Central Idea/Relevant Details
What is the central idea of paragraph 2 from the text "Natural Resources and Workers"?
A. Florida and Texas have created jobs centered around their natural resources
B. Florida is known for its agriculture
C. Texas is known for its oil industry
D. Florida mainly grows citrus fruits
A. Florida and Texas have created jobs centered around their natural resources
Choose a sentence that BEST describes Jaxon's perspective towards the field trip?
A. "I should have stayed home, Jaxon thought."
B. "He gripped the side of the boat as he boarded it."
C. "His class was going on a tour of a lighthouse for their field trip."
D. "Jaxon had never been on a boat before..."
A. "I should have stayed home, Jaxon thought."
Which text feature shows what the Spindletop oil well looked like? Need text feature and page number.
Photograph on page 13
Which summary best matches the events of paragraph 1?
A. Jaxon is late for his class field trip and is worried he won't make it.
B. Jaxon is excited that his class is taking a field trip to a lighthouse, but is worried because they have to travel by boat, which he has never done before.
C. Jaxon is an undercover agent involved with a group of politically-motivated pirates who have every intent of kidnapping the boat carrying a group of students on a field trip. The pirates are hoping to collapse the current state of democracy in the Western Hemisphere and beyond.
D. Jaxon is worried that, due to the world's bee population drastically dropping over the course of the last six years, the world may be facing many deadly, environmental impacts in the near future.
B. Jaxon is excited that his class is taking a field trip to a lighthouse, but is worried because they have to travel by boat, which he has never done before.
Who are the main characters in "Waterfront Worries"?
Jaxon; Chris; classmates can be counted, but not needed
Which relevant detail supports the central idea of paragraph 5 that workers flocked to Texas to make money working for the oil industry.
A. "They crammed together in boardinghouses..."
B. "But wages were high..."
C. "But people who were eager for work flocked to East Texas."
D. "... that charged fortunes in rent."
C. "But people who were eager for work flocked to East Texas."
What is Jaxon's main fear about being on the field trip?
A. He is scared that he will forget his lunch.
B. He is prone to sea sickness.
C. His best friend decided not to go.
D. He is worried something bad might happen to the boat.
D. He is worried something bad might happen to the boat.
What does the caption on page 15 reveal about how Florida's oranges are being used?
It tells us that 90 percent of the oranges are being used for orange juice.
Which two words best summarize Jaxon's feelings in paragraph 2?
A. Anxious, excited
B. Nervous, worried
C. Thoughtful, curious
D. Worried, hungry
B. Nervous, worried
What is a natural resource?
Something useful that comes from the Earth
In paragraph 6, how do you know that oil taxes helped Texas? Use a quote from the text as you answer.
"Tax money from oil revenues helped Texas build roads, buildings, and even universities."
Choose a sentence from paragraph 6 that helps us understand that Jaxon's perspective on the field trip has changed.
Acceptable answers:
"The ocean breeze began to melt away Jaxon's fears."
"He took another deep breath, and the butterflies in his stomach disappeared."
"Instead of worrying about what could happen, Jaxon began to appreciate what was happening."
What does the timeline on page 12 help us understand about Texas' oil industry?
It shows us the ups, downs, and the changes of Texas' oil industry.
In one sentence, which best summarizes the resolution of the story?
A. Jaxon decides the boat life is not for him and he decides to ask the tour guide to turn the boat around.
B. Jaxon talks to the tour guide who advises him to breathe deeply and relax.
C. Jaxon talks to the tour guide who lets him know that the boat is strong and they are close to the lighthouse, which helps Jaxon relax and take in his surroundings.
D. Jaxon pretends to be fine for the rest of the field trip even though he is suffering on the inside.
C. Jaxon talks to the tour guide who lets him know that the boat is strong and they are close to the lighthouse, which helps Jaxon relax and take in his surroundings.
Who crammed into the boardinghouses in Texas during the oil drilling? What were their jobs on the oil field?
Wildcattters were the drillers
Roughnecks were the new workers
Merchants (they sell the oil, but you don't need to include this part)
How did Lue Gin Gong change the way farmers grew oranges in Florida? Give your answer and then provide evidence with a sentence from paragraph 13.
He used cross-pollination to blend two different oranges together.
"The harsh winter inspired Lue to start cross-pollinating orange trees so that the fruit could be more resistant to the cold."
Why does Jaxon's attitude towards the field trip change? Use a sentence from the text to support your answer.
The tour guide, Chris, convinces Jaxon that he should appreciate the moment of beauty around them.
How does the author organize the information in paragraph 10? What are 3 signal words or phrases that provide evidence?
Chronology
"1500s"
"mid-1800s"
"Today"
Which sentence from the story best summarizes the overall theme?
A. "Instead of worrying about what could happen, Jaxon began to appreciate what was happening."
B. "The ocean breeze began to melt away Jaxon's fears."
C. "He took a deep breath- the smell of saltwater and fresh air filled his lungs."
D. "Surrounded by clear skies and sparkling blue water, Jaxon joined his classmates at the bow of the boat to admire the view."
A. "Instead of worrying about what could happen, Jaxon began to appreciate what was happening."
What is the meaning of the word "reassuring" as it is used in paragraph 5 of "Waterfront Worries"?
The assure someone again that things are going to be fine.
What is the central idea of the entire text "Natural Resources and Workers"?
Natural resources and workers play a large part in the success or downfall of the economy in a given area of the country.
What is the perspective of the other classmates on the field trip? Which sentence reveals their perspective?
Other classmates are not worried or afraid.
"His classmates were all laughing and joking as they grabbed their life jackets..."
How does the author organize the information under the heading "The Freeze of 1894-1895"? Provide the text evidence that supports your answer.
Problem and solution
"... a huge freeze destroyed most of Florida's citrus crops."
"The harsh winter inspired Lue to start cross-pollinating orange trees so that the fruit could be more resistant to the cold."
The solution is that
In two sentences or less, summarize the entire text, "Waterfront Worries".
Answers up for interpretation from the boss man, Mr. Cooper.
According to the text "Natural Resources and Workers", what effect do workers have on natural resources? What effect do natural resources have on workers? Answer this question with two sentences.
Teacher must approve answers.