Surviving Mt Everest

According to the graphic feature "Survival Equipment," how do climbers use trekking poles?

• to break up ice

• to stay balanced

• to protect against the cold

• to signal to other climbers

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

What is the primary theme of the story 'Surviving Mt Everest'?

• Adventure and exploration

• Survival and resilience

• Friendship and loyalty

• Mystery and suspense

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which literary device is predominantly used in the phrase 'the mountain's icy grip'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

In the context of 'Surviving Mt Everest', what does the term 'base camp' refer to?

• A temporary shelter for climbers

• The summit of the mountain

• A training ground for beginners

• A rescue station

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

Identify the correct sentence structure: 'Despite the harsh conditions, the climbers continued their ascent.'

• Simple sentence

• Compound sentence

• Complex sentence

• Compound-complex sentence

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CCSS.RF.2.3E

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

What is the main conflict in 'Surviving Mt Everest'?

• Man vs. Nature

• Man vs. Man

• Man vs. Self

• Man vs. Society

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

Choose the correct vocabulary word: 'The climbers faced numerous _______ on their journey to the summit.'

• obstacles

• opportunities

• celebrations

• rewards

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CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Which character trait is most essential for surviving Mt Everest according to the story?

• Bravery

• Intelligence

• Patience

• Compassion

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

What is the significance of the 'Sherpa' in the story 'Surviving Mt Everest'?

• They are the main antagonists

• They guide and assist climbers

• They are the mountain's spirits

• They provide food and shelter

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which of the following best describes the tone of 'Surviving Mt Everest'?

• Optimistic

• Tense

• Humorous

• Melancholic

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CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4