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Florida

Total questions: 11

Worksheet time: 6mins

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1.

How does the author structure the text at the beginning of Chapter 1?

a)

compare and contrast

b)

description

c)

problem and solution

d)

sequence

2.

What is the author's perspective towards Florida?

a)

Florida has many things to do and see.

b)

The author is indifferent towards Florida.

c)

The author dislikes Florida's wildlife.

d)

Florida has few wildlife and plenty of attractions.

3.

How does the map contribute to the meaning of the text?

a)

It visually represents the geographical elevation of an area.

b)
It includes a timeline of events
c)

It offers a detailed analysis of Florida's coast line.

d)
It provides a summary of the text
4.

Under the section titled "Beaches Everywhere," which detail demonstrates a cause and effect relationship?

a)

"Florida sticks out of the southeastern corner of the United States like a handle."

b)

"While the top of the state borders Georgia and Alabama, most of Florida is a peninsula."

c)

"It is surrounded on all three sides by water—the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. As a result, the state has about 1,350 miles (2,173 km) of coastline."

d)

"No single point in Florida is more than 60 miles (97 km) from a coastline!"

5.

Select two details that support the author's claim that people visit Florida for its climate.

a)

"When cold winter weather hits the rest of the country, many people begin packing their bags for a trip to Florida."

b)

"They may come for a few days, weeks, or even months."

c)

"They soak up as much sunshine and warmth as possible."

d)

The state has a subtropical climate. This means it never gets very cold."

6.

Select a statement from Chapter 2 "Government" that provides a comparison.

a)

"Since 1824, Tallahassee has served as the capital of Florida."

b)

"The city is located in the northern part of the state, near the border with Georgia."

c)

"This is where elected officials meet to discuss new laws and keep the state government running smoothly."

d)

"Like the U.S. government, Florida's state government is made up ofthree branches: executive, legislative, and judicial."

7.

What is the author's perspective on Florida's state government?

a)

The author feels the government is effective and organized.

b)
The author is critical of Florida's state government
c)
The author has no opinion on Florida's state government
d)

The author believes there needs to be a change in leadership.

8.

How does the text feature contribute to the meaning of the text?

a)

The pie chart provides a percentage of Floridians born in other countries.

b)

The pie chart shows all the interests, lifestyles, and backgrounds

c)

The pie chart shows the colors of elected officials

d)

The pie chart provides a visual representation of the state's ethnicity.

9.

Explain how the text features contribute to the meaning of the text.

a)

Florida has a seal, flag, orange juice, and much more for your stay.

b)

The text explains Florida's economy through the use of symbols.

c)

The text explains that symbols and objects represent Florida.

d)

The text explains that all symbols show Florida's most recognized foods.

10.

What is the central idea of chapter 3?

a)

Florida has a rich history that led to the development of Henry Flagler's East Coast Railway System.

b)

Florida has been controlled and occupied by various groups during its long history.

c)

Florida has fascinating history of violence between Native Americans and Spanish explorers.

d)

Florida played an important role in helping the United States during the Civil War.

11.

Explain how the "Timeline of Florida Events" section contributes to the meaning of the text.

a)

The timeline highlights the arrival of Juan Ponce de Leon.

b)

The timeline compares multiple events throughout the development of Florida.

c)

The timeline outlines important dates of the Civil War

d)

It helps the reader identify important events that happened in the history of Florida.