Semester 1 ELA Review

Multiple Choice

Based on the section "Zoos and Conservation", what is the author's viewpoint about the role of zoos in conservation efforts?

• Zoos can lower the number of endangered species by working with other zoos.

• Zoos are critical for conserving endangered animal populations.

• The efforts of zoos have led to a decrease in the threats animals face in the wild.

• The efforts of zoos should be dedicated only to conserving endangered species.

Multiple Choice

One can infer that research at zoos has led to increasing the lifespan of zoo animals. Which detail from the text supports this inference?

• "Zoo animals receive expert medical care."

• "Studies show that some zoo animals have longer lifespans than they would in the wild."

• "Organizations are working with zoos to set standards to ensure animals receive the best care."

• "By studying zoo animals, scientists have discovered new medicines and techniques to improve the health of animals."

Multiple Select

Which 2 details best answer Javier's question: Are there any negative effects of zoo habitats on the animals that live in them?

• "Lack of space even lowers infant survival rates."

• "...there are polar bear exhibits in warm and even tropical areas worldwide."

• "Studies show that small enclosures prevent animals from getting enough exercise."

• "But zoo supporters claim that animals in captivity are even healthier than in the wild."

Open Ended

How would you compare the viewpoints of these 2 authors? What does each author believe? Write at least 1 complete sentence.

Draw

Illustrate this sentence that uses present perfect tense: Amelia has drawn dozens of pictures this week.

Multiple Choice

Maria and her neighbors transformed an empty lot into a beautiful garden accompanied by picnic tables and benches. The neighborhood garden became a hidden treasure among the concrete buildings of the city.

What is the meaning of hidden treasure?

• special place

• picnic spot

• large garden

Fill in the Blank

Fill in the blank: Meg _____ played many different sports this summer.

Multiple Choice

Luis and his mother in the middle of a long hiking trip. Choose the verb that best completes this sentence:

By the time they finish their trip, Luis and his mother _______ 50 miles.

• are hiking

• will be hiking

• will have hiked

• will hike

Multiple Choice

How do we correctly write the title in this sentence: According to the article Play Music at Any Age, it's never too late to learn how to play the piano.

• Play Music at Any Age

• Play Music at Any Age

• play music at any age

• "Play Music at Any Age"

Multiple Choice

Which sentence should we add to clearly state what the paper will be about?

• It's extremely important to wear a helmet when you ride a bike.

• Everybody falls when learning to ride a bike, but you have to get used to it.

• It's best to start off pedaling slowly so you are less likely to fall.

• If you follow these steps, learning to ride a bike can by easy and enjoyable.