Vaughn Final Exam Review

What does the word skittering mean in this sentence from the text? "We saw tadpoles skittering around in the puddles."

• easily frightened

• skimming the surface

• sliding in and out of the water

• behaving dramatically

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

How does the setting of the tadpole story change the plot?

• The family enjoys seeing rescued tadpoles swimming in the pond.

• The family likes to rescue frogs when they visit the beach.

• The family likes to swim at the pool and rescue frogs.

• The family finds tadpoles at the riverbank that need to be rescued.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

What information did the author of "Rescuing Tadpoles" include to show that the tadpoles were in danger even if they stayed in the puddles?

• a description of the tadpoles' appearance

• a description of the outdoor temperature

• . a description of the dead tadpoles

• a description of the rescue operation

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Read this sentence: "While he was gone, May, Mom, and I transplanted tadpoles to the river, their little bodies flipping around inside our cupped hands as we hurried across the beach."

What is the purpose of imagery as used in the sentence above?

• to show the reader that transplants are difficult

• to help the reader picture how helpless the tadpoles are

• to help the reader picture what the helpful family looked like

• to show the reader that tadpoles need to live in water

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Read this sentence: "Because they live near the river, the family learns that ___________." According to the statement above, which option correctly explains how the setting affects the resolution of the conflict?

• they should not interact with creatures in the wild

• getting messy and smelly sometimes can be fun

• taking care of the creatures in their natural habitat is important

• teamwork and determination make a difference

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

Read the following excerpt from "The Wild, Wild 2." "Usually comets, such as Halley's Comet, are thought to be similar to dirty snowballs or loose collections of ice and debris. When they approach the sun's radiating heat, comets normally start to melt. However, when Stardust approached Wild 2, jets of gas and outward shooting dust struck it violently."

Which word signifies that there is a CONTRAST between the two comets?

• usually

• normally

• when

• however

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

Read the following sentences from the passage: "Features like these have never been seen on comets," Chief Project Scientist, Dr. Brownlee commented."

Which text feature, if added to the passage, would best clarify the idea that the Wild 2 is different from most other comets?

• a table summarizing the key features of Wild 2

• a diagram with labels explaining the structure of Wild 2

• a timeline summarizing the major discoveries made about Haley's Comet

• a photograph of Wild 2 and a photograph of Haley's Comet placed side by side

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

What does the word penetrated mean as it is used in the following sentence? "A dozen particles penetrated the outer layer of Stardust's protective shielding."

• pierced

• struck

• scattered

• wounded

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which statement from "The Wild, Wild 2"supports the proposition that the Stardust should be renamed the Cometdust?

• A dozen particles penetrated the outer layer of stardust's protective shielding

• . Scientists expected to find a loose collection of ice and debris in the rough shape of a giant snowball

• Some of the columns stand 300 feet high with jagged edges and enormous overhangs implying that the comet is hard and rigid.

• Its 101–pound return capsule, carrying its precious cargo, Wild 2's dust, will parachute and land in the Utah desert.

Which conclusion about Wild 2 is BEST supported by evidence provided in the text?

• Wild 2 caused scientists to reconsider what they thought they knew about comets.

• Wild 2 was renamed based on the discoveries that were made by Stardust.

• Wild 2 was like Halley's comet

• Wild 2 completely destroyed Stardust.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.1