History
Who led many settlers west on the Oregon Trail during the 1800's and motivated westward migration?
pioneers on the Oregon Trail
In a proportional relationship written as y=mxy=mx, what does mm represent?
m is the slope / rate of change
What is a morpheme?
A morpheme is the smallest unit of meaning in a word (free or bound)
Give the correct class (mammal, bird, reptile, amphibian, fish, or insect) for a frog and one key trait that places it there.
Frog = amphibian. Trait: life cycle includes aquatic larval stage; permeable skin; lives both in water and on land.
Name one strategy to stay organized with school materials.
binder with dividers for each subject; keep checklist; use homework planner.
Name one major reason Americans moved west during the 19th century.
Economic opportunity," "available land/farming," "gold in California.
Given y=4x, what is the slope and what is the y-value when x=3?
Slope
y=12x
Identify the root and meaning in the word “transportation.”
root: "port" meaning carry; prefix "trans-" means across; suffix "-ation" makes noun.
What is one major level of the biological classification system above “genus”?
"family" is directly above genus.
List two test‑taking skills that help students perform better on a quiz or test.
read all directions first; pace yourself; answer easy questions first; eliminate wrong choices on multiple choice.
What was the Homestead Act and how did it encourage westward expansion?
Gave 160 acres to settlers who lived on and improved the land for a set number of years, encouraging settlement.
On a graph of y=2xy=2x, what is the y-intercept?
For y=2x, y-intercept is (0,0) because it can be written y=2x+0
Define figurative language?
Figurative language = non-literal language used for effect.
Name two characteristics that scientists use to classify animals into groups.
presence/absence of backbone, number of legs, body covering, method of reproduction
Give two steps a student can take to follow directions carefully when the teacher gives instructions.
listen fully; ask clarifying questions; repeat instructions back or write them down.
Describe one lasting effect of westward expansion on Native American tribes.
Loss of land, forced relocation, cultural disruption, broken treaties
A line passes through (2, 6) and has equation y=mx. Find m.
m=3.
Read this sentence and identify the figurative language: “The classroom was a hive of activity.” Which device is used and why?
metaphor; classroom compared to hive to show busy activity.
Explain why scientific classification (taxonomy) is useful for scientists studying animals
Taxonomy organizes species so scientists can identify relationships, predict traits, and communicate clearly.
Describe two active listening behaviors students should use when the teacher is talking.
maintain eye contact, avoid interruptions, take notes, nod or give brief verbal acknowledgments.
Explain how the transcontinental railroad changed trade and settlement patterns in the United States.
Faster shipping of goods, increased settlement along rail lines, linked east and west markets
Given the table: x: 0, 2, 4 ; y: 0, 6, 12 — determine whether the relationship is proportional. If so, write the equation in the form y=mx and find m.
m=3.
Break the word “unbelievable” into morphemes and explain how each part changes meaning.
un- (not) + believe (root) + -able (capable of) → "not capable of being believed."
Given an animal described as “warm-blooded, has hair, and nurses young,” classify it and explain two traits that support your classification.
Warm-blooded, hair, nurses young → mammal; traits: hair/fur and mammary glands that feed young.
Provide a short personal plan (3 clear steps), you can use it to stay focused in class for the whole period.
1) Put phone away and set timer for focused blocks; 2) Keep a small checklist of tasks for the period; 3) Take quick notes and ask one clarifying question if confused.