Context Clues!
What does dynamic mean? She found out that volcanism is one of the most dynamic forces in nature. Volcanoes constantly shape and change the earth.
powerful
What can you infer about Donna’s personality from how she works near erupting volcanoes?
A. She is careless
B. She is brave and determined
C. She is lazy
D. She is easily frightened
B. she is brave and determined
What is the author’s primary purpose for writing this passage?
A. To explain how volcanoes erupt
B. To entertain readers with a fictional adventure
C. To inform readers about Donna O’Meara’s work and inspire admiration for her dedication
D. To persuade readers to become volcanologists
C. To inform readers about Donna O’Meara’s work and inspire admiration for her dedication
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What is the meaning of the word scalding?
Since the sides of this volcano are steep, it was impossible for the O'Mearas to travel down the slopes until the sun rose in the morning. So they were trapped on a ledge in the freezing cold with scalding rocks flying around them.
Burning
Which of the following about Donna O'Meara is best supported by the entire text?
a) Donna and Steve don't have anything in common other than their love of volcanoes.
b) Donna wouldn't have been so interested in volcanoes if she'd grown up near them.
c) Donna loves her work so much that she is willing to risk her safety for it.
c) Donna loves her work so much that she is willing to risk her safety for it.
Which sentence should NOT be included in an effective summary of the passage?
A. Donna works with her husband to study volcanoes
B. The volcano produced thundering blasts and falling rocks
C. Donna risks her safety to document volcanic eruptions
D. Her work helps others learn about volcanoes
B. The volcano produced thundering blasts and falling rocks
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In this context, what does thundering mean?
Thundering blasts from the volcano and falling rocks the size of basketballs kept them awake and fearful.
very loud, powerful
How might Donna’s work help people who live near volcanoes?
A. It makes volcanoes stop erupting
B. It helps scientists and communities prepare for danger
C. It makes volcanoes less hot
D. It helps people move away
B. It helps scientists and communities prepare for danger
Which theme is best supported by the text?
A. Nature is impossible to understand
B. Courage and passion can help advance knowledge
C. Teamwork is better than working alone
D. Adventure is more important than safety
B. Courage and passion can help advance knowledge
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What is the study of geology based on this sentence?
She took geology classes to learn more about what rocks and soil tell us about the earth.
The study of rocks/the structure of earth
Which answer is BEST to explain what the author wants readers to understand about Donna O’Meara?
A. Volcanoes are interesting
B. Studying volcanoes is dangerous
C. Only certain people can study volcanoes
D. To help readers understand how Donna’s commitment to science puts her at real risk
D. Donna’s passion and courage help advance science and safety
Which option is the best summary of the passage?
A. Donna O’Meara and her husband study volcanoes, travel often, and take photographs.
B. Donna O’Meara studies dangerous volcanoes, faces extreme risks, and documents eruptions to help others understand them.
C. Volcanoes can erupt suddenly and trap people on narrow ledges.
D. Studying volcanoes requires special tools and safety equipment.
B. Donna O’Meara studies dangerous volcanoes, faces extreme risks, and documents eruptions to help others understand them.
Use "agriculture" in a sentence, correctly.
Agriculture helps us feed many people.
Their mission is to travel to active volcanoes and document the eruptions.
A synonym for document could be...
a. photograph
b. record
c. see
b. record
Which answer is BEST to explain why the author includes details about Donna O’Meara being trapped near an erupting volcano?
A. To entertain the reader with an exciting story
B. To show that volcanoes are unpredictable and dangerous
C. To help readers understand how Donna’s commitment to science puts her at real risk
D. To explain how volcanoes erupt
C. To help readers understand how Donna’s commitment to science puts her at real risk
Which sentence from the passage best shows that Donna understands the risks of her work but continues anyway?
A. Donna traveled to volcanoes around the world.
B. Donna and her husband huddled together on a narrow ledge near the volcano.
C. Thundering blasts and falling rocks kept them awake and fearful.
D. Donna documents volcanic eruptions to teach others about them.
D. Donna documents volcanic eruptions to teach others about them.
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