Ice Sculptures

Read this sentence from Passage 1. "Ice tends to be fragile because it can break easily." (paragraph 3) What is the meaning of fragile as it is used in this sentence?

• cracked

• frozen

• hard

• weak

This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B. Part A With which statement would the author of Passage 1 agree?

• Making ice sculptures is not always easy.

• Ice sculptures help make parties special.

• Many sculptures are too heavy to display.

• Artists should use more objects from nature.

Part B Which piece of evidence from Passage 1 supports your answer in Part A?

• "Working with ice doesn't always go as planned." (paragraph 3)

• "Many artists prefer freezing water that is free of dirt." (paragraph 4)

• "Artists make a variety of sculptures out of ice." (paragraph 5)

• "Sometimes, ice sculptures are created for special events, such as festivals or celebrations." (paragraph 7)

Why did the author include paragraph 6?

• to describe the size and weight of ice

• to give examples of tools artists use

• to show what ice sculptures look like

• to explain where to find ice sculptures

What information can be found under the heading Cold Challenges in Passage 2?

• why artists make art out of ice

• the weather conditions at the festival

• what is hard about playing ice instruments

• which type of ice is used to make instruments

Read this sentence from Passage 2. "Also, holding ice that long causes the musician's hand to become numb." (paragraph 13) What is the meaning of numb as it is used in this sentence?

• frozen

• painful

• stronger

• tired

What claim does the information in Passage 1 and Passage 2 support?

• Artists have to train a long time before they can work with ice.

• Ice doesn't last forever, but it can be used to create something special.

• Some people really like festivals in cold weather, but others do not.

• Ice sculptures should be displayed throughout the year for people to enjoy.