Inference
A student arrives at school without completing an assignment. When the teacher asks for the work, the student explains that the internet stopped working the night before.
What might the teacher wonder about the student's explanation, and why?
Why did the internet stop?
The student did not complete the assignment.
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Every Halloween, the school hosts a costume contest, but this year, students must create costumes using recycled materials. Although some students initially complain, they soon discover that their creativity matters more than how much money they spend.
Question: What is the main idea?
Creativity and resourcefulness are more important than spending money on a costume.
I can have 20 people talking at once, but nobody makes a sound. I can be full of memes, plans, and drama.
What am I?
A group chat
Dark clouds fill the sky, the wind begins to blow, and people walking outside start opening their umbrellas.
Question: What is most likely going to happen next?
You can delete your post, but I might still exist. I can save your words without your permission. What am I?
A screenshot
After waiting 20 minutes for lunch, Marcus was irritated when someone cut in front of him in line. He crossed his arms and complained to his friend.
What does irritated mean?
A. Excited
B. Annoyed
C. Confused
D. Exhausted
Alexis is working on a group project. Two group members disagree about how to complete the assignment, and they begin arguing. The project is due tomorrow.
What could Alexis suggest to help the group finish the project?
Arguing will not complete the assignment
Let's discuss a different way to finish the project
Tell the rest of the group to work together without the students arguing
Marcus tried out for the school basketball team but did not make the final roster. He asked the coach for feedback and began practicing his shooting and dribbling skills after school. He decided to try out again the following season.
Question: What is the main idea of this scenario?
Never give up
Work on your weaknesses
While everyone else argued about their presentation, Maya remained composed, speaking calmly and helping the group make a plan.
Question: What does composed mean?
A. Calm and in control
B. Angry and frustrated
C. Nervous and worried
D. Bored and uninterested
You wake up and find that your phone is at 1%, you have five minutes to leave, and you cannot find your charger. What should you do first to avoid being late?
bring the phone and borrow a charger
While artificial intelligence (AI) can help students, relying on it too heavily may limit the development of independent thinking and problem-solving skills.
What is the main idea?
AI can be hinder thinking skills
What has 13 hearts but no other organs?
A deck cards
I can spread around the world in minutes. I might make you famous overnight, but I’m not a disease. What am I?
A viral post
Although social media allows people to stay connected and share experiences, excessive use can negatively affect sleep, concentration, and self-esteem.
What is the main idea?
Social media has positive and negative effects
After the embarrassing video went viral, rumors began to circulate throughout the school, spreading from one group of students to another.
What does circulate mean?
A. Disappear
B. Spread
C. Become less interesting
D. Remain a secret