Unit 5 Study Guide

“The team worked well together as they deftly moved across the basketball court…” Which of the following is a synonym for deftly?

• Awkwardly

• Clumsily

• Carelessly

• Skillfully

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Playing basketball requires a lot of attention to specifics. Which sentence from the passage supports this inference?

• For the most part, Terry was confident in his ability, but now, with just a few minutes before tip-off, doubt crept into his mind.

• Terry saw an opening. He pushed the ball down the court, weaving through defenders.

• He and his father practiced in their driveway for hours at a time, learning all the intricate details of the game.

• He glanced at the hoop, then back at Phillip, who was struggling to sit up. Without hesitation, Terry jogged over and extended his hand.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

What is the main internal conflict in the story?

• Terry must make a choice between winning the game or helping Phillip

• Terry’s team gets into first place in the second half

• Terry goes back to help Phillip

• Terry’s team started behind the opposing team

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

Based on paragraphs 1 and 2, which statement is most likely true?

• A. Terry thinks basketball is boring

• B. Terry is an experienced basketball player

• C. Terry dislikes playing basketball games

• D. Terry expects to win the game

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Which sentence creates a sense of doubt for the reader?

• As he stepped onto the court, he dribbled the ball, getting a feel for the game.

• "Nice sneakers. Did you borrow them from your grandpa?" he asked.

• This would be his first time leading the team; could he do it without his father coaching from the sidelines?

• The point guard on the opposing team let out a small chuckle.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Which question is answered in paragraph 1?

• How large is Terry's driveway?

• What was Terry’s greatest concern about the basketball game?

• What should Terry do if the game is canceled?

• Did Terry think it was a good day for a basketball game?

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

The author uses figurative language throughout the story. Which two sentences from the story are examples of personification?

• "Basketball is about listening to what the game is telling you," his father said.

• For the most part, Terry was confident in his ability, but now, with just a few minutes before tip-off, doubt crept into his mind.

• The boy was wearing the latest high-performance basketball shoes, and his name, Phillip, was neatly embroidered on his jersey.

• Terry felt despair creeping in.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Read the following sentence from the passage: "Nice sneakers. Did you borrow them from your grandpa?" he asked.

• Phillip wants to own Terry’s shoes

• Phillip likes Terry’s shoes

• Terry’s shoes are old

• Terry does not own a pair of shoes

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

In which word does un- have the same meaning as unable?

• Understand

• Uniform

• Unfair

• Unison

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CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3A

Read the following sentence: "It was like music in motion". What literary device is being used?

• A. Hyperbole

• B. Onomatopoeia

• C. A Metaphor

• D. A Simile

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D