Daylight Savings Practice CFA

The author sets a tone of disapproval for Daylight Saving Time. In paragraph #4 shown below, underline FOUR words that have a disapproving feeling tone.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

Which sentence from the text BEST expresses the author’s view of Daylight Savings Time?

• Those who came up with the idea thought a little daylight in the evening would be beneficial.

• You’re more likely to get in an accident, have a heart attack, or feel all discombobulated for a week straight after you fiddle with your clocks.

• However, not everyone is in favor of Daylight Savings Time.

• I personally think we should make the next Daylight Savings Time the actual Standard Time and then leave the clocks alone thereafter.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

In the 3rd firsthand account quoted in paragraph #7, what is the meaning of “feel all discombobulated”?

• to feel out of sorts, yucky, or confused about times

• experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight

• interested in what is not one's own business

• marked by or given to small uncontrollable bodily movements

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the author’s MOST LIKELY purpose in writing this article?

• to analyze the pros and cons of Daylight Savings Time

• to build a case for the elimination of Daylight Savings Time

• to describe the benefits of Daylight Savings Time

• to encourage young people to learn more about Daylight Savings Time

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

With which sentence would the author MOST LIKELY agree?

• Studies have found that more natural light can help improve safety on roads and reduce pedestrian fatalities by up to 13%.

• But at the end of the day, changing the clocks every six months is such a struggle and comes with its own concerns.

• Some studies suggest a decrease in productivity and increase in economic costs due to lack of sleep hygiene during DST.

• After finishing work or school most people really love that they can go home and spend an extra hour in the sun.

In what way is Daylight Saving Time a “pet peeve” (par. 7) for some people? Provide 3 reasons.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2