Mission Blue
8 In paragraph 6, the prefix un– helps the reader understand that unharmed means —
J. not harmed
13. How does the author organize the selection?
A. By explaining problems happening in oceans and the work Mission Blue does to solve the problems
11. What is the most likely reason the author wrote this selection?
A. To inform the reader about the work of Mission Blue members
7. Which key idea do the details in paragraphs 11 and 12 support about the goals of Mission Blue?
A. Young people can do their part to help oceans
9. What can the reader conclude about Mission Blue from information throughout the selection?
D. Mission Blue values teaching people about oceans.
10. In paragraphs 5 and 6, which key idea do the details support about why Mission Blue divides the ocean into small areas called “hope spots”?
H. These areas are easier to care for.
12. Based on the information in paragraph 9, what can the reader infer about why members of Mission Blue enjoy working with scientists?
J. Scientists have knowledge about which ocean plants or animals need help.
14. Based on the section “Beyond the Ocean,” what can the reader infer about Mission Blue members?
G. They want more people to help with the team’s goals.
15. What is the central idea of the selection?
C. The group Mission Blue works in different ways to care for oceans.