?
A. The floor uses puzzle-piece panels
B. The sensors measure pressure
C. The lights are energy efficient
D. The floor acts as an instrument, display screen, and stage
D. The floor acts as an instrument, display screen, and stage
How does the shift to real-world examples in paragraph 7 affect the text?
A. It reduces the technical accuracy
B. It shows practical applications and strengthens the topic’s relevance
C. It repeats earlier information
D. It introduces an opposing viewpoint
B. It shows practical applications and strengthens the topic’s relevance
How does the figurative language in the conclusion affect the tone of the passage?
A. It makes the topic seem humorous
B. It creates excitement about innovation
C. It suggests the technology is unsafe
D. It adds a critical perspective
B. It creates excitement about innovation
What is the most likely reason the author places the diagram immediately after paragraph 8?
A. To persuade readers that LED floors are affordable
B. To provide a visual clarification after introducing complex technical details
C. To add entertainment value to the page
D. To compare multiple types of flooring
B. To provide a visual clarification after introducing complex technical details