WorksheetsCiting Textual Evidence
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 59mins
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Class
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1.
Stephen and Joseph Montgolfier were papermakers, but they had been interested in flying for many years. One night, in 1782, Joseph noticed something that gave him an idea. He was sitting in front of the fire when he saw some small pieces of scorched paper being carried up the chimney.Soon afterwards, the brothers conducted an experiment. They lit a fire under a small silk bag, which was open at the bottom; at once, the bag rose to the ceiling. After this, Stephen and Joseph conducted many more experiments, both indoors and in the open air. Eventually, they built a huge balloon of linen and paper. On June 5th, 1783, they launched their balloon in the village of Annonay.
Which sentence in this article provides text evidence for the inference that the Montgolfier brothers used hot air to lift their balloon?
a)
Eventually, they built a huge balloon of linen and paper.
b)
They lit a fire under a small silk bag, which was open at the bottom; at once the bag rose to the ceiling.
c)
On June 5th, 1783, they launched their balloon in the village of Annonay.
d)
One night, in 1782, Joseph noticed something that gave him an idea.
2.
Every day after work Paul took his muddy boots off on the steps of the front porch. Alice would have a fit if the boots made it so far as the welcome mat. He then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning. On his way in the house, he dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up the stairs to the shower as he was instructed. He would eat dinner with her after he was "presentable," as Alice had often said.
What type of work does Paul do?
What type of work does Paul do?
a)
A lawyer
b)
a construction worker
c)
a doctor
d)
a garbage man
3.
Every day after work Paul took his muddy boots off on the steps of the front porch. Alice would have a fit if the boots made it so far as the welcome mat. He then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning. On his way in the house, he dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up the stairs to the shower as he was instructed. He would eat dinner with her after he was "presentable," as Alice had often said.
Based on the text, how do you know Paul works in construction?
Based on the text, how do you know Paul works in construction?
a)
He has tools
b)
He goes straight up the stairs to shower
c)
His boots are muddy and his overalls are dusty
d)
He wears a hat
4.
Every day after work Paul took his muddy boots off on the steps of the front porch. Alice would have a fit if the boots made it so far as the welcome mat. He then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning. On his way in the house, he dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up the stairs to the shower as he was instructed. He would eat dinner with her after he was "presentable," as Alice had often said.
What type of person is Alice?
What type of person is Alice?
a)
Care free and calm
b)
meticulous and controlling
c)
messy and sloppy
d)
sad and angry
5.
Every day after work Paul took his muddy boots off on the steps of the front porch. Alice would have a fit if the boots made it so far as the welcome mat. He then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning. On his way in the house, he dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up the stairs to the shower as he was instructed. He would eat dinner with her after he was "presentable," as Alice had often said.
What type of relationship do Paul and Alice have?
What type of relationship do Paul and Alice have?
a)
They are brother and sister
b)
They are neighbors
c)
They are colleagues
d)
They are husband and wife
6.
Crack! Thunder struck and rain poured. Max stared blankly out the window, trying to contain his emotions that raged like the weather. He was beginning to lose it. Dropping the kite from his hand, Max broke out into full sob. His mother comforted him, "There, there, Max. We'll just find something else to do." She began to unpack the picnic basket that was on the counter and offered him a sandwich. Max snapped, "I don't wanna sand-mich!" A flash from the sky lit up the living room. Boom! Mom sighed.
Why is Max upset?
Why is Max upset?
a)
It is raining and he cannot go outside
b)
He is hungry
c)
He is scared of thunderstorms
d)
He is bored
7.
Crack! Thunder struck and rain poured. Max stared blankly out the window, trying to contain his emotions that raged like the weather. He was beginning to lose it. Dropping the kite from his hand, Max broke out into full sob. His mother comforted him, "There, there, Max. We'll just find something else to do." She began to unpack the picnic basket that was on the counter and offered him a sandwich. Max snapped, "I don't wanna sand-mich!" A flash from the sky lit up the living room. Boom! Mom sighed.
What line in the text tell you that Max is upset it is raining?
What line in the text tell you that Max is upset it is raining?
a)
He says, "I don't wanna sandwich?"
b)
Dropping his kite from his hand, Max broke out into a full sob
c)
Thunder struck and rain poured
d)
Mom sighed
8.
Crack! Thunder struck and rain poured. Max stared blankly out the window, trying to contain his emotions that raged like the weather. He was beginning to lose it. Dropping the kite from his hand, Max broke out into full sob. His mother comforted him, "There, there, Max. We'll just find something else to do." She began to unpack the picnic basket that was on the counter and offered him a sandwich. Max snapped, "I don't wanna sand-mich!" A flash from the sky lit up the living room. Boom! Mom sighed.
What was Mom planning on doing with Max today?
What was Mom planning on doing with Max today?
a)
Taking Max to the Zoo
b)
Going to the mall
c)
Taking Max to a movie
d)
Taking Max on a picnic
9.
Crack! Thunder struck and rain poured. Max stared blankly out the window, trying to contain his emotions that raged like the weather. He was beginning to lose it. Dropping the kite from his hand, Max broke out into full sob. His mother comforted him, "There, there, Max. We'll just find something else to do." She began to unpack the picnic basket that was on the counter and offered him a sandwich. Max snapped, "I don't wanna sand-mich!" A flash from the sky lit up the living room. Boom! Mom sighed.
What lines from the text support the idea that Mom and Max were going to go on a picnic?
What lines from the text support the idea that Mom and Max were going to go on a picnic?
a)
She began to unpack the picnic basket
b)
Max stares blankly out the window
c)
Mom offers Max a sandwich
d)
His mother conforted him
10.
Claim or Evidence:
You will produce enough saliva in your life time to fill up two swimming pools.
You will produce enough saliva in your life time to fill up two swimming pools.
a)
Claim
b)
Evidence
11.
Claim or Evidence:
Dogs make better pets than cats.
Dogs make better pets than cats.
a)
Claim
b)
Evidence
12.
What type of evidence is this:
Dr. Jones stated, "When students are given healthy options at school, they are more likely to eat a well-balanced meal."
Dr. Jones stated, "When students are given healthy options at school, they are more likely to eat a well-balanced meal."
a)
Fact
b)
Statistic
c)
Quote
d)
Example
13.
Which piece of evidence could BEST be used to prove this claim:
The government SHOULD decide what students eat for lunch.
The government SHOULD decide what students eat for lunch.
a)
School lunches, on average have only about 550 calories;however, lunches brought from home have about 850 calories.
b)
The GAO report said that students in one district refused to eat school lunches for three weeks.
c)
The rules make lunches cheap for students, but they cost schools money.
14.
Which piece of evidence could be used to BEST support this claim:
High school students should be required to wear uniforms.
High school students should be required to wear uniforms.
a)
When adding everything up, a school uniform could end up costing more than $200.
b)
A student reported, "Allowing us to wear our own clothes gives us a chance to show our unique style and independence."
c)
At one school that recently required students to wear uniforms, attendence rates went up, and behavior incidents went down.
d)
School uniforms can be ordered online .
15.
When an author shows how he or she feels about the topic on which they are writing it is called ____________ ____________.
a)
Author's purpose
b)
Author's perspective
16.
The reason the author is writing on a subject is called
a)
Author's purpose
b)
Author's perspective
17.
Counterclaim is:
a)
making someone care
b)
the other side of the argument
18.
What is the definition of RELEVANT?
a)
not connected with something
b)
a bad storm
c)
closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered (IMPORTANT)
d)
a hook
19.
According to the American Health Association, peanut butter is a great source of protein.
a)
Claim
b)
Evidence
20.
Summer is the best season.
a)
Claim
b)
Evidence
21.
Directions: Read the following excerpt from an essay. Evaluate the evidence that the writer uses to support the claim. Does the author provide evidence to support the claim?
Everyone wants to live in a clean environment. This is something that all humans and animals deserve. Therefore, everyone should recycle. All paper, plastic, and also bottles should be put into recycling bins. Anyone that does not do this should pay a fine.
Everyone wants to live in a clean environment. This is something that all humans and animals deserve. Therefore, everyone should recycle. All paper, plastic, and also bottles should be put into recycling bins. Anyone that does not do this should pay a fine.
a)
Yes
b)
No
22.
Claim: Drake is a talented musician
What type of evidence is...
Drake has sold over forty million albums worldwide.
What type of evidence is...
Drake has sold over forty million albums worldwide.
a)
Example
b)
Fact and/or Statistic
c)
Personal Belief
d)
Expert Opinion
23.
Which of the following is NOT a claim?
a)
California is the best state in the USA.
b)
Twinkies taste better than other snack cakes because of their texture, their creamy filling, and their golden appearance.
c)
The school year began on August 18 and will end on June 4
d)
Christmas is the best holiday of the year.
24.
Which piece of evidence could be used to BEST support this claim:
High school students should be required to wear uniforms.
High school students should be required to wear uniforms.
a)
When adding everything up, a school uniform could end up costing more than $200.
b)
A student reported, "Allowing us to wear our own clothes gives us a chance to show our unique style and independence."
c)
At one school that recently required students to wear uniforms, attendence rates went up, and behavior incidents went down.
d)
School uniforms can be ordered online .
25.
A strong claim must have ____________.
a)
support
b)
a counterargument
c)
opinions
26.
The claim: video games are helpful.
An example of a counterargument would be:
An example of a counterargument would be:
a)
video games improve coordination
b)
video games might also help improve visual skills
c)
video games can be used to simulate trainings for soldiers
d)
violent video games increase your heart rate in a negative way
27.
Identify the simile
a)
I like apples.
b)
Apples taste sweet.
c)
You're the apple of my eye.
d)
This apple is as sweet as candy.
28.
Simile or Metaphor:
My father is a bear in the morning.
My father is a bear in the morning.
a)
simile
b)
metaphor
29.
Identify the metaphor
a)
My heart was a bucket full of joy after all the sweet compliments.
b)
My heart is a muscle.
c)
My heart is like a hand pump pushing blood all throughout my body.
d)
My heart is like a muscle.
30.
Simile or Metaphor:
My sister is like an angel in my life.
My sister is like an angel in my life.
a)
simile
b)
metaphor
31.
Simile or Metaphor:
Math is like a puzzle that never ends.
Math is like a puzzle that never ends.
a)
simile
b)
metaphor
32.
Simile or Metaphor:
My life is a dream.
My life is a dream.
a)
simile
b)
metaphor
33.
Simile or Metaphor:
Life is a flower that grows more beautiful every day.
Life is a flower that grows more beautiful every day.
a)
simile
b)
metaphor
34.
The best friends had so much in common they were like two peas in a pod.
What two things are being compared in this this sentence?
What two things are being compared in this this sentence?
a)
friends to peas
b)
friends to pods
c)
peas to pods
d)
best to friends
35.
The baby was like an octopus, pulling all the socks off the rack at the store.
What is the meaning of the simile above?
What is the meaning of the simile above?
a)
The baby had 8 legs.
b)
The baby lives in the sea.
c)
The baby was pulling things off the rack so fast it seemed like it had many legs.
d)
The baby was sleeping.
36.
The baby girl’s smile was the sun on dark days.
What does the metaphor mean above?
What does the metaphor mean above?
a)
The baby girl's smile made other people happy.
b)
When the baby girl smiled the sun would rise.
c)
The baby never smiled.
d)
The baby girl's smile made the moon come out.
37.
Which sentence is a metaphor?
a)
Getting all of the kids into the car was like herding cattle.
b)
All 6 of the family members were packed into the car like sardines.
c)
Jennie felt like the car was as cramped as a coffin!
d)
The car was a speeding bullet, flying down the road to get to the wedding on time.
38.
The cooing baby was just as cute as a kitten!
a)
Simile
b)
Metaphor
39.
My children are my sunshine, and they can brighten any gloomy day.
a)
Simile
b)
Metaphor
40.
My dad is a clown, always joking around and acting goofier than anyone I know.
a)
Simlie
b)
Metaphor
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