ESOL II Practice

In a spell of dry weather, when the Birds could find very little to drink, a thirsty Crow found a pitcher with a little water in it. But the pitcher was high and had a narrow neck, and no matter how he tried, the Crow could not reach the water. The poor thing felt as if he would die of thirst. Then an idea came to him. Picking up some small pebbles, he dropped them into the pitcher one by one. With each pebble the water rose a little higher until at last it was near enough so he could drink.
What is the theme?

• be persistent
• be honest
• always share with others
• respect your family

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

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What is the theme of the poem below? (RL.1.2)

• Indifference will kill humanity

• Desire rules over thought

• Hatred rules over reason

• There are two powerful forces that have the potential to destroy mankind

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What does fire likely symbolize? Use textual evidence to support your reasoning. (RL.1.1)

• Widespread disease. "Some say the world will end in fire..."

• Love or desire. "From what I’ve tasted of desire /

  I hold with those who favor fire."

• Hatred. "I think I know enough of hate..."

• Indifference. "Ice...is also great / And would suffice."

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.4

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What does ice likely symbolize? Use textual evidence to support your reasoning. (RL.1.1)

• The inevitability of death. "But if it had to perish twice..."

• Hatred. "I think I know enough of hate / To say that for destruction ice / Is also great."

• Indifference. "And would suffice."

• The only force that can quench fire. "Some say the world will end in fire / Some say in ice."

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.4

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What is the theme of the poem below? (RL.1.2)

• Love is eternal.

• Love is fleeting, like the lifespan of a rose.

• Love is fragile, like a rose's petals.

• Love is a heavy burden to bear.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does "objective" mean?

• No opinions or reactions, just the facts.

• Giving your personal reflections on the topic.

• No statistics used to support the idea.

• Having plenty of evidence to support your opinion.

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What things should not be included in an objective summary?

• Supporting ideas and opinions

• The word "I," your opinion, cited text evidence

• Facts and Statistics

• The author's name and title of the article

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

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Which of the following is the better objective summary of The Lion King?

• This Disney animated feature follows the adventures of the young lion Simba, the heir of his father, Mufasa. Simba's wicked uncle, Scar, plots to usurp Mufasa's throne by luring father and son into a stampede of wildebeests. But Simba escapes, and only Mufasa is killed. Simba returns as an adult to take back his homeland from Scar with the help of his friends Timon and Pumbaa.
• In a tear jerker story, a young lion, Simba, becomes the victim of his cruel Uncle Scar’s plot to take the throne. After finding himself with the help of his friends Timon and Pumbaa, Simba heroically returns to Pride Rock where he overpowers Scar. While the film is charming and inspiring, the likelihood of a vegetarian lion beating his dominant uncle in a fight is hard to swallow.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

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Which of the following is the better objective summary for the Return of Shark Week?

• For one week every year, the Discovery Channel features Shark Week. While its original purpose was to raise awareness for sharks, it has lost its purpose and is now more entertainment-oriented programming. It should be criticized for airing programs mainly just to do with the Great White Shark for the sake of views and popularity. Unfortunately, Shark Week has too many shows like Megalodon: The Monster Shark Lives, Shark of Darkness: Wrath of Submarine, Monster Hammerhead.
• Shark Week is an annual, week-long programming block created by Tom Golden on Discovery Channel which features shark-based programming, real and fictional. Held normally in July or August, Shark Week was originally developed to raise awareness and respect for sharks. Since then it has evolved into more entertainment-oriented programming. Shark Week has also attracted criticism by airing programs mainly just to do with the Great White Shark for the sake of views and popularity. It is the longest-running cable television programming event in history.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

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How does setting contribute to plot?

• Tucker is from Morehead City.

• The setting is near the ocean and the conflict is caused by the weather and ocean.

• Calico Creek is an interesting place.

• The setting has flounder and the narrator loves flounder.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

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