MasteryConnect: The Jurassic Era

Which line from the text summarizes the central idea?

• Dinosaurs dominated the earth during the Jurassic period 145 to 200 million years ago.

• These dinosaurs, known as prosauropods, were very common during the Jurassic period.

• Marine and avian dinosaurs also flourished during this time period.

• The Jurassic period was a time of dinosaur domination and environmental change.

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Which is an accurate statement about how the author uses text structure in paragraph 5?

• The author uses cause and effect to show how the continental changes affected the environment during the Jurassic period.

• The author uses chronological order to show how the Jurassic period progressed through the years.

• The author uses description to show how much volcanic activity was present during the Jurassic period.

• The author uses compare and contrast to show that the earth was very different during the Jurassic period than it is today.

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How does paragraph 2 contribute to the development of the idea that there were many incredible creatures during the Jurassic period?

• It provides examples of several different species of dinosaurs with distinct characteristics.

• It describes the violent behavior of many dinosaurs.

• It reveals information about the unique fossils archaeologists have found.

• It explains the varied diets and hunting techniques of a number of dinosaurs during the Jurassic period.

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How does the author elaborate on the idea that land masses changed dramatically during the Jurassic era?

• The author explains that after the Jurassic period the Earth was made up of one supercontinent.

• The author describes how oceans, mountains, and plants were created during the Jurassic period.

• The author provides details about the variety of dinosaurs that roamed the Earth during the Jurassic period.

• The author discusses various plants that were available during the Jurassic period for dinosaurs that did not eat meat.

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Read this sentence from paragraph 4: "Marine and avian dinosaurs also flourished during this time period." Based on this sentence, what is the meaning of "flourished," and what is its impact on the tone of the text?

• hunted; creating a sympathetic tone that helps the reader understand the dangers of the Jurassic era

• communicated; creating an inviting tone that allows the reader to imagine how these animals interacted with each other

• thrived; creating an approving tone that enables the reader to appreciate these types of animals

• fought; creating a fearful tone that cautions the reader about the threat of harm from these animals

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What is the effect of how the author chooses to introduce dinosaurs?

• The author connects the reader to the topic of dinosaurs before describing specific types in order to draw in the reader.

• The author describes the different types of dinosaurs before giving an opinion of them in order to let the reader make up his or her mind.

• The author provides details about the characteristics of each dinosaur before revealing the name of the dinosaur in order to add suspense.

• The author illustrates the dangers associated with dinosaurs before giving specific details in order to caution the reader about them.

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Which set of words most effectively communicates the overall meaning and tone of this paragraph?

• period, changes, today

• time, occurred, live

• environmental, affect, street

• dominate, change, impacted

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What can be inferred about the Piatnitzkysaurus based on paragraph 2?

• The Piatnitzkysaurus was a large dinosaur with a small head.

• The Piatnitzkysaurus was a vicious, destructive dinosaur with very sharp teeth.

• The Piatnitzkysaurus had a long neck and strong muscles.

• The Piatnitzkysaurus had not been discovered until fossils of its victims were found.

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What is the author's view toward the Jurassic period?

• The author believes that the Jurassic period was a time of great struggle and catastrophic change.

• The author doubts the validity of the scientific theories regarding the Jurassic period.

• The author fears that elements from the Jurassic period will evolve again.

• The author considers the Jurassic period to be a time of wonder and interest.

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Based on paragraph 5, which statement would best complete the list below?

Effects of Pangaea Breaking Apart:

1. Land masses separated.

2. The Atlantic Ocean formed.

3. Volcanic activity helped to create the Rocky Mountains.

4. ?

5. Plants began to flourish.

• Ferns were plentiful.

• Africa split off from South America.

• The climate changed dramatically.

• New dinosaur species were formed.

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