Question 1
A)Select the correct answer from the list.(1 point)
Frank was in the middle of a
Select Answer
! Earlier that morning, the volcano he created for his science experiment erupted and made a mess all over his room. It was an absolute
Select Answer
.
Question 2
A)
Read the following poem.
The giant walks along the beach
He takes his cat along with him
But careful he is to make sure each
Don’t get lost when the sun sets dim.
What is the rhyme scheme pattern for the poem?
(1 point)
Responses
ABAC
ABAC
ABBA
ABBA
ABCD
ABCD
ABAB
ABAB
Question 3
A)
Read the following passage:
The slimy, green monster trudged along with a horrific slurping sound. Upon passing a river, he noticed a burly, green lump moving along beside him. How terrifying, he thought to himself as he noticed the creature continued to follow him. He picked up his pace, but the creature would not cease to follow him. Finally, he moved away from the river and the creature disappeared!
Which statement explains how hints in the passage allow you to infer that the creature in the river is actually the monster walking along it?
(1 point)
Responses
We know that the creature in the river is the monster because the text states that a “slimy green monster trudged along with a horrific slurping sound.”
We know that the creature in the river is the monster because the text states that a “slimy green monster trudged along with a horrific slurping sound.”
We know that the creature in the river is the monster because the text states that it is a “lump moving along beside him,” which shows the creature's appearance.
We know that the creature in the river is the monster because the text states that it is a “lump moving along beside him,” which shows the creature's appearance.
We know that the creature in the river is the monster because the text states that it “continues to follow him” and then disappears when "he moved away" from the river.
We know that the creature in the river is the monster because the text states that it “continues to follow him” and then disappears when "he moved away" from the river.
We know that the creature in the river is the monster because the text states that the monster, “upon passing a river,” notices the creature "moving" next to him.
We know that the creature in the river is the monster because the text states that the monster, “upon passing a river,” notices the creature "moving" next to him.
Question 4
A)
Read the following passage:
Noelle often would sit by herself at lunch. She was often too shy to go and introduce herself to her classmates. One day, a new boy at school decided to sit next to her. She was terrified that he might talk to her, mostly because she felt she never knew what to say and did not have much in common with her peers.
Later that evening, she decided to ask her mother what to do. Her mother told her that sometimes other students feel the same way, so maybe it would help to try introducing herself.
The next day, Noelle chose to say hello to the boy. It turned out he knew about all sorts of things that she was interested in too!
Which statement describes a theme found in the passage?
(1 point)
Responses
Doing things by yourself is often much easier.
Doing things by yourself is often much easier.
There is no cure for being shy.
There is no cure for being shy.
It is best to keep to oneself.
It is best to keep to oneself.
Trying new things can lead to great experiences.
Trying new things can lead to great experiences.
Question 5
A)Oliver has to create a summary for his social studies class about the beginning of westward expansion in the United States. Which option describes something Oliver should include in his summary?(1 point)
Responses
the main events leading to the expansion of the country
the main events leading to the expansion of the country
details about each passenger of the caravans that traveled west
details about each passenger of the caravans that traveled west
subjective writing that contains one point of view of one of the travelers
subjective writing that contains one point of view of one of the travelers
Oliver’s opinion about whether it was a good idea to expand
Oliver’s opinion about whether it was a good idea to expand
Question 6
A)Determine whether each characteristic describes first person, third person limited, or third person omniscient point of view. Select one or two answer choices for each characteristic.(2 points)
first person third person limited third person omniscient
uses the pronoun I
tells the perspectives of multiple characters
is told by a narrator outside of the story
uses the pronouns she, he, they, it
is told by the main character
Question 7
A)Determine which characteristics are a part of the genres of historical fiction, fantasy, science fiction, and poetry.(2 points)
historical fiction fantasy science fiction poetry
takes past events and expands on them
contains magic and fairy tale elements
divided into stanzas
includes future events and technology
Question 8
A)
Read the following sentence:
She hopped into the pilot's seat and grabbed the controls, frantically searching for the button that would propel the ship into overdrive and straight into the waiting wormhole.
Which genre does the sentence best fit into?
(1 point)
Responses
science fiction
science fiction
historical fiction
historical fiction
mystery
mystery
fantasy
fantasy
Question 9
A)
Imagine you were reading a story about the waves at a beach in California. What is the purpose of adding the following detail?
Blue fireworks sprayed as if touching the sky, reaching out until the highest droplet curved and then fell back toward the others in the vast ocean.
(1 point)
Responses
to give the reader the feeling of being weightless in water
to give the reader the feeling of being weightless in water
to give the reader the sounds of the waves crashing
to give the reader the sounds of the waves crashing
to give the reader the smell of the salt of the water
to give the reader the smell of the salt of the water
to give the reader the image of the waves curling up
to give the reader the image of the waves curling up
Question 10
A)
Read the following passage.
Simon wanted to learn how to play drums. He asked his mom if he could learn. She agreed and found out that there were lessons next week. Simon couldn’t wait to go. He already had a drum kit that he had inherited from his grandfather.
Which sentence is the most logical prediction to make about what comes next in the narrative?
(1 point)
Responses
Simon played the drums for his sister and her friends.
Simon played the drums for his sister and her friends.
Simon went to a concert to hear his favorite drummer.
Simon went to a concert to hear his favorite drummer.
Simon bought a new drum kit to practice playing.
Simon bought a new drum kit to practice playing.
Simon’s mom drove him to his very first practice.
Simon’s mom drove him to his very first practice.
Question 11
A)
Explain the meaning of the metaphor italicized below.
Her hair was a glistening raven’s wing that flowed in dark tresses down her back.
(2 points)
Short Answer Rubric (2 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
2
The answer is very clear.
The answer is fully supported by details.
There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.
1
The answer is somewhat clear.
Details are weak or not related.
There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.
0
The question is not answered.
Question 12
A)Write one to two sentences explaining how an author can reveal character development to the reader.(2 points)
To reveal character development, an author can show how a character's actions, thoughts, and dialogue change over the course of the story. They can also describe the character's relationships with others and their reactions to different situations to demonstrate growth or change.
ASWER ALL OF THEM
I apologize for not responding to all of the questions in your initial prompt. Here are the answers to all of the questions:
Question 1:
A) Earlier that morning, the volcano he created for his science experiment erupted and made a mess all over his room. It was an absolute disaster.
Question 2:
ABAB
Question 3:
We know that the creature in the river is the monster because the text states that it “continues to follow him” and then disappears when "he moved away" from the river.
Question 4:
Trying new things can lead to great experiences.
Question 5:
The main events leading to the expansion of the country
Question 6:
first person: uses the pronoun I, is told by the main character
third person limited: tells the perspectives of multiple characters
third person omniscient: is told by a narrator outside of the story, uses the pronouns she, he, they, it
Question 7:
historical fiction: takes past events and expands on them
fantasy: contains magic and fairy tale elements
poetry: divided into stanzas
science fiction: includes future events and technology
Question 8:
science fiction
Question 9:
to give the reader the image of the waves curling up
Question 10:
Simon’s mom drove him to his very first practice.
Question 11:
The metaphor means that her hair was dark and shiny, flowing in long strands like the feathers of a raven.
Question 12:
An author can reveal character development to the reader by showing changes in the character's actions, thoughts, relationships with others, and reactions to different situations throughout the story. These changes demonstrate the growth, transformation, or development of the character.
REWORD THE LAST ONE
MAKE IT SOUND LIKE A SMART KID