2024 NYS ELA Passage 1

Which detail from paragraph 3 best helps the reader understand the meaning of the phrase "well turned-out"?

• sound of drumming hooves

• pranced down the ramp

• his shabby winter coat

• feverishly he pawed the ground

How do paragraphs 3 and 11 develop an idea in the story?

• They show how Tom changes his mind about Chancey.

• They explain the cause and effect of Chancey’s arrival.

• They reveal why Tom wanted to train Chancey himself.

• They compare how Chancey looked at different times.

Paragraphs 14 and 18 are important to understanding Chancey because they show that he

• can be a calm and friendly animal

• is confused about his new home

• will be easy to train and care for

• understands that Tom has to leave

Tom and Nick are similar in the story because they both

• are eager to clip Chancey and make him look his best

• learn about Chancey from the man who drove him

• know how to make Chancey feel appreciated

• show confidence in the effort to help Chancey

How does paragraph 19 help the reader understand the story?

• It explains the reason why Tom spends time at the stable by suggesting that his mother does not like horses.

• It reveals more about Tom’s character by describing how important spending time at the stable is to him.

• It shows a resolution to Tom’s problem by showing that he only leaves the stable once Chancey is comfortable.

• It tells the effect of Chancey coming to the stable by explaining that Tom no longer wants to spend time at home.

Which sentence best expresses a theme of the story?

• Patience and hard work teach responsibility.

• Giving advice to others in unexpected situations is not always helpful.

• Situations that seem difficult at first may be better than they appear.

• Being kind to others helps them realize their mistakes.

Scientists who have studied horses believe that they are able to understand the moods of the people around them. How does this idea best connect to the details in the story?

• The workers at the stable are frightened by how poorly Chancey behaves.

• Chancey is relaxed and comfortable when Tom brushes him and speaks nicely to him.

• Chancey is nervous and upset during his trip to the stable in a trailer.

• Nick is confident Chancey will behave better once the horse has time to be alone.