Reading(Fiction)
Reading (Non-Fiction)
Editing
Revising
Graphic Features
100
"The warm sand slipped between her toes, and the salty breeze tickled her skin as waves crashed rhythmically against the shore."
The author's use of sensory details in this sentence provides the reader with:
A)Hyperbolde
B) Foreshadow
C) Imagery
D) Repetition
C) Imagery
100
A website uses formal language, graphs, and detailed reports about climate change policies. Who is the most likely intended audience?
A) Elementary school students
B) Climate scientists and policymakers
C) Tourists planning a vacation
D) Social media influencers
B) Climate scientists and policymakers
100
Identify the sentence that uses capitalization correctly.
In the movie, David had a difficult time in cuba.
In the movie, David had a difficult time in Cuba.
2. In the movie, David had a difficult time in Cuba.
(#1 Did not capitalize the name of a country.)
100
When making a sandwich, you need to get the bread, peanut butter, jelly, and utensils. You need to spread the peanut butter onto the bread.
The writer wants to add a transition word at the beginning of the second sentence. Which word would be the best choice?
Moreover
Because
Then
3. Then
(#1 & #2 do not continue the sequence of events)
100
Which image would best support the author’s purpose:
.. to convince the audience that smartphones are harmful to young people’s development
A. 
B.
B.
This image shows people disengaged in life and support the author’s purpose of it having negative effects.
200
The puppy wagged its tail excitedly as it explored the park for the first time. Birds chirped in the trees, and children laughed nearby. Everything seemed bright and full of life. It was a perfect spring afternoon.
What is the overall tone of the paragraph?
A) Sad
B) Angry
C) Cheerful
D) Timid
C) Cheerful
200
Excerpt:
The Arctic is warming nearly four times faster than the rest of the planet. This rapid warming is melting sea ice, threatening species like polar bears and disrupting the lives of indigenous communities.
Question:
What is the main idea of the excerpt above?
A. The Arctic is home to many species of animals.
B. Rapid warming in the Arctic is endangering wildlife and disrupting indigenous cultures.
C. Indigenous communities have lived in the Arctic for thousands of years.
D. Polar bears are the most affected species in the Arctic.
B. Rapid warming in the Arctic is endangering wildlife and disrupting indigenous cultures.
This option accurately captures the main idea by addressing both the environmental impact (melting sea ice) and cultural disruption (effects on indigenous communities) mentioned in the excerpt.
200
"Each of the players have a unique skill that helps the team succeed."
A. NO CHANGE
B. has
C. having
D. were having
B. has
200
Where would this sentence best fit in a paragraph about the benefits of exercise?
"It can also boost your mood and energy levels."
A) At the beginning as a hook
B) After a sentence about how exercise improves mental health
C) Before a sentence about eating healthy
D) At the end of a story about a someone who lost 110lbs
B) After a sentence about how exercise improves mental health
200
“The number of teens getting the recommended amount of sleep has declined in recent years. Experts suggest that early school start times and increased screen time contribute to the problem.”
How does the graph support the information in the passage?
A. It proves that teens are sleeping too much
B. It illustrates the decrease in adequate teen sleep over time
C. It shows that screen time has increased faster than sleep
D. It contradicts the author’s claim by showing improvement
B. It illustrates the decrease in adequate teen sleep over time
300
“Lena stood quietly at the edge of the lake, the morning mist curling around her like a whisper. She clutched the letter in her hand, its words burned into her mind. She had come for closure, for understanding—but the silence of the water offered no answers, only reflections.”
What does the author’s use of the setting in this passage most likely suggest about Lena’s emotional state?
A. She feels energized by the calm and beauty of nature.
B. She is at peace with the past and ready to move on.
C. She is uncertain and searching for resolution.
D. She is excited about the new opportunities ahead.
C. She is uncertain and searching for resolution.
300
Excerpt:
Scientists argue that switching to renewable energy sources like solar and wind power is essential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and slow climate change. They believe that investing in clean energy will create jobs and promote a healthier environment.
Question:
What is the author's claim in the excerpt?
A. Renewable energy sources are expensive and unreliable.
B. Switching to renewable energy can reduce emissions and benefit the environment.
C. Fossil fuels are the only reliable energy sources.
D. Climate change cannot be slowed by human actions.
B. Switching to renewable energy can reduce emissions and benefit the environment.
Option B correctly states the author’s main claim that using renewable energy will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support environmental and economic benefits.
300
"Yesterday, I go to the museum and saw an amazing dinosaur exhibit."
A. NO CHANGE
B. gone
C. went
D. goes
C. went
300
Which revision of the sentence below improves clarity the most?
Original Sentence:
The teacher gave the students instructions that were confusing and difficult to understand.
A) The teacher gave confusing and difficult instructions to the students.
B) The students found the teacher’s instructions confusing and hard to understand.
C) The teacher gave the students instructions that were difficult to understand and confusing.
D) The teacher gave confusing instructions to the students that were difficult to understand.
B) The students found the teacher’s instructions confusing and hard to understand.
Explanation:
Option B improves clarity by clearly identifying who finds the instructions confusing (the students), and it uses straightforward, concise wording. It eliminates unnecessary repetition and awkward phrasing present in the original sentence.
300
“Teens often underestimate how much time they spend on screens. Excessive screen time, especially before bed, can disrupt sleep patterns and reduce physical activity. Experts recommend setting screen limits and increasing time spent outdoors or engaging in face-to-face activities.”
What is the most likely purpose of the pie chart?
A. To compare teen screen time habits with adult habits
B. To suggest that homework is the least important screen activity
C. To emphasize how much of teen screen time is spent on entertainment
D. To explain how screen time improves academic performance
C. To emphasize how much of teen screen time is spent on entertainment.
400
“Marisol paused at the bottom of the stairs, the argument with her sister still ringing in her ears. She knew she could walk out the door and leave everything behind—no more responsibility, no more tension. But then she looked up and saw her little brother, clutching his stuffed bear, watching her silently. With a deep breath, she turned around and headed back upstairs.”
What can we infer about Marisol’s character based on her decision in this moment?
A. She is easily manipulated by guilt.
B. She is impulsive and changes her mind frequently.
C. She values her family responsibilities over personal satisfaction.
D. She wants to avoid confrontation at all costs.
C. She values her family responsibilities over personal satisfaction.
400
Farmers in the region have noticed shorter growing seasons and unpredictable rainfall patterns over the past several years. Many have started planting different crops and using new irrigation techniques to cope with these changes.
Question:
What can you infer about the effects of climate change on the farmers?
A. The farmers believe climate change will have no long-term impact on their work.
B. The farmers have stopped farming because the climate is too unpredictable.
C. The farmers are adapting their practices because climate change is affecting weather and growing conditions.
D. The farmers think climate change is a natural process they cannot influence.
C. The farmers are adapting their practices because climate change is affecting weather and growing conditions.
The excerpt shows that farmers are changing their crops and irrigation methods in response to shorter growing seasons and unpredictable rain, so you can infer they are adapting to climate change’s effects, making C the correct answer.
400
"Maria studied all night she wanted to do well on her exam."
A. NO CHANGE
B. Maria studied all night, she wanted to do well on her exam.
C. Maria studied all night; she wanted to do well on her exam.
D. Maria studied all night she wanted, to do well on her exam.
C. Maria studied all night; she wanted to do well on her exam.
400
Which of the following best combines the two sentences?
Sentences:
The students studied hard for the exam. Some of them still found the test difficult.
A) The students studied hard for the exam, so some of them still found the test difficult.
B) Although the students studied hard for the exam, some of them still found the test difficult.
C) The students studied hard for the exam, and some of them still found the test difficult.
D) The students studied hard for the exam, but some of them still found the test difficult.
B) Although the students studied hard for the exam, some of them still found the test difficult.
Explanation:
Option B correctly uses the subordinating conjunction “although” to show a contrast between the two ideas: even though the students studied hard, some still found the test difficult. This preserves the intended meaning by highlighting the unexpected result.
400
“Many people believe Thomas Edison invented the light bulb, but the truth is more complex. Several inventors experimented with electric light before Edison. What made Edison’s version successful was the combination of a durable filament and a practical electric system to power it. His design made electric lighting accessible to the average person.”
How does the timeline support the information in the passage?
A. It proves Edison was the first to discover electricity.
B. It highlights the competition between Edison and other inventors.
C. It shows that many inventors contributed to the development of electric lighting.
D. It contradicts the passage by showing that Edison did not invent the light bulb.
C. It shows that many inventors contributed to the development of electric lighting.
500
“Daniel worked two jobs after school and still found time to help his younger siblings with their homework. He never complained, even when he was exhausted. When his teacher offered him a chance at a scholarship program, Daniel hesitated—he didn’t know who would take care of everything if he left. But then he remembered something his mother used to say: ‘You can’t pour from an empty cup.’”
Which theme is most clearly conveyed in this passage?
A. Ambition can destroy family relationships.
B. True leadership means putting others before yourself.
C. Sacrifice is only worthwhile when rewarded.
D. Taking care of yourself enables you to help others.
D. Taking care of yourself enables you to help others.
500
Excerpt:
According to recent studies, planting more trees can help absorb carbon dioxide and slow climate change. In addition, forest conservation protects biodiversity and prevents soil erosion.
Question:
Which detail best supports the claim that planting trees helps combat climate change?
A. Planting trees is popular in many countries.
B. Forests are home to many animals.
C. Soil erosion affects farming communities.
D. Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
D. Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
Option D directly supports the claim because it explains how planting trees helps combat climate change by absorbing carbon dioxide.
500
"Everyone should bring their own lunch to the field trip."
A. NO CHANGE
B. his or her
C. they're
D. its
B. his or her
500
Community gardens are a great way for people to grow their own fruits and vegetables. They bring neighbors together and help build a sense of community. People of all ages can help plant, water, and harvest the crops. These gardens also make fresh, healthy food more available to everyone.
How does the photograph support the main idea of the paragraph?
A) It shows people playing sports in a park
B) It shows community people working together to grow food
C) It shows a grocery store full of vegetables
D) It shows a map of the neighborhood
B) It shows community people working together to grow food