Today's Biopower ELA Review

Today's Biopower ELA Review

By Timothy Johnson

Multiple Choice

Which is an objective summary of the passage?

• Biomass is biological material that has been converted into fuel. It is an attractive source of energy because it yields numerous environmental and economic benefits.

• Biomass is a promising source of clean energy. The U.S. Department of Energy is currently researching ways to reduce associated costs and make it more accessible to the public.

• Biomass is a natural source of energy obtained from plants. The production of biomass eliminates acid rain and has an overall positive effect on the environment.

• Biomass is a material derived from vegetation. The U.S. Department of Energy promotes biomass as a source of energy because it is sustainable and available nationally.

Multiple Choice

What is the meaning of residue as it is used in paragraph 2?

• important; useful

• leftover; waste

• lethal; toxic

• massive; colossal

Multiple Choice

Part A: How does the author distinguish between biomass and fossil fuels?

• by contrasting the durability of both

• by contrasting the long-term availability of both

• by contrasting the negative impacts of both

• by contrasting the effectiveness of both

Multiple Choice

Part B: Which quotation from the passage supports the answer in Part A?

• “Humans have been using and benefiting from biomass fuel for thousands of years.” (paragraph 1)

• “For example, we’re generating electricity by cofiring biomass with fossil fuels—which helps clean up emissions.” (paragraph 2)

• “Biomass is constantly being replenished with new growth; fossil fuels are finite.”(paragraph 8)

• “This sustainable future will be a time when the clean efficiency of biomass power lights the way across the nation and around the world.” (paragraph 11)

Multiple Choice

How does the structure of the section “The Biopower Program” refine the concept of biomass?

• by describing what must be accomplished in order for the biomass power industry to grow

• by describing why biomass is considered to be the best source of national energy

• by outlining the problems associated with biomass and the potential solutions currently being investigated

• by outlining the problems associated with energy demand and the reasons why biomass is a practical solution

Multiple Choice

Which quotation from the passage supports the claim that biomass is environmentally beneficial?

• “Trees, grasses, flowers, weeds, and seaweeds—if it’s vegetation, it’s biomass.” (paragraph 1)

• “These days, we’re miles beyond using biomass only to heat dwellings and cook food.” (paragraph 2)

• “Today we’re processing biomass to make fuel gas, called biogas…” (paragraph 3)

• “Biomass fuels take care of their own carbon dioxide emissions.” (paragraph 8)

Multiple Choice

In paragraph 11, how does the phrase “a workhorse in the world of electricity production” impact the meaning and tone of the passage?

• by emphasizing the author’s certainty that biomass will become an affordable power source in the future

• by emphasizing the author’s confidence that biomass will become a diverse power source in the future

• by emphasizing the author’s excitement that biomass will become a popular power source in the future

• by emphasizing the author’s hope that biomass will become a dependable power source in the future

Multiple Choice

Part A: How does the author support the claim that biomass is environmentally beneficial?

• by citing the lack of carbon dioxide emissions produced by biomass

• by clarifying the different types of plant material that comprise biomass

• by explaining how biomass is generated and converted into energy

• by providing information about the applications for which biomass can be used

Multiple Choice

Part B: Which quotation supports the answer in Part A?

• “Trees, grasses, flowers, weeds, and seaweeds—if it’s vegetation, it’s biomass.” (paragraph 1)

• “These days, we’re miles beyond using biomass only to heat dwellings and cook food.” (paragraph 2)

• “Today we’re processing biomass to make fuel gas, called biogas…” (paragraph 3)

• “Biomass fuels take care of their own carbon dioxide emissions.” (paragraph 8)

Multiple Choice

Which sentence includes a gerund as the subject of the sentence?

• Because of her fair skin, wearing sunscreen is especially important for Charlotte.

• After school, many of the students were playing outside on the playground.

• Wearing his pajamas, the sick boy moped around the house all day.

• My mom had hoped to come to my game, but she missed it because she was working.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence uses a verb in active voice?

• The application was accepted despite its late arrival.

• At the hospital, Liam’s injury was treated and bandaged.

• Even at puppy training classes, the dog behaved poorly.

• Both vehicles were severely damaged in the accident.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence uses passive voice appropriately?

• When the classroom was entered by the substitute, the seats were clamored to by the kids.

• Unfortunately, I am not able to carpool this week because my car has been driven to Miami.

• A resort was rented by my parents for the week, and we were taken there on an airplane.

• When I walked outside this morning, I was devastated to discover my bike was stolen.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence uses only active voice?

• Our dog eyed the front door and barked excitedly when she caught sight of us.

• The fish had been schooling and feeding earlier, but they never struck a lure.

• The customers are served better by people trained to solve technical issues.

• Ryan was the last to finish the marathon, and he was greeted with a cheer.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence does not use a passive form of voice?

• The roof was repaired by a construction crew.

• Washington D.C. has been visited by many international officials over the years.

• Dinner will be finished by 6:00 p.m.

• I will be washing my car tomorrow.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence uses passive voice appropriately?

• When the classroom was entered by the substitute, the seats were clamored to by the kids.

• Unfortunately, I am not able to carpool this week because my car has been driven to Miami.

• A resort was rented by my parents for the week, and we were taken there on an airplane.

• When I walked outside this morning, I was devastated to discover my bike was stolen.

Multiple Choice

Read this quote from Groucho Marx. "Fruit flies like a banana. "What figure of speech does the quote represent?

• irony

• pun

• metaphor

• personification

Multiple Choice

Read this sentence: During the case, the lawyer used her words as weapons of devestation to the defendents case. Now read this sentence: The police officer used his weapon to protect himself when in danger. What is the common relationship of the meaning of the word " weapon " in both sentences?

• Weapons can be both words and material items that can protect and attack a person.

• Weapons are always harmful no matter how they are used.

• Weapons should never be used as words.

• All weapons are material items.

Multiple Choice

Read this sentence: The little boy was told not to handle anything in the china store. Now read this sentence: The little girl was unable to handle riding the roller coaster for a third time. What is the relationship of the meaning of the word handle as used in the sentences?

• to interact in a certain way

• to pick up and carry

• to touch

• to control

Multiple Choice

Read this sentence: The student council is going to establish a speech club. Now read this sentence: The teacher is going to establish the procedure for her class on the first day of school. What is the common meaning of the word establish as used in both sentences?

• to eliminate something

• to keep something going

• to set up or begin something

• to believe in something

Multiple Choice

Read these four sentences: 1. The student raised her hand and requested to go to the office. 2. The student raised her hand and demanded to go to the office. 3. The student raised her hand and begged to go to the office. 4. The student raised her hand and asked to go to the office. Which sentence reveals a negative attitude in the student's tone?

• sentence 1

• sentence 2

• sentence 3

• sentence 4