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EOG Review Gr. 7

Total questions: 129

Worksheet time: 3hrs 7mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Effect: Jack tiptoed upstairs

So what caused Jack to go upstairs?

a)

He saw a moth in his window

b)

He was alone in the house

c)

He heard a strange noise

d)

He wanted to go to bed

2.

Cause: Jack tiptoed upstairs

What effect did Jack's going upstairs have on the story?

a)

He found a moth in his window

b)

He was alone in the house

c)

He heard a strange noise

d)

He wanted to go to bed

3.

Effect: Bruce dared Katy to go into the dark cave.

What was the reason for the dare?

a)

Katy wanted to seem brave.

b)

Bruce wanted to scare Katy

c)

There might be treasure in the cave

d)

They were playing truth or dare.

4.

Cause: Bruce dared Katy to go into the dark cave.

What was the result of the dare?

a)

Katy won a prize

b)

Bruce was too scared to go into the cave

c)

Katy went into the cave and found nothing

d)

Katy was too scared to look around the cave

5.

Effect: We started looking for a camping spot.

Why are they looking for a camping spot?

a)

They want to build a campfire

b)

It was getting dark

c)

They were hiking in the woods

d)

They were getting scared

6.

Effect: "That's strange," Luis said nervously, "No one comes out here but us!"

Why is Luis nervous?

a)

No one is usually out in the woods.

b)

It was getting dark

c)

Luis is afraid of fire

d)

They were getting scared

7.

Self-Portrait


Alia was dismayed to find herself in the drawing studio. She had been sick with the flu during the week when everyone else got to pick their classes. She had hoped for Astronomy or Marine Biology, but they were full by the time she got to choose. She loved everything about science, from the way it used facts and formulas to how it revealed the basic nature of things. But art was so . . .un-scientific.


The first class project was self-portraits. Some students were drawing self-portraits using mirrors. Others were working from photographs. Alia glanced at the incomplete sketches, feeling like a cat in a dog show.

The teacher came up to Alia's easel and sat next to her.

"Every portrait begins with a circle," he said. "Then you create a series of lines."


To demonstrate, he drew a group of small, quick portraits. He began each one with a circle, some straight lines, and a triangle to determine where the eyes, nose, and chin should go. Alia had never thought about it, but the features of everyone's face were in the same spots.

Hesitantly, Alia began her own self-portrait. She drew the basic form of a head, the way she had been shown. From there, she used lines to plot the features of her face. The process took patience and precision. She had to take note of each detail. One wrong measurement could throw off the whole portrait.


Alia was surprised by the structure and discipline involved in drawing a portrait. Measuring, studying details, revealing the basic nature of something—it reminded her of what she loved about science.


Which of the following best describes the main theme or lesson of the story?

a)

Don't assume you won't like something until you try it.

b)

It's important to know what your strengths are.

8.

The Tradition


Luis's whole family gathered every June to celebrate Grandpa's birthday. Before everyone sat down to eat, each person had to recite a personal story they had about Grandpa. Some family members told the same story year after year. Luis, for example, had his usual story about the time Grandpa taught him how to take care of a vegetable garden.


The stories were a tradition, and now that most of the grandchildren were old enough to participate, the tradition could go on for quite a while. Last year, it took three hours. Luis battled the need to yawn as he listened to all the familiar old tales.


This year, Uncle Frank and Aunt Teresa had dinner ready early and called everyone to eat.


"What about the stories?" Luis asked.


"There's just not enough time this year, with so many people," Uncle Frank said.


As he sat down at the long dining room table, Luis was relieved. Yet he also felt a pang of disappointment. In the absence of the tradition, Grandpa's birthday felt like any other holiday the family shared.


Luis eyed the platter of chiles rellenos. "You know, I wouldn't know how to pick a pepper right if it wasn't for Grandpa," he mused.


"I wouldn't know how to drive a car," said Aunt Teresa.

"I wouldn't have known how to turn a paperclip into a safety pin," added Uncle Felix. "That sure saved the day at Edna's wedding!" Everyone laughed and smiled at each other at the reminder of that well-known family story.


It was a pleasant birthday. Conversations flowed like water, and the food was superb. But something told Luis that next year, the tradition of telling stories would return.


Which of the following best describes the main theme or lesson of the story?

a)

Traditions can bring people together in unique ways.

b)

A person cannot control the way traditions come and go over time.

9.

Going the Distance


Riya spent the first week of high school trying to keep her head above water. She was overwhelmed by the huge building. She decided that she would memorize where her classes were and then pretend that the rest of the place didn't exist. All the different hallways and wings were too much to think about, let alone commit to memory.

In P.E., Coach Wallace sent her reeling when he announced that everyone had to run one mile around the track outside.


Riya searched the faces of her classmates for signs of panic. There was nothing she dreaded more than having to run a whole mile. To Riya, a mile was used to describe long distances. It was ten miles to her grandfather's house, and that always seemed like a long way, even in a car!


When Coach Wallace blew his whistle, Riya figured she would be left in the dust. However, while some of her classmates edged ahead, others actually lagged behind. It's just the beginning, she thought. I'll come in last for sure.

Riya started using a mind trick on herself. She stopped thinking about the word mile. Instead, she focused on reaching the shadow cast on the track by an oak tree up ahead. Then she concentrated on jogging to the spot where the track curved. After that, she tried to see if she could complete her first lap. One lap turned into two, then three, then four. When Coach Wallace gave her a high five and said, "Nice work," Riya was shocked. She never would have guessed that she had just run a whole mile.


As Riya walked back to the school building after P.E., she noticed that she felt less overwhelmed by its size. Maybe she would come to know the place, one lap at a time.


Which of the following best describes the main theme or lesson of the story?

a)

Goals are easier to achieve in small steps.

b)

Try not to measure yourself against other people.

10.
What is the author's purpose for writing a passage like the following?
A poem about a garbage truck that uses a lot of onomatopoeia
a)
to inform
b)
to entertain
c)
to persuade
d)
to describe
11.
What is the author's purpose for writing a passage like the following?

A five-paragraph essay in which the author attempts to convince readers to recycle more and to be less wasteful
a)
to inform
b)
to entertain
c)
to persuade
d)
to describe
12.
What is the author's purpose for writing a passage like the following?

Instructions on how to make a compost pile
a)
to inform
b)
to entertain
c)
to persuade
d)
to describe
13.
What is the author's purpose for writing a passage like the following?

A bookmark with facts about garbage, such as the average weight of garbage created each year by each individual and the height and width of the largest pile of garbage 
a)
to inform
b)
to entertain
c)
to persuade
d)
to describe
14.
What is the author's purpose for writing a passage like the following?

An article in a magazine comparing and contrasting waste management in New York City and Mexico City
a)
to inform
b)
to entertain
c)
to persuade
d)
to describe
15.
What is the author's purpose for writing a passage like the following?

A billboard asking voters to appoint Joe Santiago as Sanitation Commissioner 
a)
to inform
b)
to entertain
c)
to persuade
d)
to describe
16.
What is the author's purpose for writing a passage like the following?

The script for a television commercial to be read by Miley Cyrus telling viewers to make environmentally friendly decisions because future generations depend on it
a)
to inform
b)
to entertain
c)
to persuade
d)
to describe
17.

Lucia snatched up the dirty clothes that were strewn across the floor and haphazardly tossed them into the laundry basket her mother had placed outside the door. Then, she organized her desk, cramming markers, glue sticks, and other tools of the learning trade wherever they would fit inside the drawers. She jammed trash into the wastebasket until not one more piece could fit and pulled the bag out to take downstairs. Finally, she made her bed and summoned for her mother to come do her white-glove inspection.


What can the reader infer about Lucia based on her actions in the selection?

a)

She does not share her mother’s idea of what a clean room looks like.

b)

She is a hard-working student who strives to do her best.

c)

She likes being neat and organized.

d)

She is usually running late, which causes her to leave a mess behind.

18.

Lucia snatched up the dirty clothes that were strewn across the floor and haphazardly tossed them into the laundry basket her mother had placed outside the door. Then, she organized her desk, cramming markers, glue sticks, and other tools of the learning trade wherever they would fit inside the drawers. She jammed trash into the wastebasket until not one more piece could fit and pulled the bag out to take downstairs. Finally, she made her bed and summoned for her mother to come do her white-glove inspection.


Read this sentence from the story.

Finally, she made her bed and summoned for her mother to come do her white-glove inspection.

Based on this sentence, the reader can conclude that Lucia’s mother —

a)

is concerned about the bed being made correctly

b)

wears gloves to protect her hands while she cleans

c)

has high standards for cleanliness

d)

insists that Lucia make her bed every day

19.

Jose desperately wanted to finish his homework before he arrived home. His gaming system had patiently waited the entire day for his return. He couldn’t disappoint it. Just thinking about the fun they would have together was distracting enough, but the noise generated by the other kids talking and laughing around him made it nearly impossible to concentrate. With the decibel level of the engine and the squeaking of the brakes at every stop added in, there was no way he could finish his homework here. Jose conceded that he would indeed have to let his faithful companion down.


Jose’s thoughts in this paragraph help the reader understand that he —

a)

does not get along well with other children

b)

is a responsible boy who is committed to his priorities

c)

cares less about his studies than he does playing video games

d)

is easily irritated when things do not go as he has planned

20.

Jose desperately wanted to finish his homework before he arrived home. His gaming system had patiently waited the entire day for his return. He couldn’t disappoint it. Just thinking about the fun they would have together was distracting enough, but the noise generated by the other kids talking and laughing around him made it nearly impossible to concentrate. With the decibel level of the engine and the squeaking of the brakes at every stop added in, there was no way he could finish his homework here. Jose conceded that he would indeed have to let his faithful companion down.


Based on Jose’s description of his surroundings, the reader can conclude that he is —

a)

in office hours with his homeroom teacher

b)

traveling home from a trip with parents

c)

in the cafeteria at school

d)

riding home on a school bus

21.

Cami was just beginning to understand why her best friend, Julia, loved riding horses so much. When Julia had first asked her to join her for a Saturday ride through the canyon, Cami was hesitant. She had never been on a horse before, and they were such large, powerful creatures. An hour into the ride, she was having a blast. Smokey, the painted stallion she was riding, was so passive and minded her every command with ease. That was until without warning he reared up on its hind legs, pawed at the air and neighed loudly. Cami tightened her legs around Smokey’s body and pulled back firmly on the reins.


Why was Cami most likely hesitant to go horseback riding with her friend?

a)

She was worried that she would laugh at her lack of equestrian skills.

b)

She already had plans for Saturday afternoon.

c)

She did not want to look foolish next to Julia who was an experienced rider.

d)

She feared that the horses might harm her.

22.

Cami was just beginning to understand why her best friend, Julia, loved riding horses so much. When Julia had first asked her to join her for a Saturday ride through the canyon, Cami was hesitant. She had never been on a horse before, and they were such large, powerful creatures. An hour into the ride, she was having a blast. Smokey, the painted stallion she was riding, was so passive and minded her every command with ease. That was until without warning he reared up on its hind legs, pawed at the air and neighed loudly. Cami tightened her legs around Smokey’s body and pulled back firmly on the reins.


Based on the horse’s actions at the end of the paragraph, the reader can conclude that —

a)

Cami will be thrown from the horse and suffer an injury

b)

the stallion was spooked by something on the trail

c)

Cami will get control of the horse and continue the ride

d)

Smokey has a playful side to him

23.

As his mother laid on the horn from outside, Tom ran down the stairs, grabbed his backpack from the kitchen, and quickly snatched a Pop Tart from the open box on the counter. As he hurried out the front door, he reminded himself that he would be 16 in just one month. Then, he would never have to depend on anyone else for a ride to school.


The author most likely included Tom’s thoughts to show that —

a)

his mother insists that he be to school before the tardy bell

b)

he knows that it is important to be on time

c)

his mother is an impatient person

d)

he is frustrated with his situation

24.

Breathing heavily, Lulu plopped down on the front porch step. She wiped the sweat from her face and drained the entire bottle of water in one gulp.


Lulu’s actions in the sentence help the reader understand that —

a)

she lives in Houston

b)

it is a hot and muggy day

c)

she just arrived home from school

d)

a dog was chasing her

25.

As she stood in the line with her mother, Sanjy heard the people around her talking. They were claiming that this was the most important election in the past 50 years. She didn’t quite understand why, but she knew it must be true. Her mother had brought her along to “witness history in the making” and had said they would wait in the line all night long if they had to. She had even brought a bag of snacks and a blanket, just in case Sanjy got hungry and tired. The little girl stretched her neck from side to side to look at the line in front of and behind them. The line of voters seemed to be growing by the second, and no one appeared to mind the long wait. It looked like they really would be spending the night with strangers.


Read this sentence from the story.

Her mother had brought her along to “witness history in the making” and had said they would wait in the line all night long if they had to.

What can the reader infer about Lucia’s mother based on this sentence?

a)

She thinks that history is he most important subject in school.

b)

She believes that it is important to expose Sanjy to life-changing events.

c)

She is a stubborn woman.

d)

She doesn’t like being alone in a crowd.

26.

As she stood in the line with her mother, Sanjy heard the people around her talking. They were claiming that this was the most important election in the past 50 years. She didn’t quite understand why, but she knew it must be true. Her mother had brought her along to “witness history in the making” and had said they would wait in the line all night long if they had to. She had even brought a bag of snacks and a blanket, just in case Sanjy got hungry and tired. The little girl stretched her neck from side to side to look at the line in front of and behind them. The line of voters seemed to be growing by the second, and no one appeared to mind the long wait. It looked like they really would be spending the night with strangers.


Read this sentence from the story.

The line of voters seemed to be growing by the second, and no one appeared to mind the long wait.

Why does the author include this description of the line?

a)

To show that the voters were determined to cast their vote no matter what.

b)

To explain why Sanjy and her mother would be waiting in line all night.

c)

To suggest that there as going to be a riot.

d)

To explain why Sanjy’s mother had brought snacks and a blanket.

27.

The CENTRAL IDEA of a nonfiction text needs to always be supported with...

a)

The reader's opinion

b)

Author's who are reliable

c)

Supporting Details

d)

Concluding sentences

28.

The central idea of nonfiction text is __________________

a)

one word.

b)

what the text is mostly about.

c)

the meaning of an unknown word.

29.

What is a topic?

a)

The writer's opinion about the text.

b)

The supporting detail.

c)

The retelling of a story.

d)

The general subject of a text.

30.

What is another word for SUPPORTING DETAILS used to

identify the CENTRAL IDEA of a text?

a)

Conflict

b)

Topic

c)

Text Evidence

d)

Text Features

31.

Microchips provide the power for wristwatches. They are also the brains in our computers, and they control robots. These chips are used in video games and space shuttles. They make our cameras, radios, and televisions small and light. What is the story mainly about?

a)

How computers work.

b)

How microchips are used.

c)

Why televisions are so small.

32.

What is the central idea?

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer. Soccer players learn how to dribble and pass the ball. They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score. Most importantly, soccer players learn how to work together with their teammates.

a)

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

b)

Soccer players learn how to control the ball so they can score.

c)

Soccer players learn how to dribble.

33.

Being able to identify the central idea of a text shows...

a)

that you can cite evidence from the text.

b)

that you understand the text.

c)

that you like what you are reading.

d)

that you know how to write.

34.

What text features can give you a clue of what the main idea is?

a)

Title

b)

Pictures

c)

Headings

d)

All of these.

35.

Determine the Central Idea of the following passage

Blooms in Death Valley

In March 2016, Death Valley National Park in California experienced a rare occurrence: thousands of yellow wildflowers covered the region in a "super bloom." Why was this unusual? Death Valley is the hottest and driest place in North America. The area's average yearly precipitation is just two inches, making it a challenging place for flowers to grow. However, in October 2015, the valley had received more than three inches of rain in some areas. As a result of the unusually wet season, wildflower seeds that had been lying dormant underground suddenly began to grow, producing an abundance of golden blooms.

a)

Because of the hot, dry conditions in Death Valley, it is difficult for flowers to grow there.

b)

Because of an unusual amount of rain, thousands of wildflowers grew in Death Valley in 2016.

36.

Recycling things like paper, plastic, and metal is beneficial for our environment by cutting down on trash. Yet many people throw away their water bottles, shipping boxes, and cans instead of recycling them. An increased focus on getting more people to recycle is leading people to develop creative ways to make it easier for Americans. One way is to put bright colored recycling containers in more places. Seeing more recycling bins helps people remember to use them. Another idea that has been developed is reverse vending machines. These machines are the opposite of traditional vending machines since you give it a recyclable good and it gives you money or reward in return. Hopefully more places will introduce new and unique ways to get people to start recycling. What is the central idea of the passage?

a)

People need to start recycling in order to protect our environment.

b)

The amount of people who recycle will increase if innovative methods are implemented.

c)

Reverse vending machines that gives money for recyclable goods is a creative recycling solution.

d)

Bright colored collection bins will help encourage people to protect the environment.

37.

What is the best question to ask yourself when you are trying to find the main idea?

a)

What is one important detail?

b)

Who is the main character?

c)

What is the main event?

d)

What point about the topic is the author trying to make?

38.

 

Supporting Details are...

The main point or most important idea that the writer is communicating

a)

OPINION BASED evidence

b)

The key points, examples, evidence to support or elaborate on the main idea.

c)

A summary of a text  that only includes factual information.

39.

If you are feeling sad, you can make yourself feel better by doing a few simple things. You can take a walk (or get another form of exercise), you can talk to a friend, or you can write down your feelings. Writing down the good things in your life will help too. Doing something good for someone else will also help you feel better. If you still feel a little sad, act happy. It works like magic to make you feel better!

What is the main idea?

Sometimes people feel sad

You should do good things for others

We're not always happy.

There are many ways to make yourself feel better.

a)

You should do good things for others.

b)

We are not always happy.

c)

Sometimes people feel sad.

d)

There are many ways to make yourself feel better.

40.

What are supporting details?

a)

Details from the text that develop the main idea

b)

Useless

c)

Details from the text that tell you how the character is feeling

d)

Details about the text that tell you about the setting

41.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.

Main Idea: Reading class is really interesting.

a)

It's my least favorite class.

b)

Sometimes we do dramatic readings of the text that are super engaging. 

c)

Our teacher gives us new ways to look at things.

d)

We learn interesting facts from the things we read.

42.

 

Select the detail that DOES NOT support the main idea that education is important.

a)

Education can lead to success in life.

b)

It helps you understand the world.

c)

Education causes problems.

d)

You make smarter choices in life if you're educated.

43.
Before the 1800's people didn't have right or left shoes.  They had shoes of just one shape that they used for both feet.  When people first saw right and left shoes, they laughed.  They called them "crooked shoes."  "What a silly idea," they said.  You can tell that shoes before 1800:
a)
were pretty
b)
didn't look alike
c)
didn't fit very well
44.
Tim looked out the window. The house looked so lonely. Tim's father put the last suitcase in the trunk and started up the car. Thor, his dog, put his head on Tim's lap, like he understood how  Tim was feeling. "It's okay Thor," he said, "Dad says we will like California." What is happening?
a)
Tim is sad because his dog doesn't have a house to live in.
b)
Tim is taking a trip to visit peolpe he doesn't know.
c)
Tim is taking Thor to live with his grandmother.
d)
Tim is moving to California with his family.
45.
Joseph and Caitlin were choosing the players for their teams. It was Caitlin's turn to choose, and only Jason was left. Caitlin said, "Jason."

We can infer that…
a)
Jason was the best player.
b)
Caitlin wanted Jason on her team.
c)
Jason was not a very good player.
d)
Caitlin had a hard time choosing a team member.
46.
Many breeds of dogs are used for work. In many cultures dogs are used to herd sheep. The dogs keep the flock from being attacked by animals such as wolves. They also keep sheep from wandering off. Sheepdogs are known for their loyalty and gentleness. Based on your reading of the text, you can INFER that:
a)
Sheepdogs are not very smart dogs.
b)
Sheepdogs are gentle and loyal.
c)
There are many breeds of dogs.
d)
Wolves are afraid of sheepdogs.
47.
Which sentence from the selection shows that the pet is a cat?
a)
Bryan had to feed his pet every day.
b)
Bryan had to take his pet outside right away after school.
c)
It was Bryan's job to clean out the litter box every 3 days.
d)
Bryanʼs pet never bites.
48.
Which sentence from the selection supports that the computer was not working properly?
a)

Rita had to write out her story instead of typing it.

b)
Ritaʼs homework was not finished.
c)

Rita took three hours to do her homework.

d)
Ritaʼs homework was not done correctly.
49.
Which sentence supports that Jack is feeling sleepy?
a)
Jack went to bed late because he was at a birthday party.
b)
Jackʼs eyes were droopy and his eyelids felt really heavy.
c)
Jack put his head down on the desk.
d)
Jack was not paying attention to the lesson.
50.

Which of the following statements is a fact?

a)

Chocolate ice cream is better than vanilla.

b)

The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean on Earth.

51.

Identify the opinion in the choices below.

a)

Summer is the best season of the year.

b)

The Earth orbits around the Sun.

52.

Which statement is a fact?

a)

Cats make better pets than dogs.

b)

Water boils at 100°C (212°F) at sea level.

53.

Choose the opinion from the following statements.

a)

The human heart is a vital organ.

b)

Reading is more educational than watching TV.

54.

What is the fact in these statements?

a)

The speed of light in a vacuum is approximately 299,792 kilometers per second.

b)

Blue is a more calming color than red.

55.

Identify the opinion among these statements.

a)

Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.

b)

Pizza tastes better than hamburgers.

56.

Which of the following is a fact?

a)

Learning a new language is easy.

b)

The human brain comprises about 60% water.

57.

Choose the statement that is an opinion.

a)

History is more interesting than mathematics.

b)

The Nile River is over 4,000 miles long.

58.

What is the fact in these statements?

a)

Strawberries are sweeter than apples.

b)

An adult human skeleton has 206 bones.

59.

Identify the opinion among these statements.

a)

The Earth's atmosphere is composed (made) of 78% nitrogen.

b)

Classical music is superior to (better than) pop music.

60.
I ran up a steep hill. I was very hot and exhausted. It was a long race, but I was in the lead. I knew if I could keep my pace I would be able to win the race. 
a)
1st person POV
b)
2nd person POV
c)
3rd person POV
61.
Even though the class is loquacious, you must focus on the assignment so you can do well on the test. Your hard work will pay off in the end.
a)
1st person POV
b)
2nd person POV
c)
3rd person POV
62.

What point of view uses the word I?

a)
1st person POV
b)
2nd person POV
c)
3rd person POV
63.

What point of view uses the word 
he?

a)
1st person POV
b)
2nd person POV
c)
3rd person POV
64.
What point of view uses the word 
your?
a)
1st person POV
b)
2nd person POV
c)
3rd person POV
65.
Our class has to take FSA reading on Monday and Tuesday. We review every single day and I'd say we are prepared for the test. 
a)
1st person POV
b)
2nd person POV
c)
3rd person POV
66.
"You need to try harder, Kyle, if you want to graduate," Mr. Jenkins intoned. Kyle nodded his head, but he wasn't really listening. He was picturing himself snowboarding down a mountain while Mr. Jenkins lectured him. Somehow, Kyle knew exactly where to put the "uh-huhs" even though he wasn't listening to a word that Mr. Jenkins was saying. "Do you want to graduate, Kyle?" Mr. Jenkins asked.
"Uh-huh," replied Kyle.
What is the point of view?
a)
first person
b)
second person
c)
third person limited
d)
third person omniscient
67.
Corman hit the garage door button. There was no response. This frustrated Corman, who hit the button several more times in a fit of rage. Still, there was no response. Kathy said, "Let me try, Corman." Kathy believed that Corman was a clumsy oaf and that he was hitting the button incorrectly. She tested her suspicions by hitting the button gently. The opener whirred and pulled up the garage door. Corman felt embarrassed. Kathy was happy that they would be able to leave the garage now.
What is the point of view?
a)
first person
b)
second person
c)
third person limited
d)
third person omniscient
68.
Rudy took a bite of the sandwich. Even though he did not like eggs, he knew that eating it would make Marissa happy. It did. Marissa was pleased as punch to see Rudy enjoying the sandwich that she had made for him. "Do you like it?" Marissa asked excitedly. Rudy lied with a big fake smile, "Yup! Eggs are my favorite. This is so good." Nothing could have made Marissa happier.
What is the point of view?
a)
first person
b)
second person
c)
third person limited
d)
third person omniscient
69.
As the train pulled into the station, we finally met eyes. We had been avoiding this moment, but it was here now. Tears welled. Words choked. We hugged each other awkwardly before I grabbed my bags and jumped on the train. A chapter had ended. Things would never be the same between us again.
What is the point of view?
a)
first person
b)
second person
c)
third person limited
d)
third person omniscient
70.

Poison ivy and poison oak are woody plants that grow in almost any habitat and are very similar in appearance. Both poison oak and poison ivy have berrylike fruit and brown stems. But poison ivy acts more like a vine than a bush and can grow high in trees. The fruit of poison ivy is gray and smooth. On the other hand, poison oak acts more like a bush than a vine. The fruit of poison oak is hairy instead of smooth.


How are poison ivy and poison oak similar?

a)

Both are vines

b)

Both have hairy fruit

c)

Both look exactly alike

d)

Both have berrylike fruit

71.

Poison ivy and poison oak are woody plants that grow in almost any habitat and are very similar in appearance. Both poison oak and poison ivy have berrylike fruit and brown stems. But poison ivy acts more like a vine than a bush and can grow high in trees. The fruit of poison ivy is gray and smooth. On the other hand, poison oak acts more like a bush than a vine. The fruit of poison oak is hairy instead of smooth.


How are poison ivy and poison oak different?

a)

Poison ivy is a woody plant, but poison oak is not.

b)

Poison ivy has smooth fruit, poison oak has hairy fruit.

c)

Poison oak can live in almost any habitat, poison ivy cannot.

d)

Poison oak has a brown stem and poison ivy has a green stem.

72.

Reptiles have scales and their toes have claws; amphibians have moist skin and their toes do not have claws. Both reptiles and amphibians lay eggs. However, reptile eggs have a thick hard shell and are laid on land, but amphibian eggs have no shell and are laid in water. Young reptiles are miniature replicas of their parents and are born with lungs, but young amphibians start out with gills. Once amphibians have matured to adults they have lungs.


When comparing reptiles and amphibians:

a)

Reptiles and amphibians both have lungs as adults.

b)

Reptiles and amphibians both have toes on their claws.

c)

Reptiles and amphibians have gills when babies.

d)

Reptiles and amphibians have scales.

73.

Reptiles have scales and their toes have claws; amphibians have moist skin and their toes do not have claws. Both reptiles and amphibians lay eggs. However, reptile eggs have a thick hard shell and are laid on land, but amphibian eggs have no shell and are laid in water. Young reptiles are miniature replicas of their parents and are born with lungs, but young amphibians start out with gills. Once amphibians have matured to adults they have lungs.


When contrasting reptiles and amphibians,

a)

Reptiles and amphibians lay eggs.

b)

Reptiles and amphibians are ectotherms

c)

Reptiles do not have claws, but amphibians do.

d)

Reptiles lay eggs with a shell and amphibians lay eggs without a shell.

74.

In the track of the hurricane much damage was done. Fences and stone walls were blown down, and the stalks of Indian corn were bent over and broken off near the ground. Hay in the fields was suddenly whisked up, and scattered over adjoining territory for a mile away, being lost. As the wind increased in force many large apple and other kinds of trees were torn up by the roots ; in some instances enclosing animals in such a manner that they could not get away by their efforts alone, though they were not injured.

A large portion of the roof of the church, and boards from tile roofs and sides of several other buildings were carried away. Several dwelling houses were shattered, and two or three buildings were entirely destroyed. In the space covered by the wind was a house, with a wing which was barricaded. The whirlwind swept down upon the wing with such violence that it was instantly demolished, three of its sides falling to the ground.


The first passage focuses more on the rain, whereas the second passage (a firsthand account) focuses on...

a)

The wind

b)

The water

c)

The destruction

d)

Both the wind and destruction

75.

Tana and Lua like to go hiking. While Lua loved to bring her dog and walk the trail, Tana loved to bike. Both girls really enjoyed finding natural waterfalls to swim in. Tana and Lua also really loved eating fresh fruit along the trails. Tana loved the hike up, while Lua loved the trek back down.

In what ways can you compare the two girls?

a)

Tana and Lua both liked to bring their dogs on the trail.

b)

Tana and Lua both liked finding natural waterfalls to swim in.

c)

Tana loved the hike up, while Lua loved the trek back down.

d)

Tana and Lua both were scared to eat fruit along the trail

76.

Mary and Tracey are twin sisters. They are fourteen years of age.

This is an example of:

a)

comparing

b)

contrasting

c)

fact and opinion

d)

chronological order

77.

Janet and Kylie were best friends, they liked to do everything together. Kylie loved horseback riding and so did Janet. Janet loved swimming, and although Kylie did not know how to swim she loved the water. Janet enjoyed vacationing in tropic areas while Kylie liked arctic zones.

In what ways do the two girls contrast?

a)

Kylie loved horseback riding and Janet did not.

b)

Janet liked vacationing in tropic areas while Kylie liked arctic zones.

c)

Kylie liked to vacation in tropic areas while Janet liked peaceful grasslands.

d)

Kylie loved swimming and so did Janet.

78.
The Fourth of July and Veteran's Day are both U.S. holidays.  However, the Fourth of July celebrates our independence and Veteran's Day celebrates military veterans.  How are these holidays different?
a)
Both holidays are celebrated in the U.S.
b)
Fourth of July celebrates independence, while Veteran's Day celebrates veterans.
c)
Both holidays are in the summer.
79.
Sally is having strawberry ice cream and Juan is having chocolate ice cream. If I am comparing Sally and Juan, what do they have in common?
a)
They are eating with a spoon.
b)
It is hot outside.
c)
I like to eat ice cream.
d)
They are eating ice cream.
80.
Crocodiles and Alligators are covered with scales and have backbones. They have short legs and long, powerful tails. Also, baby crocodiles and alligators both hatch from eggs.
According to the paragraph, how are alligators and crocodiles alike?
a)
They both have short legs and powerful tails.
b)
They both eat eggs.
c)
They are both green.
d)
They both have hairy skin.
81.
A teacher and a doctor both work with many people every day.  The teacher works with children at the school, however, the doctor sees patients at the hospital.  How are a teacher and doctor alike?
a)
They work with children.
b)
They work in hospitals.
c)
They work with many people.
82.
I have a pet dog and cat in my house.  My dog, Spot, likes to chew on his bone, while my cat, Stripes, likes to sleep.  They both love to cuddle with me on the couch.  How are my pets similar? 
a)
They both chew on things.
b)
They both love to cuddle.
c)
They both sleep a lot.
83.
Stella was born in Poland. She lived with her family in a small house near the Oder River. Both Stella's parents are teachers. Stella's friend Tim was born in Mexico. He likes to play soccer. Tim lived in a big house by the Rio Grande River. Tim's parents are doctors.
What is different about Stella and Tim?
a)
Their parents have different jobs.
b)
They both live by water.
c)
Stella likes Tim.
d)
Tim likes Stella.
84.
Messi likes to eat ice cream after a soccer game. Aguero likes to drink coffee. Both are really good soccer players but Messi runs faster than Aguero. Aguero is really good at scoring. Messi and Aguero both played on the same team for World Cup.
What is different for Messi and Aguero?
a)
Messi runs faster than Aguero.
b)
Messi and Aguero played for different teams at the World Cup.
c)
Messi is a better at Math than Aguero.
d)
Before soccer games, Aguero and Messi eat different things.
85.
There are some similarities between the T.Rex and the Gigantosaurus. Both were meat-eaters. Both were saurischians, or "lizard-hipped" dinosaurs, as contrasted with "bird-lipped" dinosaurs. Each dinosaur was the dominant predator of its time and place.  What is something they have in common?
a)
They were both bird-lipped dinosaurs.
b)
They were both plant eaters.
c)
both were dominant predators of their time.
d)
They were both small dinosaurs.
86.
Frogs and toads can live in the water and on the land. They both catch food with long, sticky tongues. They eat insects and small animals. You can tell them apart by their bodies. Frogs have long, strong back legs and thin, moist skin. Toads have shorter back legs and drier skin. Name something the same about the two animals.
a)
They only live in the water.
b)
They can both live on land or water.
c)
They both have long back legs.
d)
They both make great pets.
87.
Next time you are thirsty, try drinking a glass of water instead of a soda. Although both will quench your thirst, soda is full of sugar and chemicals. Water, on the other hand, is a much healthier choice. Water helps your digestive system to function properly and keeps you immune system strong so you won't get sick. Which key words tell you this is organized as compare contrast?

a)
water instead of soda
b)
on the other hand, although
c)
and, so
d)
is a much healthier choice
88.
Tara and Laura like to go hiking. While Laura loved to bring her dog and walk the trail, Tara loved to bike. Both girls really enjoyed finding natural waterfalls to swim in. Tana and Laura also really loved eating fresh fruit along the trails. Tana loved the hike up, while Laura loved the trek down. In what ways can you compare the two girls? 
a)
Tana and Laura both liked to bring their dogs on the trail. 
b)
Tana and Laura both liked finding natural waterfalls to swim in. 
c)
Tana and Laura both were scared to eat fruit along the trial. 
d)
Tana loved the hike up, while Laura loved the trek back down. 
89.

How does the setting of passage 1 differ from the setting of passage 2?


Passage 1


Living in France was nothing like I thought it would be. There were dozens of Jewish children hidden in the monastery west of town, waiting for their families to come to them, but Benjamin and I lived with the Laurent family. Our family sent us there to protect us from the Nazis, and I thought I would hate it, but it wasn’t so bad—I even started to like it, after a while. I missed my parents, but I knew they would come soon and take us home.


Monsieur and Madame Laurent had just one child of their own, Clara, a twelve-year-old girl, just like me. It was a lot of fun having someone to play with that wasn’t as little as Benjamin, but I promised Mama and Papa I would take care of him, so I did.


Passage 2


“Papa,” I whispered as he tightened and knotted the laces on my boots, “please don’t send us to France without you.”


“My dear child,” he said, standing up and kissing the top of my head, “it is for the best.” He picked up our suitcase, which had clothes and one picture of our family inside of it, nothing else; I couldn’t even pack Ayelet, my favorite doll, or my silver Star of David necklace. We took one last look at our home.


“Mama,” I said in the quietest voice I had, hoping she would still hear me.


“Hush, Sarah,” she replied, “and put this on.” She handed me my overcoat, the only one I had left.


I reached out and grabbed my sister’s hand. Esther was thirteen and refused to cry, but her hand was sweating. She squeezed my fingers twice which meant, “I love you.”


Soon, we were on a train speeding through the countryside, on our way to safety, but Papa and Mama had to stay in Germany

a)

Passage 1 is set in a German home; passage 2 is set in a small French town.

b)

Passage 1 is set in a German monastery; passage 2 is set in a home in France.

c)

Passage 1 is set in a France monastery; passage 2 is set on a train in France.

d)

Passage 1 is set in a French town; passage 2 is set in a home in Germany.

90.
Michael woke up with a start. Someone was banging at the front door. Heavy footsteps clomped over the bare boards of the hallway. A shouting of voices. Jacko's familiar growl, then the front door slammed shut. Michael shivered and pulled the thin blanket closer around his shoulders. Through the cracked glass of the curtainless window, the sky looked gray and dirty. A groan from the other mattress told him that Toby was awake as well. 
With whom is Michael Living? 
a)
His Parents
b)
No one
c)
Jacko and Toby
d)
Michael and Toby
91.
Michael woke up with a start. Someone was banging at the front door. Heavy footsteps clomped over the bare boards of the hallway. A shouting of voices. Jacko's familiar growl, then the front door slammed shut. Michael shivered and pulled the thin blanket closer around his shoulders. Through the cracked glass of the curtainless window, the sky looked gray and dirty. A groan from the other mattress told him that Toby was awake as well. 
What can you infer about Jacko's mood? 
a)
He's excited
b)
He's grumpy
c)
He's scared
d)
He's happy
92.
Michael woke up with a start. Someone was banging at the front door. Heavy footsteps clomped over the bare boards of the hallway. A shouting of voices. Jacko's familiar growl, then the front door slammed shut. Michael shivered and pulled the thin blanket closer around his shoulders. Through the cracked glass of the curtainless window, the sky looked gray and dirty. A groan from the other mattress told him that Toby was awake as well. 
Which of the following would be considered explicit textual evidence? 
a)
Michael was trying to sleep
b)
Toby is Michael's brother
c)
Michael and Toby were cold
d)
"the sky looked gray and dirty"
93.
Michael woke up with a start. Someone was banging at the front door. Heavy footsteps clomped over the bare boards of the hallway. A shouting of voices. Jacko's familiar growl, then the front door slammed shut. Michael shivered and pulled the thin blanket closer around his shoulders. Through the cracked glass of the curtainless window, the sky looked gray and dirty. A groan from the other mattress told him that Toby was awake as well. 
What can you infer about the place they are living? 
a)
It's bright and colorful
b)
It's dull and uncared for
c)
It's happy and clean
d)
it's brand new
94.
Michael woke up with a start. Someone was banging at the front door. Heavy footsteps clomped over the bare boards of the hallway. A shouting of voices. Jacko's familiar growl, then the front door slammed shut. Michael shivered and pulled the thin blanket closer around his shoulders. Through the cracked glass of the curtainless window, the sky looked gray and dirty. A groan from the other mattress told him that Toby was awake as well. 
Which words help describe the setting? 
a)
"Michael woke up with a start."
b)
"A shouting of voices."
c)
"...cracked glass of the curtainless window..." 
d)
"then the front door slammed shut."
95.
It was the sea eagle that called Emily down to the beach. It hovered above the waves, it's broad wings dusty where the land had left its mark, its small eyes that could follow the horizon bright and keen.
She hadn't meant to come down onto the beach. She'd meant to sit at the top of the ramp till the other kids had left the street, till she could walk home from school in peace without strangers staring at her. but somehow the bird seemed to urge her to come down. 
Where is the beach? 
a)
on a deserted coast
b)
in a city suburb
c)
in a small town
d)
in a mountain village
96.
It was the sea eagle that called Emily down to the beach. It hovered above the waves, it's broad wings dusty where the land had left its mark, its small eyes that could follow the horizon bright and keen.
She hadn't meant to come down onto the beach. She'd meant to sit at the top of the ramp till the other kids had left the street, till she could walk home from school in peace, without strangers staring at her. but somehow the bird seemed to urge her to come down. 
How do you think Emily feels? 
a)
happy
b)
sympathetic 
c)
cheerful
d)
unhappy
97.
It was the sea eagle that called Emily down to the beach. It hovered above the waves, it's broad wings dusty where the land had left its mark, its small eyes that could follow the horizon bright and keen.
She hadn't meant to come down onto the beach. She'd meant to sit at the top of the ramp till the other kids had left the street, till she could walk home from school in peace without strangers staring at her. but somehow the bird seemed to urge her to come down. 
Emily probably _______________. 
a)
is ready to party on the beach
b)
is on vacation
c)
wants to be left alone
d)
wants to go swimming 
98.
As long as your evidence (quote or paraphrase) explains your point clearly, you do not need to elaborate on it. 
a)
True 
b)
False
99.
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?
a)
Taking Max to the Zoo
b)
Going to the mall
c)
Taking Max to a movie
d)
Taking Max on a picnic
100.
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?
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
101.
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?
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
102.
What does the acronym A.C.E. mean?
a)
Answer, Call, Evidence
b)
Alter, Cite, Explain
c)
All, Cars, Everywhere
d)
Answer, Cite Explain
103.
What are the steps to citing evidence?
a)
State your idea, explain your reasons, and summarize
b)
Explain your reasons and cite evidence
c)
State your idea, cite evidence, and explain 
d)
Cite evidence and explain the evidence
104.
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.
Which line in the text tells you that Max is upset becuase 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
105.
The definition of support is?
a)
Back up an answer with details. Prove. Provide evidence.
b)
Give the short version: main idea + the beginning, middle, end.
c)
Take your best guess on what will happen next.
d)
Tell how something happened. Tell the steps.
106.
Explicit means...
a)
very vague
b)
stated clearly
c)
to explain something
d)
to break information into parts
107.
Read between the lines. Think beyond the text. What is the hidden meaning?
a)
Infer
b)
Analyze
c)
Explain
d)
Compare
108.
It was the sea eagle that called Emily down to the beach. It hovered above the waves, it's broad wings dusty where the land had left its mark, its small eyes that could follow the horizon bright and keen.
She hadn't meant to come down onto the beach. She'd meant to sit at the top of the ramp till the other kids had left the street, till she could walk home from school in peace without strangers staring at her, but somehow the bird seemed to urge her to come down.
What time of day do you think it is and why? 
a)
morning because birds are out at that time
b)
evening because there was no one on the street
c)
afternoon because she is coming home from school 
d)
lunch time because she wanted to feed the birds
109.
It was the sea eagle that called Emily down to the beach. It hovered above the waves, it's broad wings dusty where the land had left its mark, its small eyes that could follow the horizon bright and keen.
She hadn't meant to come down onto the beach. She'd meant to sit at the top of the ramp till the other kids had left the street, till she could walk home from school in peace without strangers staring at her, but somehow the bird seemed to urge her to come down.

Which textual evidence best describes Emily's thoughts and feelings? 
a)
"... till she could walk home from school in peace..."
b)
"... sea eagle that called Emily..."
c)
"... its broad wings dusty..."
d)
"... the bird seemed to urge her to come down."
110.
Descriptive words that appeal to the senses
a)
hyperbole
b)
onomatopoeia
c)
metaphor
d)
imagery
111.
An obvious exaggeration to make a point or add excitement
a)
assonance
b)
repetition
c)
hyperbole
d)
onomatopoeia
112.
Giving human qualities to non-living objects
a)
personification
b)
metaphor
c)
simile
d)
hyperbole
113.
A comparison of two seemingly unlike things
a)
simile
b)
metaphor
c)
personification
d)
hyperbole
114.
Words or phrases that are repeated in writings to give emphasis
a)
alliteration
b)
repetition
c)
assonance
d)
consonance
115.
A word that spells out a sound
a)
assonance
b)
hyperbole
c)
imagery
d)
onomatopoeia
116.
The repetition of two or more of the same beginning consonant sound close together
a)
simile
b)
imagery
c)
consonance
d)
alliteration
117.
The repetition of inner vowel (a-e-i-o-u) sounds in nearby words
a)
assonance
b)
alliteration
c)
metaphor
d)
simile
118.
The repetition of inner and ending consonant sounds of nearby words that do not rhyme
a)
consonance
b)
assonance
c)
onomatopoeia
d)
hyperbole
119.
"Buzz - says the great buzzing bee."
a)
metaphor
b)
simile
c)
hyperbole
d)
onomatopoeia
120.
"The air is like a butterfly"
a)
methaphor
b)
simile
c)
repetition
d)
onomatopoeia
121.
"To the swinging and the ringing of the bells, bells, bells..."
a)
metaphor
b)
simile
c)
repetition
d)
onomatopoeia
122.
"The wind stood up and gave a shout"
a)
metaphor
b)
personification
c)
imagery
d)
onomatopoeia
123.
Danny's room is a pig-sty.
a)
metaphor
b)
simile
c)
hyperbole
d)
personification
124.
"Blazing in gold and quenching in purple,"
a)
metaphor
b)
consonance
c)
imagery
d)
personification
125.
"There was a Young Lady whose nose, Was so long that it reached to her toes;"
a)
consonance
b)
hyperbole
c)
alliteration
d)
repetition
126.
"Moses supposes his toeses are roses"
a)
repetition
b)
onomatopoeia
c)
alliteration
d)
assonance
127.
I dropped my sock in the thick, sticky mud.
a)
consonance
b)
metaphor
c)
personification
d)
repetition
128.
The crazy car is colorful.
a)
simile
b)
alliteration
c)
personification
d)
repetition
129.
A comparison of two seemingly unlike things using "like" or "as"
a)
alliteration
b)
simile
c)
metaphor
d)
personification