ELPAC Part 2

What is the main idea of the essay?

• Kids spend a lot of time playing video games.

• Kids who play video games are good at math.

• Video games are fun and help students learn.

• Video games help students practice teamwork.

First, read the definitions for the word allow. allow v. 1. to give permission

2. to make something possible

3. to fail to keep something from happening

4. to accept

Video games also allow you to be creative.

Which definition BEST fits the meaning of the word allow in the sentence?

• definition 1

• definition 2

• definition 3

• definition 4

Read this sentence from paragraph 3. Kids would want to learn more, so they can level up. What is another way of stating this idea?

• Kids like to beat their classmates at video games.

• Kids enjoy video games more than math.

• Video games are better than teachers.

• Video games motivate kids to learn.

Which sentence BEST explains how video games can help students improve their math skills?

• Games let you learn how to solve problems, see how well you are doing, have fun, and work with a team.

• Some games let you unlock levels, solve puzzles, or even build cities.

• If you beat a level in a math game, you can go to the next level.

• If it’s fun to practice math facts, you will practice and learn more.

Read this sentence from paragraph 4.

Playing video games make kids want to learn.

Choose the correct option to replace the underlined word.

• makes

• to make

• making

• be made

Which statement is MOST LIKELY true?

• The student writer makes good grades.

• The student writer has many friends.

• The student writer plays video games.

• The student writer wants to be a math teacher.

What is the main theme of the story?

• Learning about ancestors can be interesting.

• Working hard at something can be very rewarding.

• Enjoying activities together can make relationships stronger.

• Technology can make it easier to keep in touch with friends.

What word best describes Ethan’s attitude at the beginning of the story?

• disappointed

• independent

• confident

• distant

Why does Ethan’s mother sigh in paragraph 5?

• She is frustrated that Ethan is not talking to her.

• She is annoyed that Ethan brought his phone to school.

• She is unhappy because she misses Ethan’s grandmother.

• She is tired and not looking forward to driving for a long time.

What can be inferred about Ethan during the car ride to the supermarket?

• He was looking forward to baking with his mom.

• He was expecting to go to a new supermarket.

• He spent the whole time using his phone.

• He was listening to music on his phone.