R.A.C.E
Topic Sentences
Supporting Details
O'Farrell Trivia
100
The acronym R.A.C.E. stands for...


A. Review, Ask, Cite, Examine

B. Read, Answer, Call, Explain

C. Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain

D. Realize, Annotate, Claim, Evidence 

C. Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain

100

John hates doing laundry and folding clothes. He thinks all this takes a lot of his time. Also, he believes he is not good at it as he never gets any wrinkles out. In this paragraph, what is the topic sentence?

A. John hates doing laundry and folding clothes.

B. He thinks all this takes a lot of his time.

C. Also, he believes he is not good at it as he never gets any wrinkles out.

D. None of the above.

A. John hates doing laundry and folding clothes.

100

"Anna is afraid of spiders. She screams every time she sees one. Surprisingly, her sister is not afraid of spiders. " Identify the supporting sentence in this paragraph.

A. Anna is afraid of spiders.

B. She screams every time she sees one.

C. Surprisingly, her sister is not afraid of spiders.

D. None of the above

B. She screams every time she sees one.

100

Which teacher has worked at O'Farrell the longest? 

A. Ms. Lettang

B. Mrs. Hagan

C. Mr. Garcia

D. Mr. Schmidt

D. Mr. Schmidt

200

How would you restate this question? 

What are a polar bear's three primary sources of food? 

A polar bear's three primary sources of food are...

200

Choose the best topic sentence: [_______________________________]  She always takes the time to listen to me. When I was in the hospital, she came to visit me. She always makes sure I get the medication I need. Several of my friends now go to see her, and they like her as much as I do!

A. I am very happy with my doctor.

B. It is hard to find a good doctor.

C. Seeing a doctor has become very expensive.

D. I love my mother.

A. I am very happy with my doctor.

200

San Diego is America’s finest city. Many beachgoers say it has the best beaches in America. Additionally, meteorologists agree that San Diego has the best weather in the country. Furthermore, the New York Times reported that San Diego has the best cuisine in the USA. Given all this, it is not surprising that San Diego is consistently ranked one of the best places to live and visit in the USA. Which of the following is a supporting detail of the topic sentence?

A. Many beachgoers say it has the best beaches in America. 

B. Meteorologists agree that San Diego has the best weather in the country. 

C. The New York Times reported that San Diego has the best cuisine in the USA. 

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

200

What is Mr. Vose's dog's name? 

A. Daisy

B. Ricky Bobby

C. Bud, Not Buddy 

D. Miyagi

A. Daisy

300

What is NOT a commonly used sentence starter for C- Cite Evidence? 

A. Because...

B. According to the text...

C. The author states...

D. In the text it states...

A.Because...


300

Choose the best topic sentence: [________________________________] Many people who earn the minimum wage are trying to support families with this salary. No one working full-time and earning the minimum wage makes enough money to pay for rent, food, and other necessities. If we raise the minimum wage, families will have more money to spend, and therefore other businesses will make more money. For so many reasons, it is the right thing to do.

A. We must worry about jobs, not wages.

B. Parents in New York City have a lot of expenses.

C. This economy is especially hard for small business owners.

D. It is time to raise the minimum wage.

D. It is time to raise the minimum wage.

300

Choose TWO supporting sentences for this topic sentence: Young children should not be allowed to cross Fourth Avenue by themselves.

A. There are many good restaurants on that street.

B. Last year, two children were injured while crossing that street.

C. Cars are always speeding down that avenue.

D. There is a school located on Fourth Avenue.

B. Last year, two children were injured while crossing that street.

C. Cars are always speeding down that avenue.

300

Which two sports does Ms. Medlock coach at O’Farrell High School?

A. Cross Country

B. Cheerleading

C. Wrestling 

D. Track & Field

A. Cross Country

D. Track & Field

400

When you RESTATE you will...

A. Answer the question using background knowledge

B. Use part of the question as a statement to begin your answer.

C. Use quotation marks 

D. Explain how the evidence supports your answer using background knowledge.

B. Use part of the question as a statement to begin your answer.

400

[_______________________________]  Unlike some breeds of dogs, they do not need a lot of exercises every day. Crowds and loud noises do not make them nervous. Also, they do not mind being alone for hours if you need to be away from work. On top of all this, they are known to be patient and loving with children. If you are a city-dwelling family looking for a pet, I highly recommend this breed of dog.

A. Every family should have a dog.

B. Greyhound are a good choice of dog for people who live in cities.

C. Not all dogs are happy living in the city.

D. All breeds of dogs are pretty much alike -- it's all the same.

B. Greyhound are a good choice of dog for people who live in cities.

400

Choose TWO supporting sentences for this topic sentence: I need to look for a new job.

A. Since we now have another child, my salary really isn't enough for our family.

B. I like working with my brother.

C. The commute is very long, and I would like to spend more time with my family.

D. This is a tough economy, and I am lucky that I still have a job.

A. Since we now have another child, my salary really isn't enough for our family.

C. The commute is very long, and I would like to spend more time with my family.

400

Which teacher at OCS Middle School holds TWO WORLD RECORDS? 


Ms. Harper -- she has two world records in fishing for largest fish caught

500

Explaining your answer means ....

A. Adding your thoughts about the text

B. Adding your thoughts to what the answer means

C. Adding another sentence to make the answer long enough

D. Restating the question and citing evidence

B. Adding your thoughts to what the answer means

500

Mount Vesuvius is a volcano located between the ancient Italian cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. It has received much attention because of its frequent and destructive eruptions. The most famous of these eruptions occurred in A.D. 79. Which is the topic sentence in this passage?

A. Mount Vesuvius is a volcano located between the ancient Italian cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.

B. It has received much attention because of its frequent and destructive eruptions.

C. The most famous of these eruptions occurred in A.D. 79.

D. None of the above

A. Mount Vesuvius is a volcano located between the ancient Italian cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.

500

Choose TWO supporting sentences for this topic sentence: Students need to learn good ways to study.

A. For some students, doing homework in a group can be helpful.

B. Making friends is important to happiness and success.

C. Some high-paying jobs don't require a college degree.

D. Studying has been shown to increase test scores.

A. For some students, doing homework in a group can be helpful.

D. Studying has been shown to increase test scores.

500

How do you spell the principal's last name? 

A-n-d-e-r-s-e-n