Best Evidence
Which detail shows the author’s opinion on the purpose of taking care of yourself?
“Well, keeping your mind and body healthy and safe is fundamental to staying alive and thriving as a person.”
How many hours should you get before taking the test?
at least 8 hours
What word best describes the human body?
Complex
what is the proper position to to sit in when taking a test?
Feet flat on the floor, sitting straight up
Which evidence supports the idea that Michael O'Neill is very clever?
On a cloudless summer morning he had come down a country road white with dust, and, pausing outside a farmhouse, had told the farmer's daughter, with elegant indifference, that the local police were in pursuit of him.
Which quotation best reveals the harms of not getting enough sleep?
“People who are sleep deprived typically have trouble doing fairly simple things they can usually handle– like writing or driving.”
What kind of breakfast is best for a test?
A breakfast combination of protein and carbohydrates is best.
Which quotation best supports your answer to question 100?
“It changes over time, interacts with the world, adapts to different environments, and can usually fix itself…”
What flavor gum or mints can help with focus and concentration?
Mint/peppermint
Which two actions demonstrate Michael O'Neill's dexterity?
He hides in a well
He disguises himself as a scarecrow
Which quotation from the article best supports the authors purpose of informing readers of alternatives to excercise ?
“The goal is simply to work as many different parts of your body on a regular basis and to keep moving for 20-30 minutes several times each week.”
What is one way to reduce your stress level on the day of the test?
Arrive early, login before others.
Which word best describes the quality of exercise that is needed to maintain self-care?
Strenuous
negative
What does the word somber suggest about Bridget?
she is a serious person
Which detail from the text best demonstrates why healthy eating is an important form of self-care?
“Remember that when your body is healthy and in nutritional balance, you’re bound to feel your best – and feeling your best can boost your emotional health.”
What type of breathing pattern can help you stay calm and control test anxiety?
3 in, 5 out
Which phrase from the text best captures the author’s definition of self-care?
“It’s the skills that allow you to take care of yourself, and to take responsibility for all the things that go into managing your life.”
Why should you not eat a heavy breakfast before testing?
It can make you drowsy
What does the phrase undoubtedly a gentleman of honorable pedigree suggest about Michael O'Neill?
He is from a respected family
Which quotation best highlights how teenagers today differ from teens of the past?
“Compared to teens a couple of decades ago, the way they interact with traditional media like books and movies is fundamentally different.”
How should you measure the time you have to take a test?
Divide it up and use all of it.
What does the phrase “diverse American mosaic” refer to in paragraph 2?
the many types of people who live in America
What is the best way to figure out an unknown word that you encounter in a reading passage?
Use context clues
In paragraph 2, the author describes the farmyard as being normal with everything in place. What effect does this description have on the passage?
It creates a sense of mystery