Paired Passages
Passage 1:
Many schools are adding more technology to classrooms. Tablets and laptops help students research information quickly and complete assignments more efficiently.
Passage 2:
Some teachers believe too much technology can distract students. They argue that students may focus more on games or social media than learning.
What is the main difference between Passage 1 and Passage 2?
A. Passage 1 is about teachers, and Passage 2 is about students
B. Passage 1 shows benefits of technology, while Passage 2 shows drawbacks
C. Both passages are about games
D. Both passages support technology equally
B. Passage 1 shows benefits of technology, while Passage 2 shows drawbacks
Recycling helps reduce waste and keeps the environment clean. Many schools now encourage students to recycle paper and plastic.
What is the author’s purpose?
A. To entertain
B. To inform
C. To persuade
D. To describe a story
B. To inform
The hallway buzzed with excitement.
Buzzed means:
A. Silent
B. Loud and active
C. Empty
D. Dark
B. Loud and active
What should you do first in an ICT?
A. Write the essay
B. Read the sources
C. Skip to questions
D. Guess
B. Read the sources
First we studied, then we took the test.
A. Cause/Effect
B. Chronological
C. Compare
D. Description
B. Chronological
“The wind whispered through the trees.”
A. Simile
B. Metaphor
C. Personification
D. Hyperbole
C. Personification
Passage 1:
Many schools are adding more technology to classrooms. Tablets and laptops help students research information quickly and complete assignments more efficiently.
Passage 2:
Some teachers believe too much technology can distract students. They argue that students may focus more on games or social media than learning.
What is the author’s purpose in Passage 2?
A. To entertain
B. To inform
C. To persuade against too much technology
D. To describe a classroom
C. To persuade against too much technology
You should bring a reusable water bottle to school because it helps reduce plastic waste and saves money over time.
What is the author’s purpose?
A. To inform
B. To entertain
C. To persuade
D. To describe
C. To persuade
Frederick tapped his pencil and looked at the clock.
Inference:
A. He is bored
B. He is nervous
C. He is happy
D. He is asleep
B. He is nervous
What is a claim?
A. A summary
B. A fact
C. The main argument
D. A question
C. The main argument
It rained, so the game was canceled.
A. Description
B. Cause/Effect
C. Compare
D. Problem
B. Cause/Effect
“My backpack weighs a ton.”
A. Hyperbole
B. Simile
C. Idiom
D. Metaphor
A. Hyperbole
Passage 1:
Many schools are adding more technology to classrooms. Tablets and laptops help students research information quickly and complete assignments more efficiently.
Passage 2:
Some teachers believe too much technology can distract students. They argue that students may focus more on games or social media than learning.
Which detail from Passage 1 supports the idea that technology is helpful?
A. “Too much technology can distract students”
B. “Students may focus more on games”
C. “Help students research information quickly”
D. “Teachers believe”
C. “Help students research information quickly”
The sun set behind the mountains as the sky turned orange and purple. Birds flew quietly back to their nests.
What is the author’s purpose?
A. To persuade
B. To inform
C. To entertain (describe a scene)
D. To explain steps
C. To entertain (describe a scene)
The wind howled and trees bent.
What is happening?
A. Sunny day
B. Storm
C. Calm weather
D. Night
B. Storm
Which is the best evidence?
A. I think phones are bad
B. Phones are everywhere
C. Source 1 says phones distract learning
D. Phones are fun
C. Source 1 says phones distract learning
Cats are quiet, but dogs are loud.
A. Compare/Contrast
B. Chronological
C. Description
D. Cause
A. Compare/Contrast
“The classroom was a zoo.”
A. Simile
B. Metaphor
C. Personification
D. Alliteration
B. Metaphor
Passage 1:
Many schools are adding more technology to classrooms. Tablets and laptops help students research information quickly and complete assignments more efficiently.
Passage 2:
Some teachers believe too much technology can distract students. They argue that students may focus more on games or social media than learning.
How do both passages treat the topic of technology?
A. Both strongly support it
B. Both strongly oppose it
C. One supports it, and one questions it
D. Neither discusses technology
C. One supports it, and one questions it
Scientists have discovered that regular exercise improves heart health and increases energy levels. Experts recommend at least 30 minutes of activity each day.
What is the author’s purpose?
A. To entertain
B. To inform
C. To persuade
D. To compare
B. To inform
Vanessa packed boots, water, and snacks.
Where is she going?
A. School
B. Party
C. Hiking
D. Store
C. Hiking
Why cite sources?
A. To make it longer
B. To give credit and support ideas
C. To repeat
D. To confuse
B. To give credit and support ideas
The tire was flat, so we replaced it.
A. Compare
B. Problem/Solution
C. Description
D. Chronological
Answer: B
“She ran like the wind.”
A. Metaphor
B. Simile
C. Hyperbole
D. Idiom
B. Simile
Passage 1:
Many schools are adding more technology to classrooms. Tablets and laptops help students research information quickly and complete assignments more efficiently.
Passage 2:
Some teachers believe too much technology can distract students. They argue that students may focus more on games or social media than learning.
What can the reader infer from reading BOTH passages?
A. Technology should never be used in schools
B. Technology has both benefits and challenges
C. Students do not like technology
D. Teachers do not use technology
B. Technology has both benefits and challenges
If schools allowed longer recess, students would be more focused in class. Studies show that movement helps improve attention and learning.
What is the author’s purpose?
A. To entertain
B. To inform
C. To persuade
D. To describe
C. To persuade
He practiced every day and never gave up.
What does this show?
A. Laziness
B. Determination
C. Anger
D. Fear
B. Determination
Which is a strong claim?
A. Phones exist
B. Phones should be limited because they distract learning
C. Phones are cool
D. Phones are used
B. Phones should be limited because they distract learning
The beach has soft sand, blue water, and bright sun.
A. Description
B. Cause
C. Compare
D. Problem
A. Description
“The sun smiled down on us.”
A. Hyperbole
B. Simile
C. Personification
D. Metaphor
C. Personification