RL.7.2 Ocean Plastics Station

Which statement from the text provides the best evidence for Maya's motivation to start cleaning the beach?

• "It wasn't some distant, abstract problem; it was here, on her beach, threatening the creatures she loved."

• "The waves roared, a wild symphony against the shore that both soothed and irritated Maya."

• "A bright blue bottle cap, worn smooth by the relentless ocean, caught her eye."

• "She knew, of course, that trash wasn't new here."

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RL.7.2

What piece of evidence best supports the main idea of the passage, which is the impact of plastic pollution on marine environments?

• Maya's recollection of her grandfather's stories about the beach.

• The description of the plastic choking the high-tide line and the memory of the sea turtle with a plastic straw in its nostril.

• The description of the sun setting and painting the sky in hues of orange and purple.

• The woman's question, "What are you doing?"

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RL.7.2

What textual evidence best supports the analysis that the story's resolution symbolizes hope for environmental change?

• "The beach, her sanctuary, usually welcomed her with open arms – the soft caress of sand between her toes, the invigorating slap of salty air."

• "Several bags overflowed with plastic. The beach wasn't pristine, not even close, but it was better."

• "It was a small victory, a single afternoon, but it was a start. Maybe, just maybe, it would ripple outwards, inspiring others to join the fight."

• "Each piece she picked up felt heavy with the weight of responsibility."

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RL.7.2

How does the setting described in the text contribute to the overall mood of the story?

• The contrast between the beach's usual beauty and its current polluted state creates a mood of disappointment and urgency.

• The description of the waves roaring creates a mood of excitement and adventure.

• The mention of Maya's grandfather creates a mood of nostalgia and longing for the past.

• The description of the sunset creates a mood of peace and tranquility, contrasting with the pollution problem.

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RL.7.2

What detail from the passage most clearly supports the theme of individual action making a difference?

• Maya's initial feeling of anger and helplessness.

• The description of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.

• The fact that other people joined Maya in cleaning the beach after seeing her efforts.

• Maya's memory of the sea turtle with a plastic straw in its nostril.

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RL.7.2

Match the following definitions to its vocabulary word, based on your inferences from the text.

• sanctuary (noun)

• A safe or peaceful place where someone or something is protected.

• abstract (adjective)

• A scientist who studies plants and animals that live in the ocean.

• pristine (adjective)

• In its original condition; unspoiled.

• marine biologist (noun)

• Existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence.

• microplastics (noun)

• Existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence.

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RL.7.2

Based on the information provided, what can be inferred about Maya's relationship with the beach?

• Maya views the beach as a place of solace and personal importance.

• Maya sees the beach as a place that is dangerous and unwelcoming.

• Maya considers the beach to be a place that is unimportant to her.

• Maya regards the beach as a place that is only important for scientific study.

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RL.7.2