Analyzing Text Structures and Perspectives

Compare and contrast the structure of a poem and a short story. How does the structure of each contribute to its meaning and style?

• The poem's structure allows for more detailed character development, while the short story's structure focuses on rhythm and meter.

• The poem's structure emphasizes rhythm and meter, while the short story's structure allows for more detailed character development.

• Both structures emphasize rhythm and meter equally.

• Neither structure contributes to the meaning and style of the text.

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CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Analyze how the differing points of view of two characters in a novel create suspense. Provide examples from the text to support your analysis.

• The characters' points of view are identical, which reduces suspense.

• The differing points of view create suspense by revealing information to the reader that the characters are unaware of.

• The differing points of view create humor rather than suspense.

• The points of view do not affect the suspense in the novel.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports the inference that a character is feeling guilty.

• The character smiles and laughs with friends.

• The character avoids eye contact and fidgets nervously.

• The character confidently speaks in front of a crowd.

• The character is described as feeling happy and carefree.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Determine the central idea of a nonfiction text about climate change and analyze its development over the course of the text.

• The central idea is that climate change is a myth, and the text provides no evidence to support this.

• The central idea is that climate change is a natural process, and the text develops this idea by discussing historical climate patterns.

• The central idea is that climate change is caused by human activity, and the text develops this idea by presenting scientific evidence and expert opinions.

• The central idea is that climate change is irrelevant, and the text does not develop this idea further.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

Compare and contrast the structure of a biography and an autobiography. How does the structure of each contribute to its meaning and style?

• Both structures focus on the author's life experiences equally.

• The biography's structure allows for an objective perspective, while the autobiography's structure provides a personal perspective.

• The autobiography's structure allows for an objective perspective, while the biography's structure provides a personal perspective.

• Neither structure contributes to the meaning and style of the text.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports the analysis that a character is determined to succeed.

• The character gives up easily when faced with challenges.

• The character consistently works hard and overcomes obstacles.

• The character is indifferent to success and failure.

• The character relies on others to achieve success.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Determine the central idea of a nonfiction text about space exploration and analyze its development over the course of the text.

• The central idea is that space exploration is unnecessary, and the text provides no evidence to support this.

• The central idea is that space exploration is dangerous, and the text develops this idea by discussing past accidents.

• The central idea is that space exploration is essential for scientific advancement, and the text develops this idea by highlighting discoveries and technological innovations.

• The central idea is that space exploration is a waste of resources, and the text does not develop this idea further.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

By the end of the year, students should be able to read and comprehend a literary nonfiction text about the Civil Rights Movement. What strategies can be used to achieve this proficiency?

• Rely solely on reading the text without any additional resources.

• Use scaffolding techniques such as guided reading questions and discussions to enhance understanding.

• Avoid reading nonfiction texts and focus only on fiction.

• Read the text once without any follow-up activities.

Analyze how the differing points of view of the narrator and the audience create suspense in a mystery novel. Provide examples from the text to support your analysis.

• The narrator and audience have the same information, which reduces suspense.

• The differing points of view create suspense by revealing clues to the audience that the narrator is unaware of.

• The differing points of view create humor rather than suspense.

• The points of view do not affect the suspense in the novel.

Evaluate the impact of technological advancements on space exploration. How have these advancements shaped current missions?

• Technological advancements have enabled more complex and longer missions, enhancing our understanding of space.

• Technological advancements have had no impact on space exploration.

• Technological advancements have made space exploration more expensive and less efficient.

• Technological advancements have only been beneficial for terrestrial applications, not space exploration.