Unit 2B Review

What is the most likely reason the author begins the text with the ideas in paragraph 1?

• to explain the definition of a drought

• to list the problems that droughts cause for people

• to suggest that Texans should not grow plants during a drought

• to describe the main reason that droughts occur in Texas

Which is the correct meaning for the word tolerant in paragraph 7?

• caring about the beliefs of others

• patient

• able to survive

• kind and forgiving

which word or word help determine the meaning of the word conserve?

the author wrote this selection mainly to-

The author organizes the information in this passage by-

• explaining the causes and effects of drought

• providing instructions on how to survive a drought

• describing one of the worst droughts in history

• highlighting the reasons why people should conserve water

which of the following is a key idea from the passage?

• wild animals do well during a drought

• trumpet vines make gardens grow

• Hot and dry summers can cause drought

• rivers and lakes are full during a drought

what is the key idea from paragraphs 3 and 4?

• drought can affect the supply of water

• ponds can disappear in a drought

• people get water from lakes and underground water supplies

• people should conserve water

Which definition entry for the word bend?

• shape or force something straight into a curve

• move a jointed part of the body to an angled position

• forced to change or be swayed

• devote one's energy to a task

Which definition entry for the word dense?

• a rock formation closely compacted in substance

• being crowded closely together

• describing an unintelligent person

• hard to understand because of complex ideas