Central Idea
What is the main idea of the text "The Structure of a Corn Plant"?
A) Corn is used only for animal feed.
B) Corn has both male and female parts and is pollinated by the wind.
C) Corn plants grow underground.
D) Corn is a type of vegetable.
B) Corn has both male and female parts and is pollinated by the wind.
Which text feature helps the reader understand the process of photosynthesis?
A) Table of contents
B) Diagram
C) Glossary
D) Index
B) Diagram
How would you summarize the importance of corn in "The Structure of a Corn Plant"?
A) It only grows in warm climates.
B) It is a valuable food source and can grow in various environments.
C) It has no significant use.
D) It is only grown for decoration.
B) It is a valuable food source and can grow in various environments.
What claim does the author make in "The Case for Keeping Corn Number 1"?
A) Corn is the easiest crop to grow.
B) Modern farming practices are beneficial.
C) Corn farming is essential for the economy.
D) Corn should be banned.
C) Corn farming is essential for the economy.
What is the author's purpose in "The Future of a Crop"?
A) To argue against corn farming
B) To provide recipes using corn.
C) To entertain readers with stories
D) To provide opinions on modern agriculture.
D) To provide opinions on modern agriculture.
In "A Short History of a Special Plant," what is the central idea about how Native Americans used corn?
A) They ignored it.
B) They used every part of it for various purposes.
C) They only used corn for food.
D) They planted corn only for trade.
B) They used every part of it for various purposes.
What structure is used in "The Future of a Crop" to present arguments for and against modern agriculture?
A) Chronological
B) Problem and solution
C) Cause and effect
D) Compare and contrast
C) Cause and effect
What is a good summary of the "Three Sisters" planting method mentioned in "A Short History of a Special Plant"?
A) It combines corn, beans, and squash for mutual benefits.
B) It involves planting corn alone.
C) It is about planting flowers.
D) It is an outdated technique.
A) It combines corn, beans, and squash for mutual benefits.
What argument does "A Short History of a Special Plant" present about Native American farming practices?
A) They helped sustain the soil and crops.
B) They were ineffective.
C) They ignored crop rotation.
D) They only focused on corn.
A) They helped sustain the soil and crops.
What is the primary purpose of the text "The Structure of a Corn Plant"?
A) To entertain
B) To inform about corn's anatomy
C) To persuade against farming
D) To describe gardening techniques
B) To inform about corn's anatomy
What does the text "The Future of a Crop" suggest about the relationship between plants and energy?
A) Plants do not need energy.
B) All plants are consumers.
C) Plants are producers that use sunlight for photosynthesis.
D) Energy from plants harms animals.
C) Plants are producers that use sunlight for photosynthesis.
In "A Short History of a Special Plant," how are details structured to support the main idea?
A) Randomly placed throughout the text
B) Chronologically showing the evolution of corn
C) In a list format
D) Grouped by opinions
B) Chronologically showing the evolution of corn
Summarize the impact of modern farming technology as discussed in "The Science of Growing Corn."
A) It has no impact.
B) It has improved crop yields but may harm the soil.
C) It only benefits livestock.
D) It has made farming easier without any drawbacks.
B) It has improved crop yields but may harm the soil.
What argument does "A Short History of a Special Plant" present about Native American farming practices?
A) They helped sustain the soil and crops.
B) They were ineffective.
C) They ignored crop rotation.
D) They only focused on corn.
A) They helped sustain the soil and crops.
What is the main purpose of "A Short History of a Special Plant"?
A) To entertain with fictional stories
B) To inform about the historical significance of corn
C) To persuade readers to grow corn
D) To provide scientific data
B) To inform about the historical significance of corn
What central idea is presented in "Did Farmers of the Past Know More Than We Do"?
A) Technology has no impact on farming.
B) Modern agriculture is harmful to the ecosystem.
C) Corn farming is easy and requires no effort.
D) Corn is only grown in one region of the U.S.
B) Modern agriculture is harmful to the ecosystem.
What text features would be most helpful for understanding the arguments presented in "The Case for Keeping Corn Number 1"?
A) Illustrations
B) Footnotes
C) Glossary
D) Headings and subheadings
D) Headings and subheadings
What is a concise summary of the argument made in "The Future of a Crop"?
A) Technology is bad for all farming.
B) Traditional methods are always better than modern technology.
C) Modern agriculture has benefits but also significant environmental concerns.
D) Farming should revert to ancient methods.
C) Modern agriculture has benefits but also significant environmental concerns.
What is a key claim made in "The Future of a Crop" regarding modern agriculture?
A) It has no impact on the environment.
B) It is more productive but can harm the ecosystem.
C) It is less productive than traditional farming.
D) It is not necessary for food production.
B) It is more productive but can harm the ecosystem.
In "Did Farmer of the Past Know More Than We Do?" what is the author's purpose?
A) To entertain
B) To inform and raise questions about modern farming
C) To criticize farmers
D) To promote gardening
B) To inform and raise questions about modern farming
How does the text "The Case For Keeping Corn Number 1" illustrate the importance of corn in the U.S. economy?
A) It has no economic impact.
B) Corn is the least grown crop.
C) It contributes significantly to exports and job creation.
D) Corn is only used for animal feed.
C) It contributes significantly to exports and job creation.
How does the structure of "The Science of Growing Corn" help convey its main message?
A) It presents contrasting viewpoints in separate sections.
B) It uses only images.
C) It lacks a clear organization.
D) It lists random facts.
A) It presents contrasting viewpoints in separate sections.
How would you summarize the relationship between corn and soil health as presented in the texts?
A) Corn harms soil health.
B) Soil health is not important for corn growth.
C) Corn is unrelated to soil health.
D) Rotating crops, including corn, can enhance soil vitality.
D) Rotating crops, including corn, can enhance soil vitality.
What argument is made about crop rotation in "The Science of Growing Corn"?
A) It is outdated.
B) It has no benefits.
C) It is essential for maintaining the soil health and preventing disease.
D) It complicates farming practices.
C) It is essential for maintaining the soil health and preventing disease.
What is the purpose of including diagrams in the texts about corn?
A) To distract readers
B) To make the article pretty.
C) To provide visual support for understanding complex ideas.
D) To promote corn farming
C) To provide visual support for understanding complex ideas.