2018 ELA State Test Session 1

15 Which phrase best describes how the article develops the idea presented in paragraph 2?

• by providing counterarguments

• by offering solutions to the problem

• by discussing personal experiences

• by introducing research results

16. The use of quotation marks around the work "relaxing" in paragraph 4 suggests that

• some activities hinder true relaxation

• deep sleep helps on experience true relaxation

• teens do not value activities that give true relaxation

• blue light helps one experience true relaxation

17 Which statement best describes how the section "Hello, Night Owl!" supports a central idea of the article?

• It describes an important cause and effect relationship

• It creates an effective comparison and contrast between ideas.

• It provides evidence that disproves a popular theory.

• It presents a counterargument to the initial claim.

18 Which idea would be most important to include in a summary of the article?

• "Screens for television, games, computers, tablets, e-readers, and sell phones give off blue light" (paragraph 4)

• "Caffeine from sodas and energy drinks makes matters words." (paragraph 6)

• "For one thing, lack of sleep makes it harder to pay attention." (paragraph 10)

• "One study found that the more sleep people got, the more likely people were to find them attractive." (paragraph 17)

19 Which claim from the article is most strongly supported with evidence?

• "Even without modern technology, though, teens shift their circadian rhythm." (paragraph 7)

• "The rest of the world doesn't shift, however." (paragraph 9)

• "Lack of sleep could hurt mental health." (paragraph 12)

• "Lots of issues remain from sleep researchers to explore." (paragraph 20)

20 Which sentence form the article best shows the author's point of view?

• "Blame your brain, at lest in part." (paragraph 1)

• "And that's a serious public health problem." (paragraph 9)

• "Crankiness can result, especially if you don't feel well."(paragraph 14)

• "And you can't easily change you body's natural circadian rhythm." (paragraph 21)

21 Which paragraph best summarizes a central idea from the article?

• paragraph 1

• paragraph 3

• paragraph 20

• paragraph 21

22 What does the phrase "collect his thoughts" tell the reader about Ohkwa'ri in paragraph 1?

• he is memorizing a speech

• he is expecting an argument.

• he is hesitant to express disagreement

• he is preparing to say something important

23 How does the forest setting shape the action that are described in paragraph 11?

• the setting causes a person to move quickly.

• the setting requires a person to be very careful.

• the setting requires a person to be extremely quiet.

• the setting causes a person to behave nervously.

24 Which important idea does the author develop in paragraph 13?

• respecting privacy is a problem in the community.

• sharing helps people in the community.

• acquiring wealth is valued in the community.

• hiding useful objects prevents loss for the community.