DA Review - Informational Texts

Read the following passage and make an inference: "The sky was overcast, and the wind howled through the trees. Sarah pulled her coat tighter around her as she hurried home." What can you infer about the weather?

• It is a sunny day.

• It is likely cold and windy.

• It is raining heavily.

• It is a warm evening.

Answer explanation

The passage describes an overcast sky and howling wind, suggesting a cold and windy atmosphere. Sarah pulling her coat tighter indicates she is feeling the chill, making 'likely cold and windy' the best inference.

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TEKS.ELA.8.5F

Which detail from the text best supports the idea that the main character is feeling anxious?

• "He walked slowly down the street."

• "His hands were shaking as he reached for the door."

• "The sun was setting in the distance."

• "Birds were chirping in the trees."

Answer explanation

The detail "His hands were shaking as he reached for the door" clearly indicates anxiety, as physical symptoms like shaking often accompany nervousness. This choice directly illustrates the main character's anxious state.

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TEKS.ELA.8.5F

Evaluate the following details to determine the key idea: "The company has increased its profits by 20% this year, expanded its workforce, and opened new offices in three countries."

• The company is struggling financially.

• The company is experiencing significant growth.

• The company is reducing its workforce.

• The company is closing offices.

Answer explanation

The details indicate a 20% profit increase, workforce expansion, and new offices, all of which suggest that the company is experiencing significant growth, not struggling or reducing its workforce.

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TEKS.ELA.8.5G

What is the key idea of the paragraph: "The new policy aims to reduce waste by encouraging recycling, composting, and the use of reusable materials. It also includes penalties for excessive waste production."

• The policy is about increasing waste production.

• The policy focuses on waste reduction and sustainability.

• The policy encourages the use of disposable materials.

• The policy is about increasing penalties for all activities.

Answer explanation

The paragraph highlights a new policy aimed at reducing waste through recycling, composting, and reusable materials, indicating a focus on sustainability, making 'The policy focuses on waste reduction and sustainability' the correct choice.

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TEKS.ELA.8.5G

Synthesize the information from the two articles to create a new understanding: Article 1 discusses the benefits of exercise on mental health, while Article 2 highlights the importance of a balanced diet for physical health.

• Exercise is more important than diet.

• Both exercise and a balanced diet are crucial for overall well-being.

• Diet is more important than exercise.

• Neither exercise nor diet is important.

Answer explanation

Both articles emphasize the significance of exercise for mental health and a balanced diet for physical health, indicating that both are essential components for overall well-being.

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TEKS.ELA.8.5H

After reading the text, what new understanding can you synthesize about the impact of technology on education?

• Technology has no impact on education.

• Technology only negatively impacts education.

• Technology enhances learning opportunities and access to information.

• Technology makes education more difficult.

Answer explanation

The correct choice highlights that technology enhances learning opportunities and access to information, allowing students to engage with resources and tools that improve their educational experience.

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TEKS.ELA.8.5H

Use text evidence to support the response: "Why did the character decide to leave the city?"

• "The city was bustling with life."

• "He longed for the peace and quiet of the countryside."

• "He enjoyed the city's nightlife."

• "The city offered many job opportunities."

Answer explanation

The character decided to leave the city because "he longed for the peace and quiet of the countryside," indicating a desire for tranquility that the bustling city life could not provide.

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TEKS.ELA.8.6C

What text evidence supports the conclusion that the protagonist is brave?

• "She hesitated at the door."

• "She faced the dragon without fear."

• "She ran away from the challenge."

• "She avoided the confrontation."

Answer explanation

The text evidence "She faced the dragon without fear" clearly demonstrates the protagonist's bravery, as confronting a dragon is a significant challenge that requires courage.

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TEKS.ELA.8.6C

Identify the organizational pattern used in the text: "First, the seeds are planted. Next, they are watered regularly. Finally, the plants are harvested."

• Cause and effect

• Problem and solution

• Chronological order

• Compare and contrast

Answer explanation

The text describes a sequence of actions in the order they occur: planting seeds, watering them, and harvesting the plants. This clear progression indicates a chronological order, making it the correct organizational pattern.

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TEKS.ELA.8.8D.III

What organizational pattern is used in the passage: "While both cats and dogs make great pets, cats are more independent, whereas dogs require more attention and exercise."

• Cause and effect

• Problem and solution

• Chronological order

• Compare and contrast

Answer explanation

The passage compares and contrasts cats and dogs as pets, highlighting their differences in independence and attention needs. This clearly indicates a compare and contrast organizational pattern.

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TEKS.ELA.8.8D.III