Amy's Adventure in the Badlands Quiz

What reasoning can you use to determine why Amy is having second thoughts about being at Fossil Camp?

• She loves the heat and is excited about the camp.

• She prefers reading mysteries at home and dislikes the heat.

• She is eager to dig for fossils and enjoys the adventure.

• She is looking forward to meeting Dr. Forester.

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CCSS.RL.3.6

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Based on the text, what strategic plan could Amy use to make her experience at Fossil Camp more enjoyable?

• Ignore the heat and focus on the fossils.

• Read her mystery book whenever she feels too hot.

• Engage with the activities and find ways to stay cool.

• Complain about the heat until she is sent home.

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What evidence from the text supports the idea that Amy is not enthusiastic about the heat at Fossil Camp?

• She is excited about digging for fossils.

• She aimed the air conditioner vent directly on her face.

• She is looking forward to meeting new people.

• She is reading a mystery book.

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How might Amy's experience at Fossil Camp change if she applies extended thinking to her situation?

• She might decide to leave the camp early.

• She might develop a new interest in paleontology.

• She might ignore all camp activities.

• She might only focus on reading her book.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

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What complex reasoning could Amy use to justify her participation in Fossil Camp despite her initial reluctance?

• She wants to support her brother Matt.

• She is curious about the scientific process of fossil excavation.

• She wants to prove to herself that she can handle the heat.

• All of the above.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

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CCSS.RL.7.3

If Amy were to write a letter home about her first day at Fossil Camp, what strategic details might she include to convey her mixed feelings?

• Only the positive aspects of the camp.

• A balance of her discomfort with the heat and her interest in fossils.

• Just her complaints about the heat.

• Only her excitement about the camp activities.

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CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

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CCSS.RL.6.6

What extended thinking could Amy apply to make a decision about whether to return to Fossil Camp next year?

• Consider her overall experience, including both challenges and rewards.

• Decide based solely on the weather conditions.

• Base her decision on her brother's opinion.

• Choose based on the number of books she can read there.

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How can Amy use strategic thinking to overcome her dislike of the heat while at Fossil Camp?

• By staying indoors all the time.

• By finding ways to stay hydrated and cool.

• By ignoring her discomfort.

• By focusing only on her book.

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What extended thinking process could Amy use to evaluate the benefits of attending Fossil Camp?

• Reflect on her personal growth and new knowledge gained.

• Focus only on the negative aspects of the experience.

• Consider the camp's location and weather.

• Think only about the social aspects of the camp.

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What strategic approach could Amy take to balance her love for reading mysteries with participating in camp activities?

• Read during all camp activities.

• Set aside specific times for reading and for camp activities.

• Ignore camp activities completely.

• Only read when she feels bored.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

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CCSS.RL.7.3