The Pedestrians
6. Which two quotations provide evidence to support the inference that Helga and Clara’s journey demonstrated women’s strength and courage?
A “Helga heard that an anonymous person connected to the fashion industry out East was sponsoring a prize of $10,000...” (paragraph 4)
B “Helga and Clara, still clad in traditional long dresses, left Spokane on May 5, each carrying an eight-pound satchel.” (paragraph 7)
C “At a store in Salt Lake City, Utah, they were given the bicycle skirt and leggings outfits they would wear for the rest of the trip.” (paragraph 9)
D “To walk 3,500 miles in seven months meant averaging more than sixteen miles per day.” (paragraph 14)
E “On December 23, Helga and Clara reached Manhattan, completing what had seemed an impossible journey.” (paragraph 15)
D “To walk 3,500 miles in seven months meant averaging more than sixteen miles per day.” (paragraph 14)
E “On December 23, Helga and Clara reached Manhattan, completing what had seemed an impossible journey.” (paragraph 15)
13. What is the author’s purpose for writing the text?
A to explain how dogs were trained to carry mail in the 1800s
B to describe the dangers of mail travel and how they were eventually solved
C to compare the postal systems of the U.S. and other countries during the 19th century
D to show how a stray dog became a beloved figure by traveling with the mail and inspiring future generations
D to show how a stray dog became a beloved figure by traveling with the mail and inspiring future generations
21. What event causes Callie to feel envious?
A watching the turtle lay its eggs in the nest
B watching the turtle swim away in the ocean
C seeing the kids on vacation with their family
D seeing the other volunteers in their official shirts
D seeing the other volunteers in their official shirts
**29. Which statement describes the speaker's point of view on planting apple trees?
A The speaker thinks planting a tree is hard work with little reward.
B The speaker believes planting a tree is only useful for getting fruit.
C The speaker sees planting a tree as an act with a lasting value.
D The speaker feels unsure whether planting the tree will be worth the effort.
C The speaker sees planting a tree as an act with a lasting value.
"On Sea Turtle Patrol"
23. How does the author develop the point of view of Callie in the passage?
A by comparing her knowledge to that of the other volunteers
B by conveying her thoughts and concerns through narration
C by detailing what she teaches the tourists who gather to watch
D by revealing the mistakes she makes and uses as opportunities to grow
B by conveying her thoughts and concerns through narration
5. What is the author’s purpose for writing the text?
A to inform readers about the dangers of long-distance travel in the past
B to explain how women in the 1890s used fashion to protest unfair treatment
C to show how two determined women overcame hardships to complete a bold journey and inspire others
D to describe why walking across the country was a popular trend among women in the 19 century
C to show how two determined women overcame hardships to complete a bold journey and inspire others
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12. How does paragraph 4 contribute to the development of ideas in the text?
A It introduces the modern classroom project inspired by Owney’s story.
B It describes the tags and medals Owney collected during his travels.
C It explains how Owney began traveling and became a part of the Railway Mail Service.
D It highlights how Owney was treated after returning from his international trip.
C It explains how Owney began traveling and became a part of the Railway Mail Service.
** 20. How does the dialogue in paragraphs 14-20 develop the plot?
A It demonstrates how respectful the volunteers are to the turtle’s natural behaviors.
B It develops the conflict by showing how the turtle volunteers must prevent onlookers from interfering.
C It establishes Gram as the leader of the volunteers as they enforce the procedures for helping the turtle.
D It indicates the lack of experience Callie has as a turtle volunteer.
A It demonstrates how respectful the volunteers are to the turtle’s natural behaviors.
28. Which two quotations provide context for the meaning of the word sprigs in line 17?
A “A world of blossoms...” (line 15)
B “Fruits that shall swell...” (line 20)
C “...the blue September sky,” (line 23)
D “...where the fragrant grass” (line 25)
E “Betrays their bed...” (line 26)
A “A world of blossoms...” (line 15)
B “Fruits that shall swell...” (line 20)
"The Pedestrians"
7. Read the sentence from paragraph 19.
As people learned of Helga’s adventure, they scoured old newspaper files for more details.
What is the meaning of the word scoured as it is used in the sentence?
A examined carefully
B organized in order
C tossed aside
D discarded quickly
A examined carefully
4. How does the author illustrate Helga and Clara’s determination during their journey?
A by including a list of the states they passed through and the towns they visited
B by explaining how they carried only five dollars and were not allowed to beg for money
C by describing the tough weather and terrain they walked through, including rain and mountains
D by showing that they kept going despite illness, exhaustion, and financial struggles—even when the prize was denied
D by showing that they kept going despite illness, exhaustion, and financial struggles—even when the prize was denied
11. For this item, select the answer from the drop-down menu.
Read the sentence from paragraph 3.
Thus, Owney’s first mail car excursion was a 150-mile jaunt south to New York City.
Use the drop-down menu to choose the word that best replaces the word excursion in the sentence.
a. bill
b. event
c. project
d. trip
d. trip
19. Read the sentence from paragraph 13.
My stomach knots up and my brain is stuck on terrible turtle troubles.
What does the phrase “my stomach knots up” tell the reader about Callie?
A Callie forgets what to do in her role as a turtle volunteer.
B Callie is nervous for the turtle’s well-being.
C Callie is remembering another turtle that struggled on land.
D Callie fears the people watching will harm the turtle.
B Callie is nervous for the turtle’s well-being.
27. Read Lines 10-18.
What is the speaker's response to the apple tree in the lines?
A The speaker thinks the apple tree will only grow leaves.
B The speaker believes the apple tree will bring a lot of happiness.
C The speaker is questioning if planting the apple tree is a good idea.
D The speaker says the apple tree might not grow well in all seasons.
B The speaker believes the apple tree will bring a lot of happiness.
**15. This question asks about what you read in the texts “The World’s Traveled Dog” and “The Pedestrians.”
With which statement would the authors of both texts most likely agree?
A Both texts focus on how travel was more difficult in the past due to the lack of modern transportation systems.
B Both Owney’s travels and Helga and Clara’s journey show how travel can be enjoyable and help individuals gain fame and fortune.
C Owney's travels and Helga and Clara's journey show how travel can make for an entertaining story.
D Owney’s life was carefully planned by postal workers, just as Helga and Clara’s journey was carefully sponsored by wealthy individuals.
C Owney's travels and Helga and Clara's journey show how travel can make for an entertaining story.
3. How does paragraph 3 contribute to the development of ideas in the text?
A It introduces the rules of the walking challenge that Helga and Clara decided to accept.
B It explains why Helga felt she needed to take extreme action to save her family’s home.
C It shows how the media reacted to Helga and Clara’s journey across the country.
D It describes the physical items Helga and Clara brought with them on their trip.
B It explains why Helga felt she needed to take extreme action to save her family’s home.
10. How does the author illustrate Owney’s importance in history and culture?
A by listing the tags and medals Owney collected from different countries
B by providing a timeline of when Owney visited various American cities
C by describing how Owney traveled with first-class mail and received special treatment
D by explaining that a classroom project and a published book helped keep Owney’s story alive for new generations
D by explaining that a classroom project and a published book helped keep Owney’s story alive for new generations
18. For this item, highlight the answer by hovering over and selecting the underlined text.
Select one underlined phrase from paragraph 7 that provides context for the meaning of the word trance as it is used in the paragraph.
a. she’s taking forever!
b. unaware of us or anything happening
c. until she is done nesting
d. we have to keep her safe.
b. unaware of us or anything happening
26. What does the figurative language in lines 1-9 reveal about the planting of the apple tree?
A It highlights a quick and simple task that anyone can do.
B It explains planting the apple tree as a gentle, caring act, like taking care of a baby.
C It shows the speaker’s worry that the apple tree might not survive after planting.
D It describes that planting an apple tree requires special skills, like those of a farmer, and tools to be planted correctly.
B It explains planting the apple tree as a gentle, caring act, like taking care of a baby.
**14. This question asks about what you read in the texts “The Pedestrians” and “The World’s Most Traveled Dog.”
How do the texts differ in how they present the impact of the characters’ journeys?
A “The Pedestrians” tells a fictional story of two women adventurers, while “The World’s Most Traveled Dog” includes only historical documents and facts.
B “The Pedestrians” presents the journey as a government-supported mission, while “The World’s Most Traveled Dog” explains how Owney helped reform the postal system.
C “The Pedestrians” focuses on the emotional and social aspects of Helga and Clara’s journey, while “The World’s Most Traveled Dog” highlights the physical distance and locations Owney visited.
D “The Pedestrians” provides a humorous account of Helga and Clara’s challenges, while “The World’s Most Traveled Dog” focuses on the dangers of global travel in the 1800s.
C “The Pedestrians” focuses on the emotional and social aspects of Helga and Clara’s journey, while “The World’s Most Traveled Dog” highlights the physical distance and locations Owney visited.
1. Part A: Which is a central idea of the text?
A Helga and Clara’s walk across the country helped them become wealthy and settle in New York.
B Helga and Clara’s journey inspired others and showed that women are capable of ambition, determination, and independence.
C Helga and Clara’s journey was supported by the government across the United States.
D Helga and Clara’s trip was easy and full of support from people across the country.
2. Part B Which quotation provides evidence for the answer in Part A?
A “Helga and Clara, still clad in traditional long dresses, left Spokane on May 5, each carrying an eight-pound satchel.” (paragraph 7)
B “It rained for all but three of the first thirty days of their journey.” (paragraph 8)
C “With no money for train tickets, Helga and Clara were forced to remain in New York.” (paragraph 16)
D “Helga Estby and Clara proved that women were strong and resourceful.” (paragraph 20)
Part A:
B Helga and Clara’s journey inspired others and showed that women are capable of ambition, determination, and independence.
Part B:
D “Helga Estby and Clara proved that women were strong and resourceful.” (paragraph 20)
8. Part A: Which is a central idea of the text?
A Owney preferred trains over ships because he disliked traveling overseas.
B Owney was accidentally sent overseas and never returned to the United States.
C Owney’s worldwide travels made him a famous and beloved symbol of the postal system.
D Owney often ran away from the Albany Post Office and caused trouble for postal workers.
9. Part B: Which quotation provides evidence for the answer in Part A?
A “Owney was a stray who had captured the hearts of postal workers and the public and become the mascot for the Railway Mail Service.” (paragraph 2)
B “At four in the morning on 19 August, Owney boarded the steamship Victoria along with 24 sacks of mail.” (paragraph 9)
C “He arrived in New York, his home state, on 24 December 1895.” (paragraph 12)
D “It is estimated that during his lifetime Owney traveled more than 143,000 miles, most of it in railroad mail cars.” (paragraph 13)
Part A
C Owney’s worldwide travels made him a famous and beloved symbol of the postal system.
Part B
A “Owney was a stray who had captured the hearts of postal workers and the public and become the mascot for the Railway Mail Service.” (paragraph 2)
16. Part A: What is a theme of the passage?
A It is important for humans to respect the natural behaviors of living creatures.
B It is generous for humans to intervene and help living creatures successfully navigate the world.
C Human development has negatively affected the natural patterns of living creatures.
D Humans should take every opportunity to get up close and personal with living creatures in their natural habitats.
17. Part B: Which quotation from the passage supports the answer in Part A?
A “She’s about three feet long and has the large head and big, blunt jaws of a loggerhead.” (paragraph 5)
B “I know the turtle is in a trance, unaware of us or anything happening around her until she is done nesting. But still, we have to keep her safe.” (paragraph 7)
C “What if she’s confused by the daylight and can’t find the ocean? What if she ends up in a hotel parking lot and gets squashed by a car?” (paragraph 12)
D “My side of the beach is empty except for a flock of shorebirds down by the water’s edge.” (paragraph 18)
Part A:
A It is important for humans to respect the natural behaviors of living creatures.
Part B:
B “I know the turtle is in a trance, unaware of us or anything happening around her until she is done nesting. But still, we have to keep her safe.” (paragraph 7)
25. Which statement is a theme of the poem?
A Planting a tree can bring numerous benefits to the world.
B Farming requires hard labor and experience throughout the seasons.
C Trees should only be planted in the spring season for the best results.
D Apple trees are important for the fruit they produce.
A Planting a tree can bring numerous benefits to the world.
33. How do paragraph 30 from the passage “On Sea Turtle Patrol” and lines 28-36 from the poem “The Planting of the Apple Tree” contribute to the inference that an act of kindness goes a long way?
A by including examples from real-life experiences
B by showing how helping others can be tiring and may not always work
C by demonstrating that small steps can lead to something meaningful and lasting
D by introducing how human actions can ruin a solid foundation for future generations
C by demonstrating that small steps can lead to something meaningful and lasting