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WorksheetsSnow and Blue Ribbon Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which conclusion is best supported by the information in the following sentences from the passage? 'It's like shuffling a deck and getting the exact same shuffle for 52 cards. You could shuffle every second for the entire life of the universe, and you wouldn't come close to getting two of the same.'
Snowflakes are created in a predictable time pattern.
Each snowflake has a twin that looks the same.
Snowflakes have existed for a long time.
Each snowflake has a different design.
In the passage, Dr. Kenneth Libbrecht claims that the size of snow crystals can vary. Which two excerpts from the passage provide the best evidence to support this claim?
Some are long and thin.
Others are short and thick.
Snow does not absorb sunlight.
Sometimes deep snow will appear blue.
This creates a crunchy or creaking sound.
How does the structure of the passage (using question and answer headers) help the reader infer the author's purpose?
The use of cause and effect helps the reader understand that the purpose is to explain to the reader why it is so difficult to discover snow crystals and snowflakes.
The use of problem and solution helps the reader understand that the purpose is to convince the reader to study snow crystals and snowflakes.
The use of question and answer helps the reader understand that the purpose is to provide information about snow crystals and snowflakes.
The use of sequence of events helps the reader understand that the purpose is to relay the history of the study of snow crystals and snowflakes.
Which conclusion is supported by both the passage text and the illustration in Figure 2 (the complex snowflake drawing)?
Only the first conclusion (Technology has allowed humans to see the intricate designs of snowflakes).
Only the second conclusion (An increase in temperature causes water to change from a solid to a liquid).
Only the third conclusion (Science explains why humans perceive snow as sometimes appearing blue).
The first and third conclusions.
The passage states that scientists use two terms: 'snow crystal' and 'snowflake.' Based on the text, what is the key distinction between the two?
A snow crystal has six arms, while a snowflake has three.
A snow crystal is a single crystal of ice, but a snowflake is a cluster of snow crystals that have joined together.
A snow crystal is the basic form (a hexagon), while a snowflake is a complicated shape.
A snow crystal is the one that melts easily, while a snowflake is the one that stays frozen.
How does the author's characterization of Matthias change from the beginning to the end of the passage?
In the beginning, the author portrays Matthias as not giving much thought to his ribbon, but later describes him giving his ribbon away, which portrays him as seeing value in giving his ribbon to someone else.
In the beginning, the author portrays Matthias as wanting to coach basketball, but later, after receiving the blue ribbon, the author portrays him as deciding not to coach basketball.
In the beginning, the author portrays Matthias as thinking that Wyatt is his only true friend, but later he realizes that he has more friends than he thought.
In the beginning, the author portrays Matthias as not wanting to enter the art contest even after Cora gives Matthias a suggestion, the author portrays him as wanting to enter the art contest.
Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer for Part A (Question 6)?
My mouth gaped open like a fish as Cora spoke.
Slowly, I shut the front door, leaned against it, and stared at the blue ribbon in my hands.
With a spark of excitement, I decided to sign up in the morning as a volunteer coach.
This time, I seriously reflected on the people who supported me.
How does the author's use of dialogue between Matthias and Wyatt contribute to the passage? 'You kept pestering me until I agreed to attempt my own masterpiece, but my painting looked like a cartoon forest—my little sister, Stella, still has it hanging in her bedroom!'
It suggests that Matthias is a more talented artist than Wyatt.
It introduces the setting for the contest that Matthias enters with Stella.
It shows that Wyatt is a supportive friend to Matthias.
It creates a conflict between Matthias and his younger sister, Stella.
How does the use of the literary device in the phrase 'a zillion hours' support a specific interpretation of the sentences? 'I'm thinking of giving my ribbon to my brother, Max,' Wyatt announced as we fell into step on the sidewalk. 'He spent a zillion hours helping us with projects.'
The use of imagery shows that Wyatt appreciates Max's efforts to be on time when helping with projects.
The use of symbolism suggests the ribbon represents the time that Max has spent helping Wyatt.
The use of irony suggests that Wyatt is irritated with Max's disinterest in helping with projects.
The use of hyperbole emphasizes how supportive Max has been in helping Wyatt.
How does the point of view shape the passage?
The first-person point of view through Matthias lets the reader understand how he changes as the plot develops.
The third-person point of view through all the characters lets the reader understand each character's beliefs.
The third-person point of view through Wyatt lets the reader understand why Wyatt is friends with Matthias.
The first-person point of view through Cora lets the reader understand her opinions about Matthias.
