Text Dependent Questions

Cite evidence from the text (go to the article and find a quote) that supports the fact that Malala felt bold and determined after the shooting.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Give specific evidence from the article that proves Malala is courageous and resolute.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What does the word “ethics” most closely mean as it is used in paragraph 6? (Go to the article and read the sentences around the word "ethics")

• An understanding between right and wrong

• Ability to commit violent acts

• Dishonesty

• A sense of cruelty and hatred

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which phrase from the text provides the best clue to the meaning of the word “ethics” as it is used in paragraph 6?

• “Even terrorists”

• “Destroyed some 1,500 schools”

• “They never injured a child”

• “She was a child”

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

The article author features quotes and insight from Mr. Yousafzai, Malala's father. What does Mr. Yousafzai's insight give to the reader?

• It allows readers to see that Malala achieved so much due to her strict upbringing and disciplined education.

• It implies that Malala should not be treated as a hero because she is just an ordinary girl with the same problems and concerns as other young women.

• It suggests that Malala’s father does not deserve much credit for raising her.

• It provides the perspective of someone who knows her well, and emphasizes the importance of encouraging educational equality.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Why is the article arranged the way it is?

• To show how producers were able to handle the problem of blabbing actors and present their solution.

• To explain how much money the producers are planning to make.

• To show the cause and effect relationship among the actors

• To explain the events that led to the creation of the film.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

How do the text sections convey meaning to the article?

• The subheading shows Cumberbatch’s general secret-keeping success.

• The subheading changes the context of the article.

• The subheading conveys his failure at protecting the secrets.

• The subheading does not change the tone of the article.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

What is the central idea of the text "Chocolate from Children"?

• Children work for cocoa farmers because they think that it will be safe and fun.

• Children are paid well for the dangerous work they do picking cocoa beans for chocolate.

• Children are forced to pick cocoa beans for chocolate because adults cannot do the work.

• Children work in unsafe environments for little or no money to pick cocoa beans for chocolate.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which detail from the text best supports the central idea of the text?

• “Have you had some chocolate recently? Most Americans eat about 12 pounds of it each year!” (Paragraph 1)

• “They sleep in dirty rooms, work 12-hour days without pay, are fed very little, and are sometimes whipped.” (Paragraph 3)

• “Without help from their children, the farmers would not be able to buy food.” (Paragraph 4)

• “The Rainforest Alliance is also working to improve life for farmers, teaching them ways to protect soils, waterways, and wildlife while increasing their yields”

  (Paragraph 7)

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

What is the meaning of “eliminate” in paragraph 5?

• to lessen

• to punish

• to get rid of

• to make better

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4