State Test Prep #2

The Great Chicago Fire lasted from October 8 - 10, 1871. It started on the west side of town in Patrick and Catherine O'Leary's barn. The fire devastated the unprepared city of Chicago. The fire hastily burned and spread very rapidly. During this time in history, most buildings in Chicago were made of wood. Also, there was an absence of rain in the area, and strong, prevailing winds were present. A miscommunication within the city's fire department delayed the response to the fire. This added to the fire's effect on the city. It caused over 200 million dollars' worth of damage. 100 thousand people were left homeless, and over 300 people were killed. Additionally, it is estimated that 17,000 buildings were decimated. The city was subsequently rebuilt by a team of architects. They were careful to use a variety of building materials to reconstruct the city.

Is the above paragraph a firsthand or secondhand account, and how do you know?

• Firsthand account because it is written from someone who experience the event.

• Firsthand account because it is written based on research by someone who did not experience the event.

• Secondhand account because it is written from someone who experienced the event.

• Secondhand account because it is written based on research by someone who did not experience the event.

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Distracted driving is a serious problem. Distracted driving includes eating or drinking, using technology while driving, or any activity that takes the driver's full attention away from driving. Distracted driving is a major cause of car accidents. There are 3 types of driving distractions. A manual distraction takes place when the driver releases control of the vehicle's steering wheel. This normally happens when drivers are suing cell phones, eating, or drinking. A visual distraction includes anything where the driver's eyes are taken away from the road. This includes cell phones, but it can also include passengers in the vehicle. Cognitive distractions occur when the driver loses focus while driving. Cell phones are a common cognitive distractor, as well as passengers and gadgets within the car. Distracted driving has serious consequences. Drivers should always focus on the road and put safety first.

Which statement would best support the author's main point?

• 16-year-old drivers have higher crash rates than drivers of any other age.

• Only 44% of teenagers said they would speak up if someone was driving in a way that scared them.

• In 2015, there were over 3,000 people killed and an estimated 391,000 injured in motor vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers.

• The number of people with a driver's license in the US increased from 167 million in 1990 to around 222 million in 2016.

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Writing an essay can be easy if you adhere to the following steps. First, you must create a prewriting diagram. This will allow you to put your ideas on paper in a logical form. A prewriting diagram will also narrow your focus for writing and help organize your essay. Once you're done with your prewriting diagram, you're ready to write. Your first paragraph should contain your topic sentence. Then, write 3 factual statements that support your topic sentence. Next, go on to your second paragraph. It should begin with a transition and your first factual statement from the first paragraph. Then, write 3 supportive sentences for that statement. Do the same thing with your 3rd and 4th paragraphs. Be sure that each factual statement has 3 supporting sentences. The last paragraph is your conclusion. Restate your topic sentence, and sum up your evidence. Writing an essay can be a manageable task if you follow these steps.

Determine the text structure of the text.

• Problem and solution

• Description

• Chronological order

• Cause and effect

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Burning yourself can bring pain and anguish, especially if the burns are not treated correctly. Treatment methods depend on the degree of injury to the skin. There are 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree burns. They occur when damage is done to both the skin's outer and inner layers. 3rd degree burns should be treated by a medical professional. A surface layer burn is a first-degree burn. First-degree burns and some second-degree burns can be treated at home. First, run cool tap water over the burn. Then, apply a cool compress. After that, apply soothing creams like hydrocortisone or a numbing lotion. Ice and ice water should never be applied to burns! This will cause tissue damage. If you are unsure about the severity of a burn, please consult a doctor. Additionally, if there is irritation or signs of infection, a doctor's visit is necessary.

Determine the meaning of the underlined word.

• trouble

• torment

• experience

• angry

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New Orleans, LA is known for many things like the French Quarter, lively jazz music, great food, and talented artists. The area is very diverse, and it has a rich culture. Millions of people visit the city each year to indulge in the city's atmosphere. However, New Orleans is also known for another thing ... ghosts. As a matter of fact, a person can take a ghost tour when he or she visits. Locals believe that ghosts exist because of the history of New Orleans. The city has seen its fair share of unfortunate events. The Beauregard-Keyes House is one location where locals believe ghosts exist. They believe that the ghosts are connected to General Beauregard somehow. Another location where people believe ghosts exist is Muriel's Restaurant. At Muriel's you can order a delectable seafood dish and possibly view strange occurrences, as well. However, locals don't want their ghosts to scare you way from their city. They believe that the ghosts are part of the city's charm.

Which evidence from the text best supports the inference that the residents of New Orleans are proud of their ghostly heritage?

• They believe that the ghosts are part of the city's charm.

• Another location where people believe ghosts exist is Muriel's Restaurant.

• The Beauregard-Keyes House is one location where locals believe ghosts exist.

• They believe that the ghosts are connected to General Beauregard somehow.

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Former First Lady Laura Bush has always had a love for reading. This interest was shared by a previous first lady and her mother-in-law, Barbara Bush. While in office, Barbara Bush created the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy. The foundation encouraged children to read. It also provided resources for schools. Barbara Bush also became involved in reading organizations, and she even led a few reading committees while her husband was in office. As a former librarian, former First Lady Laura Bush continued the organization while also growing it. She pushed the government to establish funding for early childhood literacy programs. Laura Bush believed in the power of libraries, so she helped raise approximately one million dollars for public libraries. Both former First Lady Laura Bush and Barbara Bush had great impacts on our nation's quest for literacy.

Which sentence best states the main idea of the text?

• Former First Lady Laura Bush has always had a love for reading.

• This interest was shared by a previous first lady and her mother-in-law, Barbara Bush.

• As a former librarian, former First Lady Laura Bush continued the organization while also growing it.

• Both former First Lady Laura Bush and Barbara Bush had great impacts on our nation's quest for literacy.

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People who do not eat meat can be classified as vegan or vegetarian. However, there is a difference between a vegetarian and a vegan. Vegans do not eat any animal products at all. This includes dairy (like milk and cheese), eggs, or anything that is made from animals. Vegetarians eat these products, but they do not consume meat. Vegans and vegetarians must be careful to get nutrition from other areas. The body usually gets protein from meat. Since vegans and vegetarians do not eat meat, they must get protein from other sources. They can do this by eating nuts, beans, and other protein-rich foods. Also, vegans and vegetarians must be careful to get an adequate amount of vitamin B12. Most of them fulfill this requirement by taking nutritional supplements. Becoming a vegan or vegetarian is a major life decision and is not the easiest to maintain.

Based on the details in the text, which statement is true of vegans and vegetarians?

• Vegans and vegetarians have the same diet.

• Vegans don't eat any animal products, but vegetarians do consume animal products other than meat.

• Vegetarians don't eat any animal products, but vegans do consume animal products other than meat.

• Vegans and vegetarians consume some animal products, but they do not consume any meat.

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Many people love the vibrant colors of autumn. Some plants have naturally colored leaves, but weather plays a major role in determining the colors of other leaves. Green plants maintain their color because of a chemical called chlorophyll. Plants make plenty of chlorophyll during the warmer months. However, due to lowering temperatures during autumn and winter, less chlorophyll is made. This causes green plants to turn orange, yellow, and other fall colors. Water also plays a big role when determining the color of leaves. If plants experience a drought, the leaves will wither and lose color.

Based on the details in the text, what can you infer about weather and plants?

• Weather and plants are independent of each other.

• The weather is important to plants.

• Plants are the same no matter what the weather is like.

• Weather has no direct result on plants.

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