Scholastic News Are You Afraid of this Shark?

(Saving Sharks) Based on the section "Sharks in Trouble," readers can infer that ____.

• sharks play an important role in oceans

• only large shark species are at risk

• boats are the main threat sharks face

• large shark populations cause other ocean animals to become sick

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(Saving Sharks) Which detail best supports the answer to question 1?

• About one-third of all shark species are at risk of extinction.

• Shark attacks do happen . . .

• “Bonnethheads . . . are no threat to humans.”

• “If sharks disappeared, the entire food chain could be thrown off balance.”

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(Saving Sharks) Catherine Macdonald believes that ____.

• most sharks are dangerous to humans

• protecting sharks begins with understanding their role in the ecosystem

• everyone should love sharks

• shark attacks are likely to increase

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(Saving Sharks) What has helped sharks make a comeback?

• increases in coastal beach patrols

• global bans on shark fin soup

• U.S. bans on hunting some shark species

• declines in people visiting U.S. beaches

(History Makers) Which phrase helps readers understand that surfing became popular?

• “wave after wave”

• “forward and backward”

• “a national craze”

• “introduce the sport”

(History Makers) Which statement is true based on the section "A Natural in the Water"?

• People in Hawaii supported Kahanamoku.

• Kahanamoku taught swim lessons for years.

• Kahanamoku led several sports clubs as a kid.

• Kahanamoku did not enjoy competing.

(History Makers) How does the sidebar, "Surf's Up," support the article?

• It compares Kahanamoku with other athletes.

• It lists some of Kahanamoku's achievements.

• It shares some exciting moments in Kahanamoku's childhood.

• It describes challenges Kahanamoku faced.

(Sports Reporter) Which detail best supports the idea that Pepper faces challenges in her work?

• “I’ve always been curious . . .”

• “The WNBA is very important . . . to me.”

• “Basketball is my passion . . .”

• “I send out a lot of emails and get plenty of rejections.”

(Sports Reporter) Based on the article, which is most likely to happen next?

• Dish With Pepper will end.

• Pepper will pursue a different hobby.

• Pepper will continue to interview athletes.

• Hockey will become Pepper's new passion.

(Eating Competitions) Which detail from the text gives an argument against eating contests?

• “People aren’t forced to compete.”

• “Many fans see these events as fun . . .”

• “. . . the leftovers may get thrown out.”

• “Like athletes, they train . . .”