Unit 2.1 Review - Author's Claim

This question has two parts. First answer Part A. Then answer Part B. 

1. Part A: What is the author’s perspective about starting your own business? 

•  You can make a profit if you check out the competition.

• The best way to become successful is put in lots of hard work.

  
  

•  The only way to become successful is to make a business plan.

• It is important that you feel compassionate towards busy people.

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

This question has two parts. First answer Part A. Then answer Part B. 

Part B: Select two details from the passage that support your response to Part A.

• “Suppose you like dogs, have free time, and feel compassionate towards people with busy schedules.” (Step 1)

•  “If there’s already another dog-walking service in your neighborhood, your business has a smaller chance at success.” (Step 2)

• “Compile a business plan and a budget.” (Step 3)

• “Then set a work schedule for yourself.” (Step 4)

• “You can consider yourself a successful entrepreneur!” (Step 5)

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CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.3

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CCSS.RI.5.5

Read this sentence.  

Most successful businesses need a manager to keep the business running smoothly.  

What is the meaning of the word manager as it is used in the sentence above?

• able to manage a business

• the study of managing a business

• more than one person who manages

• a person who manages the business

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

This question has two parts. First answer Part A. Then answer Part B. 

4.        Part A: What is one claim the author makes in the text Starting a Successful Business? 

• Starting a business is a difficult task. 

• Starting a business can be rewarding and successful. 

• Starting a business can cost more money than you make.

• Starting a business is only successful if you make a profit.

This question has two parts. First answer Part A. Then answer Part B. 

 Part B: Select two details from the passage that support your response to Part A.

• “Becoming an entrepreneur is hard work.” 

• “But if you’re dedicated and have excellent organizational skills, it can be rewarding-” 

• Ask prospective clients about their likes and needs.”

• “If there’s already a dog-walking service in your neighborhood, your business has a smaller chance at success.”

• “If you have money left over after your business expenses are paid, you’ve made a profit.” 

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

What does the word innovative means as it is used in the text, Starting a Successful Business?

• original

• drawing

• product

• beautiful

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

What does the word compile means as it is used in the text, Starting a Successful Business?

• put together

• get rid of

• cook

• donate

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

Which phrase should be included in a summary of the text, Kids in Business?

• “Anna sells the plants on her website.”

• “Joshua’s work includes a backpack program.”

• “At age 8, Hayleigh began a business with help.”

• “You are never too young to make a difference.”

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2