Benchmark Review

Which is the best summary of the poem "Hot Chips: A Spicy Debate"?

• The poem describes how Hot Chips have a fiery crunch and explains why they are the best snack choice.

• The poem shows that people have different opinions about Hot Chips—some love their spicy flavor, while others find them too hot to enjoy.

• The poem tells a story about a kid who eats Hot Chips for the first time and regrets it.

• The poem warns readers about the dangers of eating spicy foods and encourages them to avoid Hot Chips.

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TX.LA.5.6.H

TX.LA.5.7.D

What is the most likely reason the poet includes the details in lines 6 through 8 of the poem "Hot Chips: A Spicy Debate"?

• To show how Hot Chips can cause an intense reaction for those who find them too spicy.

• To explain why Hot Chips are a popular and delicious snack for most people.

• To compare Hot Chips to other snacks that have a milder flavor.

• To persuade readers that Hot Chips are too spicy and should be avoided.

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TX.LA.5.10.A

In the article "How's It Made: Hot Chips," what is most likely the author's purpose for using a logical order structure?

• To show the reader a funny story about how Hot Chips were invented.

• To persuade readers that Hot Chips are the best snack choice.

• To clearly explain the process of how Hot Chips are made.

• To compare different flavors of Hot Chips and how they taste.

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TX.LA.5.10.B

What are the most likely reasons the author includes the nutrition chart in the article "How’s It Made: Hot Chips"? (Choose two correct answers.)

• To give readers factual information about the nutrients and ingredients in hot chips.

• To show that hot chips contain unhealthy ingredients, supporting the author's point about moderation.

• To persuade readers to stop eating hot chips by highlighting their negative health effects.

• To compare hot chips to other snacks and explain why they are a better choice.

• To help readers understand why hot chips are so popular despite not being very healthy.

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TX.LA.5.10.C

Based on the ideas presented throughout the article "How’s It Made: Hot Chips," what can the reader conclude about the writer of the article?

• The writer wants to persuade readers to stop eating hot chips completely.

• The writer works for a snack company and is promoting hot chips.

• The writer enjoys hot chips but understands they are not a healthy snack.

• The writer dislikes hot chips and thinks they should be banned.

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TX.LA.5.6.H

Which definition best matches the meaning of consumers in paragraph 6 of the article "How’s It Made: Hot Chips"?

1. A person who buys and uses goods or services.

2. 2. An organism that eats other organisms in a food chain.

3. 3. A person who wastes or depletes resources.

4. 4. A machine or device that uses energy or fuel.

• Definition 1

• Definition 2

• Definition 3

• Definition 4

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TX.LA.5.3.A

Which statement expresses an idea found in BOTH the article How's it Made: Hot Chips and the poem Hot Chips: A Spicy Debate?

• Hot chips are made using a complicated process that involves cornmeal, spices, and artificial coloring.

• People have different opinions about whether hot chips are enjoyable or too spicy to eat.

• Eating too many hot chips can be dangerous and may cause health problems.

• The ingredients in hot chips include preservatives that enhance their flavor and texture.

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TX.LA.5.6.E

How does the author of the article How’s it Made: Hot Chips appreciate the hot chips DIFFERENTLY than the poet of the poem Hot Chips: A Spicy Debate?

• The article's author dislikes hot chips because of their artificial ingredients, while the poet expresses a love for their spicy flavor.

• The article's author explains the dangers of eating hot chips and advises against consuming them, while the poet encourages readers to eat them despite the risks.

• The article's author enjoys hot chips but acknowledges their unhealthy nature, while the poet presents both positive and negative opinions without revealing a personal preference.

• The article's author believes hot chips are the best snack ever made, while the poet only focuses on how spicy they are.

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TX.LA.5.6.E

Which idea about nutrition is developed in BOTH the article How’s it Made: Hot Chips and the poem Hot Chips: A Spicy Debate?

• Hot chips are made from fresh, natural ingredients and are a healthy snack choice.

• Hot chips are popular, but they contain ingredients that may not be healthy.

• Eating too many hot chips can lead to serious health issues and should be avoided at all costs.

• The spice in hot chips makes them one of the most nutritious snack options available.

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TX.LA.5.6.E

How are the authors' purposes for including information about nutritional facts in the article How’s it Made: Hot Chips and the poem Hot Chips: A Spicy Debate DIFFERENT?

• The article includes nutritional facts to inform readers about the ingredients in hot chips, while the poem uses them to argue that hot chips are unhealthy.

• The article includes nutritional facts to persuade readers to avoid hot chips, while the poem uses them to encourage readers to try hot chips for themselves.

• The article presents nutritional facts to educate readers about what goes into making hot chips, while the poem uses them to highlight the debate over whether hot chips are enjoyable or too spicy.

• The article presents nutritional facts to explain the science behind hot chips, while the poem uses them to provide factual evidence about their health benefits.

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TX.LA.5.6.E