Key Idea
In paragraphs 5 and 6, which key idea do the details support about why Mission Blue divides the ocean into small areas called "hope spots?"
A) These areas are easier to reach by boat.
B) These areas have the deepest waters.
C) These areas are easier to care for.
D) These areas have very few visitors.
C) These areas are easier to care for.
What does it mean to make an inference?
Inferencing means to use clues from the text plus what you already know to draw a conclusion that makes sense.
Which key idea do the details in paragraphs 11 and 12 support about the goals of Mission Blue?
A) Young people can do their part to help oceans.
B) Storms may cause some problems for oceans.
C) Schools should teach young people about oceans.
D) Taking care of oceans requires several talents.
A) Young people can do their part to help oceans.
Based on the section, "Beyond the Ocean," what can the reader infer about Mission Blue members?
A) They are more interested in events for students than events for scientists.
B) They want more people to help with the team's goals.
C) They plan to start identifying hope spots on land.
D) They are famous because of the organization's successes.
B) They want more people to help with the team's goals.
What is the central idea of the selection?
A) Oceans are in trouble because sea life is disappearing.
B) Sylvia Earle is a scientist who loves studying all ocean life.
C) The group Mission Blue works in different ways to care for oceans.
D) The group Mission Blue wants to save the plants in the ocean.
C) The group Mission Blue works in different ways to care for oceans.
Based on the information in paragraph 9, what can the reader infer about why members of Mission Blue enjoy working with scientists?
A) Scientists care more about protecting oceans than other people do.
B) Scientists take the best pictures of animals and plants.
C) Scientists know how to use boats and machines.
D) Scientists have knowledge about which ocean plants or animals need help.
B) Scientists take the best pictures of animals and plants.