"Sun Proof"
The author of “Sun Proof” writes, “Protecting yourself against the sun is the smart choice that kids like you are making these days.” How does the author support this point?
A by including advice from skin doctors
B by giving examples of how the sun is harmful
C by describing ways to protect oneself from the sun
D by providing details about the different ingredients in sunscreen
C by describing ways to protect oneself from the sun
How does the information in paragraph 4 of “Search for Sunwise Animals at Your Zoo” compare to the information about how humans protect themselves from the sun in “Sun Proof”?
A It shows that, like humans, elephants get hot in the sun.
B It shows that elephants are the only animals that spray themselves with water.
C It shows that humans are the only ones who use sunscreen for skin protection.
D It shows that, like humans, elephants need something to protect them from the sun.
D It shows that, like humans, elephants need something to protect them from the sun.
Read the sentence from paragraph 5 in “Sun Proof.”
You’ll need to get a bottle, shake it, fill up a handful, and slather it all over your body.
Which quotation from the “Search for Sunwise Animals at Your Zoo” contains a phrase that means the same thing as slather ?
A “These animals are sunwise because they protect themselves from the sun’s harmful rays.” (paragraph 1)
B “Elephants use dirt and hay as natural sunscreen — they spread it on their backs to cover their skin.” (paragraph 4)
C “Hippos secrete a pinkish colored oil that helps them keep their skin moist. . . .” (paragraph 6)
D “ . . . the leaves of the tree protect koalas from the sun’s strong rays.” (paragraph 7)
B “Elephants use dirt and hay as natural sunscreen — they spread it on their backs to cover their skin.” (paragraph 4)
Read the sentence from paragraph 8 of “Sun Proof.” So, during those times, play hard in the shade, chill out under an umbrella, have lunch inside, or try some indoor activities for a change of pace. What does the phrase chill out mean as it is used in the sentence?
A relax
B run
C stay dry
D warm up
A relax
According to the passage “Search for Sunwise Animals at Your Zoo,” which statement explains how a koala protects itself from the sun?
A Koalas sleep during the day.
B Eucalyptus leaves provide shade for koalas.
C Eucalyptus leaves are a koala’s primary food source.
D Koalas produce a substance that protects them from the sun.
B. Eucalyptus leaves provide shade for koalas.
What is a main idea that both “Sun Proof” and “Search for Sunwise Animals at Your Zoo” share?
A Skin is sensitive to the sun in the summer.
B It is important to wear sunscreen every day.
C There are many ways to protect the skin from the sun.
D All living things should try to stay cool during the summer.
C There are many ways to protect the skin from the sun.
In paragraph 4 of the passage “Sun Proof,” the author uses the phrase “roasting your skin.” Which phrase has the same meaning as the phrase used in the passage?
A burning the skin
B covering the skin
C rubbing on the skin
D applying to the skin
A burning the skin
How does the illustration “Slip, Slop, Slap and Wrap!” provide support for the passages “Sun Proof” and “Search for Sunwise Animals at Your Zoo”?
A It gives the reader information regarding alternate activities to do out of direct sunlight.
B It shows the reader that only active animals need to have protection from the sun.
C It helps the reader understand why sunglasses are used as a form of protection from the sun.
D It provides the reader with information as to how and when humans and animals protect themselves from the sun.
D It provides the reader with information as to how and when humans and animals protect themselves from the sun.
Which details describe the point of view of the authors of “Search for Sunwise Animals at Your Zoo”?
A.suggests that shade provides protection
B. implies the sun is harmful
C. implies animals use natural instincts to protect themselves
D. implies the sun is less harmful in the evening
E. suggests that sunscreen needs to be reapplied
C. implies animals use natural instincts to protect themselves
What information does the chart provide that the advertisement does not?
A the amount of time humans can spend in the sun before damage
B the ways that humans can be protected from the sun
C the importance of protection from the sun
D the times the sun is most harmful
A the amount of time humans can spend in the sun before damage
Which statement best describes the way the two authors present information about sun protection?
A The author of “Sun Proof” uses description, while the author of “Search for Sunwise Animals at Your Zoo” uses comparison.
B The author of “Sun Proof” uses description, while the author of “Search for Sunwise Animals at Your Zoo” uses cause and effect.
C The author of “Sun Proof” uses cause and effect, while the author of “Search for Sunwise Animals at Your Zoo” uses problem and solution.
D The author of “Sun Proof” uses comparison, while the author of “Search for Sunwise Animals at Your Zoo” uses problem and solution.
A The author of “Sun Proof” uses description, while the author of “Search for Sunwise Animals at Your Zoo” uses comparison.
Read the sentence from paragraph 2 of “Search for Sunwise Animals at Your Zoo.
” Chimpanzees avoid the peak hours of the sun."
What is the meaning of peak as it is used in the sentence?
A at the beginning of the day
B at the strongest point
C at the end of the day
D at the weakest point
A at the beginning of the day
According to the passage “Sun Proof,” what is the purpose of applying sunscreen, wearing sun shades, and covering up by wearing hats, caps, and clothing?
A to do outside activities
B to spend more time outdoors
C to protect the body from sun rays
D to relax in the shade when you can
C to protect the body from sun rays
Based on the information in both “Sun Proof” and “Search for Sunwise Animals at Your Zoo,” which of the following inferences can be made about the differences between humans and animals?
A Animals instinctively know how to shield themselves from the sun.
B Humans can avoid the dangers of the sun better than animals.
C Animals are less likely to get a sunburn than humans.
D Humans have better methods of skin protection.
A Animals instinctively know how to shield themselves from the sun.
Which details describe the point of view of the authors of “Sun Proof”?
A.suggests that shade provides protection
B. implies the sun is harmful
C. implies animals use natural instincts to protect themselves
D. implies the sun is less harmful in the evening
E. suggests that sunscreen needs to be reapplied
E. suggest that sunscreen needs to be reapplied