Which Genre Tells A Persons Life Story?
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Use the paragraph to answer the question
You may not think earthquakes and volcanoes can go together, but they are unlikely friends, creating sensations under the earths surface. Most earthquakes occur because of the movement of the tectonic plates previously described. Sometimes earthquakes happen below a volcano. This happens because magma, which is hot molten rock beneath the earths surface, pushes on rock until it breaks the rock and seeps into it. Then, the magma builds more pressure until it leaks more magma into the crack. Little earthquakes happen each time the rock breaks and lets in more magma. These little earthquakes are to small to feel. They are called harmonic tremors, perhaps because of their constant release of energy, like one song played underground.
What is the main idea?
(1 Point)
Earthquakes cause volcanoes
Earthquakes are caused by the movement of tectonic plates
Sometimes earthquakes happen below volcanoes due to the pressure of magma on rock
Sometimes earthquakes happen below volcanoes due to the pressure of magma on rock
Use the paragraph to answer the question.
You may not think earthquakes and volcanoes can go together, but they are unlikely friends, creating sensations under the earths surface. Most earthquakes occur because of the movement of the tectonic plates previously described. Sometimes earthquakes happen below a volcano. This happens because magma, which is hot molten rock beneath the earths surface, pushes on rock until it breaks the rock and seeps into it. Then, the magma builds more pressure until it leaks more magma into the crack. Little earthquakes happen each time the rock breaks and lets in more magma. These little earthquakes are to small to feel. They are called harmonic tremors, perhaps because of their constant release of energy, like one song played underground.
Which text connection is used in this passage?
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Cause and effect
Compare and contrast
Description
Problem and solution
Cause and effect
Use the paragraph to answer the question
The platypus is an Australian mammal that is not
easily classified. It is one of only two mammals (the
other being the echidna) that bears young by laying
eggs. In some respects, the platypus resembles a
duck; both have webbed feet and bills. The platypus
has a tail like a beaver’s and a furry body similar to
an otter’s. Its unusual hybrid of body parts makes it
well-suited for its largely aquatic life. The platypus
uses its webbed feet to paddle through water, and its
tail serves as a kind of rudder for steering. While
underwater, the platypus uses its bill to scoop up bits
of food, such as insects and shellfish, from the
water’s bottom. The platypus also scoops up bits of
gravel, which grind up the food, as the platypus is
toothless. The platypus stores the food and gravel in
its cheeks until it reaches the water’s surface. Once
the platypus surfaces, it consumes its meal.
Which best summarizes this passage?
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Responses
Platypusses are aquatic mammals. They eat insects and
shellfish.
Platypusses are aquatic mammals. They eat insects and shellfish.
[Choice D]
[Choice D]
The platypus is an Australian mammal that is not easily
classified. It is one of only two mammals that bears young
by laying eggs. In some respects, the platypus resembles a
duck; both have webbed feet and bills. The platypus has a
tail like a beaver’s and a furry body similar to an otter’s. Its
unusual hybrid of body parts makes it well-suited for its
largely aquatic life.
The platypus is an Australian mammal that is not easily classified. It is one of only two mammals that bears young by laying eggs. In some respects, the platypus resembles a duck; both have webbed feet and bills. The platypus has a tail like a beaver’s and a furry body similar to an otter’s. Its unusual hybrid of body parts makes it well-suited for its largely aquatic life.
Platypusses are unusual creatures. They lay eggs and
have webbed feet and a bill, even though they are
mammals. They use their bill to scoop up food and stones
underwater and use the stones to grind up the food.
Platypusses are unusual creatures. They lay eggs and have webbed feet and a bill, even though they are mammals. They use their bill to scoop up food and stones underwater and use the stones to grind up the food.
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Platypusses are unusual creatures. They lay eggs and have webbed feet and a bill, even though they are mammals. They use their bill to scoop up food and stones underwater and use the stones to grind up the food.
Use the paragraph to answer the question.
The platypus is an Australian mammal that is not
easily classified. It is one of only two mammals (the
other being the echidna) that bears young by laying
eggs. In some respects, the platypus resembles a
duck; both have webbed feet and bills. The platypus
has a tail like a beaver’s and a furry body similar to
an otter’s. Its unusual hybrid of body parts makes it
well-suited for its largely aquatic life. The platypus
uses its webbed feet to paddle through water, and its
tail serves as a kind of rudder for steering. While
underwater, the platypus uses its bill to scoop up bits
of food, such as insects and shellfish, from the
water’s bottom. The platypus also scoops up bits of
gravel, which grind up the food, as the platypus is
toothless. The platypus stores the food and gravel in
its cheeks until it reaches the water’s surface. Once
the platypus surfaces, it consumes its meal.
Which best summarizes this passage?
(1 point)
Platypusses are aquatic mammals. They eat insects and shellfish.
[Choice D]
The platypus is an Australian mammal that is not easily
classified. It is one of only two mammals that bears young
by laying eggs. In some respects, the platypus resembles a
duck; both have webbed feet and bills. The platypus has a
tail like a beaver’s and a furry body similar to an otter’s. Its
unusual hybrid of body parts makes it well-suited for its
largely aquatic life.
Platypusses are unusual creatures. They lay eggs and
have webbed feet and a bill, even though they are
mammals. They use their bill to scoop up food and stones
underwater and use the stones to grind up the food.
Platypusses are unusual creatures. They lay eggs and have webbed feet and a bill, even though they are mammals. They use their bill to scoop up food and stones underwater and use the stones to grind up the food.
Use the following sentence to answer the question.
A platypus is a mammal; however, unlike most mammals, it lays eggs.
What is the connection between these ideas?
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Responses
Problem and solution
Problem and solution
Contrast
Contrast
Description
Description
Cause and effect
Contrast
Use the passage below to answer the question.
"Derrick needs to stop crying wolf. I swear, everytime he opens his mouth, his nose starts to grow."
This is an example of:
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Responses
Contrast
Contrast
Allusion
Allusion
Imagery
Imagery
Analogy
Imagery
Use the sentence below to answer the question.
Looking for my contact lens was like trying to find a needle in a haystack!
This statement is an example of:
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Responses
Contrast
Contrast
Allusion
Allusion
Imagery
Imagery
Analogy
Analogy
Use the passage to answer the question.
Tony walked out of the shopping mall with his arms
full of bags and the sun shining on him. As he
approached his car, he started awkwardly feeling
around his pockets with his arm full of bags. He did
not find what he was looking for so he transferred
the bags on one arm to the other arm, which already
had bags. Tony had a lot of bags on one arm. He still
couldn't find what he was looking for. Now he
dropped the bags and plunged both hands
desperately into all of the pockets on his jeans. With
a look of despair, Tony ran to his car. He tried to
open the door, but it was locked. Then he saw
something on the passenger seat of the car. He
stopped looking and pulled his phone out of his
pocket.
What can you infer from this passage?
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Responses
Tony locked his keys in the car.
Tony locked his keys in the car.
Someone stole Tony's car.
Someone stole Tony's car.
Tony forgot to buy something.
Tony locked his keys in the car.
Use the passage to answer the question.
She looked at the random collection that had been
thrown in the packing box at the last minute—from
toothpaste and razors to spatulas and sticky notes.
"Well, that's quite a melange, isn't it?" she remarked.
What is the meaning of the word melange in this passage?
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Responses
Mixture
Mixture
Story
Story
Meal
Mixture
Use the sentence to answer the question.
Eli woke up early on Sunday and looked out the
window. It was an idyllic day - warm, sunny, and
perfect for a walk in the park.
What does the word idyllic mean in this sentence?
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Responses
perfect
perfect
cold
cold
unusual
perfect
Read the following sentences to answer the question.
“People curious enough about their ancestors to
submit their DNA may not be aware of unintended
consequences that could lie ahead. The information
in an individual’s DNA might unlock family secrets—
known or unknown, for better or worse. Or a
mutation in an individual’s genetic makeup could
indicate that he or she is vulnerable to health
problems that an insurance company might not
agree to cover in the future.”
What can you infer about DNA testing based on this information?
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Responses
Some things that can be revealed by genetic testing may upset people or cause serious problems.
Some things that can be revealed by genetic testing may upset people or cause serious problems.
All the information that people can get from at-home DNA tests is helpful and welcome to the people it concerns.
All the information that people can get from at-home DNA tests is helpful and welcome to the people it concerns.
Some DNA tests are very inaccurate, which means that people could get false information.
Some things that can be revealed by genetic testing may upset people or cause serious problems.
Use the paragraph below to answer the question.
The slow-moving sloth is a mammal perfectly suited
for life in the rainforest’s trees. The sloth’s curved
claws allow it to dangle from a branch while its long
tongue snakes out and grasps a lunch of leaves. A
sloth can stay in one position for up to 18 hours,
intermittently eating and napping before moving an
inch. This creature’s slowness, along with the algae
growing in its fur, help it blend into the trees,
providing good camouflage from jaguars and other
predators.
What is the main idea of this passage?
What is one piece of evidence from the text that supports your main idea?
Answer in complete sentences.
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Main Idea: The main idea of this passage is that the slow-moving sloth is well-adapted for life in the rainforest trees.
Evidence: One piece of evidence from the text that supports the main idea is that the sloth's curved claws allow it to hang from branches while using its long tongue to eat leaves. The passage also mentions that sloths can stay in one position for up to 18 hours, which further emphasizes their slow movement and adaptation for life in the trees.
Write a summary of the information below.
What has sticky toes, is neon green, blue, or orange,
and devours poisonous insects? It’s the poison dart
frog, a little creature that sweats venom. You’d think
this tiny amphibian, lacking claws and teeth, would
easily be slurped up by monkeys, birds, and other
predators. But its flashy exterior sends a clear
message: "Eat me, and you die!” The dart frog’s body
is filled with poisonous liquid, so predators steer
clear. And that venom is so strong that indigenous
tribes dip their hunting darts in it (explaining how the
frog got its name).
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Summary:
The poison dart frog is a small amphibian known for its sticky toes and colorful appearance in neon green, blue, or orange. Despite its lack of claws and teeth, the frog is able to deter predators through its poisonous nature. Its body is filled with venomous liquid that is highly toxic, causing predators to avoid it. The potency of its venom is so strong that indigenous tribes use it to dip their hunting darts, which is how the frog acquired its name.
Use the lyrics to Taylor Swift's Love Story below to answer the question.
We were both young when I first saw you
I close my eyes and the flashback starts
I'm standin' there
On a balcony in summer air
See the lights, see the party, the ball gowns
See you make your way through the crowd
And say, "Hello"
Little did I know
That you were Romeo, you were throwin' pebbles
And my daddy said, "Stay away from Juliet"
And I was cryin' on the staircase
Beggin' you, "Please don't go, " and I said
Romeo, take me somewhere we can be alone
I'll be waiting, all there's left to do is run
You'll be the prince and I'll be the princess
It's a love story, baby, just say, "Yes"
In a RARE response, identify at least one allusion in the song and explain the reference.
(4 points)
In the lyrics to Taylor Swift's Love Story, one allusion is the reference to Romeo and Juliet from William Shakespeare's play. The line "That you were Romeo, you were throwin' pebbles" alludes to the famous balcony scene in the play, where Romeo tries to communicate with Juliet by throwing pebbles at her window. This allusion connects the song's narrative of a forbidden love story to the iconic tale of Romeo and Juliet, where the lovers face similar obstacles and challenges due to their families' feud.
Read the following review.
This phone is terrible. I've only had the phone for a
month and already the battery is dying. The phone
only lasts for about 5 hours before it needs to be
plugged in and the charger takes forever. I called
customer service and had to wait on hold for over an
hour. Then the representative was rude and
unhelpful. Today, the screen stopped working. This
phone has been a huge hassle and a waste of money.
In a RARE response, identify the words or phrases indentify the words and phrases that give this passage a negative tone. Explain how those words create the negative tone of the passage.
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Words and Phrases: terrible, dying, lasts for about 5 hours, needs to be plugged in, takes forever, wait on hold for over an hour, rude and unhelpful representative, stopped working, huge hassle, waste of money.
Explanation: The words and phrases used in this passage contribute to a negative tone by expressing dissatisfaction and frustration regarding various aspects of the phone. Words like "terrible," "dying," "needs to be plugged in," "rude and unhelpful representative," "stopped working," "huge hassle," and "waste of money" all convey negative experiences and emotions. Additionally, phrases such as "lasts for about 5 hours," "takes forever," and "wait on hold for over an hour" emphasize the inconvenience and dissatisfaction the writer feels. Overall, these words and phrases create a negative tone by highlighting the phone's shortcomings, poor performance, and the writer's negative customer service experience.
Which of the following describes what it means when subjects and verbs agree?(1 point)
Responses
They are not separated by interrupting words.
They are not separated by interrupting words.
They describe the same things.
They describe the same things.
They are both singular or both plural.
They are both singular or both plural.
They have the same ending.