Exploring Earth's Extremes Quiz

What is the main idea of the passage about the Mariana Trench?

• The Mariana Trench is the deepest part of the ocean and is located near the Mariana Islands.

• Mount Everest is the highest point on Earth.

• The Mariana Trench is a popular tourist destination.

• The Himalaya Mountains are near the border of China and Nepal.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

How does the author support the point that the Mariana Trench is extremely deep?

• By comparing it to the height of Mount Everest.

• By describing the location of the Mariana Islands.

• By explaining the history of the trench.

• By discussing the wildlife found in the trench.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What is the meaning of the word "chronology" as used in the context of text structure?

• A comparison of two things.

• The order in which events happen.

• A cause and effect relationship.

• A problem and solution format.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

Which detail from the text helps explain why the Mariana Trench is difficult to explore?

• It is located near the Mariana Islands.

• It is almost 7 miles deep.

• It is 1,554 miles long.

• It is 45 miles wide.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Describe the structure of the passage about the Mariana Trench.

• Chronological order of events.

• Comparison between two locations.

• Cause and effect relationship.

• Problem and solution.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What inference can be made about the difficulty of reaching the Challenger Deep?

• It is easy to reach because it is near Guam.

• It is difficult to reach due to its depth and location.

• It is frequently visited by tourists.

• It is located in a shallow part of the ocean.

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CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

What is the main idea of the second paragraph of the passage?

• The Mariana Trench is located near China and Japan.

• The Mariana Trench is extremely long and wide.

• The Mariana Trench is a popular tourist destination.

• The Mariana Trench is home to many marine species.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

How does the author use evidence to support the claim that the Mariana Trench is vast?

• By providing measurements of its length and width.

• By describing the wildlife found there.

• By discussing its historical significance.

• By comparing it to other trenches.

What does the phrase "brisk pace" mean in the context of the passage?

• A slow and steady walk.

• A quick and energetic walk.

• A leisurely stroll.

• A run or sprint.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

Which of the following is a key detail that supports the main idea of the passage?

• The Mariana Trench is located near the Mariana Islands.

• The trench is 1,554 miles long.

• The trench is a popular tourist destination.

• The trench is home to many marine species.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RI.5.2