Year end 2025 freshmen

What is x to the power zero?

• x

• one

• zero

• undefined

Answer explanation

Any non-zero number raised to the power of zero equals one. Therefore, x to the power of zero is one, regardless of the value of x.

One of your classmates has a first name that ends with an x. What are their initials?

• BDP

• LO

• JH

• MB

Answer explanation

The question specifies a classmate's first name ends with 'x'. The initials 'MB' correspond to a name like 'Max', which fits this criterion. Other options do not match names ending with 'x', making 'MB' the correct choice.

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CCSS.RF.1.2A

CCSS.RF.2.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.K.1D

CCSS.RF.K.2A

What is the capitol of Illinois?

• Springfield

• Champaign

• Chicago

• Joliet

Answer explanation

The capital of Illinois is Springfield, which has been the state capital since 1837. Chicago and Champaign are major cities, but they are not the capital. Joliet is also a city in Illinois, not the capital.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which one of your classmates took photos at football games using a film camera for the sports photography club?

• Fallon

• Jacob

• Nathaniel

• Sarah

Answer explanation

Nathaniel is the classmate who took photos at football games using a film camera for the sports photography club, making him the correct choice.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

How many children does Mr. Ross have?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

Answer explanation

Mr. Ross has 3 children, which is the correct answer among the choices provided. The other options (2, 4, and 5) do not accurately reflect the number of children he has.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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• ¹/_y¹⁶
• y^-16
• y⁴

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CCSS.8.EE.A.1

Who has a sister that attends University of Illinois and knows my older daughter?

• Leilah

• Tyler

• Ainsley

• Alessandra

Answer explanation

Leilah is the correct answer because she has a sister attending the University of Illinois, who is also acquainted with my older daughter, making her the only choice that fits the criteria.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is 1/3 + 1/5 ?

• 2/8

• 1/4

• 8/15

• 2/15

Answer explanation

To add 1/3 and 1/5, find a common denominator, which is 15. Convert: 1/3 = 5/15 and 1/5 = 3/15. Now add: 5/15 + 3/15 = 8/15. Thus, the correct answer is 8/15.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

What sport did London play in the spring?

• Track

• Water Polo

• Soccer

• Lacrosse

Answer explanation

London played Track in the spring, as it is a common sport during that season, focusing on running events. The other options, while popular, are not typically associated with spring sports.

Which state does not touch Illinois?

• Kentucky

• Missouri

• Iowa

• Minnesota

Answer explanation

Minnesota does not share a border with Illinois. Kentucky, Missouri, and Iowa all touch Illinois, while Minnesota is located to the north and does not connect directly.