DOL January 11

Based on the information above, what can the reader infer about the impact of learning to play an instrument on students?

• Learning an instrument has no effect on social interactions.

• Students who join the band are less likely to make friends.

• Learning a new skill may positively influence self-confidence.

• Students feel more unsure of themselves when trying new things.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

What can the reader infer about the benefits of playing an instrument?

• Learning to play an instrument only helps students make friends.

• Playing an instrument has no impact on students’ skills in other classes.

• The rewards of learning to play an instrument extend beyond the music classroom.

• The growth of the brain is hindered by learning and practicing music.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

What can the reader infer about the Instrument Fair?

• The Instrument Fair is exclusively for students of Brown Elementary.

• The Instrument Fair offers a limited variety of instruments to try.

• The Instrument Fair is not a suitable place to find a favorite instrument.

• The Instrument Fair provides an opportunity to explore different instruments.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Based on the section 'Why play an instrument?', what can the reader infer about the benefits of being in the band? Select TWO correct answers.

• Learning to play an instrument has no impact on students' social skills.

• Students who participate in the band may develop lasting friendships.

• Playing an instrument only helps in the music classroom.

• Trying new things has no effect on students' confidence.

• Learning and practicing music can enhance students’ performance in various school subjects.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

Based on the information provided in the text, how do you think participating in the band and learning to play an instrument might contribute to a student's overall personal and academic development? Support your response with evidence from the text.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1