Apex Unit 4 Review

Which is most clearly a supporting detail sentence?

If you live near an active volcano, your best chance of surviving an eruption is to be prepared. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recommends that families maintain an emergency supply kit with first aid and day-to-day essentials. You can get the whole family to help you put the kit together. That will help everyone remember where it is and what kinds of supplies are in it. Once you prepare, you'll know what to do when disaster strikes.

• If you live near an active volcano, your best chance of surviving an eruption is to be prepared.

• The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recommends that families maintain an emergency supply kit with first aid and day-to-day essentials.

• You can get the whole family to help you put the kit together.

• Once you prepare, you'll know what to do when disaster strikes.

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Which is most clearly a supporting detail sentence?

If you're wondering whether or not you live near a volcano, you're in luck. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) keeps track of active volcanoes all around the Ring of Fire, such as Mt. Kilauea in Hawaii and Mt. Shishaldin in Alaska. This information can help you find out if you're at a high risk of witnessing an eruption and, as a result, coming into harm's way due to the many dangers that volcanoes present. The USGS records many other at-risk locations as well, so you can find out how risky your location is with just a little research.

• If you're wondering whether or not you live near a volcano, you're in luck.

• The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) keeps track of active volcanoes all around the Ring of Fire, such as Mt. Kilauea in Hawaii and Mt. Shishaldin in Alaska.

• This information can help you find out if you're at a high risk of witnessing an eruption and, as a result, coming into harm's way due to the many dangers that volcanoes present.

• The USGS records many other at-risk locations as well, so you can find out how risky your location is with just a little research.

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1.) You might think that staying safe during the eruption of a volcano is just a matter of hiding under a table and hoping your house doesn't catch on fire. Nothing could be further from the truth. Surviving a volcanic eruption is a matter of understanding how volcanoes most commonly affect people, being prepared, and following some easy guidelines.

2.) Volcanic activity may be scary, but it is the result of simple and very natural geological processes. Volcanoes are holes in the Earth's crust where substances from beneath the surface, such as hot gases and molten rock, can escape. "You can think of a volcano as a paper cut or a pimple on the Earth," says volcanologist Roberta Alvarez. "They're usually not a big deal on the scale of the whole planet, but they're a big deal to us." Sometimes these eruptions can be small and ongoing, such as the Mt. Kilauea eruption in Hawaii that has been occurring since 1983. Other times, as was the case with Mt. St. Helens in Oregon, the eruptions are abrupt and violent. When the lava and ash emitted from a volcano cool and harden, they gradually form mountains.

3.) If you're wondering whether or not you live near one of these mountains, you're in luck. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) keeps track of active volcanoes all around the Ring of Fire, which is the area of high volcanic activity that forms the border of the Pacific Ocean. Some of the most worrisome volcanoes in the United States are Mt. Kilauea in Hawaii and Mt. Shishaldin in Alaska. The USGS records many other at-risk locations as well, so you can find out how risky your location is with just a little research.

4.) If you're one of the people who lives near a volcano, you should be aware of several dangers that these forces of nature present. The most dramatic danger is molten lava that flows down the sides of the mountains. "Although lava moves slowly enough for most people to escape from it on foot," says Alvarez, "it's a precursor to a much more dangerous threat: wildfires." Volcanoes also tend to spew huge amounts of ash into the atmosphere, which can affect areas hundreds of miles away from the eruption and can make breathing difficult for babies and people with lung problems, according to the National Asthma Society (NAS). The ash can also be so thick that it buries houses.

5.) If you live near an active volcano, your best chance of surviving an eruption is to be prepared. The Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, recommends that families maintain an emergency supply kit with first aid and day-to-day essentials. Families should also create a plan to gather in an agreed-upon location if phone or Internet service is down. Once you account for everyone in your family, follow the designated evacuation route to get away from the volcano quickly and carefully.

6.) In other words, stay calm and be prepared. Advice that would be suited to practically any disaster will help you weather a volcanic eruption as well. All you need is a little understanding, a little planning, and a little patience, and you should come out all right.

Which is the best example of an analysis paragraph in the essay?

• Paragraph 1

• Paragraph 2

• Paragraph 3

• Paragraph 5

1.) You might think that staying safe during the eruption of a volcano is just a matter of hiding under a table and hoping your house doesn't catch on fire. Nothing could be further from the truth. Surviving a volcanic eruption is a matter of understanding how volcanoes most commonly affect people, being prepared, and following some easy guidelines.

2.) Volcanic activity may be scary, but it is the result of simple and very natural geological processes. Volcanoes are holes in the Earth's crust where substances from beneath the surface, such as hot gases and molten rock, can escape. "You can think of a volcano as a paper cut or a pimple on the Earth," says volcanologist Roberta Alvarez. "They're usually not a big deal on the scale of the whole planet, but they're a big deal to us." Sometimes these eruptions can be small and ongoing, such as the Mt. Kilauea eruption in Hawaii that has been occurring since 1983. Other times, as was the case with Mt. St. Helens in Oregon, the eruptions are abrupt and violent. When the lava and ash emitted from a volcano cool and harden, they gradually form mountains.

3.) If you're wondering whether or not you live near one of these mountains, you're in luck. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) keeps track of active volcanoes all around the Ring of Fire, which is the area of high volcanic activity that forms the border of the Pacific Ocean. Some of the most worrisome volcanoes in the United States are Mt. Kilauea in Hawaii and Mt. Shishaldin in Alaska. The USGS records many other at-risk locations as well, so you can find out how risky your location is with just a little research.

4.) If you're one of the people who lives near a volcano, you should be aware of several dangers that these forces of nature present. The most dramatic danger is molten lava that flows down the sides of the mountains. "Although lava moves slowly enough for most people to escape from it on foot," says Alvarez, "it's a precursor to a much more dangerous threat: wildfires." Volcanoes also tend to spew huge amounts of ash into the atmosphere, which can affect areas hundreds of miles away from the eruption and can make breathing difficult for babies and people with lung problems, according to the National Asthma Society (NAS). The ash can also be so thick that it buries houses.

5.) If you live near an active volcano, your best chance of surviving an eruption is to be prepared. The Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, recommends that families maintain an emergency supply kit with first aid and day-to-day essentials. Families should also create a plan to gather in an agreed-upon location if phone or Internet service is down. Once you account for everyone in your family, follow the designated evacuation route to get away from the volcano quickly and carefully.

6.) In other words, stay calm and be prepared. Advice that would be suited to practically any disaster will help you weather a volcanic eruption as well. All you need is a little understanding, a little planning, and a little patience, and you should come out all right.

Which is the best example of a description paragraph in the essay?

• Paragraph 3

• Paragraph 4

• Paragraph 5

• Paragraph 6

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1.) You might think that staying safe during the eruption of a volcano is just a matter of hiding under a table and hoping your house doesn't catch on fire. Nothing could be further from the truth. Surviving a volcanic eruption is a matter of understanding how volcanoes most commonly affect people, being prepared, and following some easy guidelines.

2.) Volcanic activity may be scary, but it is the result of simple and very natural geological processes. Volcanoes are holes in the Earth's crust where substances from beneath the surface, such as hot gases and molten rock, can escape. "You can think of a volcano as a paper cut or a pimple on the Earth," says volcanologist Roberta Alvarez. "They're usually not a big deal on the scale of the whole planet, but they're a big deal to us." Sometimes these eruptions can be small and ongoing, such as the Mt. Kilauea eruption in Hawaii that has been occurring since 1983. Other times, as was the case with Mt. St. Helens in Oregon, the eruptions are abrupt and violent. When the lava and ash emitted from a volcano cool and harden, they gradually form mountains.

3.) If you're wondering whether or not you live near one of these mountains, you're in luck. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) keeps track of active volcanoes all around the Ring of Fire, which is the area of high volcanic activity that forms the border of the Pacific Ocean. Some of the most worrisome volcanoes in the United States are Mt. Kilauea in Hawaii and Mt. Shishaldin in Alaska. The USGS records many other at-risk locations as well, so you can find out how risky your location is with just a little research.

4.) If you're one of the people who lives near a volcano, you should be aware of several dangers that these forces of nature present. The most dramatic danger is molten lava that flows down the sides of the mountains. "Although lava moves slowly enough for most people to escape from it on foot," says Alvarez, "it's a precursor to a much more dangerous threat: wildfires." Volcanoes also tend to spew huge amounts of ash into the atmosphere, which can affect areas hundreds of miles away from the eruption and can make breathing difficult for babies and people with lung problems, according to the National Asthma Society (NAS). The ash can also be so thick that it buries houses.

5.) If you live near an active volcano, your best chance of surviving an eruption is to be prepared. The Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, recommends that families maintain an emergency supply kit with first aid and day-to-day essentials. Families should also create a plan to gather in an agreed-upon location if phone or Internet service is down. Once you account for everyone in your family, follow the designated evacuation route to get away from the volcano quickly and carefully.

6.) In other words, stay calm and be prepared. Advice that would be suited to practically any disaster will help you weather a volcanic eruption as well. All you need is a little understanding, a little planning, and a little patience, and you should come out all right.

Which statement best explains how paragraph 1 makes the essay clearer?

• It previews the different topics about volcanoes that the essay will cover.

• It provides background information about volcanoes that gives the essay context.

• It uses an alarming tone to make the threat of volcanoes more real to the reader.

• It catches the reader's attention by comparing volcanoes with other disasters.

1.) You might think that staying safe during the eruption of a volcano is just a matter of hiding under a table and hoping your house doesn't catch on fire. Nothing could be further from the truth. Surviving a volcanic eruption is a matter of understanding how volcanoes most commonly affect people, being prepared, and following some easy guidelines.

2.) Volcanic activity may be scary, but it is the result of simple and very natural geological processes. Volcanoes are holes in the Earth's crust where substances from beneath the surface, such as hot gases and molten rock, can escape. "You can think of a volcano as a paper cut or a pimple on the Earth," says volcanologist Roberta Alvarez. "They're usually not a big deal on the scale of the whole planet, but they're a big deal to us." Sometimes these eruptions can be small and ongoing, such as the Mt. Kilauea eruption in Hawaii that has been occurring since 1983. Other times, as was the case with Mt. St. Helens in Oregon, the eruptions are abrupt and violent. When the lava and ash emitted from a volcano cool and harden, they gradually form mountains.

3.) If you're wondering whether or not you live near one of these mountains, you're in luck. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) keeps track of active volcanoes all around the Ring of Fire, which is the area of high volcanic activity that forms the border of the Pacific Ocean. Some of the most worrisome volcanoes in the United States are Mt. Kilauea in Hawaii and Mt. Shishaldin in Alaska. The USGS records many other at-risk locations as well, so you can find out how risky your location is with just a little research.

4.) If you're one of the people who lives near a volcano, you should be aware of several dangers that these forces of nature present. The most dramatic danger is molten lava that flows down the sides of the mountains. "Although lava moves slowly enough for most people to escape from it on foot," says Alvarez, "it's a precursor to a much more dangerous threat: wildfires." Volcanoes also tend to spew huge amounts of ash into the atmosphere, which can affect areas hundreds of miles away from the eruption and can make breathing difficult for babies and people with lung problems, according to the National Asthma Society (NAS). The ash can also be so thick that it buries houses.

5.) If you live near an active volcano, your best chance of surviving an eruption is to be prepared. The Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, recommends that families maintain an emergency supply kit with first aid and day-to-day essentials. Families should also create a plan to gather in an agreed-upon location if phone or Internet service is down. Once you account for everyone in your family, follow the designated evacuation route to get away from the volcano quickly and carefully.

6.) In other words, stay calm and be prepared. Advice that would be suited to practically any disaster will help you weather a volcanic eruption as well. All you need is a little understanding, a little planning, and a little patience, and you should come out all right.

Which statement best explains how paragraph 6 makes the essay clearer?

• It summarizes the volcano-related topics covered earlier in the essay.

• It leaves the reader with a sense of urgency about the dangers of volcanoes.

• It introduces details about volcanoes that help develop the main topic.

• It elaborates on the reasons the author chose to focus on volcanoes.

Read the following passage:

There is traffic on our roads. By next year, a Department of Transportation study shows, there will be twice as many cars on the road as there are now. In 10 years, that number will be even larger.

Which statement best evaluates the use of a claim and evidence?

• The passage does not have a strong claim but does contain relevant evidence.

• The passage has a strong claim that is not backed up by relevant evidence.

• The passage has a strong claim backed up by relevant evidence.

• The passage does not have a strong claim and does not contain any relevant evidence.

Read the following passage:

The town of Parkville has 12 gas stations. It also has 16 parking lots. A large number of commuters pass through daily on the way to Cedar City.

Which statement best evaluates the use of a claim and evidence?

• The passage does not have a claim and does not contain any sound reasoning.

• The passage has a strong claim that is not backed up by sound reasoning.

• The passage does not have a claim but does contain sound reasoning.

• The passage has a strong claim backed up by sound reasoning.

Which of the following is an opinion?

• Coffee is a much better morning drink than tea.

• Tea originally came from India.

• There are more coffee shops in the country than fast food restaurants.

• Tea does not dehydrate the body like coffee does.

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Which of the following is an opinion?

• We will remember this as the best summer of our lives.

• My brother and I went to three different water parks this summer.

• The weather was so hot that many people wore shorts every day.

• Dad saved up enough money to buy a boat for the lake.

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