Playing for Peace

Read these sentences from the selection.

This means that attempting to solve one problem can trigger or

affect another problem. (paragraph 2) They end up considering deep moral questions in the process and thinking critically about the possible outcomes of their decisions.

(paragraph 4)

These sentences help the reader understand that playing the World Peace Game —

• can be an intense experience for players as they consider the impact of their choices

• often leads players to become discouraged by the results of their choices

• can be frustrating to many of the players because of its complexity

• often results in players changing what they value in life

What is the best summary of the selection?

• John Hunter, a fourth-grade teacher, created the World Peace Game in 1978. In the game the students find solutions to world problems. His students spend eight weeks each year playing the game. The World Peace Game has attracted the attention of many different people around the world.

• In 1978 teacher John Hunter created the World Peace Game and shared it with his students. The game requires students to collaborate in order to solve simulated world problems. The game has attracted the interest of people all over the world. Hunter hopes playing the game will have a positive, lifelong impact on students.

• Every year teacher John Hunter’s students play the World Peace Game in his fourth-grade class. In the game students are assigned to a country and make decisions that will solve problems their country faces. Students must work together to solve the problems in the game. When all the problems are solved, the game is over.

• Since 1978 teacher John Hunter’s students have been playing the World Peace Game. The game has gained Hunter attention from TV producers, and students around the world are now playing it. Hunter and his class have even been asked to explain the rules and purpose of the game to U.S. government officials.

Hunter most likely believes that students who play the World Peace Game will —

• be motivated to find careers that are involved with promoting world peace

• think of new rules and scenarios for the game as they play

• be more aware of the events taking place in the world around them

• create their own version of the game to share with their friends and families

Read these sentences from the selection.

This means that attempting to solve one problem can trigger or affect another problem. (paragraph 2)

They end up considering deep moral questions in the process and thinking critically about the possible outcomes of their decisions. (paragraph 4)

These sentences help the reader understand that playing the World Peace Game —

• can be an intense experience for players as they consider the impact of their choices

• often leads players to become discouraged by the results of their choices

• can be frustrating to many of the players because of its complexity

• often results in players changing what they value in life

Read these sentences from the selection. This means that attempting to solve one problem can trigger or affect another problem. (paragraph 2) They end up considering deep moral questions in the process and thinking critically about the possible outcomes of their decisions. (paragraph 4) These sentences help the reader understand that playing the World Peace Game —

• can be an intense experience for players as they consider the impact of their choices

• often leads players to become discouraged by the results of their choices

• can be frustrating to many of the players because of its complexity

• often results in players changing what they value in life

Hunter most likely believes that students who play the World Peace Game will —

• motivated to find careers that are involved with promoting world peace

• think of new rules and scenarios for the game as they play

• be more aware of the events taking place in the world around them

• create their own version of the game to share with their friends and families

What is the main theme of the 'Playing for Peace' initiative?

• Promoting global harmony through sports

• Encouraging competitive sportsmanship

• Focusing on individual athletic achievement

• Developing professional sports leagues

Which literary device is primarily used in the phrase 'Playing for Peace'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Alliteration

• Personification

In the context of 'Playing for Peace', what does the word 'peace' most likely refer to?

• A state of tranquility

• A sports competition

• A type of game

• A musical performance

How does 'Playing for Peace' aim to resolve conflicts?

• Through dialogue and understanding

• By organizing competitive events

• By focusing on individual achievements

• Through financial incentives