Author's Purpose
Information in the selection “Trees Rise in the Desert” suggests that Sawadogo values —
A. advice from others
B. spreading knowledge
C. personal wealth
D. exploring new places
B. spreading knowledge
What is the writing strategy designed to help students organize their writing and support their thinking to form constructed responses for informative/explanatory compositions?
ACE
What does ACE stand for?
A
C
E
A- Answer the Question
C- Cite the evidence
E- Explain your answer
What does SWBST stand for?
Somebody
Wanted
But
So
Then
Look at the selection "The Benefit of Martial Arts"
Sentence 8 lacks clarity. What is the MOST effective change Rose can make to improve the clarity of this sentence?
F. I began taking karate at age seven when my parents insisted I get off the couch and “do something.”
G. I began taking karate, when my parents at age seven insisted I get off the couch and “do something.”
H. My parents insisted I get off the couch and “do something” when I began taking karate at age seven.
J. When I began taking karate, my parents insisted I get off the couch and “do something” at age seven.
F. I began taking karate at age seven when my parents insisted I get off the couch and “do something.”
Which conclusion is supported by the information in paragraph 3 of the selection “Trees Rise in the Desert”?
F. People are eager to try new ways to farm.
G. The desert landscape naturally encourages plant growth.
H. Zaï farming is the only successful way to prevent desertification.
J. It can be helpful to look to the past for answers.
J. It can be helpful to look to the past for answers.
What are the transitions for the first ACE paragraph?
A- First,
C- The text states ""
E- The evidence shows
What does FANBOYS stand for?
FOR
AND
NOR
BUT
OR
YET
SO
(1) Visions of Mikayla’s favorite cooking show flashed through her mind. (2) How exactly did Chef Luciano toss the pizza dough; to flatten it and make a perfect circle?
A. Change Chef Luciano to chef Luciano
B. Change toss to tosses
C. Delete the semicolon after dough
D. Insert a comma after it
C. Delete the semicolon after dough
Look at the selection "The Benefit of Martial Arts"
Which of the following sentences should replace sentence 13 to serve as a more effective topic sentence of this paragraph?
A. As if the physical benefits weren’t enough, participating in martial arts also helps kids develop strong mental focus.
B. In martial arts class, the instruction goes beyond learning how to perform physical moves more effectively.
C. Many people are surprised by the variety of benefits that they receive from taking a martial arts class.
D. Taking a martial arts class will certainly help someone get in better shape physically, but that’s not the only benefit.
A. As if the physical benefits weren’t enough, participating in martial arts also helps kids develop strong mental focus.
Look at the selection "A Dose of Support."
Read this sentence from paragraph 15.
-She felt a weight lift from her shoulders, now buoyed by a dose of support from her friend.
What does the author’s use of figurative language in this sentence help the reader understand?
F. The burden Brittany feels about winning the competition
G. The sense of relief Brittany feels from Alix’s presence
H. The mutual respect Brittany and Alix have for each other
J. The challenges in gymnastics that Brittany has had to overcome
G. The sense of relief Brittany feels from Alix’s presence
Look at the selection "A Dose of Support." How does the change of setting in paragraph 10 of the story contribute to the plot?
F. By causing Brittany to believe that Alix will not come to support her
G. By increasing the pressure Brittany feels about her performance
H. By revealing that Brittany has practiced as much as she can for the competition
J. By highlighting the reason Brittany needed time apart from Alix
G. By increasing the pressure Brittany feels about her performance
Look at the selection "A Dose of Support."
In paragraph 10, what does the word solemn mean?
A. Serious
B. Confused
C. Shocked
D. Annoyed
A. Serious
On your whiteboard, draw the outline for our extended constructed response and include all the labels and transitions.
Introduction/ Thesis
______________________________
Topic Sentence: First,
Evidence: The text states ""
Answer: This shows
Concluding Sentence:
_____________________
Topic Sentence: Additionally,
Evidence: The text states ""
Answer: This shows
Concluding Sentence:
________________________________
In conclusion,
Read the selection "The Benefit of Martial Arts"
Which word would be a more precise word to use than really in sentence 21?
F. actually
G. quickly
H. honestly
J. constantly
J. constantly
Look at the selection "A Dose of Support."
In paragraph 15, the author’s choice of language creates a mood of —
F. fondness
G. admiration
H. hopefulness
J. amusement
H. hopefulness
Look at the selection "A Dose of Support." Read this sentence from paragraph 14.
“You’ve got this, Brit; and no matter what happens, I’ll be cheering you on.”
How does this sentence support a primary theme of the story?
A. By explaining that it is important to be honest with others
B. By revealing that achieving a goal often requires eliminating distractions
C. By suggesting that participating in athletic competitions can be stressful
D. By showing that good relationships can withstand minor disagreements
D. By showing that good relationships can withstand minor disagreements
Look at the selection "A Dose of Support."
Which sentence supports the idea that Brittany is concerned about her friendship with Alix?
F. With that, Alix turned and headed toward the exit.(paragraph 4)
G. Brittany stared at the empty stands, imagining how she must have made Alix feel. (paragraph 9)
H. Alix placed her hands on Brittany’s shoulders and gave her a little shake. (paragraph 14)
J She saw Alix, giving two thumbs up, and Brittany envisioned the judges giving her the same gesture after her routine. (paragraph 15)
G. Brittany stared at the empty stands, imagining how she must have made Alix feel. (paragraph 9)
Read the selection about Frederico's letter to his parents.
What change should be made in sentence 9?
F. Change If to Unless
G. Change us to them
H. Change are to is
J. Change fascinating to fasinating
H. Change are to is
Look at the selection "The Benefits of Martial Arts"
What sentence in the fifth paragraph (sentences 24–28) is extraneous and should be deleted?
A. Sentence 25
B. Sentence 26
C. Sentence 27
C. Sentence 27
What is the author’s purpose in the selection “Trees Rise in the Desert”?
A. To highlight the desert lifestyle of Sawadogo and his people
B. To show people how to plant forests using zaï farming
C. To explain the different steps involved in zaï farming
D. To describe how Sawadogo found a way to improve desert land
D. To describe how Sawadogo found a way to improve desert land
What is the best summary of the selection “Trees Rise in the Desert”?
F. Burkina Faso is a dry area located between the Sahara Desert and West Africa. A man named Yacouba Sawadogo dug many holes in the ground to try a method called zaï farming. When the rain finally came, the seeds sprouted. Now the area is a forest in the middle of the desert.
G. During a ten-year desert drought, Yacouba Sawadogo, a farmer in Burkina Faso, used an old method called zaï farming. Many doubted that his method would work. However, after years passed, the seeds Sawadogo planted produced a forest. Today Sawadogo shares his method with others.
H. Yacouba Sawadogo dug several holes in the ground and filled them with organic materials such as cattle manure and leaves. The villagers thought Sawadogo was foolish for planting seeds in pits when there was no water to help them grow. However, the seeds grew and the zaï farming method proved successful.
J. Farmers in Burkina Faso were having trouble growing crops because of the ten-year drought. Yacouba Sawadogo dug holes and waited for the rain. His neighbors laughed at him, but he explained that the rain would eventually come. Now Sawadogo travels around the entire region.
G. During a ten-year desert drought, Yacouba Sawadogo, a farmer in Burkina Faso, used an old method called zaï farming. Many doubted that his method would work. However, after years passed, the seeds Sawadogo planted produced a forest. Today Sawadogo shares his method with others.
Look at the selection "A Dose of Support."
Which sentence suggests that Brittany’s performance suffers because of Alix’s absence?
A. “I’m sorry, Brittany, I know you’re great at gymnastics, but I was just trying to offer some advice.” (paragraph 4)
B. Five days had passed since Brittany had confronted Alix—and just two days were left until the competition. (paragraph 6)
C. “You seem off your game, Brit—and you need to get it together by Saturday morning.” (paragraph 8)
D. Brittany approached the edge of the mat with her head held high. (paragraph 15)
C. “You seem off your game, Brit—and you need to get it together by Saturday morning.” (paragraph 8)
Look at the selection "The Benefit of Martial Arts".
What it the MOST effective way for Rose to combine sentences 3 and 4?
A. Playing a team sport is one way to get this exercise, so not every kid wants to join a team.
B. Playing a team sport is one way to get this exercise, but not every kid wants to join a team.
C. Not every kid wants to join a team, also playing a team sport is one way to get this exercise.
D. Because playing a team sport is one way to get this exercise, not every kid wants to join a team.
B. Playing a team sport is one way to get this exercise, but not every kid wants to join a team.
Look at the selection "The Benefits of Martial Arts"
Which sentence should Rose add after sentence 31 to improve the conclusion of her letter?
F. Why do you think these classes are so popular?
G. Are there any other benefits you want to know about?
H. Do you see why it’s better for you than using a computer?
J. Why not put down your phone, try a class, and see for yourself?
J. Why not put down your phone, try a class, and see for yourself?