Eog standards practice 3

"The Benefits of Outdoor Exercise"

Spending time outdoors has numerous benefits for both physical and mental health. Studies have shown that exercising in natural settings can improve mood, reduce stress levels, and increase overall well-being. Additionally, exposure to sunlight helps regulate sleep patterns and boosts vitamin D levels, which are essential for bone health. With all these benefits, it's clear that incorporating outdoor exercise into one's routine can lead to a happier and healthier life.

74. How does the author use evidence to strengthen their argument?

• By ignoring the topic of outdoor exercise altogether

• By including personal opinions rather than research findings

• By presenting factual information from reliable sources

• By providing anecdotes instead of scientific studies

"The Importance of Reading for Children"

Reading plays a crucial role in children's development, helping to improve literacy skills, expand vocabulary, and foster imagination. Numerous studies have shown that children who read regularly perform better academically and have higher levels of comprehension compared to those who do not. Additionally, reading provides a valuable opportunity for bonding between parents and children, creating lasting memories and strengthening relationships. With these benefits in mind, it's clear that fostering a love of reading in children from an early age is essential for their overall growth and success.

79. Which piece of evidence does the author provide to support the claim?

• "Parents should spend time reading with their children."

• "Reading has no impact on academic performance or comprehension."

• "Reading is important for children's development."

• "Numerous studies have shown that children who read regularly perform better academically and have higher levels of comprehension compared to those who do not."

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"The School Play"

As the curtain rose on the school play, Sarah felt a rush of excitement mixed with nerves. She had been rehearsing for weeks, playing the lead role of Juliet in Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet." On stage, she delivered her lines with passion and conviction, fully embodying the character of the lovestruck maiden. Meanwhile, backstage, Jake, who played Romeo, paced nervously, his mind filled with doubts and worries about his performance. Despite their different experiences, both Sarah and Jake were determined to give their best performance yet.

84. What inference can you make about Sarah's and Jake's attitudes towards the school play?

• Sarah and Jake are both excited and confident.

• Sarah and Jake are both anxious and apprehensive.

• Sarah is melancholy and doubtful, while Jake is boastful and confident.

• Sarah is eager and confident, while Jake is anxious and doubtful.

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"The Art of Persuasion"

In her speech, the politician employed various rhetorical devices to sway the audience's opinion. She used vivid imagery to paint a picture of a brighter future, appealing to their emotions and aspirations. Additionally, she employed logical reasoning to support her arguments, citing statistics and expert opinions. By combining these strategies, she hoped to convince the audience of the importance of her proposed policies.

94. What evidence from the passage supports the meaning of "logical reasoning"?

• "She employed logical reasoning to support her arguments, citing statistics and expert opinions."

• "By combining these strategies, she hoped to convince the audience of the importance of her proposed policies."

• "She used vivid imagery to paint a picture of a brighter future."

• "The politician employed various rhetorical devices to sway the audience's opinion."

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"Exploring the Solar System"

As the spacecraft approached Jupiter, scientists marveled at the planet's immense size and swirling storms. They used specialized instruments to analyze the composition of its atmosphere and map its surface features. Meanwhile, back on Earth, astronomy enthusiasts eagerly awaited the latest images and data transmitted from the spacecraft, eager to learn more about the mysteries of our solar system.

99. How does the author use the phrase "specialized instruments" in the passage?

• To suggest the presence of immense instruments on the spacecraft

• To indicate the use of specific tools for scientific analysis

• To refer to the spacecraft's advanced technology

• To describe the scientists' physical appearance

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