Ban the Ban/Soda's a Problem, but...

Why is Michael Bloomberg mentioned in both "Ban the Ban!" and "Soda's a Problem but  . . ."?

• He was a three-term mayor of New York City.
  
• He tried to implement a law banning large sodas.
  
• He appointed the members of the New York Board of Health.
  
• He implemented a law banning smoking in public places in New York City.

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CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

Which of the following ideas are suggested in both "Ban the Ban!" and "Soda's a Problem but . . ."? Choose two options.

• The government should be more eager to get involved in people's choices.
  
• Taking away the option of purchasing a certain size soda is not right or legal.
  
• People have no control when given the option to consume sugar, especially sugary drinks.
  
• Placing a ban on smoking in public places is understandable because it poses a danger.
  

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CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

According to "Soda's a Problem but . . ." how does the proposed law regulating soda size differ from the smoking ban that was implemented? Choose two options.

• Public smoking poses a danger to others, whereas drinking soda does not.
  
• The smoking ban had full public support, but the soda regulations were opposed.
  
• People are able to control their urge to smoke but are compelled to drink large-sized sugary drinks.
  
• The smoking ban limits where smoking can take place, not how many cigarettes can be purchased at one time.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.3

According to "Soda's a Problem, but…," which is a main reason the ban on large sodas failed to be approved?

• Mayor Bloomberg wanted to implement the law statewide.
  
• Fruit juice, especially apple juice, has as many calories as soda.
  
• The number of contradictions within the law made it impossible to enact.
  
• People who really wanted more soda could simply buy two smaller drinks.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

If a plan is implemented, which of the following must be true?

• The plan is a good idea.
  
• People voted on the plan.
  
• The plan is carried out.
  
• People will question the plan.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

Which word means the same as intentions in this sentence?
          Paul has good intentions, but in spite of being well-meaning, he rarely completes a project.

• goals
• beliefs
• friends
• tools

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following most clearly presents a reason for someone to intervene? Base your answer on the meaning of intervene.

• to stop kids from fighting over a toy
  
• to show interest in a new hobby or activity
  
• to ask an adult for permission to do something
  
• to question whether a person is telling the truth

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CCSS.RI.8.4

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B.
Part A
Which is the best evaluation of the support given for the claim in "Ban the Ban!"?

• The reasoning is sound and the evidence is relevant.
  
• The reasoning is logical but more relevant evidence is needed.
  
• The reasoning is questionable but the evidence is relevant.
  
• The reasoning is unsound and the evidence is irrelevant.
  

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.W.8.1B

CCSS.W.8.9B

Part B
Which of the following quotations from the text provide the best example of the answer to Part A?

• I respect being given information that enables me to make an informed decision.
  
• I agree wholeheartedly that obesity is an issue that needs to be addressed.
  
• Remember the days when New York was a really cool and fun place to live?
  
• Well, it is our responsibility to fight back too.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

The following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B.
Part A
Which best describes how the author of "Soda's a Problem but . . ." feels about the soda ban?

• She finds the politician supporting it admirable.
  
• She does not think it will be very helpful.
  
• She thinks it is a worthy goal of government.
  
• She believes it is full of inconsistencies.
  

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CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9