US Common Core State Standards (CCSS) Class 3 English Language Arts MCQs: Establish a situation and introduce a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally., Use dial

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1. Establish a situation and introduce a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally.

   1.

   Lily woke up to the smell of pancakes. Her brother, Sam, was already at the kitchen table. What happens next if they always eat breakfast together?

   1. (A)

      Sam goes outside to play.

   2. (B)

      Lily reads a book in her room.

   3. (C)

      Lily goes back to sleep.

   4. (D)

      Lily starts making lunch.

   5. (E)

      Lily joins Sam at the table.

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   Answer: (E)

   Lily joins Sam at the table.

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2. 2.

   Once there was a little boy named Tom who loved to explore. One sunny morning, he packed a snack and waved goodbye to his mom. What is Tom most likely going to do?

   1. (A)

      Stay home and watch TV.

   2. (B)

      Help his mom with chores.

   3. (C)

      Embark on an adventure.

   4. (D)

      Clean his room all day.

   5. (E)

      Go to school to learn.

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   Answer: (C)

   Embark on an adventure.

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3. 3.

   The wind howled, and rain poured down as Mia looked out her window. Her cat, Whiskers, was curled up on the couch, purring softly. Mia sighed. What feeling is the author trying to establish?

   1. (A)

      Cozy and a bit disappointed.

   2. (B)

      Joy about the weather.

   3. (C)

      Excitement for a party.

   4. (D)

      Fear of a storm.

   5. (E)

      Anticipation for a trip.

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   Answer: (A)

   Cozy and a bit disappointed.

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4. 4.

   Every Saturday, Leo visited his grandparents. His grandma always had warm cookies, and his grandpa would read him a story. Today was Saturday. What is the natural sequence of events for Leo?

   1. (A)

      Leo bakes cookies, then reads a book.

   2. (B)

      Leo plays outside, then goes home.

   3. (C)

      Leo visits, then gets cookies and a story.

   4. (D)

      Leo goes to school, then visits.

   5. (E)

      Leo gets a story, then cleans his room.

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   Answer: (C)

   Leo visits, then gets cookies and a story.

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5. 5.

   Sarah found a lost puppy with big, sad eyes. She picked it up gently and looked around, but no owner was in sight. What would be the most natural next action for Sarah?

   1. (A)

      She takes the puppy to her home.

   2. (B)

      She pretends not to see it.

   3. (C)

      She leaves the puppy there.

   4. (D)

      She runs away from the puppy.

   5. (E)

      She goes to play with friends.

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   Answer: (A)

   She takes the puppy to her home.

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6. Use dialogue and descriptions of actions, thoughts, and feelings to develop experiences and events or show the response

   6.

   Lily said, "I can't wait to go to the beach!" Her heart felt like a bird trying to fly out of her chest. What do Lily's words and feelings tell us?

   1. (A)

      A she is nervous about swimming in the ocean

   2. (B)

      E she is upset about having to leave home

   3. (C)

      C she is worried about getting a sunburn

   4. (D)

      D she is tired and wants to rest at the beach

   5. (E)

      B she is excited about going to the beach

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   Answer: (E)

   B she is excited about going to the beach

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7. 7.

   When Tom saw the broken toy, his bottom lip trembled, and tears welled up in his eyes. He whispered, "My favorite car!" What do Tom's actions and words show?

   1. (A)

      E he is surprised by the toy's condition

   2. (B)

      C he is sad because his toy is broken

   3. (C)

      A he is angry that someone broke his toy

   4. (D)

      D he is confused about what happened to his toy

   5. (E)

      B he is happy to get a new toy soon

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   Answer: (B)

   C he is sad because his toy is broken

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8. 8.

   The old woman sighed, "Oh, if only I could see my garden bloom again." She looked out the window with a faraway gaze. What does this tell us about her?

   1. (A)

      C she is planning to move to a new house

   2. (B)

      B she misses her garden and feels a bit sad

   3. (C)

      D she is frustrated with the weather outside

   4. (D)

      E she is thinking about a different kind of garden

   5. (E)

      A she is eager to plant new flowers soon

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   Answer: (B)

   B she misses her garden and feels a bit sad

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9. 9.

   Mark stomped his foot and shouted, "It's not fair!" His face was red, and his hands were clenched into fists. How is Mark feeling?

   1. (A)

      D he is feeling calm and relaxed

   2. (B)

      E he is feeling confused and thoughtful

   3. (C)

      A he is feeling very happy and playful

   4. (D)

      B he is feeling angry and frustrated

   5. (E)

      C he is feeling scared and nervous

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   Answer: (D)

   B he is feeling angry and frustrated

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10. 10.

    Maria carefully picked up the tiny bird, whispering, "Don't worry, little one, I'll help you." She felt a gentle flutter in her hands. What do Maria's actions and thoughts reveal?

    1. (A)

       E she is surprised by how small the bird is

    2. (B)

       C she is caring and wants to help the bird

    3. (C)

       B she is annoyed by the bird and wants it to leave

    4. (D)

       D she is curious about what the bird will do next

    5. (E)

       A she is afraid of birds and wants to run away

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    Answer: (B)

    C she is caring and wants to help the bird

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11. Use temporal words and phrases to signal event order.

    11.

    Which word best signals that an event happened before something else?

    1. (A)

       Before

    2. (B)

       After

    3. (C)

       Finally

    4. (D)

       Then

    5. (E)

       Next

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    Answer: (A)

    Before

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12. 12.

    Read the sentence: 'First, I brushed my teeth. _______, I put on my pajamas.' Which word best fits the blank to show the order of events?

    1. (A)

       However

    2. (B)

       Next

    3. (C)

       Suddenly

    4. (D)

       Finally

    5. (E)

       Because

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    Answer: (B)

    Next

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13. 13.

    In the sentence, 'She ate breakfast, and then she went to school,' what does 'then' tell us about the events?

    1. (A)

       One event caused the other.

    2. (B)

       They are two separate ideas.

    3. (C)

       They happened at the same time.

    4. (D)

       One event happened after the other.

    5. (E)

       They are not related.

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    Answer: (D)

    One event happened after the other.

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14. 14.

    Which sentence uses a temporal word to clearly show the beginning of a sequence?

    1. (A)

       She sang a song.

    2. (B)

       First, I woke up.

    3. (C)

       We watched a movie.

    4. (D)

       The dog barked loudly.

    5. (E)

       I played outside.

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    Answer: (B)

    First, I woke up.

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15. 15.

    Consider the sequence: 'The bell rang. Students packed their bags. They walked out of the classroom.' Which word would best connect 'Students packed their bags' and 'They walked out of the classroom'?

    1. (A)

       Before

    2. (B)

       After that

    3. (C)

       Meanwhile

    4. (D)

       Suddenly

    5. (E)

       However

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    Answer: (B)

    After that

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16. Provide a sense of closure.

    16.

    A story ends with the main character saying, 'And from that day on, I knew I could achieve anything!' What does this ending provide?

    1. (A)

       A new problem for the character to solve.

    2. (B)

       A clear feeling of completeness and resolution.

    3. (C)

       A summary of all the characters in the story.

    4. (D)

       A description of where the character lives.

    5. (E)

       An introduction to a different story.

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    Answer: (B)

    A clear feeling of completeness and resolution.

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17. 17.

    At the end of a story, a character finds a lost puppy and takes it home. The text says, 'They lived happily ever after.' What does 'happily ever after' signal to the reader?

    1. (A)

       A new villain will appear soon.

    2. (B)

       The character is moving to a new house.

    3. (C)

       The setting will change immediately.

    4. (D)

       The main conflict has been resolved.

    5. (E)

       The story is just beginning.

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    Answer: (D)

    The main conflict has been resolved.

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18. 18.

    A book concludes with a boy successfully building his dream treehouse and inviting all his friends over. What feeling does this ending create for the reader?

    1. (A)

       Anticipation for another problem.

    2. (B)

       Curiosity about a different character.

    3. (C)

       Disappointment that the treehouse is too small.

    4. (D)

       Confusion about the next steps.

    5. (E)

       Satisfaction that the goal was met.

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    Answer: (E)

    Satisfaction that the goal was met.

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19. 19.

    In a narrative, the final paragraph describes the main character waving goodbye to their family as they leave for college, feeling ready for new adventures. How does this provide closure?

    1. (A)

       It describes the weather conditions for the journey.

    2. (B)

       It shows the character's journey has reached a significant point.

    3. (C)

       It leaves the reader wondering what happens next.

    4. (D)

       It introduces a brand new conflict.

    5. (E)

       It suggests the character will return home very soon.

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    Answer: (B)

    It shows the character's journey has reached a significant point.

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20. 20.

    A story finishes with the words, 'The sun set, painting the sky in colors of orange and pink, as the little bird finally found its way home.' What does this imagery combined with the bird's return create?

    1. (A)

       A clear indication of a new adventure.

    2. (B)

       A peaceful and resolved ending.

    3. (C)

       A feeling of sadness and loss.

    4. (D)

       A question about the bird's journey.

    5. (E)

       A sense of urgency for the bird.

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    Answer: (B)

    A peaceful and resolved ending.

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21. With guidance and support from adults, use technology to produce and publish writing as well as to interact and collabor

    21.

    What is the main benefit of using a computer to write a story instead of just paper and pencil?

    1. (A)

       Computers are more fun to use.

    2. (B)

       It makes your handwriting neater.

    3. (C)

       It uses less ink than a pen.

    4. (D)

       You can draw pictures more easily.

    5. (E)

       You can easily make changes and share it.

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    Answer: (E)

    You can easily make changes and share it.

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22. 22.

    When you use a shared online document to write a story with a classmate, what are you doing?

    1. (A)

       Reading a different story.

    2. (B)

       Publishing your writing alone.

    3. (C)

       Only learning from an adult.

    4. (D)

       Practicing your typing skills.

    5. (E)

       Interacting and collaborating.

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    Answer: (E)

    Interacting and collaborating.

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23. 23.

    Your teacher asks you to publish your story online for others to read. What does 'publish' mean in this situation?

    1. (A)

       To save it on your computer.

    2. (B)

       To draw pictures for the story.

    3. (C)

       To print it out on paper.

    4. (D)

       To make it available for a wider audience.

    5. (E)

       To tell your friends about it.

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    Answer: (D)

    To make it available for a wider audience.

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24. 24.

    If you are working with a partner on a presentation using a tablet, and you both add different parts to it, what skill are you primarily using?

    1. (A)

       Creative drawing.

    2. (B)

       Collaborative technology use.

    3. (C)

       Fast typing.

    4. (D)

       Reading comprehension.

    5. (E)

       Independent research.

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    Answer: (B)

    Collaborative technology use.

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25. 25.

    Why is it important to have an adult's guidance when using technology to share your writing with many people?

    1. (A)

       To ensure you stay safe and use it correctly.

    2. (B)

       Adults always know the best websites.

    3. (C)

       So you don't have to do any work.

    4. (D)

       They can read it for you.

    5. (E)

       Adults can make your writing perfect.

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    Answer: (A)

    To ensure you stay safe and use it correctly.

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26. With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and edi

    26.

    When planning a story, what is the best first step to take?

    1. (A)

       Choose a topic or main idea.

    2. (B)

       Pick out fancy words to use.

    3. (C)

       Draw pictures for the story.

    4. (D)

       Write the ending of the story.

    5. (E)

       Decide how many pages it will be.

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    Answer: (A)

    Choose a topic or main idea.

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27. 27.

    During the revising stage of writing, what should a writer mainly focus on?

    1. (A)

       Changing all the verbs to adverbs.

    2. (B)

       Adding more punctuation marks.

    3. (C)

       Counting the number of words used.

    4. (D)

       Correcting spelling mistakes.

    5. (E)

       Making sure the story makes sense and flows well.

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    Answer: (E)

    Making sure the story makes sense and flows well.

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28. 28.

    If a peer suggests that your story's beginning is confusing, what is the best way to revise it?

    1. (A)

       Ignore the suggestion and keep writing.

    2. (B)

       Rewrite the entire story from scratch.

    3. (C)

       Read the beginning aloud to see if it makes more sense.

    4. (D)

       Ask someone else to write the beginning for you.

    5. (E)

       Add more details and clearer sentences to the beginning.

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    Answer: (E)

    Add more details and clearer sentences to the beginning.

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29. 29.

    What is the primary goal of editing your writing?

    1. (A)

       To make the story longer.

    2. (B)

       To add exciting new characters.

    3. (C)

       To change the main message of the story.

    4. (D)

       To find a different title for the story.

    5. (E)

       To check for and fix mistakes in grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

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    Answer: (E)

    To check for and fix mistakes in grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

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30. 30.

    After writing a first draft of a paragraph, what is a good way to strengthen it with adult support?

    1. (A)

       Tell the adult it is perfect as it is.

    2. (B)

       Ask the adult to rewrite the paragraph for you.

    3. (C)

       Throw it away and start a new paragraph.

    4. (D)

       Only let the adult correct spelling errors.

    5. (E)

       Read it to the adult and discuss ideas for improvement.

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    Answer: (E)

    Read it to the adult and discuss ideas for improvement.

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31. Conduct short research projects that build knowledge about a topic.

    31.

    When starting a short research project about a topic, what is the best first step to take?

    1. (A)

       Decide what specific questions you want to find answers to.

    2. (B)

       Write down everything you already know about the topic.

    3. (C)

       Find a book with a lot of pictures related to the topic.

    4. (D)

       Ask an adult to tell you all the answers.

    5. (E)

       Look for the longest article you can find online.

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    Answer: (A)

    Decide what specific questions you want to find answers to.

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32. 32.

    You are researching different types of weather. Which resource would be most helpful for finding facts about hurricanes?

    1. (A)

       A poem describing the beauty of a rainbow.

    2. (B)

       A picture book showing sunny beaches.

    3. (C)

       A science encyclopedia about weather phenomena.

    4. (D)

       A recipe book for hurricane-themed snacks.

    5. (E)

       A fictional story about a character caught in a storm.

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    Answer: (C)

    A science encyclopedia about weather phenomena.

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33. 33.

    After gathering information from various sources for your research project, what should you do next to organize your findings?

    1. (A)

       Share your findings with a friend without organizing them.

    2. (B)

       Read all the information again from beginning to end.

    3. (C)

       Start writing your final report immediately.

    4. (D)

       Throw away all your notes and start over.

    5. (E)

       Create an outline or use notes to group similar information together.

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    Answer: (E)

    Create an outline or use notes to group similar information together.

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34. 34.

    You are researching how butterflies transform from caterpillars. Which of these questions would be most useful to guide your research?

    1. (A)

       Where do butterflies migrate in the winter?

    2. (B)

       How many different colors of butterflies are there?

    3. (C)

       What do butterflies eat?

    4. (D)

       How long do butterflies live after they hatch?

    5. (E)

       What is the process called when a caterpillar becomes a butterfly?

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    Answer: (E)

    What is the process called when a caterpillar becomes a butterfly?

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35. 35.

    When conducting a short research project, why is it important to use more than one source of information?

    1. (A)

       Because one source is usually too boring.

    2. (B)

       So you have more pages to read.

    3. (C)

       To impress your teacher with many books.

    4. (D)

       To get different perspectives and ensure your information is accurate.

    5. (E)

       To make your project longer.

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    Answer: (D)

    To get different perspectives and ensure your information is accurate.

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36. Recall information from experiences or gather information from print and digital sources; take notes on sources and sort

    36.

    You are researching different types of birds for a school project. Which of these would be the best print source to find detailed information?

    1. (A)

       A storybook about a talking bird

    2. (B)

       A scientific encyclopedia about animals

    3. (C)

       A cartoon featuring bird characters

    4. (D)

       A recipe book with chicken dishes

    5. (E)

       A poem about a robin

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    Answer: (B)

    A scientific encyclopedia about animals

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37. 37.

    After visiting a farm, you want to write about your experience. Which detail would be based on your direct experience?

    1. (A)

       The sound the cows made when they were fed

    2. (B)

       How many different types of tractors there are

    3. (C)

       The history of farming in your state

    4. (D)

       The average amount of milk a cow produces daily

    5. (E)

       How much land a typical farm covers

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    Answer: (A)

    The sound the cows made when they were fed

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38. 38.

    You are taking notes about the lifecycle of a butterfly from an online video. Which of these is a key stage you should record?

    1. (A)

       The sound a butterfly makes when it flies

    2. (B)

       The chrysalis turning into a butterfly

    3. (C)

       What butterflies eat in winter

    4. (D)

       The number of colors on a butterfly's wings

    5. (E)

       How long butterflies live in a zoo

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    Answer: (B)

    The chrysalis turning into a butterfly

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39. 39.

    A digital article describes how to care for a pet fish. You are sorting information into 'Food', 'Habitat', and 'Play'. Which category would 'feeding flakes twice a day' fit into?

    1. (A)

       Habitat

    2. (B)

       Food

    3. (C)

       Training

    4. (D)

       Play

    5. (E)

       Health

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    Answer: (B)

    Food

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40. 40.

    You are gathering information for a report on the planets in our solar system. Which type of digital source would provide the most reliable facts?

    1. (A)

       A blog written by a science fiction fan

    2. (B)

       An online forum discussing conspiracy theories

    3. (C)

       A government space agency website

    4. (D)

       A movie about aliens visiting Earth

    5. (E)

       A video game about space adventures

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    Answer: (C)

    A government space agency website

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41. Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partner

    41.

    During a group discussion about a story, what is the best way to show you are listening to a classmate?

    1. (A)

       Look out the window while they are talking.

    2. (B)

       Start drawing in your notebook.

    3. (C)

       Interrupt them to share your own idea.

    4. (D)

       Nod your head and make eye contact.

    5. (E)

       Talk to the person next to you quietly.

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    Answer: (D)

    Nod your head and make eye contact.

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42. 42.

    If a classmate shares an idea you disagree with during a discussion, what is the most respectful way to respond?

    1. (A)

       Raise your hand and explain why you have a different idea.

    2. (B)

       Start a new topic of discussion.

    3. (C)

       Make a face to show you don't like their idea.

    4. (D)

       Ignore their idea and just share yours.

    5. (E)

       Tell them their idea is wrong.

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    Answer: (A)

    Raise your hand and explain why you have a different idea.

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43. 43.

    When working in a small group, what should you do if one person is doing all the talking?

    1. (A)

       Silently wait for them to finish and say nothing.

    2. (B)

       Start talking over them to get your ideas heard.

    3. (C)

       Politely suggest that others share their thoughts too.

    4. (D)

       Let them keep talking because they seem to know a lot.

    5. (E)

       Tell the teacher immediately without trying to fix it.

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    Answer: (C)

    Politely suggest that others share their thoughts too.

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44. 44.

    Your group is discussing how characters in a book feel. A classmate says a character is 'sad,' but you think they are 'angry.' What is the best way to contribute to the discussion?

    1. (A)

       Insist that you are right and they are wrong.

    2. (B)

       Change your mind and agree with them, even if you don't believe it.

    3. (C)

       Stay quiet because you don't want to cause an argument.

    4. (D)

       Tell another classmate your idea, but not the one who spoke.

    5. (E)

       Ask, 'What in the story makes you think they are sad?' and then share your evidence for 'angry.'

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    Answer: (E)

    Ask, 'What in the story makes you think they are sad?' and then share your evidence for 'angry.'

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45. 45.

    In a teacher-led discussion, why is it important to wait for your turn to speak?

    1. (A)

       To make sure only the smartest students get to talk.

    2. (B)

       So you can think of something better to say while others are talking.

    3. (C)

       So the teacher can write down everyone's name.

    4. (D)

       It allows everyone a chance to share their ideas without interruption.

    5. (E)

       Because the teacher will get mad if you don't.

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    Answer: (D)

    It allows everyone a chance to share their ideas without interruption.

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46. Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., gaining the floor in respectful ways, listening to others with care, spe

    46.

    During a class discussion, if two people start talking at the same time, what is the most respectful way to handle it?

    1. (A)

       Both people should wait for the teacher to choose.

    2. (B)

       They should immediately start arguing about who spoke first.

    3. (C)

       They should both just stop talking and stay quiet.

    4. (D)

       Both people should keep talking loudly.

    5. (E)

       One person should stop and let the other finish.

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    Answer: (E)

    One person should stop and let the other finish.

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47. 47.

    What does it mean to 'gain the floor in respectful ways' during a discussion?

    1. (A)

       To wait for a pause or raise your hand before speaking.

    2. (B)

       To interrupt someone if you have a really good idea.

    3. (C)

       To shout out your ideas as soon as you have them.

    4. (D)

       To talk over others until they stop speaking.

    5. (E)

       To only speak when directly called upon by the teacher.

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    Answer: (A)

    To wait for a pause or raise your hand before speaking.

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48. 48.

    When someone else is speaking during a discussion, what is the best thing you can do?

    1. (A)

       Look away and doodle in your notebook.

    2. (B)

       Start thinking about what you want to say next.

    3. (C)

       Whisper to a friend about their idea.

    4. (D)

       Practice your own speaking part in your head.

    5. (E)

       Listen carefully to understand their ideas.

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    Answer: (E)

    Listen carefully to understand their ideas.

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49. 49.

    Why is it important to speak one at a time about the topic during a group discussion?

    1. (A)

       So only the smartest ideas get shared.

    2. (B)

       So everyone's voice can be heard and understood clearly.

    3. (C)

       So the discussion finishes faster.

    4. (D)

       So the teacher knows who is paying attention.

    5. (E)

       So you don't have to think about other people's ideas.

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    Answer: (B)

    So everyone's voice can be heard and understood clearly.

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50. 50.

    Imagine your group is discussing the best playground games. If someone suggests a game you dislike, what is the most respectful way to respond?

    1. (A)

       Immediately ask the teacher to make a decision.

    2. (B)

       Ignore them and suggest your own favorite game.

    3. (C)

       Yell, 'Wrong answer!'

    4. (D)

       Listen to their reasons, then politely share your own thoughts.

    5. (E)

       Say, 'That's a terrible idea, no one likes that game!'

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    Answer: (D)

    Listen to their reasons, then politely share your own thoughts.

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51. Come to discussions prepared, having read or studied required material; explicitly draw on that preparation and other in

    51.

    Before joining a class discussion about a story you've read, what is the most important thing to do?

    1. (A)

       Think about what you want to eat for lunch.

    2. (B)

       Draw a picture of your favorite character.

    3. (C)

       Plan what you will say without thinking about the story.

    4. (D)

       Reread the story and think about its main ideas.

    5. (E)

       Check the weather outside.

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    Answer: (D)

    Reread the story and think about its main ideas.

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52. 52.

    Your class is discussing different types of animals. If you've read a book about ocean animals, how can you best contribute?

    1. (A)

       Listen to others but do not share your own ideas.

    2. (B)

       Tell a personal story about your pet dog.

    3. (C)

       Share information you learned about whales or sharks from your book.

    4. (D)

       Ask the teacher to change the topic to space.

    5. (E)

       Only talk about animals from your favorite cartoon.

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    Answer: (C)

    Share information you learned about whales or sharks from your book.

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53. 53.

    When you are prepared for a discussion about a book, what does it mean to 'explicitly draw on that preparation'?

    1. (A)

       Only agree with what other students say.

    2. (B)

       Write down your thoughts and keep them to yourself.

    3. (C)

       Directly refer to specific parts or details from the book to support your points.

    4. (D)

       Share ideas that are not related to the book.

    5. (E)

       Use big words to sound smart.

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    Answer: (C)

    Directly refer to specific parts or details from the book to support your points.

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54. 54.

    Your teacher asks you to discuss 'The Little Red Hen'. What information from the story should you be ready to talk about?

    1. (A)

       The current price of flour at the store.

    2. (B)

       Where the Little Red Hen lives.

    3. (C)

       Why the other animals did not help her.

    4. (D)

       What you did last weekend.

    5. (E)

       What your favorite color is.

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    Answer: (C)

    Why the other animals did not help her.

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55. 55.

    If you are discussing a text about recycling, and you also know about how plants grow, how could you use that extra information?

    1. (A)

       Say that you prefer gardening over recycling.

    2. (B)

       Talk about your favorite type of flower.

    3. (C)

       Keep your knowledge about plants to yourself.

    4. (D)

       Explain how plants need sunlight, even though it's not about recycling.

    5. (E)

       Mention that some recycled materials can be used to make new products for plants.

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    Answer: (E)

    Mention that some recycled materials can be used to make new products for plants.

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56. Ask questions to check understanding of information presented, stay on topic, and link their comments to the remarks of

    56.

    During a class discussion about planets, if a classmate says, "Jupiter is the largest planet," what is the best way to ask a question to check your understanding?

    1. (A)

       Is Jupiter bigger than all the other planets?

    2. (B)

       Why is Jupiter so large?

    3. (C)

       What color is Jupiter?

    4. (D)

       How many moons does Jupiter have?

    5. (E)

       Tell me more about Jupiter's rings.

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    Answer: (A)

    Is Jupiter bigger than all the other planets?

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57. 57.

    If your group is talking about different types of animals, and someone mentions 'mammals,' what is a good question to ask to stay on topic and link to their remark?

    1. (A)

       Are all mammals warm-blooded?

    2. (B)

       How fast can a cheetah run?

    3. (C)

       Where do birds live?

    4. (D)

       Do fish have scales?

    5. (E)

       What is your favorite animal?

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    Answer: (A)

    Are all mammals warm-blooded?

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58. 58.

    During a presentation about healthy snacks, a speaker says, "Eating fruits and vegetables helps your body grow strong." What is a useful question to ask to understand this better?

    1. (A)

       How do fruits and vegetables make our bodies strong?

    2. (B)

       Can we also eat candy?

    3. (C)

       How many snacks should I eat each day?

    4. (D)

       Where do fruits grow?

    5. (E)

       What is your favorite fruit?

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    Answer: (A)

    How do fruits and vegetables make our bodies strong?

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59. 59.

    Your friend is describing how to build a paper airplane. If they say, "First, fold the paper in half lengthwise," what question could you ask to ensure you understand correctly?

    1. (A)

       How far will it fly?

    2. (B)

       What's the next step?

    3. (C)

       What color paper should I use?

    4. (D)

       Can I make a different kind of airplane?

    5. (E)

       Do you mean fold it hot dog style?

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    Answer: (E)

    Do you mean fold it hot dog style?

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60. 60.

    In a discussion about favorite books, a classmate says, "I love adventure stories because they are exciting." What question would best link to their comment and keep the discussion focused?

    1. (A)

       How many pages does your book have?

    2. (B)

       Have you read any fantasy books?

    3. (C)

       Do you like movies too?

    4. (D)

       What is your least favorite book?

    5. (E)

       What makes an adventure story exciting for you?

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    Answer: (E)

    What makes an adventure story exciting for you?

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61. Determine the main ideas and supporting details of a text read aloud or information presented in diverse media and forma

    61.

    A teacher shows a graph of students' favorite colors. The tallest bar on the graph is for blue. What is the main idea of this graph?

    1. (A)

       Some students like the color red.

    2. (B)

       The graph shows many different colors.

    3. (C)

       Students have favorite colors.

    4. (D)

       The graph is made of bars.

    5. (E)

       Blue is the most popular color among students.

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    Answer: (E)

    Blue is the most popular color among students.

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62. 62.

    A speaker is telling a story about a trip to the zoo. They say, "First, we saw the monkeys swinging in the trees. Then, we watched the lions roar loudly." What is the main idea of this part of the story?

    1. (A)

       Monkeys like to swing.

    2. (B)

       The speaker went to a place with trees.

    3. (C)

       Lions are loud animals.

    4. (D)

       The speaker is describing their day at the zoo.

    5. (E)

       The speaker heard loud roars.

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    Answer: (D)

    The speaker is describing their day at the zoo.

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63. 63.

    A video shows a plant growing from a seed. It shows roots appearing, then a stem pushing up, and finally leaves unfolding. What is the most important idea this video teaches?

    1. (A)

       Plants need leaves.

    2. (B)

       Stems hold up plants.

    3. (C)

       Roots grow underground.

    4. (D)

       The video is about how a plant grows.

    5. (E)

       Seeds are very small.

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    Answer: (D)

    The video is about how a plant grows.

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64. 64.

    A podcast describes how to make a paper airplane. The speaker explains folding the paper in half, then folding the corners, and finally making the wings. What is the main purpose of this podcast?

    1. (A)

       To teach listeners how to make a paper airplane.

    2. (B)

       To explain what paper is used for.

    3. (C)

       To describe different types of airplanes.

    4. (D)

       To tell listeners about paper.

    5. (E)

       To share a story about flying.

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    Answer: (A)

    To teach listeners how to make a paper airplane.

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65. 65.

    A chart shows how many apples, bananas, and oranges a class ate in a week. It lists 20 apples, 15 bananas, and 10 oranges. What supporting detail helps show that apples were eaten the most?

    1. (A)

       The chart has three kinds of fruit.

    2. (B)

       The number 20 is greater than 15 and 10.

    3. (C)

       Bananas were eaten 15 times.

    4. (D)

       Oranges were eaten 10 times.

    5. (E)

       The class ate fruit in a week.

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    Answer: (B)

    The number 20 is greater than 15 and 10.

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66. Explain their own ideas and understanding in light of the discussion.

    66.

    During a class discussion about a story, if your friend shares an idea that makes you think differently, what should you do?

    1. (A)

       Ignore their idea and stick to your first thought.

    2. (B)

       Think about their idea and how it might change your understanding.

    3. (C)

       Change your idea immediately without thinking.

    4. (D)

       Wait for the teacher to tell you the right answer.

    5. (E)

       Tell them they are wrong and explain why.

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    Answer: (B)

    Think about their idea and how it might change your understanding.

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67. 67.

    After a group discussion about why a character made a certain choice, what is the best way to show you understood the discussion?

    1. (A)

       Ask the teacher to explain everything again.

    2. (B)

       Only talk about parts of the discussion that match your first idea.

    3. (C)

       Repeat exactly what the first person in the group said.

    4. (D)

       State your original idea and refuse to consider other viewpoints.

    5. (E)

       Combine your initial thoughts with new insights from the discussion.

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    Answer: (E)

    Combine your initial thoughts with new insights from the discussion.

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68. 68.

    Imagine your class discussed different ways a story could end. What does it mean to 'explain your own understanding' after this?

    1. (A)

       To agree with the most popular ending without explaining why.

    2. (B)

       To describe how your idea of the ending might have changed or stayed the same after hearing others.

    3. (C)

       To wait for the teacher to tell you the correct ending.

    4. (D)

       To write down all the endings without choosing one.

    5. (E)

       To say only the ending you thought of first.

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    Answer: (B)

    To describe how your idea of the ending might have changed or stayed the same after hearing others.

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69. 69.

    During a discussion about a book, if someone points out details you missed, how can you best show you've learned from this?

    1. (A)

       Just nod and don't say anything.

    2. (B)

       Pretend you already knew those details.

    3. (C)

       Change the subject to something else you know about.

    4. (D)

       Say that the details are not important.

    5. (E)

       Explain how those new details affect your overall understanding of the book.

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    Answer: (E)

    Explain how those new details affect your overall understanding of the book.

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70. 70.

    Your class is talking about the main message of a poem. If you hear a classmate's idea that makes a lot of sense, what should you do with your own initial idea?

    1. (A)

       Forget your idea and completely adopt theirs.

    2. (B)

       Ignore their idea because yours is already formed.

    3. (C)

       Ask the teacher to decide which idea is better.

    4. (D)

       Argue that your idea is the only correct one.

    5. (E)

       Consider how their idea adds to or changes your understanding of the poem's message.

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    Answer: (E)

    Consider how their idea adds to or changes your understanding of the poem's message.

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71. Ask and answer questions about information from a speaker, offering appropriate elaboration and detail.

    71.

    After listening to a friend explain how to make a paper airplane, what is a good question to ask if you want to know more about the folding steps?

    1. (A)

       "Is it better to use tape or glue?"

    2. (B)

       "How far can it fly after it's made?"

    3. (C)

       "Who taught you how to make that plane?"

    4. (D)

       "What color paper should I use?"

    5. (E)

       "Can you show me the part where you fold the wings again?"

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    Answer: (E)

    "Can you show me the part where you fold the wings again?"

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72. 72.

    A speaker just told you about their favorite animal, the panda. Which question would help you get more details about why it's their favorite?

    1. (A)

       "How many pandas are left in the world?"

    2. (B)

       "What do pandas usually eat each day?"

    3. (C)

       "What makes pandas so special to you?"

    4. (D)

       "Where do pandas live in the wild?"

    5. (E)

       "Are pandas related to bears or raccoons?"

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    Answer: (C)

    "What makes pandas so special to you?"

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73. 73.

    Your teacher described the steps for planting a seed. To show you understood and want to add more, which detail could you offer?

    1. (A)

       "Is it better to plant seeds in the morning?"

    2. (B)

       "Do all seeds grow into trees?"

    3. (C)

       "We should make sure the seed gets enough water."

    4. (D)

       "My favorite flower is a sunflower."

    5. (E)

       "I think the pot should be a bright color."

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    Answer: (C)

    "We should make sure the seed gets enough water."

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74. 74.

    After a classmate shared about their summer vacation to the beach, what is an appropriate question to ask for more information about an activity?

    1. (A)

       "Did you visit any other places besides the beach?"

    2. (B)

       "What kind of food did you eat while you were there?"

    3. (C)

       "How many days were you on vacation?"

    4. (D)

       "Can you tell me more about building sandcastles?"

    5. (E)

       "Was the weather sunny every day of your trip?"

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    Answer: (D)

    "Can you tell me more about building sandcastles?"

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75. 75.

    A speaker explained how to take care of a pet hamster. Which question would show you are thinking deeply and want to understand a specific challenge?

    1. (A)

       "What is the best type of cage for a hamster?"

    2. (B)

       "What if the hamster tries to escape from its cage?"

    3. (C)

       "What kind of toys do hamsters like to play with?"

    4. (D)

       "How often should I clean the hamster's cage to keep it healthy?"

    5. (E)

       "Are hamsters active mostly during the day or night?"

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    Answer: (D)

    "How often should I clean the hamster's cage to keep it healthy?"

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76. Report on a topic or text, tell a story, or recount an experience with appropriate facts and relevant, descriptive detai

    76.

    When telling a story about a visit to the zoo, what kind of details would make your experience more vivid for the listener?

    1. (A)

       Stating the time you arrived and left the zoo.

    2. (B)

       Sharing the sounds the monkeys made and the colors of the parrots.

    3. (C)

       Explaining how much the tickets cost.

    4. (D)

       Describing the exact number of animals in each cage.

    5. (E)

       Listing the names of all the people you went with.

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    Answer: (B)

    Sharing the sounds the monkeys made and the colors of the parrots.

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77. 77.

    You are recounting a memorable experience about learning to ride a bike. What would be the most relevant detail to include?

    1. (A)

       The brand of your first bicycle.

    2. (B)

       The type of helmet you wore.

    3. (C)

       The color of the street you learned on.

    4. (D)

       How many times your older sibling fell off their bike.

    5. (E)

       The feeling of falling down and then finally balancing.

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    Answer: (E)

    The feeling of falling down and then finally balancing.

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78. 78.

    To make a report about a favorite animal more understandable, what should you focus on when speaking?

    1. (A)

       Speaking clearly and at a steady pace.

    2. (B)

       Stopping frequently to ask if listeners understand.

    3. (C)

       Whispering so only those close to you can hear.

    4. (D)

       Using very long and complicated words.

    5. (E)

       Speaking quickly to fit in all the facts.

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    Answer: (A)

    Speaking clearly and at a steady pace.

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79. 79.

    When recounting an experience about a school field trip, what kind of descriptive detail would help the audience imagine the scene?

    1. (A)

       The date the field trip took place.

    2. (B)

       The crunchy sound of leaves underfoot in the forest.

    3. (C)

       The number of buses that took you there.

    4. (D)

       The rules about eating lunch on the bus.

    5. (E)

       The names of all the chaperones.

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    Answer: (B)

    The crunchy sound of leaves underfoot in the forest.

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80. 80.

    You are giving a report on how to bake cookies. What is important to remember about your speaking to ensure your audience can follow the steps?

    1. (A)

       Speak loudly and quickly to show excitement.

    2. (B)

       Only talk about the ingredients, not the steps.

    3. (C)

       Speak clearly, pause between steps, and use a moderate volume.

    4. (D)

       Turn your back to the audience sometimes to look at your notes.

    5. (E)

       Use a quiet voice so it feels like a secret.

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    Answer: (C)

    Speak clearly, pause between steps, and use a moderate volume.

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81. Create audio recordings of stories or poems; add drawings or other visual displays to presentations when appropriate to

    81.

    When creating an audio recording of a story, what is the best way to make the characters sound different from each other?

    1. (A)

       Make sure every character sounds exactly the same.

    2. (B)

       Use different voices, tones, or speeds for each character.

    3. (C)

       Whisper every line of dialogue for every character.

    4. (D)

       Speak in a very loud voice for all characters.

    5. (E)

       Read all the words very quickly without pausing.

    Show answerHide answer

    Answer: (B)

    Use different voices, tones, or speeds for each character.

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82. 82.

    You are making a presentation about the life cycle of a butterfly. What kind of visual display would best enhance the facts and details?

    1. (A)

       A map of the world.

    2. (B)

       A drawing showing a caterpillar, chrysalis, and butterfly.

    3. (C)

       A picture of a car.

    4. (D)

       A photo of a deep-sea fish.

    5. (E)

       A blank white board.

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    Answer: (B)

    A drawing showing a caterpillar, chrysalis, and butterfly.

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83. 83.

    Why might you add a drawing of a rocket ship to a presentation about space travel?

    1. (A)

       To confuse the audience about the topic.

    2. (B)

       To show what a famous chef looks like.

    3. (C)

       To prove that all rockets are red.

    4. (D)

       To make the presentation longer.

    5. (E)

       To help the audience understand how people travel to space.

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    Answer: (E)

    To help the audience understand how people travel to space.

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84. 84.

    When recording a poem, how can you use your voice to make sad parts sound sad and happy parts sound happy?

    1. (A)

       Keep your voice exactly the same throughout the poem.

    2. (B)

       Change your tone and expression to match the poem's feelings.

    3. (C)

       Read the entire poem as fast as you can.

    4. (D)

       Shout every word of the poem.

    5. (E)

       Only speak in a monotone, flat voice.

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    Answer: (B)

    Change your tone and expression to match the poem's feelings.

    Create audio recordings of stories or poems; add drawings or other visual displays to presentations when appropriate to enhance facts and details. · Medium

85. 85.

    You are giving a presentation about different types of dogs. Which visual aid would be most effective for showing the unique characteristics of a poodle compared to a bulldog?

    1. (A)

       A chart listing the names of all dog breeds.

    2. (B)

       A recording of a cat meowing.

    3. (C)

       An audio recording of a story about a bird.

    4. (D)

       Drawings or photos of a poodle and a bulldog side-by-side.

    5. (E)

       A video of a fish swimming in a tank.

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    Answer: (D)

    Drawings or photos of a poodle and a bulldog side-by-side.

    Create audio recordings of stories or poems; add drawings or other visual displays to presentations when appropriate to enhance facts and details. · Hard

86. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

    86.

    Which sentence uses the past tense correctly?

    1. (A)

       Yesterday, I went to the park.

    2. (B)

       Yesterday, I goed to the park.

    3. (C)

       Yesterday, I goes to the park.

    4. (D)

       Yesterday, I going to the park.

    5. (E)

       Yesterday, I go to the park.

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    Answer: (A)

    Yesterday, I went to the park.

    Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. · Easy

87. 87.

    Choose the sentence that correctly uses a comma in a list.

    1. (A)

       I like apples, oranges, and bananas.

    2. (B)

       I like apples oranges and bananas.

    3. (C)

       I, like apples oranges and bananas.

    4. (D)

       I like apples, oranges and bananas.

    5. (E)

       I like apples oranges, and bananas.

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    Answer: (A)

    I like apples, oranges, and bananas.

    Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. · Medium

88. 88.

    Which sentence correctly uses an apostrophe for possession?

    1. (A)

       The boys's dog barked loudly.

    2. (B)

       The boys dog barked loudly.

    3. (C)

       The boy dog's barked loudly.

    4. (D)

       The boy's dog barked loudly.

    5. (E)

       The boy's' dog barked loudly.

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    Answer: (D)

    The boy's dog barked loudly.

    Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. · Medium

89. 89.

    Identify the sentence where the subject and verb agree.

    1. (A)

       The cat sleep all day.

    2. (B)

       The cat sleeping all day.

    3. (C)

       The cats sleepes all day.

    4. (D)

       The cat sleeps all day.

    5. (E)

       The cats sleeps all day.

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    Answer: (D)

    The cat sleeps all day.

    Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. · Easy

90. 90.

    Which sentence correctly uses capitalization for a proper noun?

    1. (A)

       My friend lives in the city of new york.

    2. (B)

       I like to eat at the restaurant, pizza palace.

    3. (C)

       The dog's name is max.

    4. (D)

       We visited the grand canyon last summer.

    5. (E)

       She reads a book by the author, j.k. rowling.

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    Answer: (D)

    We visited the grand canyon last summer.

    Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. · Easy

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