Father Time
Read this statement and the directions that follow.
When Jim was visiting his Uncle Charles in the east, he missed riding his horses on the broad plains of Arizona.
Which evidence from the text best supports this statement?
A. Jim’s eyes grew big with amazement, but he knew he had caught something when a voice cried out.
B. He had been longing for a horseback ride, and to make it seem like old times he took his lasso with him.
C. Suddenly, on making a long cast with his lasso, the loop caught upon something and rested about three feet from the ground, while the rope drew taut and nearly pulled Jim from his horse.
D. At first the city boys and girls were much interested in watching Jim lasso posts and fence pickets, but they soon tired of it, and even Jim decided it was not the right sort of sport for cities.
B
Which evidence from the text best supports the inference that Celts were perceived as unpleasant people?
A. The Celts were noted as fierce and fond of quarreling.
B. Written accounts about the Celts were penned by biased narrators.
C. The Celts have often been defined by what they were not: Romans or Greeks.
D. The Celts traded with other tribes when they were not warring with one another.
A
Read the sentence from the text.
He rode through the streets demurely enough, but on reaching the open country roads his spirits broke forth into wild jubilation, and, urging the butcher’s horse to full gallop, he dashed away in true cowboy fashion.
How does the author’s use of the phrase, spirits broke forth, help the reader understand Jim’s experience in the country?
A. The phrase shows the reader that Jim feels late for his morning job.
B. The phrase lets the reader see that Jim can ride a horse very well.
C. The phrase indicates that Jim needed to move forward in his life.
D. The phrase emphasizes that Jim feels confined in the city.
D
A student is writing a report for class about Veterans Day. Read the draft of the report and complete the task.
Choose the sentence that does not belong in the paper because it does not support the paper's topic.
President Wilson originally proclaimed November 11, 1919 as “Armistice Day” in recognition of the day that the Allied nations and Germany ceased fighting at the end of World War I. At this time, America honored its soldiers with parades and public meetings. Today, the largest parades in America include Macy's Christmas Parade in New York City, the Rose Parade in Pasadena, and the Saint Patrick's Day Parade in New York City. In 1938, November 11 became a legal holiday dedicated to the cause of world peace. It was still called “Armistice Day.” In 1954, however, the 83rd Congress and President Eisenhower replaced the word “Armistice” with “Veterans” to honor those who fought in World War II. Veterans Day continues to be observed every November 11 to recognize the sacrifices veterans make for their country.
Today, the largest parades in America include Macy's Christmas Parade in New York City, the Rose Parade in Pasadena, and the Saint Patrick's Day Parade in New York City.
Which of the following is not a question type on SBAC?
A. Multiple Choice
B. Multiple Select
C. Two-Part Multiple Choice (Part A/Part B)
D. Fill in the Blank (Writing in a Missing Word)
E. Short Constructed Response
D
How does the author develop the relationship between Jim and Father Time?
A. through their own points of view
B. through their dialogue with each other
C. with description of each character
D. with details about the setting
B
Which sentence from the text best summarizes the central idea?
A. “We now use the word 'Celt' to describe many distinct groups who never referred to themselves as Celt.”
B. “What they did share in common were similar languages, elegant artistic styles, and complex mythologies.”
C. “Many Celts were assimilated into the Roman Empire and much Celtic culture was lost.”
D. “We remain fascinated by the history, myths, languages, and artistic expressions of a culture once conquered by Rome but, remarkably, still thriving.”
D
Read the paragraph from the text.
No, Jim couldn’t see, nor did he intend to let go until he found out what was holding the loop of the lasso. So he resorted to an old trick his father had taught him and, putting the butcher’s horse to a run, began riding in a circle around the spot where his lasso had caught.
What does the word resorted suggest about Jim? Select two options.
A. Jim liked catching things.
B. Jim was using his last choice.
C. Jim felt in danger on the horse.
D. Jim wanted someone to help him.
E. Jim was trying everything he knew.
F. Jim was lucky to get his rope stuck.
B, E
A student is writing an argumentative essay for English class about the need for punctuality. Read the draft of the essay and complete the task that follows.
Why to Show Up On Time
There are many reasons why our school should stress punctuality. Since learning how to manage time is critical to our futures, having students arrive on time to class would have many benefits. If punctuality were encouraged, this school would be a better place.
Having a tardy rule is basic to enforcing punctuality, and our school does have a tardiness policy. It is not so much what our schools are doing, but what they are not doing that's working. Do students really understand why being 10 or so minutes late to class is harmful to them as individuals? By being ready when class begins, students will be able to focus their time on learning.
Revise the student's draft about the need for punctuality. Choose the sentence that gives the best evidence to improve support of the student's claim.
A. Tardiness is defined as not being in the appropriate classroom seat when the school bell rings.
B. There are many schools in the area that have a tardy rule, including East Warren and Smithfield Middle Schools.
C. According to the US Department of Education, students who are in class on time have a better chance of earning good grades than students who are tardy.
D. There is really no need for rewarding punctuality among the masses because students already know that they must arrive to their classes promptly as a school requirement.
C
Which of the following is the best test-taking tip.
A. Stay up all night studying
B. Eat an apple before the test
C. Feel anxious and worried
D. Finish the exam quickly
B
Research shows eating an apple 30 minutes before an exam can increase brain activity and focus. Staying up all night, feeling anxious, and rushing through the exam may hinder a student's ability to focus.
What does the use of dialogue show about the relationship between Jim and Father Time? Select three options.
A. The dialogue shows that Jim and Father Time are old friends.
B. The dialogue signifies that they have a lot in common in their lives.
C. The dialogue indicates that Jim and Father Time have different opinions.
D. The dialogue demonstrates that Jim and Father Time reach a conclusion.
E. The dialogue tells the reader that they do not understand each other’s point of view.
F. The dialogue helps the reader picture the scene between Father Time and Jim.
C, E, F
How does the section “Three Periods of the Ancient Celts” add to the central idea of the text?
A. It describes the belief system of the Celts, giving the reader clues as to why the culture still exists today.
B. It establishes a timeline of events, illustrating the historical importance of discovering valuable artifacts from the Celts.
C. It chronicles the lives of the Celts throughout history, providing details that enable the reader to visualize the unique culture.
D. It highlights advancements made by the Celts, developing a foundation upon which comparisons to modern Celts can be made.
C
A student is writing a research report about ozone levels in the atmosphere. Read the paragraph from her report and the directions that follow.
Ozone is a type of oxygen that rests in Earth’s upper atmosphere. This protective layer of oxygen serves a very important purpose for climate control. The ozone in the atmosphere works to block ultraviolet rays from the Sun and lessens their effects on crops, animals, and people. Ultraviolet rays have a shorter wavelength than regular light and can be harmful if people are over-exposed to them. The ozone layer is constantly shifting, which creates small holes at both the North and South Poles of Earth. As such, some of the coldest places on Earth are bombarded with ultraviolet rays from the Sun and have little protection from them.
Which source would most likely give the student more information for her report?
A. www.oxygenuses.com While oxygen is found in our atmosphere, it has numerous uses in the medical, industrial, chemical, automotive, and environmental lines of work.
B. www.ozonelayer.com Explore how the ozone layer must be protected in order to safeguard our planet from the dangers of ultraviolet rays.
C. www.saveourpoles.com Join with us in our appeal to ban substances that harm the ozone layer which can lead to irreversible damage to animal life at the North and South Poles.
D. www.avoidtherays.com Learn how to protect yourself from the Sun's harmful ultraviolet rays in every season, no matter your climate.
B
Read the student's paragraph about school lockers. Choose the three sentences that contain spelling errors.
Lockers have been causing problems for students for generations. When they work correctly, lockers provide a safe space for students to store there valuables; however, when they fail to work properly, lockers can create a nightmare for unsuspecting students. Some students are tardey to class regularly because of their lockers. Other students simply have to arrive in class without the proper materials due to locker difficulties. I beleive these problems could be solved if students took time to carefully arrange materials in the lockers and schools kept them well maintained.
1. When they work correctly, lockers provide a safe space for students to store there valuables; however, when they fail to work properly, lockers can create a nightmare for unsuspecting students.
2. Some students are tardey to class regularly because of their lockers.
3. I beleive these problems could be solved if students took time to carefully arrange materials in the lockers and schools kept them well maintained.
Test taking terminology:
What does the word conclude mean when a test question reads, "What you can conclude about the author's opinion from the first paragraph?"
To arrive at a decision, to summarize
What effect does dialogue have on the reader's understanding of the events surrounding Father Time being captured by Jim? Select two options.
A. It allows the reader to understand how long Jim has been waiting for the chance to ride a horse.
B. It allows the reader to understand that Jim is skilled with a lasso and has captured someone.
C. It allows the reader to understand how Father Time has the ability to choose to stop time as he feels like it.
D. It allows the reader to understand Jim has captured something that can speak, but doesn't reveal who at first.
E. It allows the reader to understand that Father Time has been captured by humans many times before.
F. It allows the reader to understand that Father Time is quite upset with Jim and his lack of understanding of what he has done.
D, F
Read the sentences from the text.
Ammianus Marcellinus, a Roman historian, lived in the fourth century CE. He wrote that the Celts were "terrible for the fierceness of their eyes, fond of quarreling, and of overbearing insolence." This is not a flattering description. Romans and Greeks often saw the Celts as barbaric and uncivilized. They fought to conquer Celtic territory.
What does the phrase "overbearing insolence" most likely mean?
A. arrogant disrespect
B. corrupt behavior
C. frightening appearance
D. severe anger
A
A student is writing an article about baboon troops for a student science magazine. Read the paragraphs from the draft of the article and complete the task that follows.
Baboons are a large type of monkey. They stay/reside in groups called "troops" which are composed of dozens of baboons. Troops usually sleep, travel, feed, and socialize together.
Baboons spend their days cleaning one another and hunting for food. In the morning, adult baboons sit in small groups picking and eating/nibbling bits of dirt, leaves, dry skin, and salt off one another's hair and skin while the young baboons play. Then, the troop moves together catching lizards, butterflies and grasshoppers to eat. In the hottest part of the day, the baboons choose a cool place to linger and rest before continuing their search for food. The baboons groom/fix one another again before retiring in the evening.
For each italicized pair of words, choose the word that is the most precise.
reside, nibbling, fix
Read the following sentence that includes two mistakes in punctuation. Then read the question that follows.
Although, the Empire State Building no longer holds the record for the tallest structure in the world the building houses 1,000 businesses and 21,000 employees, and it remains the second largest office complex in the United States.
Which sentence corrects all the punctuation mistakes?
A. Although the Empire State Building no longer holds the record for the tallest structure in the world, the building houses 1,000 businesses and 21,000 employees, and it remains the second largest office complex in the United States.
B. Although the Empire State Building no longer holds the record, for the tallest structure in the world, the building houses 1,000 businesses and 21,000 employees and it remains the second largest office complex in the United States.
C. Although the Empire State Building no longer holds the record for the tallest structure, in the world, the building houses 1,000 businesses and 21,000 employees and it remains the second largest office complex, in the United States.
D. Although, the Empire State Building no longer holds the record for the tallest structure in the world, the building houses 1,000 businesses and 21,000 employees and it remains the second largest office complex, in the United States.
A
Terminology:
What is a claim?
A statement that asserts something to be true
What is a theme of the text? Use details from the passage to support your answer.
(2 Point Response)
Jim’s feelings to Father Time are humorous and curious. “While Jim gazed wonderingly upon him, this venerable old man spoke in an angry voice:” Jim also feels rebellious, “ ‘Too bad!’ said Jim, with a grin. ‘But since the world has stopped anyhow, it won’t matter if it takes a little longer recess. As soon as I let you go Time will fly again.’” He shows that he has a little rebel in his heart. What he is saying is that he will keep Father Time tied up and have a longer “recess.”
(1 Point Response)
According to the text, I think Jim was happy to find Father Time becuase he knew that since he had captured him, he could have all the time he wanted.
Summarize the author's message about the Celtic people's legacy. Use evidence from the text to support your answer.
(2 Point Response)
The author wants to convey that even though they did not document their ways, we are all still influenced by the Celtic people. Many European languages, such as Gaelic and Welsh, are Celtic. J. R. R. Tolkien couldn’t have written The Hobbit or Lord of the Rings without the existence of Celtic folklore. Tales such as King Arthur would never have come to pass if not for the Celts. So many pieces of people’s lives all around the world would be totally changed if the Celtic culture had never came to be.
(1 Point Response)
The author thought that the Celtic legacy was preserved, even though the Celts themselves are long gone. This is shown when the author states: “Though the ancient Celts are long gone, Celtic stories are very much alive and inspiring artists today.”
A student is writing a research report on whether students should be paid to make good grades in school. Read the source the student found and click on two claims that the author makes that are not supported by credible, or trustworthy, evidence.
Source 1: When Do You Start Paying For School? by Dale Archer, PhD.
There is much talk about whether or not students should be given money from their schools for making good grades. For one thing, when money becomes a reward the entire family can benefit. A social research group conducted a study which showed that offering money for good grades gave families another choice for an additional source of income. In addition, paying students for good grades may provide a reason for them to try harder in school. USA Today reported that paying students for good grades was linked to a 30% rise in the number of students with high test scores. However, those that challenge this idea feel that graduating from high school should be enough of a reward for students. A parent commenting on an education blog said that students should not rely on getting paid as a reason to make high scores. Nevertheless, students who received money from their school for good grades are glad they had the opportunity. As one high school graduate, Alexandra Hernandez, said, “The money I earned from my grades helped me pay for college.”
However, those that challenge this idea feel that graduating from high school should be enough of a reward for students.; Nevertheless, students who received money from their school for good grades are glad they had the opportunity.
A student is writing a narrative for a literary magazine about two friends on a hot day. Read the draft of the introduction and complete the task that follows.
A Hot Day Joe lounged outside under a tree, the only area having a significant amount of shade. It was only 9:00 a.m., but the temperature had already passed the 80degree mark and was rising rapidly. Weather forecasters on the news programs had predicted that the heat wave would continue through the next couple of days. They had even provided safety precautions to take during times of high temperatures. Listeners had been advised to exercise only in the early morning hours and in the late evening hours. They had also been instructed to drink a large quantity of water to stay hydrated. Joe was still debating what activity he wanted to do when his friend George arrived.
Write the dialogue that might have occurred when George walked up to Joe.
(2 Point Response)
George looked parched and gasped, “Man, it’s like were on the sun.” Joe tried to look at him, but the sun was glaring into his eyes. He then groaned and asked “What do you want to do?” George seemed to be in deep thought. “Baseball?” he asked. “Are you crazy? If we play baseball, we’ll pass out!” Joe didn’t mean to be so harsh, but only an absolute lunatic would try to play baseball in this heat. But then, he had a brilliant idea that seemed to have fallen from the sky and gave him a swift wack on the head. “How about we go down to the creek?” As if George already had known what he was going to say, he ran off and yelled over his shoulder to Joe, “Meet me there! I’m going to change into my swim trunks!”
(1 Point Response)
George said, “Hey Joe. Man is it hot today.” Joe said, “Yeah, so I was thinking with this heat wave, maybe we can make a lemonade stand.” “Yeah that doesn’t sound like a bad idea. We can make money off of it PLUS we can have some fresh lemonade at arms reach.” “That’s what I was thinking!”
Write a paragraph that explains why your teacher is the best. Include a claim, evidence, and explanation.
Answers may vary.