Reading Bank 9

In Passage 1, what is the author’s attitude about volunteering?

• It might help a little.

• It can fix everything.

• It is important and helpful.

• It may cause some problems.

Select the sentence from paragraph 2 of Passage 1 that tells a reason why an area hit by a storm takes time to recover.

• Bouncing back from a bad storm takes time.

• It can take weeks, months, or even years for people to recover from a bad storm.

• Some things may never be the same.

• Storms destroy homes, stores, bridges, and power lines, and these problems require a lot of time, money, and effort to fix.

What is the main idea of paragraph 5 in Passage 1?

• Pet sitting is a great way to volunteer after a storm.

• Volunteers need to learn new skills in order to help after a storm.

• Volunteers with different skills can all find some way to help after a storm.

• People who can repair and build homes are the most important volunteers after a storm.

Read this sentence from Passage 1. “These places will have a sign in the window to designate that they are drop-off centers.” (paragraph 4) What is the meaning of designate as it is used in this sentence?

• to increase

• to make easier

• to point out or show

• to attract or interest

Which link would be the most helpful for someone who is trying to complete the first step?

• GREET VISITORS

• OTHER WAYS TO HELP

• GUIDE A TOUR

• STATE PARKS

What is the meaning of conserve as it is used in this sentence from Passage 2? “The states own and protect land to conserve natural wonders for everyone’s enjoyment.” (paragraph 1)

• make plans to sell

• keep safe or use wisely

• hide from the public’s view

• change into something else

Based on the information in the “HOW TO VOLUNTEER” section in Passage 2, which step should children complete after having a parent sign a form?

• Fill out the student pages of the forms.

• Choose the kind of work you want to do.

• Locate a park where you want to volunteer.

• Call the park and request any Volunteer Forms you need.

In Passage 2, where can a person find volunteer opportunities that are just for students?

• in the sidebar under STATE PARKS

• in the sidebar under BE A PARK VOLUNTEER

• on the home page under INTRODUCTION

• on the home page under WHAT YOU CAN DO

Which two points are made in both passages?

• There are many ways to volunteer.

• Donating needed items is one way to help.

• Volunteering can be an enjoyable experience.

• Volunteers are needed after natural disasters.

• Communities count on volunteers to do the most difficult work.

What is a key detail that is included in Passage 1 that is not included in Passage 2?

• how children and teens can volunteer

• instructions on how to start volunteering

• a way to volunteer if you only have a little time

• how new volunteers learn how to do their jobs