Study Sync- Unit I - Midterm Review (Part II)

Based on the context of paragraph 2, what is the meaning of the word develop?

• To create something new

• To gradually improve over time

• To change something completely

• To remove unnecessary details

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which phrase from paragraph 2 best clarifies the meaning of the response to Question 1?

• You’re doing a good job

• It needs time to develop its flavors

• That’s how my mother taught me

• I’m teaching you

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which phrase from paragraph 5 helps create a reflective tone?

• raised an eyebrow

• carry the same history

• loved cooking and experimenting

• just about food

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

The author identifies several aspects of family traditions. Which of the following ideas is implied but not explicitly stated?

• Cooking meals together strengthens family bonds.

• Olivia enjoys experimenting with food.

• Family meals should never be changed.

• History is more important than taste.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

Which of the following best describes the author’s central argument about family recipes?

• Family traditions should remain unchanged because they are a part of history.

• Experimenting with family recipes is an essential part of cultural evolution.

• Cooking is more important than the history behind the dish.

• New generations should create their own traditions, not follow old ones.

"Olivia stood at the kitchen counter, carefully measuring out the ingredients as her grandfather watched. The scent of garlic and fresh herbs filled the air as she stirred the thick tomato sauce simmering on the stove."

What does the word simmering most likely mean?

• Cooking at a low temperature

• Boiling rapidly

• Sitting out to cool

• Stirring quickly

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

"Olivia stood at the kitchen counter, carefully measuring out the ingredients as her grandfather watched. The scent of garlic and fresh herbs filled the air as she stirred the thick tomato sauce simmering on the stove."

Which phrase from the excerpt provides the best clue to the response you picked for Question 6?

• measuring out the ingredients

• scent of garlic and fresh herbs

• thick tomato sauce

• filled the air

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

"‘One day, you’ll make it for your children, and they’ll know where they come from.’"

What is the best theme for the passage?

• Cooking is an important skill to learn.

• Family traditions help connect generations.

• Food should be prepared exactly as written in a recipe.

• Trying new things is more important than history.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.2

"‘One day, you’ll make it for your children, and they’ll know where they come from.’"

Which sentence from the passage shows Olivia’s reason for considering a change to the recipe?

• ‘Maybe add a little spice or try a different type of pasta?’

• ‘This recipe isn’t just about taste; it’s about family, right?’

• ‘Cooking this meal connects us to the past.’

• ‘One day, you’ll make it for your children.’

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3