Sibling Face-off

What does the author mean when she says siblings can be like the paparazzi?  

• They take photos of you doing all kinds of things and then share them publicly.
• They’re always documenting your actions and sharing them with others.
• They’reinyourfaceallthetime,constantlypesteringyouandannoyingyou.
• None of the abov

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The author explains how some sibling pairs have the “me too!” problem in which one sibling always wants to tag along. What does she propose is the solution to this? 

• Talk to your parents and ask them to explain to your sibling that sometimes you need and want some privacy with your friends. 
• Give your sibling positive attention, and don’t just always yell at them to get away. 
• Both of the above 
•   None of the above 

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Which of the following conclusions about sibling relationships is supported by the passage?  

• Siblings face many problems and challenges with one another, and these always lead to altercations. 
• You shouldn’t fight or get annoyed with your siblings. 
• Each sibling relationship is different,so you really can’t draw many conclusions.
• They are undoubtedly challenging, but also special and wonderful. 

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Read the following sentences and answer the question below: “However, if a brother or a sister is constantly in contest mode, it can cause hostility. To nix the competitiveness, avoid bragging too much and be willing to congratulate your sister on her accomplishments.” What does the word hostility mean? 

• peace or truce
• anger or conflict
• comparisons or competitiveness
•  abuse 

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The primary purpose of this passage is to describe 

•  the challenges involved with sibling relationships as well as potential solutions 
• all the types of fights siblings tend to have with one another during their childhoods 
•  why birth order matters, and what your birth order says about your personality traits
• what parents should do to help alleviate some of the challenges and potential fights that siblings have 

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According to the passage, the older sibling might feel it’s totally fair and appropriate to get a later curfew and bigger allowance as an older sibling, and that when you’re older you too will get them. 

• True
• False

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James Crist suggests that you show your parents you’re mature enough to handle responsibilities (do well in school, complete your chores without reminders, and make good, mature decisions) if you want more privileges.

• True
• False

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The question below is an incomplete sentence. Choose the word that best completes the sentence.
 ________ younger siblings try to show off in front of their older siblings’ friends, older siblings get annoyed when younger siblings follow them around when they have friends over.

• So
• Because
•  But
•  In contrast 

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The group of people in the image are likely to have a curfew.

• True
• False

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This would be an accurate summary of the passage:
The author of “Sibling Face-Off” describes the challenges inherent in sibling relationships and offers suggested solutions and coping mechanisms for each challenge presented. 

• True
• False

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