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First, read the dictionary definition. Then, complete the task.
Dictionary definition: (verb) 1. to estimate or judge using one or more senses
What is the word most closely matches the definition provided.
A. Perceive
B. Ability
C. Process
D. Entertainment
A. Perceive
Read the sentence.
Nowadays, a common source of entertainment is the 3–D feature at a theater or amusement park.
A synonym is a word or phrase that means the same or nearly the same as another word. What is the synonym of amusement?
A. exhibit
B. performance
C. experience
D. pleasure
D. pleasure
Which article title is related to the main idea of the passage "Making It Real"?
A."3–D Thrills: The Science and the Fun"
B."Scary 3–D Movies and Other Films"
C. "The Long, Exciting History of Film"
D. "People Watching at the Movies"
A."3–D Thrills: The Science and the Fun"
The last paragraph of the "Making It Real" text contains two questions whereas the other paragraphs do not contain any questions. What is the most likely reason the author asks questions in the final paragraph of the text?
A. The author is provoking the reader to think about why people are drawn to 3–D movies in the first place.
B. The author wants readers to respond with their answers as part of an open and continuing dialogue.
C. The author wants the reader to know there is still a lot we do not know about 3–D technology.
D. The author is checking for understanding and to see if readers remember what they learned.
A. The author is provoking the reader to think about why people are drawn to 3–D movies in the first place.
The sentence below contains one error in grammar usage. Read the sentence and answer the question that follows.
One reader asked the writer of the story with the strange title to explain what it meant.
Which version of the sentence has been correctly edited for grammar usage?
A. One reader asked the writer of the story with the strange title to explain what the title meant.
B. One reader asked the writer of the story with the strange title to explain what he meant.
C. One reader asked the writer of the story with the strange title to explain what they meant.
D. One reader asked the writer of the story with the strange title to explain to him or her what it meant.
A. One reader asked the writer of the story with the strange title to explain what the title meant.
A student interpreted the word decline to mean "to refuse." Which sentence best verifies the student's initial interpretation of the meaning of decline?
A. The decline in sales was very dramatic.
B. Her illness is causing her overall health to decline.
C. I decided to decline her invite to the party.
D. We watched the sun gradually decline in the west and disappear.
C. I decided to decline her invite to the party.
What does the word relationship in the sentence below reveal about the meanings of beverages and sharbat?
There are many different examples of beverages, including milk, water, cola, and sharbat.
A. Beverages are things that you drink, and sharbat is a liquid.
B. Beverages are things that are sweet, and sharbat is a dessert.
C. Beverages are things that come from animals, and sharbat is made by people.
D. Beverages are things that are nutritious, and sharbat comes from nature.
A. Beverages are things that you drink, and sharbat is a liquid.
Using "Making it Real" How does the author expand upon the idea about the history of 3–D movies presented below?
3–D movies have been around longer than you may think.
A. by stating when the first 3–D movie was actually made
B. by identifying where 3–D features are commonly found today
C. by identifying when most people believe 3–D movies were developed
D. by stating how 3–D glasses affect the way in which people process images
A. by stating when the first 3–D movie was actually made
What is the best way to write the sentence below so that it uses standard English?
I ain't sure whether he is comin' today or tomorrow.
A. I am not sure whether he is comin' today or tomorrow.
B. I ain't certain whether he is coming today or tomorrow.
C. I am not sure whether he is coming today or tomorrow.
D. Leave as is.
C. I am not sure whether he is coming today or tomorrow.
Jenna is taking notes on "Making It Real" so she can write a report on it. Which of the following notes is most related to "Making It Real"?
A. Theaters are often cold.
B. Movie screens are about twenty feet tall.
C. 3–D glasses cause the images on the screen to look real.
D. We like adventures.
C. 3–D glasses cause the images on the screen to look real.
A student is writing a book report for class about The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. The student wants to revise the report to make sure all of the points are supported and/or explained. Read the draft of the book report and complete the task that follows.
Identify the sentence from the report that requires more elaboration.
A. In The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Dorothy wakes up to find herself in a strange land.
B. She finds out that she will need to go to the Emerald City.
C.During her journey, Dorothy meets three friends.
D. Like Dorothy, they are all searching for something.
D. Like Dorothy, they are all searching for something.
Read the following summary of "Making It Real" written by a student. Text B
Which of the following choices best describes the summary?
A. The student summarized all of the main points of the passage.
B. The student summarized the introduction and the conclusion of the passage.
C. The student summarized the introduction to the passage instead of the main points.
D. None of the above
C. The student summarized the introduction to the passage instead of the main points.
Read over Passage D on the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
A student is writing an essay about the Leaning Tower of Pisa. The student wants to revise the essay to include a conclusion. Read the draft of the essay and complete the task that follows.
Choose the paragraph that would best conclude the student's essay.
A. While the Leaning Tower of Pisa is the most famous tower in Pisa, it is not the only one that leans. Two churches in the city also lean due to the soft soil throughout the city.
B. In the late twentieth century, workers tried to fix the Leaning Tower of Pisa's tilt. While they were not able to completely fix the lean, they were able to lessen the tilt by almost two degrees.
C. The original purpose of the Leaning Tower of Pisa was to show Pisa's power and strength. Over time, it has had several different purposes including its use as a watch tower during World War II.
D. Even though the Leaning Tower of Pisa was not meant to lean, the lean is what makes it so famous. The mistakes made during its construction make it a popular place for people to visit each year.
D. Even though the Leaning Tower of Pisa was not meant to lean, the lean is what makes it so famous. The mistakes made during its construction make it a popular place for people to visit each year.
The writing style in the first two paragraphs of "Making It Real" is narrative, taking the reader through an experience. However, the writing style in the third paragraph is different. Why is the difference between the third paragraph and the first two paragraphs important to the text?
A. Unlike the previous two paragraphs, the third paragraph is able to explain the history and science behind 3–D movies using an explanatory style.
B. Unlike the previous two paragraphs, the third paragraph tries to persuade the reader to watch a 3–D movie using a persuasive style.
C. Unlike the previous two paragraphs, the third paragraph is able to describe how the huge winged insect looks using a descriptive style.
D. Unlike the previous two paragraphs, the third paragraph tries to argue that 3–D movies are more entertaining than regular ones using an argumentative style.
A. Unlike the previous two paragraphs, the third paragraph is able to explain the history and science behind 3–D movies using an explanatory style.
Which sentence uses punctuation to create a suspenseful effect?
1. Callie was nervous for her first day of soccer practice because she had never set foot on a soccer field. 2. Her sister, Anna, had played since she was five and was an amazing player. 3.Callie had chosen to do ballet instead of soccer. 4. This year (unlike every other year), Anna finally got Callie to try out. 5. As she walked toward the field, though, Callie had regrets about trying out. 6. She saw the ball, the players, and the coach all gathering together to get started. 7. She heard the sounds of her footsteps and the nervous beating of her heart as her fear—that she would fail at soccer—took over her mind. 8. Callie slowly trudged on, her heart racing as she saw the other girls and how comfortable they were with each other. 9. She kept walking closer and closer, terrified about how they would react to her, until... the rest of the girls cheered her on in welcome!
9. She kept walking closer and closer, terrified about how they would react to her, until... the rest of the girls cheered her on in welcome!