FAST Practice Passage 5

Based on paragraph 2, what happened because limestone layers got deeper on one side of the basin?

• A ridge of limestone formed.

• The area was covered by an ancient sea.

• Visitors came to enjoy Lake Okeechobee.

• The remains of sea creatures made a limestone sea floor.

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CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

Why did the author include paragraph 2 in the passage?

• to describe the location and size of Lake Okeechobee

• to identify how Lake Okeechobee differs from other lakes

• to compare the way Lake Okeechobee and the landscape formed

• to explain the sequence of how Lake Okeechobee was formed

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

Which statement explains the author’s reason for including indeed in the following sentence?

“The lake is big, indeed!” (paragraph 3)

• The author wants to explain the location of the lake to readers.

• The author wants to emphasize the size of the lake for readers.

• The author wants to describe how the lake is important for wildlife.

• The author wants to compare the size of Lake Okeechobee with other lakes.

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

Which key detail supports the author’s opinion that Lake Okeechobee is an important habitat?

• “Lake Okeechobeee is located in a basin, or large low-lying area.” (paragraph 2)

• “It supplies water for millions of people.” (paragraph 3)

• “This watershed is home to many rare and endangered species of plants and animals.” (paragraph 4)

• “Lake Okeechobee is one of the country’s most valued natural landmarks.” (paragraph 5)

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

Part A: What is the main idea of the passage?

• Lake Okeechobee is an important natural landmark that supports people and wildlife.

• Lake Okeechobee formed as the area’s rock layers changed over time.

• Lake Okeechobee is one of North America’s largest freshwater lakes located in a basin.

• Lake Okeechobee is home to many rare and endangered species.

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CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

Part B: Which sentence from the text supports your answer in Part A?

• “Eventually, freshwater pooled in the basin and formed Lake Okeechobee.” (paragraph 2)

• “The lake also provides flood protection to surrounding areas.” (paragraph 3)

• “It covers about 730 square miles.” (paragraph 3)

• “For the people and wildlife in Florida, Lake Okeechobee is an important source of water and an essential part of life.” (paragraph 5)

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CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2