The Game of Horseshoes
Which of these is necessary to construct a horseshoe court?
A A patch of lawn
B A level surface
C A bag of concrete
D A plastic bucket
B A level surface
What section of the document explains how to use loose dirt or sawdust as filler for your stake pits?
F The Game of Horseshoes
G Follow these steps to construct a court:
H Tips to anchor the stakes more firmly:
J Finally, Time to Play
G Follow these steps to construct a court:
As it is used in paragraph 1, what does the term sharp reports
A low, steady rumblings
B distant echoes
C abrupt, explosive noises
D hypnotic rhythms
C abrupt, explosive noises
Which word means the same as assertions
A concepts
B facts
C suspicions
D claims
D claims
In paragraph 4, the words “humiliating,” “disgraceful,” and “shameful” evoke what tone?
A Cautious
B Frightened
C Jealous
D Bitter
D Bitter
2 Which sentence should be included in a presentation about the proper way to pitch horseshoes?
F The stake pits should be anywhere from four to eight inches deep, with the stake spot in the center of the rectangle.
G Drive the stakes into the centers of their respective pits until they extend 14-15 inches above the pit surface.
H Each player pitches two consecutive shoes at the same stake and then walks to the stake, totals the points, and pitches back to the other stake.
J Experts recommend concentrating on the spot where you want the horseshoe to fall while lofting the horseshoe with an easy underhand motion
J Experts recommend concentrating on the spot where you want the horseshoe to fall while lofting the horseshoe with an easy underhand motion
Which statement best expresses the main idea of this document?
A The game of horseshoes was created many years ago and is still played today.
B Points are scored in horseshoes by trying to pitch a horseshoe toward a stake.
C Pitching horseshoes is an ancient sport and an easy game to set up and play.
D Driving the stakes is the most difficult part of setting up a horseshoe court.
C Pitching horseshoes is an ancient sport and an easy game to set up and play.
Paragraph 2 is mostly about the —
F typical sights and sounds on D Street
G horses pulling drays on D Street
H people who live on D Street
J main shops and businesses on D Street
F typical sights and sounds on D Street
Which best summarizes paragraph 2? in paragraph 1?
F IQ tests are an effective measure in determining the intelligence of both males and females.
G Although there is a link between body weight and brain size, males are not more intelligent than females.
H Although there is a difference in brain size between males and females, they seem to be equally intelligent.
J Males tend to score about the same as females on tests.
H Although there is a difference in brain size between males and females, they seem to be equally intelligent.
Which question is not answered in paragraph 5?
F Why were soldiers passing out?
G Why did Henry crawl to the stream?
H What kind of clothing was Henry wearing?
J Where was the couple in the mule cart going?
J Where was the couple in the mule cart going?
Based on the section “Tips to anchor the stakes more firmly,” the reader may best infer that —
A players risk potential injury from stakes that are not anchored
B stakes that are not anchored may shift during the course of play
C the most effective way to anchor the stakes is with concrete
D stakes must be anchored according to the official rules of play
B stakes that are not anchored may shift during the course of play
Which sentence supports the idea that there are variations to the rules of amateur horseshoe pitching?
F If you want to enjoy the game of horseshoes with your own family and friends, it’s easy enough to get started.
G For safety, locate your court away from houses, decks, and other buildings, as well as far from any streets or walkways.
H You’re going to dig neat rectangular areas at either end of the court.
J You can rotate pitching order or allow the highest scorer from the previous round to throw second
J You can rotate pitching order or allow the highest scorer from the previous round to throw second
Which question is not answered in paragraph 4?
A How far was Lydia able to sled?
B How much older was Michael than Lydia?
C What neighborhood offered the best sledding?
D What time of day were the streets most crowded?
D What time of day were the streets most crowded?
In paragraph 5, why does the author present the findings of Dr. Leonard Sax?
F To establish credibility by citing a medical professional
G To show that psychologists and physicians sometimes disagree on gender differences
H To demonstrate the fact that stereotypes are based on opinion
J To provide medical evidence to support the claim that women are more intelligent than men
F To establish credibility by citing a medical professional
Which sentence contains an example of figurative language?
F You have probably read an account or two of our humiliating defeat.
G It was at the Fairfax railway station that my salvation came in the form of a ministering angel.
H Miss Barton’s sacrifices are all the more extraordinary given the context in which they are offered.
J Her hand cramps from holding the pen and trying to keep pace with my ramblings.
G It was at the Fairfax railway station that my salvation came in the form of a ministering angel.
The organizational structure of the section “Finally, Time to Play” is best described as —
F chronological order
G comparison/contrast
H order of importance
J listing or enumeration
J listing or enumeration
Which question is answered in this document?
A Who is considered the game’s greatest player?
B What is the best strategy if an opponent throws a leaner?
C How long does a game of horseshoes typically last?
D Where can proper stakes for a horseshoe court be found?
D Where can proper stakes for a horseshoe court be found?
Paragraph 5 suggests that Dan Kilkenny had —
F extraordinary mental discipline
G more than one job
H exceptional physical strength
J plans to retire soon
H exceptional physical strength
Why does the author compare historical and modern attitudes toward men and women in paragraph 7?
A To prove that the brains of males and females are physically the same
B To confirm that gender determines how well a student will perform in a subject
C To demonstrate that assumptions about gender learning differences are misleading
D To show that males are better at learning languages than females
C To demonstrate that assumptions about gender learning differences are misleading
Which situation could best be described as ironic?
A Though they met in a tent-hospital, Henry and Clara Barton were both educators before the war.
B Though Caleb George and Woodrow Hinnant were from the same town, only one of them was injured in the war.
C Though Henry was a professor before the war, two uneducated youths taught him how to survive the experience.
D Though he is unable to write to his mother, Henry has dictated his letter to a volunteer nurse.
C Though Henry was a professor before the war, two uneducated youths taught him how to survive the experience.
According to the document, a full inning of play consists of —
A both players pitching at each stake
B one toss at each stake
C one player pitching at each stake
D two tosses at one stake
A both players pitching at each stake
Which information would be best to include in a presentation about the National Horseshoe Pitchers Association of America?
F Games are usually played until one player scores 40 points.
G Sand is superior to dirt or sawdust as filler for stake pits.
H The origins of the sport are likely based on discus competitions.
J There are 6,000 members in league-sanctioned tournament play.
J There are 6,000 members in league-sanctioned tournament play.
Which sentence best expresses the main idea of paragraphs 5 and 6?
F Lydia was certain Heaven resembled the interior of her father’s ice wagon: a dark place, cool and quiet.
G The lot of them would be playing ball in Commonwealth Park, or ambling toward the beach at City Point, or playing marbles or Kick the Wicket on the street.
H Frozen shatterings found their way into mouths, inside shirts and dresses, under chins, and atop closed eyes.
J Ice bent the iron rule of summer for a few precious moments before the heat clamped down again.
J Ice bent the iron rule of summer for a few precious moments before the heat clamped down again.
If a student researches the difference in employment status between men and women, which website would be the best source of information?
A www.career/guide.com, a site that provides guidance to job seekers of any age, gender, or race
B www.laborstatistics.com, a statistical site that provides a wide range of information on employment trends
C www.careersingovt.net, a site that offers information on how to apply for government employment
D www.nationalemploymentco.net, an employment counseling site that gives an overview of career options for job seekers
B www.laborstatistics.com, a statistical site that provides a wide range of information on employment trends
Which sentence best reflects Henry’s overall attitude about serving in the war?
F I suffered two injuries at the confrontation called Bull Run and am lying in a hospital, recuperating from the effects of surgery.
G I must admit that I find I am much better suited to my former life as a professor than to enduring the strains of military life.
H Dressed as we were in our woolen blues, it was not surprising that countless soldiers fainted from excessive heat or dehydration.
J They loaded me on their cart with little concern for my wounds.
G I must admit that I find I am much better suited to my former life as a professor than to enduring the strains of military life.