Vocabulary
What does the word inauguration mean in this sentence? At the inauguration, the new president took the oath of office.
A a feeling or people have
B a formal ceremony
C last day in office
D an informal meeting
B a formal ceremony
The following question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.
Part A Immigrants come to America to
A worry less.
B live in peace.
C express their own opinions.
D find a better life.
Part B Which words from the selection best support your answer for Part A?
A Those who do not break the law never have to worry.
B He knew that using peaceful ways
C people leave their homes to find a better life.
D by expressing their own choices
D find a better life.
C people leave their homes to find a better life.
What is a synonym for convention in this sentence? The farmers had a convention in the fall.
A harvest
B graduation
C meeting
D disagreement
C meeting
The first Congress met in
A Philadelphia.
B New York.
C Washington.
D Texas.
A Philadelphia.
What does the word jury mean in this sentence? The jury listened closely to the facts.
A people who make court decisions
B a group of people
C according to the law
D a detailed plan
A people who make court decisions
When is the Oath of Office given?
A in the Senate
B at the inauguration
C in the House of Representatives
D on Election Day
B at the inauguration
What does the word mint most likely mean in this sentence? People like to visit the national mint.
A a park with a lot of open space
B a building with a lot of pictures
C a large area with a lot of stores
D a place where money is made
D a place where money is made
Who is the First Lady?
A a cartoon character
B a member of the Senate
C the president’s wife
D the chief judge
C the president’s wife
What does the word organize mean in this sentence? Some students will organize a music club.
A ask the teacher for permission
B work together for a goal
C walk far to raise money
D explain to their parents about
B work together for a goal
What are the author’s purposes in writing this selection?
A inform and entertain
B entertain and persuade
C persuade and inform
D express an opinion and entertain
A inform and entertain