Week 9: Daily 5 - Monday

A store in Olympia, Washington, has 288 apples to pack into 12 baskets. How many apples will each basket contain if divided equally?

• 24

• 22

• 26

• 20

Answer explanation

To find out how many apples each basket will contain, divide the total number of apples (288) by the number of baskets (12). 288 ÷ 12 = 24. Therefore, each basket will contain 24 apples.

Tags

CCSS.4.NBT.B.6

What is a supporting detail in an informational text about ocean ecosystems?

• The author’s favorite sea animal is a dolphin.

• Coral reefs provide homes for 25% of marine species.

• The ocean is the best place to visit.

• Everyone loves swimming in the sea.

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'Coral reefs provide homes for 25% of marine species,' is a supporting detail because it provides specific information about ocean ecosystems, illustrating their importance in marine biodiversity.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

Which word is an adjective in the sentence “The fearless sailor crossed the turbulent ocean”?

• Sailor

• Fearless

• Ocean

• Crossed

Answer explanation

In the sentence, 'fearless' describes the noun 'sailor', indicating a quality of the sailor. Therefore, 'fearless' is the adjective, while 'sailor' is a noun, 'ocean' is a noun, and 'crossed' is a verb.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1F

CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.K.5B

How does a dolphin’s streamlined body help it survive in its ocean ecosystem?

• It stores energy for long migrations.

• It reduces water resistance for faster swimming.

• It attracts prey for hunting.

• It protects against cold temperatures.

Answer explanation

A dolphin's streamlined body reduces water resistance, allowing it to swim faster and more efficiently. This adaptation is crucial for escaping predators and catching prey in its ocean ecosystem.

What was the main goal of Christopher Columbus’s 1492 voyage to the New World?

• To conquer South America

• To find a western sea route to Asia

• To discover gold in Europe

• To map the Pacific Ocean

Answer explanation

The main goal of Columbus's 1492 voyage was to find a western sea route to Asia, aiming to access valuable trade goods like spices and silk. This choice reflects the European desire for new trade routes during that era.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9