Kindness - 9/24/24

Choose the two sentences that show adjectives arranged in the correct order.

• The five cute puppies were running around the yard.

• The blue, new car was parked in the driveway.

• The white, small kitten was curled up on the couch.

• The large, green apple was delicious.

• The plastic, colorful balls were bouncing around the room.

Cats are known for their love of fish. They also enjoy eating other foods, such as meat, cheese, and vegetables. ______, some cats may even develop a taste for fruits like watermelon or banana.

Which choice would provide the BEST transition between the sentences?

• In addition

• Meanwhile

• For example

• However

Which sentence is written correctly?

• I'll meet you at Gold Dust park on Memorial day.

• I'll meet you at Gold Dust Park on memorial day.

• I'll meet you at Gold Dust Park on Memorial Day.

• I'll meet you at gold dust park on Memorial Day.

The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world. It is made up of millions of tiny organisms called coral polyps. These polyps build up their homes from calcium carbonate, which is a hard, white mineral. The Great Barrier Reef is home to a wide variety of marine life, including fish, turtles, and sharks.

Which sentence is the BEST conclusion for the paragraph?

• Coral reefs are important for the health of the oceans.

• The Great Barrier Reef is a popular tourist destination.

• Coral bleaching is a major threat to the Great Barrier Reef.

• The Great Barrier Reef is a natural wonder.

My heart raced like a wild horse.

What does the underlined phrase mean?

• The speaker was feeling calm.

• The speaker was feeling excited.

• The speaker was feeling sad.

• The speaker was feeling tired.

You are about to answer some questions. Please take your time and try your best. If you get a 70 or above on this, you will earn free time on Thursday. If you have read this and understand, type YES into the box below.

What is the purpose of the first sentence of the text?

• To define the main topic of the text, which is kindness.

• To provide an example of how kindness can be practiced in schools.

• To persuade the reader to be more kind to themselves and others.

• To summarize the main points of the text and provide a conclusion about kindness.

What are some of the benefits of kindness in schools according to the text?

• Kindness can improve physical health, reduce stress and anxiety, and enhance creativity and imagination.

• Kindness can improve academic performance, reduce bullying and violence, and enhance social and emotional skills.

• Kindness can improve self-esteem, reduce loneliness and isolation, and enhance happiness and satisfaction.

• Kindness can improve communication skills, reduce conflicts and misunderstandings, and enhance teamwork and collaboration.

Studies have shown that students who are kind to others are less likely to bully, harass, or hurt others.

What is a synonym for the word “harass” as used in the second paragraph of the text?

• Support

• Ignore

• Torment

• Protect

What are some of the ways to practice kindness in schools according to the text?

• You can be kind to your books, to your homework, and to your school supplies.

• You can be kind to your pets, to your plants, and to your toys.

• You can be kind to your teachers, to your classmates, and to your parents.

• You can be kind to yourself, to others, and to the world.