Central Idea
How does the author develop the central idea of paragraph 8?
A. by illustrating how long Galileo investigated Jupiter’s largest moons
B. by explaining what the measurements of Jupiter’s winds revealed
C. by describing the various attempts to discover more about Jupiter’s composition
D. by detailing the difficulty of investigating the hottest parts of Jupiter’s atmosphere
D. by detailing the difficulty of investigating the hottest parts of Jupiter’s atmosphere
What does "magnetosphere" refer to in the passage?
The region of space influenced by Jupiter's powerful magnetic field.
How does paragraph 4 develop the ideas of paragraph 3?
A. It details the nature and surrounding area of Jupiter's magnetic field.
B. It compares the shape of Jupiter's magnetic field to the shape of Saturn's orbit.
C. It explains the harm posed to planet Earth by electrically charged matter.
D. It contrasts the containment of charged particles to the depths of inner moons.
A. It details the nature and surrounding area of Jupiter's magnetic field.
Which statement best describes the central idea of the passage?
A. Jupiter has been recognized for its own large moons, known currently as Galilean satellites.
B. Jupiter's unique qualities have attracted scientific study and discovery, beginning with Galileo until today.
C. Jupiter is a spotted, gaseous planet with cloud bands composed of ammonia or ammonia compounds.
D. Jupiter's extensive magnetic field has been compared to a windsock-shaped tail.
B. Jupiter's unique qualities have attracted scientific study and discovery, beginning with Galileo until today.
What is the meaning of "Jovian" in the passage?
Relating to Jupiter.
Which detail helps convey the central idea of paragraph 4?
A. inner moons
B. a magnetic field
C. the shape of a planet’s tail
D. the length of a planet’s tail
B. a magnetic field
How does the author develop the central idea of paragraph 1?
By describing the characteristics of Jupiter’s clouds and the role of its rotation in creating cloud bands.
What is the meaning of "tapestry" in paragraph 1?
A complex arrangement or pattern, referring to Jupiter’s appearance of cloud bands and spots.
Which two quotes must be included in a summary of paragraphs 5-7?
A. “With four large moons and many smaller moons, Jupiter forms a kind of miniature solar system.” (paragraph 5)
B. “They are acknowledged with a temporary designation by the International Astronomical Union.” (paragraph 5)
C. “These four moons are known today as the Galilean satellites.” (paragraph 6)
D. “Galileo would be astonished at what we have learned about these moons, . . .” (paragraph 6)
E. “. . . Jupiter's rings were a surprise, as they are composed of small, dark particles and are difficult (but not impossible) to see except when backlit by the sun.” (paragraph 7)
A. “With four large moons and many smaller moons, Jupiter forms a kind of miniature solar system.” (paragraph 5)
E. “. . . Jupiter's rings were a surprise, as they are composed of small, dark particles and are difficult (but not impossible) to see except when backlit by the sun.” (paragraph 7)
What is the central idea of paragraph 2?
The passage highlights Jupiter's spots and their persistence, particularly the Great Red Spot.
What does the term "Galilean satellites" mean in paragraph 6?
The four largest moons of Jupiter observed by Galileo.
Which detail must be included in a summary of the passage?
A. the International Astronomical Union
B. Jupiter's "temporary" moons
C. the Jovian magnetosphere
D. the oceans of the solar system
C. the Jovian magnetosphere