Main Ideas from Informational Text

Part 1: Eyewitness Account – Sarah Martinez

Eyewitness Account: Sarah Martinez

Severe Storm Event – July 2023

When I stepped outside to take a walk, I noticed dark clouds rolling in, but I thought it was just a passing shower. As I continued down the street, the wind began to pick up, and I could smell rain in the air. By the time I reached the park, I saw trees swaying violently, and I knew something was wrong. People were rushing to find shelter, and I could hear distant thunder rumbling.

As I moved toward the nearest building, I saw a couple of people trying to hold down a large umbrella that was flipping inside out. I started to feel nervous because the sky looked more ominous. I finally made it inside just as the heavy rain started to fall. Peering out the window, I watched as debris flew through the air, and I realized that this storm was more severe than I had anticipated.

Which of the following sentences has an inappropriate shift in verb tense? (ELAGSE5L1d)

• Sarah remembered seeing the storm clouds gather as she took a walk.

• When Sarah stepped outside, she noticed dark clouds rolling in.

• Sarah saw people rushing to find shelter when the rain started.

• As she approached the park, she notices the wind picking up.

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What is the best way to reduce the following sentence to make it clear and to the point? (ELAGSE5L3a) Sarah felt worried and nervous as the storm approached, but she had no idea how severe it would become.

• Sarah was anxious about the approaching storm's severity.

• Sarah felt worried as the storm approached.

• The storm was approaching, and Sarah was nervous.

• Sarah had no idea how severe the storm would become.

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Eyewitness Account: Sarah Martinez

Severe Storm Event – July 2023

When I stepped outside to take a walk, I noticed dark clouds rolling in, but I thought it was just a passing shower. As I continued down the street, the wind began to pick up, and I could smell rain in the air. By the time I reached the park, I saw trees swaying violently, and I knew something was wrong. People were rushing to find shelter, and I could hear distant thunder rumbling.

As I moved toward the nearest building, I saw a couple of people trying to hold down a large umbrella that was flipping inside out. I started to feel nervous because the sky looked more ominous. I finally made it inside just as the heavy rain started to fall. Peering out the window, I watched as debris flew through the air, and I realized that this storm was more severe than I had anticipated.

Which two statements are main ideas of Sarah Martinez’s eyewitness account? (Choose two answers)

• Sarah assumed the dark clouds would pass without rain.

• Sarah noticed that people were trying to find shelter from the storm.

• Sarah realized the storm was worse than she initially thought.

• Sarah saw a couple of people struggling with an umbrella.

• Sarah felt nervous as she observed the approaching storm.

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Eyewitness Account: Sarah Martinez

Severe Storm Event – July 2023

When I stepped outside to take a walk, I noticed dark clouds rolling in, but I thought it was just a passing shower. As I continued down the street, the wind began to pick up, and I could smell rain in the air. By the time I reached the park, I saw trees swaying violently, and I knew something was wrong. People were rushing to find shelter, and I could hear distant thunder rumbling.

As I moved toward the nearest building, I saw a couple of people trying to hold down a large umbrella that was flipping inside out. I started to feel nervous because the sky looked more ominous. I finally made it inside just as the heavy rain started to fall. Peering out the window, I watched as debris flew through the air, and I realized that this storm was more severe than I had anticipated.

Summarize Sarah Martinez's eyewitness account. Use details from the text to support your summary. (ELAGSERI2)

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Part 2: Email Transcript – Jamie Chen

Email Transcript: Jamie Chen – Storm Victim

This is an email conversation between Jamie Chen and her friend. Jamie was caught in the storm while attending a concert.
At 5:05 PM, Jamie’s friend texted her, “Jamie, are you okay? I heard the storm is really bad.”
At 5:07 PM, Jamie replied, “I’m stuck outside! There’s so much wind and rain.”
Then her friend asked, “Can you find somewhere safe to go?”
Jamie replied, “No, it’s chaotic here! Everyone is running!”
At 5:15 PM, her friend texted, “Stay safe! Do you need help?”
Jamie responded, “I can’t move! I’m just trying to stay dry under a tree.”
That was the last message Jamie sent before losing connection.

Which of the following statements best identifies the main idea of the emails sent and received by Jamie Chen?

• Jamie was stuck outside during the storm.

• Jamie’s friend was concerned about her safety.

• Jamie enjoyed attending the concert before the storm hit.

• Jamie felt calm despite the storm’s chaos.

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Email Transcript: Jamie Chen – Storm Victim

This is an email conversation between Jamie Chen and her friend. Jamie was caught in the storm while attending a concert.
At 5:05 PM, Jamie’s friend texted her, “Jamie, are you okay? I heard the storm is really bad.”
At 5:07 PM, Jamie replied, “I’m stuck outside! There’s so much wind and rain.”
Then her friend asked, “Can you find somewhere safe to go?”
Jamie replied, “No, it’s chaotic here! Everyone is running!”
At 5:15 PM, her friend texted, “Stay safe! Do you need help?”
Jamie responded, “I can’t move! I’m just trying to stay dry under a tree.”
That was the last message Jamie sent before losing connection.

Which of the following details from the text best supports the main idea of the emails sent and received by Jamie Chen? (ELAGSE5RI2)

• I can’t move! I’m just trying to stay dry under a tree.

• Do you need help?

• There’s so much wind and rain.

• Stay safe!

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Severe Storm Event – July 2023

When I stepped outside to take a walk, I noticed dark clouds rolling in, but I thought it was just a passing shower. As I continued down the street, the wind began to pick up, and I could smell rain in the air. By the time I reached the park, I saw trees swaying violently, and I knew something was wrong. People were rushing to find shelter, and I could hear distant thunder rumbling.

As I moved toward the nearest building, I saw a couple of people trying to hold down a large umbrella that was flipping inside out. I started to feel nervous because the sky looked more ominous. I finally made it inside just as the heavy rain started to fall. Peering out the window, I watched as debris flew through the air, and I realized that this storm was more severe than I had anticipated.

Email Transcript: Jamie Chen – Storm Victim

This is an email conversation between Jamie Chen and her friend. Jamie was caught in the storm while attending a concert.
At 5:05 PM, Jamie’s friend texted her, “Jamie, are you okay? I heard the storm is really bad.”
At 5:07 PM, Jamie replied, “I’m stuck outside! There’s so much wind and rain.”
Then her friend asked, “Can you find somewhere safe to go?”
Jamie replied, “No, it’s chaotic here! Everyone is running!”
At 5:15 PM, her friend texted, “Stay safe! Do you need help?”
Jamie responded, “I can’t move! I’m just trying to stay dry under a tree.”
That was the last message Jamie sent before losing connection.

Why would the author’s perspective be different in the two versions of the storm event? (ELAGSE5RI6)

• Both Sarah Martinez and Jamie Chen had similar experiences during the storm.

• Sarah’s perspective is different because she was indoors while Jamie was outside.

• Jamie’s perspective is different because she was not aware of the storm’s severity until it was too late.

• Both Sarah and Jamie were unaware of the approaching storm, leading to similar experiences.

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Eyewitness Account: Sarah Martinez

Severe Storm Event – July 2023

When I stepped outside to take a walk, I noticed dark clouds rolling in, but I thought it was just a passing shower. As I continued down the street, the wind began to pick up, and I could smell rain in the air. By the time I reached the park, I saw trees swaying violently, and I knew something was wrong. People were rushing to find shelter, and I could hear distant thunder rumbling.

As I moved toward the nearest building, I saw a couple of people trying to hold down a large umbrella that was flipping inside out. I started to feel nervous because the sky looked more ominous. I finally made it inside just as the heavy rain started to fall. Peering out the window, I watched as debris flew through the air, and I realized that this storm was more severe than I had anticipated.

Email Transcript: Jamie Chen – Storm Victim

This is an email conversation between Jamie Chen and her friend. Jamie was caught in the storm while attending a concert.
At 5:05 PM, Jamie’s friend texted her, “Jamie, are you okay? I heard the storm is really bad.”
At 5:07 PM, Jamie replied, “I’m stuck outside! There’s so much wind and rain.”
Then her friend asked, “Can you find somewhere safe to go?”
Jamie replied, “No, it’s chaotic here! Everyone is running!”
At 5:15 PM, her friend texted, “Stay safe! Do you need help?”
Jamie responded, “I can’t move! I’m just trying to stay dry under a tree.”
That was the last message Jamie sent before losing connection.

Why does Jamie Chen’s point of view seem more urgent than Sarah Martinez’s? (ELAGSE5RI6)

• Jamie was at a concert when the storm hit.

• Jamie was with friends during the storm.

• Jamie was trapped outside without shelter.

• Jamie had a clear view of the storm's progression.

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Eyewitness Account: Sarah Martinez

Severe Storm Event – July 2023

When I stepped outside to take a walk, I noticed dark clouds rolling in, but I thought it was just a passing shower. As I continued down the street, the wind began to pick up, and I could smell rain in the air. By the time I reached the park, I saw trees swaying violently, and I knew something was wrong. People were rushing to find shelter, and I could hear distant thunder rumbling.

As I moved toward the nearest building, I saw a couple of people trying to hold down a large umbrella that was flipping inside out. I started to feel nervous because the sky looked more ominous. I finally made it inside just as the heavy rain started to fall. Peering out the window, I watched as debris flew through the air, and I realized that this storm was more severe than I had anticipated.

Email Transcript: Jamie Chen – Storm Victim

This is an email conversation between Jamie Chen and her friend. Jamie was caught in the storm while attending a concert.
At 5:05 PM, Jamie’s friend texted her, “Jamie, are you okay? I heard the storm is really bad.”
At 5:07 PM, Jamie replied, “I’m stuck outside! There’s so much wind and rain.”
Then her friend asked, “Can you find somewhere safe to go?”
Jamie replied, “No, it’s chaotic here! Everyone is running!”
At 5:15 PM, her friend texted, “Stay safe! Do you need help?”
Jamie responded, “I can’t move! I’m just trying to stay dry under a tree.”
That was the last message Jamie sent before losing connection.

Which of the following is a difference between Sarah Martinez’s and Jamie Chen’s accounts? (ELAGSE5RI6)

• Sarah was inside a building while Jamie was outside.

• Jamie felt calm during the storm, while Sarah was nervous.

• Sarah knew the storm was coming, while Jamie did not.

• Jamie was with a group, while Sarah was alone.

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Eyewitness Account: Sarah Martinez

Severe Storm Event – July 2023

When I stepped outside to take a walk, I noticed dark clouds rolling in, but I thought it was just a passing shower. As I continued down the street, the wind began to pick up, and I could smell rain in the air. By the time I reached the park, I saw trees swaying violently, and I knew something was wrong. People were rushing to find shelter, and I could hear distant thunder rumbling.

As I moved toward the nearest building, I saw a couple of people trying to hold down a large umbrella that was flipping inside out. I started to feel nervous because the sky looked more ominous. I finally made it inside just as the heavy rain started to fall. Peering out the window, I watched as debris flew through the air, and I realized that this storm was more severe than I had anticipated.

Email Transcript: Jamie Chen – Storm Victim

This is an email conversation between Jamie Chen and her friend. Jamie was caught in the storm while attending a concert.
At 5:05 PM, Jamie’s friend texted her, “Jamie, are you okay? I heard the storm is really bad.”
At 5:07 PM, Jamie replied, “I’m stuck outside! There’s so much wind and rain.”
Then her friend asked, “Can you find somewhere safe to go?”
Jamie replied, “No, it’s chaotic here! Everyone is running!”
At 5:15 PM, her friend texted, “Stay safe! Do you need help?”
Jamie responded, “I can’t move! I’m just trying to stay dry under a tree.”
That was the last message Jamie sent before losing connection.

Analyze the two accounts of the storm event. Which of the following is a similarity between Sarah Martinez’s and Jamie Chen’s accounts? (ELAGSE5RI6)

• Both accounts describe the sound of thunder.

• Both accounts mention struggling with bad weather.

• Both accounts detail seeing debris flying in the wind.

• Both accounts describe the feeling of urgency and fear.

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