Skills
Another one of Chibi’s characteristics was that she changed the direction of her cautious attention frequently. This active behavior wasn’t limited to her kittenhood. Perhaps because she played alone most of the time in the expansive garden, she reacted strongly to insects and reptiles. And there were times when I could only conclude that she must be reacting to subtle changes in the wind and light, not detectable by humans. It may be that most cats share the same quickness, but even so, in Chibi’s case, it was acute—she was, after all, the cat of Lightning Alley. My wife got into the habit of pointing to the cat whenever it went by, extolling1 its virtues. . . .
What is the meaning of the word “subtle” as it is used in paragraph 5?
A environmental
B slight
C powerful
D rapid
B. Slight
Which choice accurately cites evidence?
A. "Wretched abhorred monster! How dare you approach me?(Grimly,45)
B. "Wretched abhorred monster! How dare you approach me?" (Grimly,45)
C. Wretched abhorred monster! How dare you approach me?
B. "Wretched abhorred monster! How dare you approach me?" (Grimly,45)
In paragraph 1, what does the phrase “lurches along its tracks—then takes a heart-stopping plunge” suggest about the Cyclone roller coaster?
A It moves at an unexpected rate of speed.
B It provides a thrilling experience for riders.
C It appeals to some visitors but not others.
D It presents a safety hazard for riders.
A It moves at an unexpected rate of speed.
Read this sentence from paragraph 2. “At sixteen years of age, I was enwrapped in the long skirts that impeded every footstep,” remembered Frances Willard, who in 1895 wrote a best-selling account of how she learned to ride a bicycle at age 53.
Which word from the sentence best helps the reader understand the meaning of “impeded”?
A enwrapped
B every
C footstep
D remembered
A enwrapped
Read this sentence from paragraph 11.
And from New Jersey’s Wildwood Park to California’s Pacific Park and Florida’s Walt Disney World, other amusement and theme parks have taken their cues from Coney Island.
Which quotation best supports this claim?
A “The inspiration for amusement parks such as Coney Island sprang from an exciting event in 1893—the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago.” (paragraph 2)
B “When he was unable to buy Ferris’s wheel, he had his own version built.” (paragraph 6)
C “Attractions that are so familiar today—roller coasters, water rides, fun houses, Tunnels of Love—all got their start there.” (paragraph 9)
C “Attractions that are so familiar today—roller coasters, water rides, fun houses, Tunnels of Love—all got their start there.” (paragraph 9)
The expected number of paragraphs of an extended response.
What is 4?
Why was George Ferris’s wheel considered an “engineering marvel” (paragraph 4)?
A It became the most popular attraction at the exposition.
B It was the fastest ride in the Midway section of the exposition.
C It gave people the opportunity to see the capabilities of new technology.
D It was something that other amusement park owners tried to bring to their parks.
C It gave people the opportunity to see the capabilities of new technology.
Which is a clear focused claim that answers the following prompt?
The authors of “Excerpt from Keep the ‘Wild’ in Wildlife” and “Excerpt from Saving Manatees” have a common goal. What is that common goal? How do the details presented in each article support this goal? Use details from both articles to support your response.
A. The authors of “Excerpt from Keep the ‘Wild’ in Wildlife” and “Excerpt from Saving Manatees” have the same common goal
B. The authors of “Excerpt from Keep the ‘Wild’ in Wildlife” and “Excerpt from Saving Manatees” have the same common goal of keeping wild animals safe.
C. the “Excerpt from Saving Manatees” have the same common goal of keeping wild animals safe.
B. The authors of “Excerpt from Keep the ‘Wild’ in Wildlife” and “Excerpt from Saving Manatees” have the same common goal of keeping wild animals safe.