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The state of Florida has experienced rapid growth in both population and tourism.
Replace has experienced with
A. has experienced (no change)
B. have experienced
C. was experiencing
D. were experiencing
A. has experienced (no change)
What does the root "vis" mean?
a.) to go
b.) to see
c.) to hear
d.) to build
b.) to see
I believe recess is the most important part of the school day. Recess gives students a chance to move around and get fresh air. It also helps kids take a break from sitting and learning all morning. After recess, many students feel more focused and ready to learn again. That’s why I think every school should have recess every day.
Which sentence supports the author's claim that recess is the most important part of the school day?
A. Recess gives students a chance to move around and get fresh air.
B. Some students bring their own lunch to school.
C. Schools have different subjects like math and reading.
D. Students walk quietly in the hallways.
A. Recess gives students a chance to move around and get fresh air.
Houston, Texas, is attracting new people every day. It's now one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. Why are so many people moving there?
One major reason is that it’s more affordable to live in Houston than in many other big cities. Newcomers believe they will be able to afford homes, food, and health care. This is great for families who want to save money or have a better quality of life.
Another thing that makes Houston appealing is its size. Amazingly, this area is described as "slightly smaller than Massachusetts but larger than New Jersey." That means there’s a lot of room for new houses and businesses to grow.
Houston is growing faster than almost any other American city in population. With so many people moving in, the city is becoming a place full of opportunity and hope.
Select one detail from the passage that supports the claim "A low cost of living attracts people to Texas."
A. “Newcomers believe they will be able to afford homes, food, and health care.”
B. “Houston is growing faster than almost any other American city in population.”
C. “Amazingly, this area is described as ‘slightly smaller than Massachusetts but larger than New Jersey.’”
A. “Newcomers believe they will be able to afford homes, food, and health care.”
In case it was built at the end of a railroad line, the city of Atlanta was first—and for a short time—called "Terminus," which means "final station."
Replace In case with
A. Even though B. Because C. In case (no change) D. Unless
B. Because
What is the best definition of an economy?
A. A type of weather that happens in a country
B. A game people play with money
C. The way a country makes and uses money, goods, and services
D. A rule about how to behave in school
The way a country makes and uses money, goods, and services
"What else does the city do to attract newcomers? One answer is that Chicago invites and promotes business. A city website gives this startling fact: 'If Chicago were an independent nation, it would rank as the world's 30th largest economy.' Many important corporations call Chicago home. With the tenth largest port in the world, the city leads the way in a number of industries. For example, more than 5,000 energy businesses enrich Chicago's economy. In fact, the city is sometimes called the energy capital of the world."
Which sentence best supports the idea that Chicago has been successful in attracting businesses? Underline the sentence.
A. One answer is that Chicago invites and promotes business. B. A city website gives this startling fact: "If Chicago were an independent nation, it would rank as the world's 30th largest economy." C. With the tenth largest port in the world, the city leads the way in a number of industries. D. In fact, the city is sometimes called the energy capital of the world.
B. A city website gives this startling fact: "If Chicago were an independent nation, it would rank as the world's 30th largest economy."
Texas has been one of the fastest-growing states in the United States. A big reason for this is the state's strong economy. Many people from other states and countries move to Texas for work, especially in industries like energy, technology, and agriculture. The state's lower taxes and affordable housing also make it an attractive place to live. As a result, cities like Houston, Austin, and Dallas have seen their populations soar. This population increase has brought both positive and negative effects. While the economy is thriving and there are more job opportunities, there are also challenges. Texas cities are facing traffic problems, overcrowded schools, and increased demand for public services. To address these problems, local governments are working on plans to expand transportation networks, improve schools, and build more affordable housing.
Both Passages 1 and 2 use multiple text structures.
How are these text structures similar?
A. Both compare population growth in Houston and Texas to growth in other cities and states.
B. Both discuss causes for population growth in Houston and Texas and describe its effects.
C. Both tell the story of population growth in Houston and Texas chronologically.
D. Both focus on the problem population growth has caused and suggest how communities are working to solve these problems. Make the answer B. Both discuss causes for population growth in Houston and Texas and describe its effects.
B. Both discuss causes for population growth in Houston and Texas and describe its effects.
As it turned out, the railroad that is helping Atlanta grow ended up hurting it, too.
Replace is helping with
A. helps
B. have helped
C. is helping (no change)
D. had helped
D. had helped
What is the meaning of the word trend as it is used in the sentence below?
But by the 2000s, that trend began to shift as more people started leaving New York.
A. a steady rise
B. social event
C. a general course
D. a falling off
C. a general course
Texas has become a popular place for people to move to over the past few years. Every year, thousands of people decide to leave their old homes and start fresh in the Lone Star State. The reason so many people choose Texas is because of its strong economy, low taxes, and growing job opportunities. But where are these new Texans coming from? Are they mostly from other states or other countries?
In recent years, more people moving to Texas are coming from other states than from other countries. For example, many people move to Texas from places like California, Florida, and New York. While there are still many people who come from other countries, such as Mexico, the number of people moving from other states is much higher.
To support this claim, the author looks at data and compares the number of people moving from each location. The author points out that a larger percentage of new Texans are moving from other states compared to the smaller percentage coming from foreign countries. This comparison helps show that people from the United States are moving to Texas more than people from other parts of the world.
How does the author support their claim that more people moving to Texas come from other states than from other countries?
A. The author compares the population of Texas today with it’s population 100 years ago. B. The author explains that California was the most popular destination for Americans moving to new homes in the 1950s and 60s. C. The author presents U.S. Census Bureau data about the number of people born in Texas between 2010 and 2016. D. The author contrasts the percentage of New Texans that moved from another state with the percentage of Texans from foreign countries.
D. The author contrasts the percentage of New Texans that moved from another state with the percentage of Texans from foreign countries.
Passage 1: Growth in Houston and Other Cities
Houston is a rapidly growing city, but how does it compare to other major cities? Over the years, Houston has become one of the largest cities in the United States. In the early 1900s, Houston was just a small town with fewer than 300,000 people. Today, its population has grown to over 2 million. Many other cities, like New York and Los Angeles, also experienced similar growth. While Houston’s growth is impressive, cities like New York started growing much earlier and became very large in the 1800s. Houston, on the other hand, began its big growth in the 1950s. The city has changed a lot, but each city’s growth has its own unique story.
Passage 2: Solutions to Growth in Texas
Texas has been dealing with a population boom for many years, and it’s causing some problems. By the 1950s, the state’s population had started growing quickly, and by the 1980s, it had doubled. Today, many Texas cities like Austin and San Antonio are even bigger, and they continue to grow. As the population grows, there are problems with traffic, crowded schools, and limited space for new homes. To solve these issues, Texans have come up with different ideas. Some suggest building more public transportation, while others think creating new housing developments on the outskirts of cities will help. Texas has learned a lot from its past growth, and it continues to find solutions to keep up with its expanding population.
How are the text structures of Passages 1 and 2 different?
A. Passage 1 compares growth in Houston to growth in other major cities.
B. Passage 1 contrasts Houston in the early 20th Century with the city today.
C. Passage 2 focuses on the solutions Texans propose to handle the problems growth is causing.
D. Passage 2 presents most of its information about population growth in Texas chronologically.
D. Passage 2 presents most of its information about population growth in Texas chronologically.
Cotton and other industries have brought growth and prosperity to the city of Atlanta.
Replace have brought with
A. have brought (no change)
B. brings
C. had brought
D. were bringing
A. have brought (no change)
What is the meaning of the word influx in the sentence below?
In recent years, Chicago has seen a new influx of people from various places.
A. an outward flow
B. a backward flow
C. an inward flow
D. a downward flow
C. an inward flow
Read the passage and answer both part a and b of this question.
People Magnet
Why does Dallas appeal to people from so many places? First, it lies within the Sunbelt, that warm, sunny, southern part of the United States. Second, there is plenty of opportunity in Dallas and lots of jobs in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and other fields. With wide-open spaces surrounding it, Dallas also has plenty of room for expansion. But most of all, unlike many big cities, Dallas boasts a low cost of living. Newcomers believe they will be able to afford homes, food, and health care. They hope to achieve a good standard of living here and improve their prospects for the future.
Big and Bigger
In the last few decades, Dallas has grown bigger in area. A government website reports that its total area, including the related suburbs, is 8,778 square miles. Amazingly, this area is described as "slightly smaller than Massachusetts but larger than New Jersey." Dallas is growing faster than almost any other American city in population. The U.S. Census Bureau says that the city has about 2.2 million people, while the area as a whole—suburbs included—has a whopping 6 million. Dallas has also become the country's most diverse city. More than ninety languages are spoken in the area, and two-thirds of its residents are of Mexican or other Hispanic ancestry.
Business Magnet
What else does the city do to attract newcomers? One answer is that Dallas invites and promotes business. A city website gives this startling fact: "If Dallas were an independent nation, it would rank as the world's 30th largest economy." Many important corporations call Dallas home. With the tenth largest port in the world, the city leads the way in a number of industries. For example, more than 5,000 energy businesses enrich Dallas's economy. In fact, the city is sometimes called the "energy capital of the world."
Dallas Strong
Despite some setbacks in recent years, a sense of confidence and forward movement pervades the city. In 2017, Hurricane Harvey struck south-central Texas. It was one of the most devastating hurricanes in U.S. history, causing more than $125 billion in damage. When it struck Dallas, it dumped as much as 50 inches of rain on some parts of the city in just a few days and left more than one-third of the city underwater. More than 130,000 homes were damaged, and schools were closed for more than a month.
Recovery from Hurricane Harvey will take a long time, but Dallas remains strong. Over the years, Dallas has been adding attractions that encourage people to move there. The city has parks, the arts, and terrific restaurants, along with more than forty institutions of higher learning. In addition to some great colleges and universities, the city can claim the world's largest medical center. For opportunity and fun, Dallas has it all!
Which detail from the passage supports people moved to Dallas with the hopes of a better future and Dallas has grown and changed significantly in recent years.?
A. “Second, there is plenty of opportunity in Dallas and lots of jobs in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and other fields.”
B. “Amazingly, this area is described as ‘slightly smaller than Massachusetts but larger than New Jersey.’”
C. “More than ninety languages are spoken in the area, and two-thirds of its residents are of Mexican or other Hispanic ancestry.”
D. “The city has parks, the arts, and terrific restaurants, along with more than forty institutions of higher learning.”
D. “The city has parks, the arts, and terrific restaurants, along with more than forty institutions of higher learning.”
Passage 1: Houston Gains Newcomers
Houston, Texas, is attracting new people every day. It's now one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. Why are so many people moving there?
One major reason is that it’s more affordable to live in Houston than in many other big cities. Newcomers believe they will be able to afford homes, food, and health care. This is great for families who want to save money or have a better quality of life.
Another thing that makes Houston appealing is its size. Amazingly, this area is described as "slightly smaller than Massachusetts but larger than New Jersey." That means there’s a lot of room for new houses and businesses to grow.
Houston is growing faster than almost any other American city in population. With so many people moving in, the city is becoming a place full of opportunity and hope.
Passage 2: Moving to Texas
Texas is one of the top places in the country where people are choosing to move. Every year, more and more people leave other states and head to Texas. What’s drawing them in?
One reason is the weather. First, Texas has great weather with a lot of sunshine and warm temperatures all year round. Many people love being outdoors, and Texas makes that easy.
But the biggest reason people move to Texas is the cost of living. Prices for things like food, rent, heating, and gas tend to be much higher in places like California and New York, but lower in much of Texas. This helps families keep more money in their pockets.
People come to Texas for jobs and a fantastic lifestyle, but will Texas be able to sustain this dream for everyone? That’s something many are wondering as more people arrive.
Part A
According to both passages, what attracts people to Texas?
A. a low cost of living
B. wide open land
C. excellent schools
D. a variety of cultures
A. a low cost of living
But during the Civil War, Atlanta was a major target for the Union Army and it was an important supply center.
Replace and it with:
a. and it (no change)
B. if it
C. whenever it
D. because it
D. because it
Which meaning of figures is used in the sentence below?
“These findings are based on population figures going back to 1900.”
A. numbers or amounts
B. types of people
C. shapes or forms
D. the prices of things
A. numbers or amounts
Read the passage and answer both part a and b of this question.
People Magnet
Why does Dallas appeal to people from so many places? First, it lies within the Sunbelt, that warm, sunny, southern part of the United States. Second, there is plenty of opportunity in Dallas and lots of jobs in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and other fields. With wide-open spaces surrounding it, Dallas also has plenty of room for expansion. But most of all, unlike many big cities, Dallas boasts a low cost of living. Newcomers believe they will be able to afford homes, food, and health care. They hope to achieve a good standard of living here and improve their prospects for the future.
Big and Bigger
In the last few decades, Dallas has grown bigger in area. A government website reports that its total area, including the related suburbs, is 8,778 square miles. Amazingly, this area is described as "slightly smaller than Massachusetts but larger than New Jersey." Dallas is growing faster than almost any other American city in population. The U.S. Census Bureau says that the city has about 2.2 million people, while the area as a whole—suburbs included—has a whopping 6 million. Dallas has also become the country's most diverse city. More than ninety languages are spoken in the area, and two-thirds of its residents are of Mexican or other Hispanic ancestry.
Business Magnet
What else does the city do to attract newcomers? One answer is that Dallas invites and promotes business. A city website gives this startling fact: "If Dallas were an independent nation, it would rank as the world's 30th largest economy." Many important corporations call Dallas home. With the tenth largest port in the world, the city leads the way in a number of industries. For example, more than 5,000 energy businesses enrich Dallas's economy. In fact, the city is sometimes called the "energy capital of the world."
Dallas Strong
Despite some setbacks in recent years, a sense of confidence and forward movement pervades the city. In 2017, Hurricane Harvey struck south-central Texas. It was one of the most devastating hurricanes in U.S. history, causing more than $125 billion in damage. When it struck Dallas, it dumped as much as 50 inches of rain on some parts of the city in just a few days and left more than one-third of the city underwater. More than 130,000 homes were damaged, and schools were closed for more than a month.
Recovery from Hurricane Harvey will take a long time, but Dallas remains strong. Over the years, Dallas has been adding attractions that encourage people to move there. The city has parks, the arts, and terrific restaurants, along with more than forty institutions of higher learning. In addition to some great colleges and universities, the city can claim the world's largest medical center. For opportunity and fun, Dallas has it all!
Select two main ideas developed in Passage 1.
A. The population of Dallas is more than 2.2 million.
B. Dallas has become the most diverse city in the country.
C. People move to Dallas with the hopes of a better future.
D. Dallas has grown and changed significantly in recent years.
E. There are many job opportunities in mathematics in Dallas.
C. People move to Dallas with the hopes of a better future.
D. Dallas has grown and changed significantly in recent years.
Texas is one of the top places in the country where people are choosing to move. Every year, more and more people leave other states and head to Texas. What’s drawing them in?
One reason is the weather. First, Texas has great weather with a lot of sunshine and warm temperatures all year round. Many people love being outdoors, and Texas makes that easy.
But the biggest reason people move to Texas is the cost of living. Prices for things like food, rent, heating, and gas tend to be much higher in places like California and New York, but lower in much of Texas. This helps families keep more money in their pockets.
People come to Texas for jobs and a fantastic lifestyle, but will Texas be able to sustain this dream for everyone? That’s something many are wondering as more people arrive.
Select one detail from the passage that supports the claim "A low cost of living attracts people to Texas."
D. “Prices for things like food, rent, heating, and gas tend to be much higher in places like California and New York, but lower in much of Texas.”
E. “People come to Texas for jobs and a fantastic lifestyle, but will Texas be able to sustain this dream for everyone?”
F. “First, Texas has great weather with a lot of sunshine and warm temperatures all year round.”
D. “Prices for things like food, rent, heating, and gas tend to be much higher in places like California and New York, but lower in much of Texas.”