Comprehension 10

What was the primary benefit of the printing press?

• It reduced the cost of paper.

• It allowed books to be copied by hand faster.

• It made books more affordable and accessible.

• It improved handwriting quality.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Which historical period did the printing press significantly impact?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Renaissance

• The Middle Ages

• The Space Age

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CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What does the phrase “democratized access to information” most nearly mean?

• Restricted knowledge to scholars.

• Made information accessible to more people.

• Banned books for common people.

• Limited access to libraries

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following was not influenced by the printing press?

• The Reformation

• The Scientific Revolution

• The Age of Exploration

• The Renaissance

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

According to the passage, how did the printing press contribute to communication?

• By making books larger and more decorative.

• By providing a foundation for modern communication.

• By eliminating the need for books altogether.

• By discouraging the sharing of ideas.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the primary concern discussed in the passage?

• Political resistance to policies

• Climate change and its impacts

• Economic inequality

• Renewable energy sources

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following is a sign of climate change mentioned in the passage?

• Economic inequality

• Deforestation

• Melting polar ice caps

• Overpopulation

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is one suggested way to mitigate climate change?

• Increasing fossil fuel usage

• Promoting sustainable practices

• Expanding urban development

• Reducing access to renewable energy

According to the passage, what is a challenge to addressing climate change?

• A lack of scientific research

• The absence of public interest

• Economic inequality

• Excessive progress in renewable energy

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the tone of the passage?

• Alarmist

• Neutral and informative

• Pessimistic

• Enthusiastic

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4