Part of Speech
The results of the science experiment tended to vary each time the class repeated it.
Verb
Word: vary
The results of the science experiment tended to vary each time the class repeated it. The data would sometimes differ slightly, depending on the temperature or timing. These small changes showed that results could also shift when conditions weren’t perfectly controlled.
differ, shift
Word: vary
The results of the science experiment tended to vary each time the class repeated it. The data would sometimes differ slightly, depending on the temperature or timing. These small changes showed that results could also shift when conditions weren’t perfectly controlled.
What does "vary" mean in this paragraph?
A) Stay
B) Change
C) Increase
D) Decrease
Change
The results of the science experiment tended to vary each time the class repeated it. The data would sometimes differ slightly, depending on the temperature or timing. These small changes showed that results could also shift when conditions weren’t perfectly controlled.
What are two things that caused the results of the experiment to change?
Temperature and timing
The results of the science experiment tended to vary each time the class repeated it. The data would sometimes differ slightly, depending on the temperature or timing. These small changes showed that results could also shift when conditions weren’t perfectly controlled.
What is the paragraph mainly about?
A) Repeating experiments
B) Classroom temperature
C) Timing experiments
D) Student favorites
A) Repeating experiments
When the coach said, “Some people haven’t been giving their best effort at practice,” he didn’t name anyone directly, but his tone seemed to imply disappointment.
Verb
When the coach said, “Some people haven’t been giving their best effort at practice,” he didn’t name anyone directly, but his tone seemed to imply disappointment. His words also suggested that he expected more dedication. Without saying it outright, he managed to hint that some players needed to try harder.
suggested, hint
When the coach said, “Some people haven’t been giving their best effort at practice,” he didn’t name anyone directly, but his tone seemed to imply disappointment. His words also suggested that he expected more dedication. Without saying it outright, he managed to hint that some players needed to try harder.
What does "imply" mean in this paragraph?
A) Ignore
B) State
C) Punish
D) Suggest
Suggest
When the coach said, “Some people haven’t been giving their best effort at practice,” he didn’t name anyone directly, but his tone seemed to imply disappointment. His words also suggested that he expected more dedication. Without saying it outright, he managed to hint that some players needed to try harder.
What was one reason the coach was disappointed?
He felt some players weren't giving their best effort.
When the coach said, “Some people haven’t been giving their best effort at practice,” he didn’t name anyone directly, but his tone seemed to imply disappointment. His words also suggested that he expected more dedication. Without saying it outright, he managed to hint that some players needed to try harder.
What is the paragraph mainly about?
A) Coach feedback
B) Player practice
C) Game rules
D) Athletic skills
Coach feedback
When the teacher said students could turn in a typed essay or a handwritten one, she explained that both options were equivalent and would earn the same number of points.
Adjective
When the teacher said students could turn in a typed essay or a handwritten one, she explained that both options were equivalent and would earn the same number of points. The two choices were equal in importance, and their results were comparable when graded.
equal, comparable
When the teacher said students could turn in a typed essay or a handwritten one, she explained that both options were equivalent and would earn the same number of points. The two choices were equal in importance, and their results were comparable when graded.
What does the word "equivalent" mean in this paragraph?
A) Different
B) Optional
C) Equal
D) Superior
Equal
When the teacher said students could turn in a typed essay or a handwritten one, she explained that both options were equivalent and would earn the same number of points. The two choices were equal in importance, and their results were comparable when graded.
What were the two options students could choose from for the assignment?
Whether to do it typed or handwritten
When the teacher said students could turn in a typed essay or a handwritten one, she explained that both options were equivalent and would earn the same number of points. The two choices were equal in importance, and their results were comparable when graded.
What is the paragraph mainly about?
A) Essay options
B) Teacher grading
C) Typing essays
D) Handwriting
Essay options
One characteristic of a good leader is the ability to listen carefully to others.
noun
One characteristic of a good leader is the ability to listen carefully to others. Maya demonstrated this distinctive trait to help her group stay respectful and cooperative during their project. Another typical sign of strong leadership she showed was patience when conflicts arose.
trait, sign
One characteristic of a good leader is the ability to listen carefully to others. Maya demonstrated this distinctive trait to help her group stay respectful and cooperative during their project. Another typical sign of strong leadership she showed was patience when conflicts arose.
What does "characteristic" mean in this paragraph?
A) Weakness
B) Mistake
C) Trait
D) Preference
Trait
One characteristic of a good leader is the ability to listen carefully to others. Maya demonstrated this distinctive trait to help her group stay respectful and cooperative during their project. Another typical sign of strong leadership she showed was patience when conflicts arose.
WH-Question: What is one characteristic of a good leader mentioned in the paragraph?
listening to others, patience
One characteristic of a good leader is the ability to listen carefully to others. Maya demonstrated this distinctive trait to help her group stay respectful and cooperative during their project. Another typical sign of strong leadership she showed was patience when conflicts arose.
What is the paragraph mainly about?
A) Maya’s hobbies
B) Leadership traits
C) Group rules
D) Handling conflicts
Leadership traits
When the new student didn’t speak much on the first day, many classmates made the assumption that she was shy.
Noun
When the new student didn’t speak much on the first day, many classmates made the assumption that she was shy. Their initial belief seemed reasonable at first, but it was based on very little information. Later, they realized their quick presumption was incorrect — she was simply tired from moving to a new city.
belief, presumption
When the new student didn’t speak much on the first day, many classmates made the assumption that she was shy. Their initial belief seemed reasonable at first, but it was based on very little information. Later, they realized their quick presumption was incorrect — she was simply tired from moving to a new city.
What does "assumption" mean in this paragraph?
A) Fact
B) Guess
C) Statement
D) Rule
Guess
When the new student didn’t speak much on the first day, many classmates made the assumption that she was shy. Their initial belief seemed reasonable at first, but it was based on very little information. Later, they realized their quick presumption was incorrect — she was simply tired from moving to a new city.
What did the students assume about their new classmate?
That she was shy
When the new student didn’t speak much on the first day, many classmates made the assumption that she was shy. Their initial belief seemed reasonable at first, but it was based on very little information. Later, they realized their quick presumption was incorrect — she was simply tired from moving to a new city.
What is the paragraph mainly about?
A) New student
B) Class behavior
C) Moving cities
D) Speaking in class
The new student