Understanding Tree-House Living

What is the passage’s main idea about tree houses?

• They have many drawbacks but are a great investment.

• They are an exciting living option with some challenges.

• They have become popular around the world with families.

• They are difficult to live in due to their height from the ground.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which detail from the text helps develop the main idea identified in Part A?

• “A tree house is often thought of as a place where adolescents can escape from parents or annoying siblings.” (paragraph 1)

• “From simple shacks made from recycled materials to deluxe, multi-story constructions masterfully designed by professional architects, some tree homes are opulent, elaborate constructions that rival the cost and build of a traditional home.” (paragraph 2)

• “Personal homes are not the only buildings perched comfortably in trees; all around the globe, hotels, retreats, schools, and even houses of worship can be found comfortably nestled in treetops.” (paragraph 3)

• “Living comfortably high up in a tree, close to the stars, eye to eye with songbirds, and a feeling of being ‘away from it all.’ Yet it’s important to consider that this adventure may also come with a few drawbacks.” (paragraph 4)

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CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

How do the events in the play lead to a resolution at the end of the passage?

• The events in the story lead the characters to realize that while living away from home is great, there is nothing like visiting with family.

• The events in the story lead the characters to realize that they do not want to go home next year and will spend the holiday together in their new home.

• The events in the story lead the characters to realize that they want everyone to be happy so they will extend their trip home next year so they don’t feel as rushed.

• The events in the story lead the characters to realize that they would rather spend less time running around with their families and more time appreciating their home.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

TREE HOUSE LIVING

What is the passage’s main idea about tree houses?

• They have many drawbacks but are a great investment.

• They have become popular around the world with families.

• They are difficult to live in due to their height from the ground.

• They are an exciting living option with some challenges.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

HOME, SWEET HOME

How do the events in the play lead to a resolution at the end of the passage?

• The events in the story lead the characters to realize that while living away from home is great, there is nothing like visiting with family.

• The events in the story lead the characters to realize that they do not want to go home next year and will spend the holiday together in their new home.

• The events in the story lead the characters to realize that they want everyone to be happy so they will extend their trip home next year so they don’t feel as rushed.

• The events in the story lead the characters to realize that they would rather spend less time running around with their families and more time appreciating their home.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Based on the information presented in the passages, what would the authors “Tree-House Living” and “Home, Sweet Home” agree make a home a pleasant place to live?

• a comfortable environment

• the feeling of being “away from it all”

• the presence of family

• a meal with loved ones

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Exploring the Louisiana Purchase

What does the word indigenous mean as it is used in paragraph 1?

• foreign

• native

• friendly

• occupied

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Exploring the Louisiana Purchase

Which paragraph from the passage most strongly suggests that the Lewis and Clark expedition was not the success they expected?

• Paragraph 2

• Paragraph 3

• Paragraph 4

• Paragraph 5

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CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

from Thomas Jefferson’s First Inaugural Speech

Read the excerpt from the passage.

We are all republicans: we are all federalists. (paragraph 1)

What rhetorical device does the speaker use in this sentence?

• simile (a comparison of two unlike things using “like,” “than,” or “as.” The words “like,” “than,” or “as” are not used, nor are two things being compared)

• paradox (a contradictory statement. This statement does not contradict itself.)

• metaphor (a comparison of two unlike things. Two things are not compared.)

• parallelism (the use of repeated grammatical structure within a sentence.)

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

What change, if any, is necessary in the underlined portion in the following passage?

The last state to join the Confederacy, Tennessee declared secession in June of 1861 by means of a ballot referrendum, yet much of eastern Tennessee, where Scott County was located, was against secession. (paragraph 1)

• referendem

• referendum

• referrendem

• correct as is

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4