Poem
In line “It kept vigil for its tiny casualty,” the ocean is being
A. personified
B. compared to a doctor
C. described literally
D. mocked for its inaction
A. personified
What is the tone of this text?
a. Accusatory
b. Ecstatic
c. Passive
d. Formal
d. Formal
Read the sentence from paragraph 102.
They gazed back at the ruined Monster, the stagnating mound, where already strange reptilian birds and golden insects were busy at the steaming armor.
Which word is an antonym for the word stagnating?
A. Rotting
B. Flourishing
C. Hibernating
D. Vegetating
B. Flourishing
What might the term “paleontologists” mean based on its usage in the sentence below?
“One of the hot topics among paleontologists the last couple of years has been whether or not T. rex was able to run fast and whether it was a hunter or a scavenger.”
a. People whose profession is research
b. People who like dinosaurs
c. People who study dinosaurs
d. People who study the Paleolithic era
c. People who study dinosaurs
What is the most common answer choice on the EOC?
B
The speaker’s tone when recalling the shark autopsy can best be described as
A. horrified
B. scientific and fascinated
C. apathetic
D. sorrowful and nostalgic
B. scientific and fascinated
In the sentence below, what is the most likely meaning of the word “conclusively”?
“Although pack hunting among tyrannosaurs has not been proven conclusively, small forelimbs may have evolved to keep these appendages out of the way of snapping jaws…”
a. Vaguely
b. Definitively
c. Constructively
d. Moderately
b. Definitively
Which statement best explains why the discussion about President Keith in the opening scene is important to the success of the story’s plot?
A. The discussion about President Keith’s election sets the plot in motion, so it is important for the reader to learn about it prior to learning about the time travel.
B. The discussion demonstrates that President Keith won and that his opponent is monstrous, which is necessary to know to understand the final scene’s significance.
C. It is revealed at the end that the government is at odds with the safari company, so knowing that members of the company support President Keith is important.
D. Information about President Keith’s election serves to foreshadow the story’s dramatic ending.
B. The discussion demonstrates that President Keith won and that his opponent is monstrous, which is necessary to know to understand the final scene’s significance.
What role do Dr. Horner and Dr. Holtz play in making the text more persuasive?
a. They provide an anecdote by referencing fictional characters in the movie “Jurassic Park” to create a humorous tone for the audience’s enjoyment.
b. They establish the author’s credibility by providing concrete evaluations of the topic by professionals who are trustworthy sources.
c. They remind the audience that this topic is opinion-based, encouraging the reader to form their own opinion based on the advice of others exclusively, disregarding concrete evidence.
d. It establishes that these are professionals who have conducted research, so their opinions are the equivalent of facts and both are inherently 100% correct, so audience should fully agree with what they said.
b. They establish the author’s credibility by providing concrete evaluations of the topic by professionals who are trustworthy sources.
When stuck between two questions on the EOC...
What inference can be made about the guests at the uncle’s wedding when the alligator appears?
A. They panic because they believe they are in danger.
B. They are annoyed that their event is being interrupted.
C. They feel a quiet sense of awe or respect.
D. They are excited and immediately take pictures.
C. They feel a quiet sense of awe or respect.
What is the central idea of the text?
a. Dinosaurs lived during the Cretaceous Period 66 million years ago, as seen in fossils found in the U.S. in Canada.
b. The Tyrannosaurus Rex is a type of predatory dinosaur that is well known for its dominance in terms of size and role in its environment.
c. Since 1902, the T. Rex has been the only formal member of the genus Tyrannosaurus due to its biological advantages.
d. Tyrannosaurus Rex are the species that determined the complexity of the dinosaur era considering its powerful walk, and size found in concrete fossils in 1990.
b. The Tyrannosaurus Rex is a type of predatory dinosaur that is well known for its dominance in terms of size and role in its environment.
The scene that depicts how horrifying the dinosaur is contributes to the plot by —
A. making the careless actions Eckels takes seem believable despite the risks they pose
B. demonstrating why adventurous people would want to sign up for the safari
C. explaining why Travis and the desk clerk warn Eckels about the danger of the hunt
D. indicating that hunting a dinosaur is more challenging than hunting other game
A. making the careless actions Eckels takes seem believable despite the risks they pose
What is the author’s primary claim?
a. The speed of the Tyrannosaurus Rex would be a groundbreaking discovery because of the impact its capabilities in movement would have on its behavior.
b. The Tyrannosaurus Rex is capable of reaching high speeds when moving, making it a quick hunter and establishing its dominance over other dinosaurs.
c. The Tyrannosaurs Rex’s speed has come into debate in recent years because scientists are divided on how they moved, leaving questions unanswered about their potential behaviors.
d. The T. Rex was incredibly slow due to its massive size, resulting in its hunting habits rely primarily on scavenger tactics and processes.
a. The speed of the Tyrannosaurus Rex would be a groundbreaking discovery because of the impact its capabilities in movement would have on its behavior.
When a written response questions asks you to support your answer with at least one quote, how many citations should you make?
Two
What does the shark autopsy most likely reveal about the speaker?
A. A tendency to act impulsively and without thought
B. A deep curiosity about the natural world
'C. A desire to challenge authority
D. A lack of concern for animal life
B. A deep curiosity about the natural world
What is the purpose of including paragraph 3 in the text? (The first paragraph in the Form and Function section)
a. The third paragraph examines how specific T. Rex fossils can create a skewed understanding of the true size and dominance of the species as it sets an unrealistic example of how large they could be, which is unfair to the overall understanding of the average capabilities for this creature.
b. It creates an understanding of the biological processes of all dinosaurs, examining how comparatively the T. Rex is superior due to its grand size and unique abilities.
c. The third paragraph functions as a means to provide concrete evidence of the genetic physical characteristics of the T. Rex that created its biological superiority during its lifetime.
d. It establishes how in the north, these dinosaurs flourished, with concrete examples of the northern giants defending the author’s primary claim that dinosaurs preferred more arid, cold environments.
c. The third paragraph functions as a means to provide concrete evidence of the genetic physical characteristics of the T. Rex that created its biological superiority during its lifetime.
The enormity of visiting a time so far before his own makes Eckels —
A. ponder whether his concern over the election was small and insignificant
B. regain confidence when he encounters the dinosaur he is supposed to shoot
C. wonder how the world will change if they can be successful on the trip
D. consider living his life in a different way when he returns to the present
A. ponder whether his concern over the election was small and insignificant
Which quote from the text supports the author’s main claim?
a. “One of the hot topics among paleontologists the last couple of years has been whether or not T. rex was able to run fast and whether it was a hunter or a scavenger.”
b. “On one side of the argument are scientists who believe that T. rex was a swift hunter, capable of running as fast as 40 miles per hour (60 km per hour).”
c. “On the other side of the argument are scientists who believe T. rex was not able to move at much more than a walk and had to scavenge already dead carcasses to feed itself.”
d. “It is not just the speed of this famous dinosaur that comes into question; how fast it could move would have determined a great deal about its behavior.”
d. “It is not just the speed of this famous dinosaur that comes into question; how fast it could move would have determined a great deal about its behavior.”
Before you read any part of the story (including the title), what should you read first?
The question(s)
. What effect does the imagery of “seagulls circled overhead” and “the ocean was quiet” create?
A. It builds suspense leading to a chaotic moment.
B. It creates a peaceful atmosphere that contrasts with the shark’s death.
C. It emphasizes the speaker’s fear of nature.
D. It suggests the beach is becoming more dangerous.
B. It creates a peaceful atmosphere that contrasts with the shark’s death.
How does the structure of the text help develop the reader’s understanding?
a. By establishing sections with headers from which information is categorized, it makes it easier for the reader to understand what each section will be teaching them about.
b. By writing in chronological order, we are able to see how dinosaurs evolved over time, allowing us to break down the overall concepts specific to this finite time period.
c. By formatting the passage with headers, it will inform the reader of the content exclusive to this section so they understand how these concepts do not intersect and cannot be cohesively understood.
d. By formatting this passage as freeform poetry, it allows the reader to reconceptualize the content in a way that creates emotional connections, ensuring the information sticks with them.
a. By establishing sections with headers from which information is categorized, it makes it easier for the reader to understand what each section will be teaching them about.
Which two conventions of the science fiction genre best support an inference that the time travelers’ actions will change the future?
A. Science fiction allows the narrative to break from reality, so any outcome is possible.
B. Technology in science fiction is used to entertain readers.
C. Science fiction often deals with apocalyptic scenarios.
D. How past, present, and future influence each other is often explored in science fiction.
E. Fictional languages and descriptive settings are very common devices used in science fiction.
A. Science fiction allows the narrative to break from reality, so any outcome is possible.
AND
E. Fictional languages and descriptive settings are very common devices used in science fiction.
How did the author use rhetorical appeals to develop their claim?
a. The author uses logos in order to establish facts, making the reader more likely to agree with the claims even if they disagree with the author on how quickly the T. Rex was able to move.
b. The author uses ethos and logos in order to credibly and factually support their initial claim, making their remarks more substantiated and believable to audiences that might not have an expansive knowledge of the subject.
c. Ethos is employed by the author’s use of connotative, emotionally charged language, making the reader feel empowered and motivated, encouraging them to support their cause.
d. Logos is used effectively by the author establishing their own credibility, referring to their own research they conducted with the help of credible professionals and institutions
b. The author uses ethos and logos in order to credibly and factually support their initial claim, making their remarks more substantiated and believable to audiences that might not have an expansive knowledge of the subject.
When should you change your answer?
(almost) NEVER! Only change the answer if your original choice is disproven by a later question. Listen to & trust your gut. Your first guess is most likely correct.