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WorksheetsTABE 9 D
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 4hrs 10mins
Which of these did Michelle do after reading an issue of Science for Everyone?
She took a science class.
She played with her toddler.
She went to the grocery store.
She looked at the stars with her son.
After reading this letter, Ms. Rossi will probably
send Michelle a free gift.
cancel Michelle's subscription.
extend Michelle's subscription.
provide Michelle with more science activities.
The tone of Michelle's letter could best be described as
critical
distressed
professional
complimentary
Which of these statements is an opinion?
The subscriptionm price is reasonable.
January's issue was about stars and planets.
Science for Everyone includes an activities section for toddlers.
Michelle would save 80 cents per issue with a two-year subscription.
The purpose of this flier is to
encourage people to attend the events
persuade prganizers to plan the events
report events that have already taken place
recruit volunteersto help with the events
When will the Old Town Costume Party take place?
on opening day
after the funny races
during the fireworks show
before the clown performances
The barbecue will be served from
1:00 pm-3:00pm
4:00 pm-7:00 pm
6:00 pm- 9:00pm
9:00 pm to midnight
Which phrase from the flier best supports the idea that the festival celebrates days gone by?
stroll down memory lane
bring your appetite
join one of the funny races
vote for your favorite
According to the flier, there will be "antique cars parked along Main Street" on Saturday. Which of these words means the opposite of antique?
classic
domestic
contemporary
manufactured
Which of these best summarizes the flier?
Old Town Community Days marks Harborview's anniversary with a variety of activities celebrating the past and present.
Old Town Community Days celebrates the history of Harborview with a costume contest.
People who like to eat local specialities should come to Old Town Community Days.
There will be many opportunities people to participate in competitions during Old Town Community Days.
Which of these statements best expresses the main idea of the passage?
It is best to decorate an office with bright colors.
Humans respond to color on both personal and cultural levels.
All over the world, people respond in the same way to a color.
Babies' preferemnces for blue and red explain the popularity of those colors.
The passage states that "the colors we choose for our clothing, our homes, and our offices are a form of subtle communication." Which of these words means the opposite os subtle as it is used in this sentence?
clever
positive
obvious
important
According to the passage, red is considered a lucky color in
American culture
Vietnamese culture
Native American culture
Middle Eastern cultures
According to the passage, the effects of teal and purple in office surroundings are similar because these colors
bring good luck to homes and offices
capture the interest of newborn infants
create a feeling of order and professionalism
promote a feeling of safety and general well-being
Which of these statements is an opinion expressed by the passage?
The power of color is fascinating to study.
Human beings of all ages respond to color.
The color red is often associated with power.
A preference for certain colors is often cultural.
According to the flier, how often should you floss your teeth?
once a day
once a week
at least two times a day
at least every six months
According to the flier, what is the connection between bacteria and tooth decay?
Bacteria multiply because teeth are destroyed by acid.
Bacteria prevent acid from forming between teeth.
Bacteria living in the mouth produce acids that cause decay.
Bacteria growing on enamel destroy acids that provide nutrition.
How does the second list on the flier differ from the first?
The first list tells about the dangers of biting hard objects.
The second list gives instructions about proper flossing.
The second list describes things you should avoid doig in order to protect teeth.
The first list describes how bacteria in the mouth eventually destroy tooth enamel.
Which of these booklets would probably be the best source of information on how to prevent dental problems?
The Anatomy of a Tooth
Specialists in the Field of Dentistry
What is it Like to Go to the Dentist?
Dental Care for Infants, Children, and Adults
The information in the first paragraph of the story is intended to
give details about Shelly and her dad
introduce the box and its unknown contents
describe Shelly's interest in her dad's records
explain the difference between records and CDs.
"Shelly jumped a little as the speakers crackled to life" implies that the speakers
were broken
were badly placed
added sound effets to the music
carried the scratchy sounds of the old record
What first causes Shelly's outburst of giggles?
Her dad dances alone.
Her dad makes her sing along.
Her dad plays an aold song on the stereo.
Her dad pretends that he is playing a guitar.
How does Shelly react to her dad's music?
She pretends to play a guitar with the music.
She laughs good-naturedly and dances with him?
She does not like it and covers her ears.
She waits impatiently for the song to end.
Which of these ideas is supported by the story?
Shelly is an only child.
Shelly and her dad have a good relationship.
Shelly's dad used to be a professional musician.
Shelly and her dad have the same taste in music.
This story would most likely appear in a
music review
historical narrative
short story collection
play about childhood
According to the recipes in the article, which of these will freshen the air?
steam
borax
vinegar
cotton balls
The carpet cleaner described in the article should be applied with a
cotton ball
scrub brush
clean cloth
damp sponge
According to the article, which of these would best clean up a post of ketchup on a light-colored carpet?
borax, lemon juice, and water
vinegar, lemon juice, and water
boiling water, vanilla, and borax
cinnamon, borax, and lemon juice
When did Helen Keller come down with the illness that destroyed her hearing and sight?
at birth
as a baby
at age 5
as a teenager
The biography says that Keller learned quickly after her "initial breakthrough." Breakthrough as it is used here means
a desire to learn
a tip for learning
an obstacle to learning
a step forward in learning
Anne Sullivan remained Helen Keller's assistant and companion until
Anne became ill
Anne's death in 1936
Helen's death in 1968
Helen learned to communicate
Which of these best describes Keller's teacher, Anne Sullivan?
loyal but impatient
loving but helpless
easygoing and gentle
persistent and capable
Anne Sullivan's attitude toward Helen Keller could best be described as
negative
supportive
motherly
competitive
"The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart." Which of these is the best summary of the above statement by Helen Keller?
The world is a beautiful place if only people would see it.
Beautiful things can be seen but should never be touched.
Some beauty cannot be seen, only experienced emotionally.
Appreciation of beauty can be learned only after years of education.
Which of these in not an ingredient in the meatball recipe?
grape jelly
chili sauce
lemon juice
vegetable oil
According to the recipe, what should Len do right after coating the meatballs with the sauce?
cook the meatballs slowly
drain the fat from the skillet
freeze the meatballs for later use
serve the meatballs with rice or noodles
Where on the Web site should Len search to help him decide what to serve after the main dish of meatballs?
Salads
Desserts
Beverages
Appetizers
Which of these could probably be found elsewhere on this Web site?
maps of different countries
a biography of a famous chef
a recipe for a chicken casserole
directions for building a kitchen
The fact that Kirk knew immediately what the problem was shows that
he owns a van
his car had the same problem
he knows that the problem is small
he has observed the same problem before
Kirk noticed that the mother looked frustrated. Frustrated means about the same as
upset
curious
relaxed
furious
Which of these quotations from the story is an opinion?
"Hot today, isn't it?"
"What do I owe you?"
"It only took a minute."
"Pull it into the garage."
Which of these statements is best supported by the story?
Customers ask for many favors.
Customers appreciate extra attention.
Customers are too busy to wait their turn.
Customers worry about the service they are getting
Which of these statements is best supported by the story?
A tired mother recieves a special gift.
A young boy discovers the importance of his job.
A new mechanic discovers the importance of his job.
A woman and her son are saved by a clever mechanic.
On the Clearly Cellular Plan, if Malik calls a neighbr at 10 am on Saturday, which of these will happen?
Malik will recieve a lower phone rate.
Malik will not be charged for the call.
Malik will not have to pay a setup fee.
Malik will be charged fifty cents per minute.
The advertisement includes the phrase "The Best Cellular Phone Company" in order to
attract more customers
discourage unwanted customers
charge an additional $0.50 per minute
encourage people to buy the plan with 100 minutes
If Malik chooses the $19.99 per month rate plan, what will happen if he uses more than 100 minutes before the end of the month?
He will be charged for taxes and long distance.
His rate plan will automatically change to $29.99 per month.
His free weekend minutes will be used to cover the time.
He will be charged $0.50 for each additional minute he uses the phone.
Which of these is Clearly Cellular offering to its customers?
a free cellular phone
the lowest phone rates available
24-hour service at all of its stores
free long-distance minutes on weekdays
Which of these is the best summary of the information in small print at the bottom of the advertisement?
There are many rate plans from which to choose?
The free offer does not apply on weekends.
Clearly Celluar is the best cellular phone company.
The free offer has many terms not mentioned in the rest of the advertisement.
Suppose Malik signs up for the $29.99 per month rate plan and pays the setup fee. To receive the free phone and weekend minutes that are advertised, he must also
shop online at www.cirecullar.net
sign a three-year service agreement
pay taxes and long distance charges on all calls
use the cellular phone between 9am and 9pm
Which of these statements is supported by the information in small print at the bottom of the advertisement?
The advertisemetn is simple and direct.
Taxes are included in the monthly fee.
All the rate plans listed include a free phone as advertised.
A customer's monthly bill may be more than the advertised rate plan amount.
