Structure
According to the authors, how will training, learning about bike equipment, and wearing helmets and pads help riders?
A. Riders will be prepared to safely enjoy mountain biking.
B. Riders will win mountain biking competitions.
C. Riders will not get stiff and sore after biking.
D. Riders will not get lost after biking.
A
How does the information in paragraphs 4 and 5 support the main idea of the article?
A. By explaining how to prepare for mountain biking.
B. By giving details about the difficulties of mountain biking.
C. By showing how mountain biking can be painful.
D. By describing what muscles are used in mountain biking.
A
Read this sentence from paragraph 6.
Broadslides, bunny-hops, and jumps will also be a part of your arsenal as you attack a biking trail.
What does “arsenal” refer to?
A. Type of event
B. Type of break
C. A collection of skills
D. A place to mountain bike.
C
According to the authors, why should readers who want to mountain bike ask questions?
A. To figure out if they can do tricks
B. To figure out if they are ready to mountain bike.
C. To learn where they are allowed to ride their bikes.
D. To make sure they choose the right type of bike.
D
According to paragraph 13, why do some mountain biking events need to be watched closely?
A. To keep track of riders’ times
B. To keep track of riders’ mistakes
C. To make sure riders wear helmets
D. To make sure riders are staying safe.
B
Which sentence from the text best summarizes a main idea of the article?
A. “Check with friends who already take part in the sport.”
B. Ask questions at bike stores, but remember, they want to see you a bike, not think carefully about what they tell you.
C. “Maneuvering your bike on off-road trails calls for skills not usually needed around your neighborhood.”
D. “The winner is the first to make it through a tough course like sharp turns, logs, rocks, streams, and jumps.”
C
Which is a safety precaution mentioned in the article?
A. Helmet arm and knee pads
B. Cross-country, Hill-climbs, and Trails
C. Use a street bike and don’t ask a lot of questions
D. helmets, pads, and equipment that is in great condition
D
How does the author engage the reader in the introduction?
A. Uses imagery
B. Asks questions
C. Gives interesting facts
D. Provides examples
B
What structure is used in paragraphs 4 and 6? Use 2 details to support your thinking.
Compare and contrast
Cause and effect
Or
Problem Solution
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What is the central idea of paragraphs 7 and 8? Give 2 details to support your idea.
Mountain bikers need to practice specific skills.
What is the tone of paragraphs 1-3? Which phrases or words support the tone?
encouraging/motivating
Why would the authors include the section, “Competition” in this article? Give 2 details to support your answer.
To show the different kinds of races you can do on a mountain bike.