English Language Skills Quiz TEKS Unit 1

Which of the following actions describes good communication and discussion practices in a group?

• Writing down what each person says

• Always agreeing with others’ opinions

• Taking turns explaining ideas

• Voting on the best answers

Answer explanation

Taking turns explaining ideas fosters active listening and ensures everyone has a chance to contribute, which enhances understanding and collaboration. The other options do not promote effective communication.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Which of the following groups of words is alphabetized correctly?

• animal, announce, anyone, answer

• enjoy, engine, enough, enter

• package, palace, paper, parent

• reason, remember, receive, return

Answer explanation

The correct group is 'reason, remember, receive, return' as they are in alphabetical order. The other groups are not correctly ordered based on the first letters of each word.

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CCSS.RF.2.3C

CCSS.RF.2.3F

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

Which of the following multisyllabic words includes BOTH an open syllable and a VCe syllable?

• disrespect

• microwave

• mistake

• homemade

Answer explanation

The word 'microwave' contains 'mi' (open syllable) and 'wave' (VCe syllable). 'Disrespect' and 'mistake' do not have both types, while 'homemade' lacks an open syllable. Thus, 'microwave' is the correct choice.

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CCSS.RF.1.3E

CCSS.RF.2.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

After the big storm, there were pools of water everywhere. Which dictionary entry is the correct meaning for pools as it is used in the sentence?

• A small area of still liquid

• A game played on a table with balls and sticks

• A container or hole filled with water for swimming

• A group of people or things joined together

Answer explanation

In the sentence, 'pools of water' refers to small areas where water has collected, making 'A small area of still liquid' the correct definition. The other options do not fit the context of water accumulation.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Which of the following is a strategy to monitor comprehension while reading?

• Skipping difficult words

• Asking questions about the text

• Reading as fast as possible

• Ignoring confusing parts

Answer explanation

Asking questions about the text helps readers engage with the material and clarify their understanding, making it an effective strategy for monitoring comprehension. The other options do not support comprehension.

Tags

CCSS.RF 4.3.A

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.3.4A

CCSS.RF.3.4B

CCSS.RF.3.4C

What is the difference between retelling and paraphrasing?

• Retelling is summarizing; paraphrasing is copying

• Retelling is using your own words; paraphrasing is using the author's words

• Retelling is using the author's words; paraphrasing is using your own words

• Retelling is copying; paraphrasing is summarizing

Answer explanation

Retelling involves using the author's exact words to convey the original message, while paraphrasing means rephrasing the content in your own words, maintaining the original meaning. Thus, the correct choice is that retelling uses the author's words.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is one way to self-select texts for reading?

• Choosing books based on their cover color

• Picking texts that are too easy

• Selecting texts that interest you

• Reading only what others recommend

Answer explanation

Selecting texts that interest you is a key way to self-select reading materials, as it enhances engagement and motivation, making the reading experience more enjoyable and meaningful.

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CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.4A

CCSS.RF.3.4B

CCSS.RF.3.4C

How can making connections to a text help you understand it better?

• It makes the text more confusing

• It helps you relate the text to your own experiences

• It makes the text less interesting

• It helps you forget the text

Answer explanation

Making connections to a text helps you relate it to your own experiences, enhancing understanding and engagement. This personal relevance makes the content more meaningful and easier to grasp.

Tags

CCSS.RF.1.3A

CCSS.RF.1.3D

CCSS.RI.1.3

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.3.8