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Many people around the world enjoy eating at McDonald's. You can find these restaurants in lots of different countries and cities. One of their most famous items is the Big Mac, a double-decker hamburger with a special sauce. McDonald's also sells other things like french fries, chicken nuggets, and different kinds of drinks. Lots of families like to go to McDonald's because it's quick and easy.

Which of the following sentences would be the BEST way to end this paragraph?

• Ronald McDonald is the friendly clown who is the mascot of McDonald's.

• The first McDonald's restaurant was started by two brothers in California.

• So, whether you're hungry for a burger or some fries, McDonald's is a convenient choice for a quick meal.

• Some people think that McDonald's food is not very healthy to eat often.

Answer explanation

Ronald McDonald is the friendly clown who is the mascot of McDonald's.

Rationale: Students might choose this because Ronald McDonald is a well-known part of the McDonald's brand. However, the paragraph is about the food and popularity of the restaurant, not its mascot.

The first McDonald's restaurant was started by two brothers in California. Rationale: Students might pick this because it's a fact about McDonald's history. While true, the paragraph focuses on what McDonald's offers and its appeal, not its origins.

So, whether you're hungry for a burger or some fries, McDonald's is a convenient choice for a quick meal. Rationale: Correct Answer. This sentence summarizes the main idea of the paragraph, which is McDonald's popularity and convenience for various food items.

Some people think that McDonald's food is not very healthy to eat often. Rationale: Students might select this because it's a common opinion about fast food. However, the paragraph doesn't discuss the health aspects of McDonald's; it focuses on its popularity and offerings.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Many people enjoy eating at McDonald's. It is a place where families can often find something that everyone likes. ​ (a)   they have hamburgers and fries on their menu. The restaurants are also usually easy to find when you are traveling.

• For example,
• Therefore,
• However,
• In conclusion,

Answer explanation

Therefore, Student(s) might choose this word if they think the example is a result of McDonald's popularity, rather than an illustration of it.

However, Student(s) might pick this word if they are focusing on a potential contrast, but the sentence actually provides an example of what McDonald's offers.

For example, Correct answer

In conclusion, Student(s) might select this word if they mistakenly believe the underlined sentence is summarizing a point, rather than giving a specific instance.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

McDonald's is a very popular place to eat. You can find their restaurants in many different countries all around the world. Lots of people enjoy getting a quick meal there.

Suppose you wanted to add more specific information to this paragraph. Which of the following sentences would best fit as a detail sentence?

• Many other fast food restaurants, like Burger King and Wendy's, also serve hamburgers and fries.

• McDonald's first started as a single restaurant in California selling hamburgers.

• Some people think that McDonald's food is not as healthy as homemade meals.

• The McDonald's menu includes items like the Big Mac, french fries, and the McFlurry.

Answer explanation

The McDonald's menu includes items like the Big Mac, french fries, and the McFlurry.

This sentence provides specific examples of the types of food that McDonald's offers, which directly supports the main idea that it is a popular place to get a quick meal.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

What does the use of quotation marks around the word "delicious" in the following sentence suggest about the person speaking?

The new McPlant burger is supposedly "delicious."

• The quotation marks show the speaker definitely thinks the burger tastes very good.

• The quotation marks show the speaker is directly quoting someone else's opinion about the burger.

• The quotation marks show the speaker might not actually believe the burger is delicious and is expressing some doubt or sarcasm.

• The quotation marks are used because "delicious" is a made-up word that isn't really in the dictionary.

Answer explanation

In this sentence, the quotation marks around "delicious" don't indicate a direct quote. Instead, they suggest the speaker is using the word with a sense of skepticism or irony. They are highlighting the word, implying they might not agree with the idea that the burger is truly delicious. It's like they're saying, "People are calling it 'delicious,' but I might have a different opinion."

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the BEST possible way to combine the following sentences?

McDonald's has golden arches. The golden arches are a famous symbol.

• McDonald's has golden arches, and the golden arches are a famous symbol that everyone knows.

• McDonald's has golden arches, which are a famous symbol.

• McDonald's has golden arches, and they are a famous symbol.

• McDonald's has golden arches, and also these golden arches are a famous symbol.

Answer explanation

McDonald's has golden arches, which are a famous symbol.

This option combines the two sentences smoothly and efficiently using a relative clause ("which are a famous symbol") to describe the golden arches without unnecessary repetition.

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A