Argumentative Tech.
Brush Right with Brush Right
J. Han
C
The toothbrush is easier for kids to hold.
The Violet
Jane Taylor
Down in a green and shady bed,
A modest violet grew,
Its stalk was bent, it hung its head,
As if to hide from view.
And yet it was a lovely flower,
Its colors bright and fair;
It might have graced a rosy bower,
Instead of hiding there,
Yet there it was content to bloom,
In modest tints arrayed;
And there diffused its sweet perfume,
Within the silent shade.
Then let me to the valley go,
This pretty flower to see;
That I may also learn to grow
In sweet humility.
How does the third stanza help contribute to the poem's theme?
A
It highlights the flower's humble character.
Which word best conveys the idea of being "extremely hungry"?
B
ravenous
Improper diving may result in serious injury to the neck or back, or even death. Three out of four diving accidents occur in lakes, rivers, and commercial inground pools. Most diving accidents occur in water that is less than ten feet deep. Many serious accidents occur to growing children who learn unsafe diving practices that overtime become more dangerous with a child's increasing height and weight.
Which provides the BEST concluding statement that supports the information presented?
D
To prevent injuries and death, do not dive or permit diving in shallow waters.
The grammatical errors in this passage are intentional.
This paragraph is from Kara’s paper on carbohydrates. Read the paragraph and look for corrections Kara needs to make. Then answer the questions that follow.
(1) Carbohydrates are one of the three main nutrients found in foods and drinks. (2) It are important to maintaining a healthy diet. (3) Carbohydrates break down into glucose, or sugar after entering the body. (4) They provide fuel for the central nervous system and energy to the muscles. (5) Carbohydrates can also improve brain functions such as mood and memory. (6) Carbohydrates can be classified as simple or complex. (7) Simple carbohydrates are found in candy and soda and do not have any nutritional value. (8) They cause a quick sugar high and burst of energy but it doesn’t last very long. (9) These carbohydrates can quickly lead to weight gain. (10) Complex carbohydrates are found in beans, peanuts, and potatoes. (11) They create a more gradual release of energy and are better for you’re body.
What change should be made in sentence 11?
D
Change you’re to your
Kid-Friendly Request
L. Hernandez
Shaver Middle School Tribune, May 23, 2014
Letter to the Editor
B
Think that Vancouver is a great vacation spot
The Secret
A. Gautam
It runs through my veins like blood I carry it, but you can't see Nothing invisible was heavier Than the words I have to keep5.This secret has become too much Oh, the promise that I would keep it safe Oh, the trouble of holding it in I wish there were an end date To release the words back to her10.It grows in my heart like a vine And follows me like a shadow Shall I tell my little sister it is not as bad as she fears? The secret is a monster in her head but it's an ant if she sets it free
What is true about the structure of this poem?
A
It is a free verse that uses imagery
Choose the best word to replace "said" in the sentence for more precise meaning:
"I can’t believe this!" she in shock.
shouted exclaimed
whispered muttered
EXCLAIMED
High-rate sand filters for swimming pools work on a vacuum principle much like an ordinary vacuum cleaner. The filter draws in water instead of air (this is why air in the filter system or lines in unwanted - air will cause the "vacuum" pressure to fall). Submerged and suspended particles are drawn in from the bottom drains while surface floating debris is drawn in through the skimmer assembly.
Which statement would be the BEST final sentence in a conclusion on the topic of sand filter maintenance?
D
Over time the sand bed will become plugged with dirt and require a cleaning process known as backwashing.
Palo Duro Canyon
K. Reiter
The grammatical errors in this passage are intentional.
This paragraph is from Oscar’s paper on his favorite place to visit. Read the paragraph and look for corrections Oscar needs to make. Then answer the questions that follow.
(1) My faverite place to visit is Palo Duro Canyon. (2) Palo Duro Canyon is a canyon that has formed from water erosion over millions of years. (3) It’s located in the Texas Panhandle and covers about 120 miles. (4) There is an 800 feet descent to reach the bottom of the canyon. (5) The canyon is the second largest canyon in the Country. (6) I enjoy standing on the edge of the canyon and taking in all the beauty that surrounds me. (7) My family and I like to camp under the clear, star filled sky. (8) Hike along the many trails. (9) I look forward to visiting the canyon every year.
What change should be made in sentence 1?
B
Change faverite to favorite
Brush Right with Brush Right
J. Han
C
The toothbrush is easier for kids to hold.
The Sea is Calling
A. Gautam
I am standing at the edge of the sea Looking at the blue as far as I can see The waves that are dancing high and low I watch the water come to me and go 5 I am standing with my feet on the sand The soft, cold grains still without demands I feel them sink a little near my toes How many are there? Nobody knows I am standing with my fingertips on the water 10 The roaring surfs hum like nothing else matters As seagulls hover above me, not too high I hear their call. I, too, want to fly
Which of these is true about the structure of this poem?
C
The repetition emphasizes or stresses on an idea
Magic Clay
L. Hernandez
D
surprise
Everyone loves to receive gifts. Many occasions call for giving a gift. They include birthdays, Hanukkah, Christmas, weddings, and graduations. In this fast paced world, it seems that no one bothers to take the time to write a thank you card. This simple gesture can mean so much to the person who cared enough to purchase, wrap, and send a gift. Sometimes the gift-givers are close family members, but other times they are school or work friends. Either way, an email or text just won't do.
Which provides a concluding statement that follows from and supports the information presented?
A
The point is, take the time to actually write and give a thank you card. It is a part of you to share and it clearly shows your appreciation.
Carbohydrates
K. Reiter
The grammatical errors in this passage are intentional.
This paragraph is from Kara’s paper on carbohydrates. Read the paragraph and look for corrections Kara needs to make. Then answer the questions that follow.
(1) Carbohydrates are one of the three main nutrients found in foods and drinks. (2) It are important to maintaining a healthy diet. (3) Carbohydrates break down into glucose, or sugar after entering the body. (4) They provide fuel for the central nervous system and energy to the muscles. (5) Carbohydrates can also improve brain functions such as mood and memory. (6) Carbohydrates can be classified as simple or complex. (7) Simple carbohydrates are found in candy and soda and do not have any nutritional value. (8) They cause a quick sugar high and burst of energy but it doesn’t last very long. (9) These carbohydrates can quickly lead to weight gain. (10) Complex carbohydrates are found in beans, peanuts, and potatoes. (11) They create a more gradual release of energy and are better for you’re body.
What change, if any, should be made in sentence 8?
C
Insert a comma after energy
Brainy Rewards
L. Hernandez
B
Trying new things is healthy for people.
hispering Pines
The pines, they whisper soft and low,
A hymn of winds where shadows grow.
Their needles hum in twilight’s shade,
A song of solace, gently made.
The forest breathes a tender tune,
Beneath the watchful silver moon.
Each note, a thread of nature’s art,
That weaves into the human heart.
What effect does the use of rhyme and rhythm in the poem have on its overall meaning?
A
It mirrors the harmonious relationship between humans and nature.
Which word goes in the blank as the best antonym for the italicized word in this sentence?
Usually Peter was known for his sober mind, yet on his wedding day, Peter acted quite __________.
B
giddy
1 The Olympic Games that people celebrate today are much different from the Olympics that began in ancient Greece. When the Olympic Games began, only men who spoke Greek could compete. The ancient Olympics had just a few sports in which athletes competed. Additionally, the ancient Olympic Games were always held in Greece.
2 Although the Olympic Games still include a number of athletic competitions, their format has greatly changed. Today, both male and female athletes from many different countries and backgrounds come together to compete in the Games. The Olympics are held in different cities around the world every four years.
Which of these statements BEST fits into paragraph 2?
D
The athletes in the modern Olympic Games compete in many different sports.
Canada
K. Reiter
The grammatical errors in this passage are intentional.
This paragraph is from Lillie’s paper about Canada. Read the paragraph and look for corrections Lillie needs to make. Then answer the questions that follow.
(1) Canada is the country to the north of North America. (2) It is the second largest country in the world. (3) The only country that is larger is russia. (4) Canada has many beautiful lakes. (5) In fact more than half of all the lakes in the world are in Canada. (6) There are over 3 million lakes including two of the biggest lakes in the world, Great Bear Lake and Great Slave Lake. (7) The two biggest cities in Canada are Toronto and Montreal. (8) Most of Canada’s population speak French and not English. (9) Its the second largest city in the world where French is the dominant language. (10) Many people from the United States travel to Canada to enjoy the natural wonders of the country.
What change should be made in sentence 9?
A
Change Its to It’s
Second Thoughts
L. Hernandez
A
What people like for a pet varies.
The Echo in the Cave
(1) I wandered through a silent cave,
(2) My footsteps loud on stone.
(3) The shadows danced along the walls,
(4) Yet I was not alone.
(5) A whisper answered every word—
(6) A voice that mimicked mine.
(7) It bounced from rock to jagged rock
(8) In rhythm and in rhyme.
(9) The silence held a secret hum,
(10) A song both deep and wide.
(11) And in that cave I found my voice—
(12) With echo as my guide.
Match each poetic technique to an example from the poem.
Poetic Technique Example in the Poem:
Imagery, Figurative Language & Rhyme Scheme
1-The shadows danced along the walls-Line 3
2-The silence held a secret hum-Line 9
3-Mine/Rhyme-In lines 6 & 8
Imagery-The shadows danced along the walls-Line3
Rhyme Scheme-Mine/Rhyme-In lines 6 & 8
Figurative Language-The silence held a secret hum-Line 9
A Mysterious Mummy
L. Han
B
Scientists who study ancient people and artifacts
How young is too young for a child to have his or her own cell phone? Parents and parenting groups disagree. While some parents believe that so long as a child is old enough to understand how to use the phone and what to use it for, others believe that even fifteen years old is too young to have that kind of responsibility. Some parents claim that cell phones help keep the family in closer communication and keeps children safer. Other parents warn that cell phones are a constant distraction from school and life itself.
Which sentence would work BEST as a concluding sentence to this paragraph?
C
Ultimately the decision of whether or not to give a child a cell phone belongs to each parent.
Canada
K. Reiter
The grammatical errors in this passage are intentional.
This paragraph is from Lillie’s paper about Canada. Read the paragraph and look for corrections Lillie needs to make. Then answer the questions that follow.
(1) Canada is the country to the north of North America. (2) It is the second largest country in the world. (3) The only country that is larger is russia. (4) Canada has many beautiful lakes. (5) In fact more than half of all the lakes in the world are in Canada. (6) There are over 3 million lakes including two of the biggest lakes in the world, Great Bear Lake and Great Slave Lake. (7) The two biggest cities in Canada are Toronto and Montreal. (8) Most of Canada’s population speak French and not English. (9) Its the second largest city in the world where French is the dominant language. (10) Many people from the United States travel to Canada to enjoy the natural wonders of the country.
What change, if any, should be made in sentence 1?
D
No change is needed.