Which sentence is correct according to the passage?

A. Paola’s sister wants to watch TV instead of playing on the computer.

B. Paola’s sister wants to watch TV and never play on the computer.

C. Paola’s sister wants to watch TV after playing on the computer.

D. Paola’s sister wants to watch TV and play on the computer.

When can Paola and her sister play on the computer?

C. after both girls finish their chores

B. after the girls clean their rooms

D. after Paola’s sister finishes on the computer

Choose the question that can be answered correctly with the information from the passage.

D. Who wants to play on the computer?

B. Is Paola’s sister’s room clean?

C. What is Paola’s sister’s name?

Read these lines from stanza 1 of the poem. “And here I mean to stand, / As long as the Nile flows along,” The author repeats “As long as the Nile flows along” in stanza 5 to emphasize —

C. the long existence of the pyramid.

A. the location of the pyramid.

B. the fact that the Nile is a river.

D. the continuous movement of the river.

Which detail BEST suggests that the father is an experienced captain?

D. He has traveled to faraway places.

A. He has a square sail on his boat.

B. He is sailing with his young son.

C. He is singing about what he sees.

The Pyramid’s Song I stand with pride in the sand. And here I mean to stand, As long as the Nile flows along, As long as the waters flow strong. When I was young and gleamed bright A boat sailed by me one night. It had a square and finely made sail That the starlight showed shadowy pale. A beaming captain stood singing a song. He sang, “I have sailed far and sailed long, And never have seen such a sight As I see on the Nile tonight.” And a young boy with eyes opened wide Stood laughing by his bold father’s side. “Oh, father, teach me your song! Is this why you brought me along?” “For this pyramid stands proud in the sand. And here it always will stand, As long as the Sun rises strong, As long as the Nile flows along.” What is the author’s purpose for writing this poem?

B. to entertain readers with a story about a pyramid

A. to encourage readers to travel on the Nile River

C. to inform readers about why pyramids were built

D. to teach readers about the importance of the Nile River

Effect: They have different ideas as to why zebras have stripes. Which sentence is the cause to this effect?

D. Zebra stripe patterns are different, like fingerprints.

A. Some scientists think the stripes act as a type of sunscreen.

B. Scientists are not certain of the purpose of zebra stripes.

C. Zebra stripes are different sizes, from narrow to wide.

Zebra Stripes 1 Do you know what zebras, fingerprints, and snowflakes all have in common? Just like no two snowflakes or fingerprints are exactly the same, no two zebras have the same stripe pattern. 2 Why do zebras have stripes anyway? Scientists are not quite certain, but they have several theories. Some suspect the stripes help the zebras hide from predators such as lions and hyenas. Other experts believe that the patterns make it harder for other animals to tell how far away the zebras are or how many are in a herd. Some think the stripes act as a type of sunscreen or protection from the sun’s rays. Others wonder if the patterns help zebras recognize each other. 3 Are zebras white with black stripes or black with white stripes? That is a good question and the answer is both! Most zebras have white coats with black stripes, but some are just the opposite and are born with black coats and white stripes! Either way, they all have black skin hiding underneath their coats. 4 Zebra stripes also vary in size from narrow to wide. They live throughout eastern and southern Africa and, strangely enough, the farther south of the plains they live, the farther apart the stripes get! Which theory about why zebras have stripes is NOT included in the reading selection?

B. The stripes help keep zebras cool in Africa.

A. The stripes help zebras hide from predators.

C. The stripes make it harder for animals to tell how far zebras are.

D. The stripes help zebras use the patterns to recognize each other.

Which sentence is an OPINION?

D. Zebras look beautiful with their stripes.

A. No two zebras have the same stripe pattern.

B. All zebras have black skin under their coat.

C. Zebras live in eastern and southern Africa.

Building an Igloo 1 The Inuit, who are native people of Alaska, northern Canada, and Greenland, are known for living in cold, harsh climates. The Inuit people of northern Canada sometimes build igloos, which are winter shelters made of snow and ice. Today the Inuit live mostly in wooden houses, but when traveling far from home, they may still build igloos to live in temporarily. 2 Usually, two people work together to cut blocks of snow to make an igloo. They choose a firm, smooth place on the snow-covered ground to build on. They cut packed snow with a long knife and begin placing the blocks in a circle. The first blocks are cut at an angle to create a base that allows the igloos to be built with a spiral shape. The second row of snow blocks goes on top of the first row. The blocks are slightly tilted inward so that they lean toward the center. As the igloo builders continue, they place each row of blocks a little farther in. The blocks begin to arch, forming a dome-shaped structure. Skilled builders know how to keep the blocks from falling as they work. Finally, they put one last block of packed snow at the top, and the igloo is complete. They may cut a hole in this last block to let smoke out. 3 How can a home built of snow keep people warm? Snow and ice are good at keeping in heat. They trap body heat inside the igloo. If the people inside an igloo light a candle or use a small oil lamp, the heat from the candle or lamp is trapped inside as well. The heat may start to melt the inside of the igloo walls, but the snow closer to the outside causes the melting snow to freeze again. Refreezing makes the walls icy, and ice is stronger than snow. Thus, with a little use, the igloo becomes stronger. The igloo is an example of how creative the Inuit are. They know how to use available materials to protect themselves in cold weather. Which sentence from the reading selection BEST describes the setting?

B. “The Inuit people of northern Canada sometimes build igloos. . . .”

A. “The Inuit, who are native people of Alaska, northern Canada and Greenland . . .”

C. “Today the Inuit live mostly in wooden houses. . . .”

D. “The igloo is an example of how creative the Inuit are.”

Building an Igloo 1 The Inuit, who are native people of Alaska, northern Canada, and Greenland, are known for living in cold, harsh climates. The Inuit people of northern Canada sometimes build igloos, which are winter shelters made of snow and ice. Today the Inuit live mostly in wooden houses, but when traveling far from home, they may still build igloos to live in temporarily. 2 Usually, two people work together to cut blocks of snow to make an igloo. They choose a firm, smooth place on the snow-covered ground to build on. They cut packed snow with a long knife and begin placing the blocks in a circle. The first blocks are cut at an angle to create a base that allows the igloos to be built with a spiral shape. The second row of snow blocks goes on top of the first row. The blocks are slightly tilted inward so that they lean toward the center. As the igloo builders continue, they place each row of blocks a little farther in. The blocks begin to arch, forming a dome-shaped structure. Skilled builders know how to keep the blocks from falling as they work. Finally, they put one last block of packed snow at the top, and the igloo is complete. They may cut a hole in this last block to let smoke out. 3 How can a home built of snow keep people warm? Snow and ice are good at keeping in heat. They trap body heat inside the igloo. If the people inside an igloo light a candle or use a small oil lamp, the heat from the candle or lamp is trapped inside as well. The heat may start to melt the inside of the igloo walls, but the snow closer to the outside causes the melting snow to freeze again. Refreezing makes the walls icy, and ice is stronger than snow. Thus, with a little use, the igloo becomes stronger. The igloo is an example of how creative the Inuit are. They know how to use available materials to protect themselves in cold weather. Which statement is NOT true according to the information provided in the reading selection?

D. Melting snow causes the blocks to arch.

A. Two people work together to cut the blocks.

B. A long knife is used to cut the packed snow.

C. The angled blocks allow the spiral shape.

Building an Igloo 1 The Inuit, who are native people of Alaska, northern Canada, and Greenland, are known for living in cold, harsh climates. The Inuit people of northern Canada sometimes build igloos, which are winter shelters made of snow and ice. Today the Inuit live mostly in wooden houses, but when traveling far from home, they may still build igloos to live in temporarily. 2 Usually, two people work together to cut blocks of snow to make an igloo. They choose a firm, smooth place on the snow-covered ground to build on. They cut packed snow with a long knife and begin placing the blocks in a circle. The first blocks are cut at an angle to create a base that allows the igloos to be built with a spiral shape. The second row of snow blocks goes on top of the first row. The blocks are slightly tilted inward so that they lean toward the center. As the igloo builders continue, they place each row of blocks a little farther in. The blocks begin to arch, forming a dome-shaped structure. Skilled builders know how to keep the blocks from falling as they work. Finally, they put one last block of packed snow at the top, and the igloo is complete. They may cut a hole in this last block to let smoke out. 3 How can a home built of snow keep people warm? Snow and ice are good at keeping in heat. They trap body heat inside the igloo. If the people inside an igloo light a candle or use a small oil lamp, the heat from the candle or lamp is trapped inside as well. The heat may start to melt the inside of the igloo walls, but the snow closer to the outside causes the melting snow to freeze again. Refreezing makes the walls icy, and ice is stronger than snow. Thus, with a little use, the igloo becomes stronger. The igloo is an example of how creative the Inuit are. They know how to use available materials to protect themselves in cold weather. Which sentence BEST summarizes the reading selection?

A. The Inuit make igloos with blocks of snow for shelter.

B. Two people work together to cut blocks of snow to make an igloo.

C. Blocks of snow are cut at an angle to build igloos in a certain shape.

D. Skilled builders know how to keep blocks from falling as they work.

Building an Igloo 1 The Inuit, who are native people of Alaska, northern Canada, and Greenland, are known for living in cold, harsh climates. The Inuit people of northern Canada sometimes build igloos, which are winter shelters made of snow and ice. Today the Inuit live mostly in wooden houses, but when traveling far from home, they may still build igloos to live in temporarily. 2 Usually, two people work together to cut blocks of snow to make an igloo. They choose a firm, smooth place on the snow-covered ground to build on. They cut packed snow with a long knife and begin placing the blocks in a circle. The first blocks are cut at an angle to create a base that allows the igloos to be built with a spiral shape. The second row of snow blocks goes on top of the first row. The blocks are slightly tilted inward so that they lean toward the center. As the igloo builders continue, they place each row of blocks a little farther in. The blocks begin to arch, forming a dome-shaped structure. Skilled builders know how to keep the blocks from falling as they work. Finally, they put one last block of packed snow at the top, and the igloo is complete. They may cut a hole in this last block to let smoke out. 3 How can a home built of snow keep people warm? Snow and ice are good at keeping in heat. They trap body heat inside the igloo. If the people inside an igloo light a candle or use a small oil lamp, the heat from the candle or lamp is trapped inside as well. The heat may start to melt the inside of the igloo walls, but the snow closer to the outside causes the melting snow to freeze again. Refreezing makes the walls icy, and ice is stronger than snow. Thus, with a little use, the igloo becomes stronger. The igloo is an example of how creative the Inuit are. They know how to use available materials to protect themselves in cold weather. Based on the reading selection, the reader can conclude that —

A. igloos make good winter shelters.

B. northern Canada is easy to live in.

C. wood is stronger than snow and ice.

D. natives enjoy traveling far from home.

Sled Dogs in Greenland 1 The Thule people are ancestors of the modern-day Inuit people. Between AD 1200 and 1300, they settled in Greenland, an island near Canada between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans. The Thule survived in this cold place due to their knowledge of the weather, landscape, and animal behavior. They knew how to adapt to a challenging environment with long, unforgiving winters and short, cool summers. Their dogs adapted as well. The Thule were probably the first to bring dogs and the practice of dogsledding to Greenland. 2 The Thule relied on sled dogs as a means of transportation. They built sleds of driftwood and leather straps, or lines, and tied 10 to 14 dogs to one sled. Each dog had a separate line, and the lead dog had a line longer than all the others. The dogs pulled heavy loads on long journeys. They pulled the Thule across sea ice. The dogs lived through cold and hunger. These dogs, now known as Greenland dogs, developed into a strong, tireless, and fierce breed. 3 Sled dogs remain a part of the culture of Greenland to this day. In fact, current laws forbid people from bringing any other breed of dogs to northern Greenland. That remote area has become a safe place for the Greenland dog. This working dog breed has become an important part of the adventure tourism industry on the island. People who want to experience firsthand the thrill of humans and dogs working together will enjoy visiting Greenland and its unique dogs. The author MAINLY wants the reader to know about —

C. a special dog breed in a special place.

B. countries that protect dogs.

D. how many kinds of dogs work for humans.

Which sentence from the reading selection shows cause and effect?

B. “The Thule survived in this cold place due to their knowledge of the weather, landscape, and animal behavior.”

A. “The Thule people are ancestors of the modern-day Inuit people.”

C. “Their dogs adapted as well.”

D. “The Thule relied on sled dogs as a means of transportation.”

Read the sentence from the reading selection. “The dogs pulled heavy loads on long journeys.” What information is BEST understood from this sentence?

C. Sled dogs can resist the cold.

D. Sled dogs are protected by law.

Read the sentences from the reading selection. “The dogs pulled heavy loads on long journeys. They pulled the Thule across sea ice. The dogs lived through cold and hunger. These dogs, now known as Greenland dogs, developed into a strong, tireless, and fierce breed.” Which claim do these sentences BEST support?

C. The dogs helped the Thule with transportation.

A. The dogs were protected by Thule law.

B. The dogs were well trained by the Thule.

D. The dogs made a strong economy possible for the Thule.

According to the reading selections, what helped the people in BOTH “Building an Igloo” and “Sled Dogs in Greenland” survive the challenges of living in cold environments?

A. They learned strategies to adapt.

B. They started the construction of igloos.

C. They followed the laws in remote areas.

D. They used work animals for transportation.

According to the information in “Building an Igloo” and “Sled Dogs in Greenland,” both Thule and Inuit people —

A. build igloos for protection.

C. train dogs for transportation.

D. develop strong breeds of dogs.

Which statement shows the correct use of a comma?

A. He needs glue, paper, crayons, and scissors.

B. Mark has books, and toys in his room.

C. It will be ready, when the paint dries.

D. We are ready, what time is it?

Read the sentence. Salvador and I have chores every weekend. Which sentence BEST follows the one above?

C. For example, I wash the dishes and he sweeps the floor.

A. When we feel like it, I wash the dishes and he sweeps the floor.

B. On the other hand, I wash the dishes and he sweeps the floor.

D. However, I wash the dishes and he sweeps the floor.

Sam wants to write an essay about how noisy cities make him nervous. Which words will BEST help him express his nervousness in his essay?

B. blaring, honking, clattering, screeching

A. peaceful, imaginative, modern, complete

C. towering, attractive, lively, interesting

D. enormous, alive, friendly, inspired

Read the sentence. Rebecca went to San Juan to work to Boquerón to sightsee to Rincón to surf. What is the correct way to write this sentence?

C. Rebecca went to San Juan to work, to Boquerón to sightsee, and then to Rincón to surf.

A. Rebecca went to San Juan to work and to Boquerón to sightsee to Rincón to surf.

B. Rebecca went to San Juan Boquerón Rincón to work, and to sightsee and to surf.

D. Rebecca went to San Juan to work, to Boquerón to sightsee; and then to Rincón to surf.

(1) Today was an odd day because I thought I lost a goldfish! (2) The goldfish are not even mine. (3) I am feeding them for my neighbors while _______ are on vacation. (4) This morning, when I started to feed Goldie and Sunshine, I panicked when I saw only one fish. (5) I put my face up to the fishbowl and stared in disbelief! (6) Then Sunshine casually swam out from behind the castle where she had been hiding. Which sentence BEST concludes the selection?

B. I breathed a great big sigh of relief!

A. I told Sunshine to stop doing that.

C. I was so surprised that I dropped the fishbowl!

D. I quickly called my neighbors to tell them Sunshine was okay.

A Precious Resource (1) Every living thing needs water to survive. (2) We use water in agriculture and power plants, we use it in cooking and cleaning. (3) We are using fresh water, faster than Earth can supply it. (4) We must start conserving water right away. (5) Being careful about how much water we use will help ensure that there will always be enough for all their needs. What is the correct way to punctuate sentence 2?

B. We use water in agriculture and power plants; we use it in cooking and cleaning.

A. We use water in agriculture and power plants we use it in cooking and cleaning.

C. We use water, in agriculture and power plants, we use it in cooking and cleaning.

D. We use water in agriculture and power plants, we use it; in cooking and cleaning.

A Precious Resource (1) Every living thing needs water to survive. (2) We use water in agriculture and power plants, we use it in cooking and cleaning. (3) We are using fresh water, faster than Earth can supply it. (4) We must start conserving water right away. (5) Being careful about how much water we use will help ensure that there will always be enough for all their needs. What is the correct way to write sentence 3?

D. We are using fresh water faster than Earth can supply it.

A. We are using fresh water, faster, than Earth can supply it.

B. We are using fresh water faster than Earth, can supply it.

C. We are using fresh water faster, than Earth can supply it.

A Precious Resource (1) Every living thing needs water to survive. (2) We use water in agriculture and power plants, we use it in cooking and cleaning. (3) We are using fresh water, faster than Earth can supply it. (4) We must start conserving water right away. (5) Being careful about how much water we use will help ensure that there will always be enough for all their needs. What is the BEST way to correct sentence 5?

A. Being careful about how much water we use will help ensure that there will always be enough for all our needs.

B. Being careful about how much water we use will help ensure that there will always be enough for all his needs.

C. Being careful about how much water we use will help ensure that there will always be enough for all her needs.

D. Being careful about how much water we use will help ensure that there will always be enough for all your needs.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which word best describes Mrs. Rodríguez?

A. selfish

B. helpful

C. clumsy

D. beautiful

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is Carlos’s MAIN problem in this passage?

A. writing essays in an hour

B. reading books too quickly

C. studying too much in the evenings

D. waiting until the last minute to do things

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Read this list of topics Carlos and his mother talk about.
1. making a list
2. reading books ahead of time
3. learning how to study better
4. not planning ahead
In which order are these talked about?

A. 1, 4, 2, 3

B. 3, 2, 4, 1

C. 2, 3, 4, 1

D. 4, 1, 2, 3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Why are Carlos and his mother talking about making a list?

A. so Carlos won’t forget to do his homework

B. so Carlos can remember his teachers’ names

C. so Carlos’s mother won’t forget about his homework

D. so Carlos’s mother can remember which household chores to do

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How does Carlos decide to fix his problem of forgetting to do things?

A. by studying better

B. by studying every night

C. by beginning to read a book ahead of time

D. by taping a list of things to do on his wall each week

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is this passage MAINLY about?

A. Reading books on time will improve Carlos’s grades.

B. Writing better essays will improve Carlos’s grades.

C. Studying more will help Carlos improve his grades.

D. Making a plan will help Carlos improve his grades.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How is Carlos going to remember to do things ahead of time?

A. by writing essays early

B. by studying every night

C. by putting lists on his wall

D. by making lists of books to read

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Which word best describes Mrs. Rodríguez?

What is Carlos’s MAIN problem in this passage?

Read this list of topics Carlos and his mother talk about. 1. making a list2. reading books ahead of time3. learning how to study better4. not planning aheadIn which order are these talked about?

Why are Carlos and his mother talking about making a list?

How does Carlos decide to fix his problem of forgetting to do things?

What is this passage MAINLY about?

How is Carlos going to remember to do things ahead of time?

Which sentence is correct according to the passage?

When can Paola and her sister play on the computer?

Choose the question that can be answered correctly with the information from the passage.

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In which order are these talked about?