Benchmark Advance

Feathers are mostly made of________________.

• paper

• keratin

• wool

• bone

Which sentence from the story BEST supports the answer to Part A?

• "They hiked down the trail to the canyon."

• "Julia hopped out of the water and crossed the sand in three broad strides."

• "When the sisters returned to the campsite, their father noticed Julia's bare feet."

• "Before their father could reply, Elena spoke up."

Which sentence is the BEST summary of paragraphs 10-11?

• The girls return safely, and Julia admits that she made a mistake.

• Julia and Elena claim they are the best hikers around.

• Julia plans to go on another hike, but Elena does not want to go.

• The girls' father explains why the mother bear might be frightened.

What do paragraphs 9 and 10 show about Elena’s view towards her sister’s actions at the creek?

• Elena wants her sister to be yelled at by her father.

• Elena wants her father to take it easy on Julia because she was brave.

• Elena doesn’t care what happens with her sister.

• Elena is angry that her sister went into the creek.

How does the description of their father’s expectations for them while at the campsite in paragraph 1 add to the plot?

• It shows that their father is glad that they want to explore the mountains, by going on a hike.

• It shows that their father doesn’t care about where the girls go or what they do.

• It shows that their father doesn't want them to go to the creek because of the weather.

• It shows that their father cares about their well-being and wants them to learn to protect themselves.

Which sentence from the text BEST illustrates the theme of perseverance in 'Benchmark Advance'?

• A) 'The students worked tirelessly to complete their project.'

• B) 'The teacher gave up on the lesson plan.'

• C) 'The class decided to take a break and relax.'

• D) 'The principal canceled the school event.'

What is the primary purpose of the 'Benchmark Advance' curriculum?

• A) To provide a comprehensive English language arts program.

• B) To teach advanced mathematics concepts.

• C) To focus solely on historical events.

• D) To explore scientific theories.

Which literary device is most prominently used in the 'Benchmark Advance' reading materials?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Hyperbole

• C) Alliteration

• D) Onomatopoeia

In 'Benchmark Advance', how does the author develop the character of the protagonist?

• A) Through detailed descriptions and inner thoughts.

• B) By focusing on the antagonist's perspective.

• C) By ignoring the protagonist's background.

• D) Through random events unrelated to the plot.

Which sentence from 'Benchmark Advance' BEST supports the theme of teamwork?

• A) 'The group collaborated to solve the problem.'

• B) 'The individual worked alone in silence.'

• C) 'The team members argued constantly.'

• D) 'The leader decided to take all the credit.'