Extreme Sports
Authored by Devin Loke
English
6th - 7th Grade
CCSS covered
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How are the 2 texts (“Should Kids Do Extreme Sports?” and “The Science of Thrill-Seeking”) similar?
They are both about thrill-seeking activities.
They both try to convince you not to do thrill-seeking activities.
They both use emotion when using details.
They both focus on the negativity of sports.
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CCSS.RI.6.7
CCSS.RI.7.7
CCSS.RL.6.9
CCSS.RL.7.7
CCSS.RL.8.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which line from the text best expresses a central idea of “Should Kids Do Extreme Sports?”
“. . . extreme athletes suffered about 4 million injuries between 2000 and 2011.”
“. . . some kids attempt stunts way beyond their skill level.”
“There’s no doubt that extreme sports are thrilling. But these thrills can come at a high price.”
“Jett has not returned to the MegaRamp but hopes to one day.”
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CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which line from the text expresses a central idea of “The Science of Thrill-Seeking”?
“...scientists say that your willingness to take risks increases during your teen years.”
“Experts say it may have to do with how our brain works.”
“Well, even 200,000 years ago, too much risk-taking could get you killed.”
“Falling on your head hurts.”
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CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which statement is supported by information in both “Should Kids Do Extreme Sports?” and “The Science of Thrill-Seeking”?
Compared with other people, thrill-seekers may be more sensitive to dopamine.
Adolescents tend to be more willing than adults to take risks.
Extreme sports can help kids become confident and healthy.
No one should do extreme sports.
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CCSS.RI.6.7
CCSS.RI.7.7
CCSS.RL.6.9
CCSS.RL.7.7
CCSS.RL.8.7
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the texts, how does age affect risk-taking?
Kids are less likely to consider the dangers in an activity, and they may be more inspired to attempt a stunt that they do not have the skills to do.
Adults have a higher tolerance for risk and danger.
Teens do not listen to anyone, so they will most likely participate in something with danger.
Older adults have more wisdom and do not take risks, no matter how tempting or fun they may seem.
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CCSS.RI.6.7
CCSS.RI.7.7
CCSS.RL.6.9
CCSS.RL.7.7
CCSS.RI.8.7
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to “Should Kids Do Extreme Sports,” what are the benefits of extreme sports?
Extreme sports encourage risk-taking behaviors and are just fun.
Extreme sports can build kids’ imaginations, confidence, and help kids find a passion.
Extreme sports have absolutely no benefits.
Extreme sports keep kids out of trouble and make kids want to go school.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Reread the following statement: “Clearly, we’re not all using the same scale to weigh risks and rewards . . .” What does the writer mean by this statement?
Not all scales work.
Some people enjoy weighing things.
Risks and rewards can be weighed easily.
Some people are more willing than others to take risks.
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CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.2.6
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