Mrs. Eaton's Webpage - Kindness



The World of Competitive Eating?????(1) Whether you like it or not, eating contests are a part of American history. (2) On July 4, 1916, at Nathan’s Famous on Coney Island, immigrants argued over who was the most patriotic. (3) They had a hot dog eating contest to settle the matter. (4) Ever since, Nathan’s Famous on Coney Island has held a hot dog eating contest on July 4.?????(5) During the 1990s, professional eating became more popular. (6) George and Richard Shea founded Major League Eating (MLE) for the "sport" in 1997. (7) MLE arranges about 80 contests yearly. (8) No food is off limits. (9) Contests now involve waffles, corn, ribs, chicken nuggets, pizza, crab cakes, and so forth. (10) There are more sponsors now than ever before (such as Pizza Hut and Krystal). (11) With the increasing interest, the events get a fair amount of TV coverage.?????(12) Some who take part in eating contests become famous. (13) Sonya "The Black Widow" Thomas is a 105-pound woman who has won many contests and broken many records. (14) Takeru "Tsunami" Kobayashi was ranked first in the world. (15) However, Joey "Jaws" Chestnut took his title in 2007. (16) He had eaten 66 hot dogs in 12 minutes! (17) Many Americans were proud of him. (18) They loved the fact that he had taken the title from the Japanese. (19) In 2009, Chestnut broke his own record. (20) As a result, he took home the grand prize of $20,000. (21) He had eaten 68 hot dogs in 10 minutes! 1. The sentence that best supports the fact that eating contests are good for business is A.sentence 9.B.sentence 11.C.sentence 5.D.sentence 7.Here Comes the Brideby Audge Podge?????(1) Uncle Chuck and Aunt Collette had an outdoor wedding on the bank of Lake Martin in April, and the setting was beautiful. (2) Uncle Chuck made me an usher and put me in charge of playing "Here Comes the Bride." (3) On the big day, I had placed the CD in the boom box before heading to the lake. (4)?As soon as I pressed the play button to begin the ceremony, however, “The Barney Song” came on: (5) “I love you. (6) You love me. (7) We’re a happy family.” (8) Quickly, I pressed stop. (9) Collette giggled and said, “It’s okay. Start it again.” (10) She walked down the aisle singing with Barney and asked all of the guests to sing along, too. (11) Everyone was laughing hard when the song was over. (12) It was easy to see why Uncle Chuck loved Collette so much. (13) Apparently, my cousin Johnny had been “gettin’ down” with Barney while everyone was getting ready. (14) He didn’t even remember what he did with my CD. (15) Go figure! 2. Which argument does this passage best support? A.Large weddings are not worth the trouble.B.Brides are often calm when things do not go as planned.C.Unexpected details can be turned into fond memories.D.Indoor weddings are much easier to control.3. Which sentence best supports that the people at the wedding enjoy themselves? A.sentence 13B.sentence 4C.sentence 1D.sentence 114. Sentence 2 best supports the idea that Uncle Chuck thinks the speaker is A.confident.B.loving.C.bright.D.responsible.5. Which sentence best supports why Aunt Collette is a likeable person? A.sentence 1B.sentence 10C.sentence 12D.sentence 46. Sentence 13 best supports the idea that Johnny is A.young.B.thoughtful.C.talented.D.curious.(1)?????A 13-year-old surfing star was attacked by a shark. It happened just off Kauai’s North Shore. There was no sign of danger as Bethany Hamilton was lying on her surfboard in clear water. Her best friend and her friend’s father were nearby. The shark bit just once and then disappeared. It took Bethany’s left arm just below the shoulder. (2)?????Bethany remained in stable condition after the attack. Dr. David Rovinsky at Wilcox Memorial Hospital cared for her at the hospital. He said her top condition as an athlete helped her survive the attack. "This is a woman who is a highly trained athlete,” Rovinsky said. (3)?????The shark had not only taken off most of Bethany’s left arm, but her surfboard as well. The chunk taken out of her surfboard measures about 16 inches across and 8 inches deep. The measurements mean the shark was about twelve to fifteen feet long. A spokesman for the state Shark Task Force thinks that it may have been a tiger shark. Great White sharks are another type of shark that lives in the ocean. adapted from "Teen Surfer Attacked by Shark” by Renee Eng 7. Which sentence would best support the second paragraph? A.Shark teeth are the most often found fossils on the island.B.Bethany handled the huge blood loss better than most people would.C.Sharks are violent predators, with sharp teeth and powerful senses.D.The hospital was ranked by citizens as the best in the city.8. Which sentence in the last paragraph is off topic? A.The measurements mean the shark was about twelve to fifteen feet long.B.The chunk taken out of her surfboard measures about 16 inches across and 8 inches deep.C.Great White sharks are another type of shark that lives in the ocean.D.A spokesman for the state Shark Task Force thinks that it may have been a tiger shark.Who Is the Best?by C. Vesely?????Everyone should agree that Mickey Nadroj is the all-time best basketball player. However, some foolish people think otherwise. They say that the younger James Bronle is the all-time best. Piper Scott, one of Nadroj’s former teammates, would disagree with the statement that Nadroj is the all-time best player.?????“Nadroj was and is great. However, Bronle is a better all-around player than Nadroj ever was. Bronle is quick on the offense and the defense. He’s a more complete player. No one gets by Bronle,” Piper Scott stated in an interview last Thursday.?????Grant Ecaroh, another former teammate of Nadroj, was displeased by Scott’s comments. He responded in a separate interview.?????“I do not know how Piper Scott could claim that Bronle is better than Nadroj! Nadroj scored more points per game on average than Bronle has. For me, the proof that Nadroj is better and will always be better is the fact that he has eight championship rings. How many does Bronle have? Count ‘em. Zero!” Ecaroh said.?????Mickey Nadroj has outscored James Bronle on average. Nadroj also made his team play better through his encouragement and positive attitude. Bronle has been known to tear down his teammates and to hog the ball. Fans should judge for themselves, but keep in mind, Nadroj has eight championship rings while Bronle has none. 9. Which of the following is the best support for the main idea of the passage? A.the quote from Grant EcarohB.the description of Nadroj's attitudeC.the author's stated opinionD.the quote from Piper ScottPerfect Attendanceby Audge Podge?????(1) Jeremy was miserable about going to his school’s award ceremony. (2) Other students would be receiving awards for science fair projects and honor roll. (3) Jeremy, however, would be getting an award for perfect attendance.right000?????(4) When Principal Culpepper called Jeremy’s name, he walked onstage with his head hung low, grabbed his tiny trophy, and quickly returned to his seat.?????(5) During recess, Jeremy approached his teacher and said, “Mr. Barnum, I can’t accept this award.”?????(6) “Why not?” Mr. Barnum asked.?????(7) “Because it’s silly,” replied Jeremy. (8) “I didn’t do anything to earn a trophy. (9) I got an award for not getting sick. (10) Amy is a straight-A student. (11) However, she got pneumonia and didn’t get a perfect attendance award. (12) It wasn’t her fault she got sick. (13) It all happened by chance. (14) The only thing I did was come to school. (15) The other awards are given to students who have actually accomplished things. (16) I didn’t win the science fair or make the honor roll like the other kids. (17) Besides, my dad said I should only put things I’m proud of on my ‘love me’ wall.”?????(18) “What’s a ‘love me’ wall?” asked Mr. Barnum.?????(19) “It’s a wall where a person hangs all of his or her awards,” answered Jeremy. (20) “Dad also calls it a ‘brag wall.’ (21) I can’t have something I’m not proud of junking up my room.”?????(22) Mr. Barnum chuckled and said, “You make a good argument, so I’ll let Principal Culpepper know how you feel. (23) Jeremy, with a mind that thinks like yours does, you have the ability to earn much more than a perfect attendance award.”?????(24) “Thanks, Mr. Barnum,” said Jeremy. 10. Which words from the story support the idea that Jeremy's award is of little importance to the school? A.science fairB.junking upC.tiny trophyD.hung low11. Which argument does this passage best support? A.Cash awards are much better than trophies.B.One shouldn't get something for nothing.C.Students should go to school every day.D.Most trophies are useless pieces of junk.12. Which sentence best shows that Mr. Barnum respects Jeremy's opinion? A.sentence 6B.sentence 5C.sentence 21D.sentence 2213. Sentence 4 supports the idea that Jeremy is A.embarrassed.B.determined.C.sick.D.tired.14. The First Computers?????Human beings were the first computers. Long before personal computers, people had different ways of doing the same jobs that are now done by computers. "Computer" was once a job title for a person who worked with math, navigation, or the study of planets. The people who worked as "computers" did a lot of the same things over and over again. It was very easy for these workers to make mistakes. So, inventors started to look for ways to help them.?????Scientists invented the abacus to help with math. The abacus is made up of rings that slide back and forth over rods. This object was used to perform simple mathematical tasks. This invention led to the invention of calculators, the first computer machines.Directions:?Type your response in the box.Explain how the author supports the main idea of the passage.?Use details from the passage to support your response.15. Directions:?Select the correct text in the passage.Which sentence supports the idea that many people consider their dogs to be part of the family?Pampered Pooches? ? ?Dogs are now a bigger part of humans' lives more than ever.?Thus, many caregivers often recognize their dogs’ birthdays.Everything under the sun is available for a dog birthday party, such as liver-laced cake, Frosty Paws ice cream, and bone-shaped candles.?But what to get the pooch on the big day is a tough call.? ? ?Clothes may make a good birthday present for Phee-Phee.?Caregivers can find much more than dog sweaters these days.?Some dogs "require" fur coats, bathing suits, boots, shorts, sneakers, hoodies, pajamas, polo shirts, evening gowns, caps, and costumes.? ? ?On the other hand, a luxury dog house may make a better gift.?Some companies build dog houses with electricity, heating and cooling systems, and furniture.? ? ?Maybe there is a certain hound dog that is upset about his droopy eyes.?If that’s the case, plastic surgery would make a great gift.Nose jobs, face lifts, and tummy tucks are popular dog operations.? ? ?With all the products and services, caregivers shouldn't have a problem finding the perfect gifts to spoil their dogs.?16. Which reason best supports the following argument?Mice make great pets.A.Some mice are allergic to corn and peanuts.B.Having or adopting at least two mice is best.C.Mice cost very little money to take care of.D.Most mice normally sleep during the daytime.17. Read the following excerpt.?????Also, the parking problem on Boston and Vine streets needs to be fixed. There are many shops, a movie theater, and four grocery stores near that intersection. However, there is no place for the customers to park. Many people get tickets for illegal parking. Some cars have even been towed. The city should do something that helps both the city and the customers.What sentence should be added to support the main idea? A.People driving too much can cause the city's pollution to rise, and this will hurt the entire city.B.There are not enough crosswalks for people to use on Boston Street, and many people are jaywalking.C.The movie theater on Vine Street is the best in the city and has large crowds on Friday nights.D.For example, with a parking garage, people could park, and the city could use the collected money.18. Directions:?Select the correct text in the passage.Which sentence best supports that the villagers of Korphe value education?Greg Mortenson? ? ?(1)?Greg Mortenson is dedicated to making the world a better place.?(2)?After getting lost descending the K2, the world’s second-highest mountain, he was cared for by the Pakistani villagers of Korphe.?(3)?Thankful for his life, Mortenson asked the villagers what he could do to repay them.?(4)?They requested a new school.? ? ?(5)?To keep his promise, Mortenson came back to the U.S. to raise money.?(6)?He returned to nursing, and every spare cent he made went to the cause.?(7)?To help him save even more, he decided to live in his car.?(8)?He also asked those more fortunate for help.(9)?Thus, Dr. Jean Hoerni gave him the rest of the money he needed for Korphe’s school.? ? ?(10)?Instead of sitting on the cold ground writing with sticks in the dirt, the children of Korphe now have a schoolhouse, desks, supplies, and a regular teacher.? ? ?(11)?While raising money, Mortenson founded Pennies for Peace, which gives U.S. school children a way to help.?(12)?Mortenson also co-founded the Central Asia Institute.?(13)?Money given to these charities has helped Mortenson establish over 130 schools and counting in Afghanistan and Pakistan.?(14)?All of these schools allow girls to attend.?(15)?In the past, many women in these countries have not been given that opportunity.?19. Directions:?Type your response in the box.Volunteering in the community involves giving time to help others in need.?Some people volunteer to help animals or the environment.?Others may volunteer to help in hospitals.?There are different ways a person can volunteer.Write at least one paragraph telling why volunteering is important.?Give good reasons to support your opinion.Rubric20. Directions:?Select the correct answer from the drop-down menu.Which sentence?best?supports the idea that helping neighbors is a simple and smart way for young people to earn money?Easy Money?????Helping neighbors with housework is a simple and smart way for young people to earn money.?Children as young as 10 or 11 can mow lawns, help with housekeeping, or look after pets.?Jobs around the neighborhood are easy to schedule.?Many young people find time to work during weekday afternoons or on the weekends.??Young people do not have to worry about paperwork or taxes for many of these part-time jobs.?Some neighbors pay cash as soon as the job is complete.?Young people can save the money earned for important purchases.?For example, a young person can charge $25 to mow a lawn.?By mowing just one lawn per week, he or she can make at least $100 a month and be well on the way to meeting his or her savings goal.21. Directions:?Select the correct answer from the drop-down menu.Which sentence?best?supports the idea that the Mayans were important people?The Mayans? ? ?The Mayans were an important group of people who lived long ago.?They lived in the areas that are now known as Mexico and Central America.?The Mayans made many great advances between 250 AD and 900 AD.?The Mayans invented the oldest writing system in Central America.?Their system was challenging and included nearly 800 different symbols.??The Mayans constructed pyramids without the help of metal tools.One of the pyramids, the Pyramid of the Sun, is the third largest pyramid in the world22. (1)?????Listen to the kids in the music room at Lost City School. You'll hear unusual sounds. The kids sing about the wa-ga and ka-wa-nu on Old MacDonald's farm. Those words mean "cow" and "duck" in Cherokee. In another room, kids learn everything from colors to animal names in Cherokee. Most kids don't like English class because they don't like reading long books.(2)?????Lost City School is teaching kids Cherokee and English. It is trying to help save a dying language. Most adults who speak Cherokee are over the age 45. Doug Whalen, of the Endangered Language Fund, says all 170 or so Native Indian languages in the United States are at risk of disappearing.adapted from "Saving a Native Language" by Elizabeth WinchesterWhich of the following sentences from the passage supports the main idea the least? A.Most adults who speak Cherokee are over the age 45.B.In another room, kids learn everything from colors to animal names in Cherokee.C.The kids sing about the wa-ga and ka-wa-nu on Old MacDonald’s farm.D.Most kids don't like English class because they don't like reading long books.23. (1)?????A fad is a fashion, an item, or a behavior that is very popular for a short period of time. A particular person or group of people can also be fads. For example, certain movie stars, certain singers, or certain bands can be very popular for a brief amount of time. Television shows and movies can be fads, too. Some examples of fads are Webkinz, Hannah Montana, High School Musical, and iPods.(2)?????Many people follow the latest fads because they want to look cool. The difficult thing with fads is that they change so often. Some fads can last for more than a year. Other fads disappear within weeks. People may have to spend a lot of time following the current fads. They find out about fashion, famous people, and so on by reading magazines and blogs and by watching TV shows. Also, people who desire to own the most popular items have to shop a lot. Following the latest fads can be tough to do. People should realize that fads constantly come and go. Which of the following sentences should be added to support the main idea of the second paragraph? A.A person must spend a lot of time training to become a famous singer.B.Stores lower the prices of items that are no longer considered to be fads.C.Some people spend a lot of their money keeping up with the latest fads.D.People from older generations still remember the fads from their youth.24. Directions:?Select the correct answer from the drop-down menu.Which sentence?best?supports the idea that parental locks are essential for people who have children?Keep Children Safe?????Parental locks are essential for people who have children.?These locks can prevent children from watching adult programs by accident.?For instance, news programs with frightening information can come on after cartoon shows with very little notice.?Parents who are too busy doing other household chores may not be aware of the change in programming.?Surprises like that can be avoided if parents block TV programs that are not kid friendly.?Watching too much TV can get in the way of playing outside or exploring new things.?As a result, children can become unhealthy.?By limiting the amount of TV watched, adults can help children start to live a well-balanced lifestyle.?Something as simple as parental locks can change the lives of children.25. Which comment is weak support for the following argument?People should grow gardens in their backyards.A.Gardeners use less or no pesticides compared with most farmers.B.The bigger the garden, the less grass one will have to cut.C.A fruitful garden enables growers to share with family and friends.D.The veggies are fresher than veggies in the grocery stores.26. Peppermint Hot Chocolate MixIngredients2 cups powdered milk? cup powdered non-dairy creamer? cup powdered sugar? cup unsweetened cocoa powder? cup of semisweet chocolate chips3 crushed candy canesDirectionsThoroughly mix the ingredients.Place in a glass jar.Decorate the jar.Add a direction label that says, "Stir 3 to 4 tablespoons of cocoa mix in a mug of hot water. Add marshmallows if desired."Which argument does this recipe best support? A.Hot chocolate is fairly healthful.B.Hot chocolate mix is cheap to make.C.Homemade gifts can save money.D.Homemade gifts are easy to make.27. (1)?????When most people hear "year-round education," they think it means losing summer vacation. But is that all that year-round education means? Is year-round education something that will improve student learning? (2)?????Schools in America run on a 10-month system. This system began when the U.S. was still a rural country. Children needed to work in the fields all summer at that time. Now, times have changed. All kids hate going to school for most of their lives. Many people want to do away with the "old-fashioned" system. They think year-round education would be a positive change. Many don't even know what the phrase "year-round education" means. Generally, it means that schools will continue to have a 180-day system. They will spread these days out differently with shorter breaks between each term.Which of the following sentences from the passage supports the main idea the least? A.This system began when the U.S. was still a rural country.B.Many don't even know what the phrase "year-round education" means.C.All kids hate going to school for most of their lives.D.Many people want to do away with the "old-fashioned" system.28. Which reason best supports the following argument?The Fredericksburg Frogs are the greatest youth football players in the county.A.The team's equipment is top of the line.B.The team trains hard and works well together.C.Local companies give money to support the team.D.The players' parents come to all the games.?????A pumpkin riding a bike around White Rock Lake might be a rare sight on most days. During one Halloween bike rally, it happens. The Sierra Club holds the rally each year. During the bike rally, the club tells the public about renewable energy. This is making energy from natural resources like sunlight, rain, and wind. Bike riders wear costumes while riding the 9.4-mile route around the lake. White Rock Lake is the oldest lake in Dallas. Every two miles, the riders stop. While resting, they hear about fossil fuels like natural gas and oil. After the rally, awards are given for the best costumes in three categories: best costume about renewable energy, best kid's costume, and best bike decorations. 29. Which sentence should be added to support the main idea? A.Bicycling is a good activity to raise awareness because it does not use fossil fuels.B.Halloween is an appropriate time to talk about energy because candy is energy food.C.Some children would rather ride their bikes at a lake than go trick-or-treating.D.Many people walk at the lake because they do not want to burn gas by driving.30. Which sentence in this passage is off topic? A.While resting, they hear about renewable energy instead of fossil fuels like natural gas and oil.B.Bike riders wear costumes while riding the 9.4-mile route around the lake.C.White Rock Lake is the oldest lake in Dallas.D.During the bike rally, they tell the public about renewable energy.Cardinals????? (1) Cardinals are a type of songbird found in North America. (2) Cardinals "sing" beautiful, cheerful songs. (3) Male cardinals found in the eastern part of North America are bright red. (4) They have black feathers on their throats and around their eyes. (5) Gray cardinals are found in other parts of North America. (6) They are gray with red faces, crests, breasts, and tails. (7) The eastern female cardinals are brown with red patches. (8) All male and female cardinals have a crest of feathers on top of their heads. 31. Which sentence should be removed from the paragraph? A.sentence 5B.sentence 2C.sentence 6D.sentence 432. Which sentence would provide a supporting detail for the paragraph above? A.The cardinal couples raise their young together.B.Cardinals eat insects, seeds, and wild fruit.C.The males and females stay together as couples.D.Both males and females have a red-orange bill.Perfect Attendanceby Audge Podge?????(1) Jeremy was miserable about going to his school’s award ceremony. (2) Other students would be receiving awards for science fair projects and honor roll. (3) Jeremy, however, would be getting an award for perfect attendance.right000?????(4) When Principal Culpepper called Jeremy’s name, he walked onstage with his head hung low, grabbed his tiny trophy, and quickly returned to his seat.?????(5) During recess, Jeremy approached his teacher and said, “Mr. Barnum, I can’t accept this award.”?????(6) “Why not?” Mr. Barnum asked.?????(7) “Because it’s silly,” replied Jeremy. (8) “I didn’t do anything to earn a trophy. (9) I got an award for not getting sick. (10) Amy is a straight-A student. (11) However, she got pneumonia and didn’t get a perfect attendance award. (12) It wasn’t her fault she got sick. (13) It all happened by chance. (14) The only thing I did was come to school. (15) The other awards are given to students who have actually accomplished things. (16) I didn’t win the science fair or make the honor roll like the other kids. (17) Besides, my dad said I should only put things I’m proud of on my ‘love me’ wall.”?????(18) “What’s a ‘love me’ wall?” asked Mr. Barnum.?????(19) “It’s a wall where a person hangs all of his or her awards,” answered Jeremy. (20) “Dad also calls it a ‘brag wall.’ (21) I can’t have something I’m not proud of junking up my room.”?????(22) Mr. Barnum chuckled and said, “You make a good argument, so I’ll let Principal Culpepper know how you feel. (23) Jeremy, with a mind that thinks like yours does, you have the ability to earn much more than a perfect attendance award.”?????(24) “Thanks, Mr. Barnum,” said Jeremy. 33. Sentence 23 supports the idea that Jeremy is A.moodyB.bothersomeC.smartD.funnyThe Chicken Dance?????(1) In the 1950s, accordion player Werner Thomas of Davos, Switzerland, wrote a song for the flock of ducks and geese in his care. (2) He named his tune "Der Ententanz" or "The Duck Dance." (3) In the early 1960s, Thomas performed the song as a restaurant musician. (4) The people in town loved it and created the famous dance moves. (5) Thomas and his song were discovered by a customer and music producer named Louis van Rijmenant. (6) He liked the song and recorded it. (7) From there, its popularity spread around the globe. (8) The song was introduced in the US in 1982 by music director Norm Edlebeck as "The Chicken Dance." (9) During its history, the tune has been given various bird titles. 34. Which sentence supports the idea that success is all about being in the right place at the right time? A.sentence 3B.sentence 7C.sentence 5D.sentence 635. Sentence 1 best supports the idea that A.Werner Thomas likes animals.B.accordions are popular instruments.C.writing music is an easy thing to do.D.Switzerland is a large country.36. The sentence that best supports the idea that one does not have to be a professional to create something popular is A.sentence 7.B.sentence 1.C.sentence 4.D.sentence 3.When Stars Fail to Shineby Tia Caribbean?????Famous people have a lot of privileges based on their popularity. For example, if a movie star wants to eat at a fancy restaurant, he or she will get a table before a non-famous person. This kind of special treatment is understandable. However, there should be a line drawn somewhere. Stars should not be allowed to cross over into other fields based solely on their fame. There are many instances where stars are given career opportunities just because they are famous. Many people agree that this is unfair.?????“I went and saw Where the Roads Meet with Brynn Sears in the leading role. Sure, Brynn can sing, but she can’t act at all! I wasted my money on a movie ticket. I am so disappointed that the director let a good plot go to waste because of Brynn’s poor acting,” moviegoer Alicia Thompson said. ?????Another example of a star crossing over is when Jordan Michaels left football in order to play hockey. Michaels led the Boulders football team to victory in the Super Bowl five years in a row. Then, Michaels retired from football and decided to play hockey.?????“When Michaels joined the Blades hockey team, he took my spot. I trained hard in order to play hockey. I was on the team for three seasons before Michaels came along. To make matters worse, I was a better player than he was. I lost my career because Michaels was given the chance to play based on his fame,” former pro hockey player Gus Smith stated.?????Many books have been written by stars. Some of the books have received good reviews, while others seem to be poor attempts at self-promotion. Thanks for Listening to My Great Advice, Queen of Drama Land, and How to Be a Star are just a few of the titles by famous people. Unfortunately, the lack of writing ability does not stop stars from getting published.?????Famous people should not cross over into whatever field they want. Stars take opportunities from people that have more talent than they have. Also, stars that are not qualified produce poor-quality films, books, and so on. 37. Which of the following best supports the main idea of the passage? A.the quotes from non-famous peopleB.the list of books by famous peopleC.the fact that people still attend movies and sporting eventsD.the information about Michaels' success as a football player(1)?????When people think about exercise, they generally think of it as something they do alone. However, research seems to say that people exercise more when they work out in groups. (2)?????Why is this? Exercising releases chemicals into the body which help people to feel less pain. These chemicals are called endorphins. It appears that when people exercise together there is an increase in the amount of endorphins released, allowing them to handle more pain. Many people take pills to kill pain. (3)????? Scientists studied teams of men and women who rowed slim boats called racing shells. They had the teams exercise on rowing machines that allowed their effort to be measured. They rowed by themselves for two sessions, and then they rowed twice as a group. (4)?????After each session, their pain tolerance was measured by gradually tightening a cuff around each rower’s arm. Rowers don’t normally wear long-sleeved shirts. The cuffs were tightened until the rower said to stop. The researchers found that the rowers could stand more pain after they had rowed as a team. 38. Which of these sentences would best support the main idea of the second paragraph? A.However, most people would rather exercise by themselves.B.This is why coaches always tell athletes to try harder.C.The more pain a person can handle, the longer he or she can exercise.D.Aspirin, a common pain killer, is sold over the counter.39. Which sentence should be removed from this passage because it is off topic? A.They had the teams exercise on rowing machines that allowed their effort to be measured.B.Many people take pills to kill pain.C.The cuffs were tightened until the rower said to stop.D.They rowed by themselves for two sessions, and then they rowed twice as a group.40. Which sentence from the passage least supports the main idea of the last paragraph? A.The researchers found that the rowers could stand more pain after they had rowed as a team.B.After each session, their pain tolerance was measured by gradually tightening a cuff around each rower's arm.C.Rowers don't normally wear long-sleeved shirts.D.The cuffs were tightened until the rower said to stop.Read the following essay.?????Boston Street needs immediate work to repair its condition. Many people drive on Boston Street each day. I live on Boston Street and like my house and my neighbors. Unfortunately, the road is in such bad shape that it can hurt a car. Years of wear and tear to the street have caused most of the problems. 41. Which sentence should be removed from the passage? A.Unfortunately, the road is in such bad shape that it can hurt a car.B.Years of wear and tear to the street have caused most of the problems.C.Boston Street needs immediate work to repair its condition.D.I live on Boston Street and like my house and my neighbors.42. What sentence should be added to support the main idea? A.There should be a school zone set up on Boston Street so students can cross back and forth.B.It's dangerous to drive down Boston Street when it rains because most people drive too fast.C.For example, the pavement past my house has potholes that can damage a car's tires.D.The police should do more patrolling on Boston Street and start giving more tickets.(1)?????Some people fear that video games have bad effects on players. Health and government officials are worried. The flashing lights in some games can cause seizures. There have also been acts of violence that were influenced by games. Some people play so long that they can become addicted. (2)?????Video games can excite the same areas of the brain affected by drugs and alcohol. However, gaming is not really addictive, researchers say. The best game system according to kids is the Sony PlayStation 3.(3)?????Researchers studied people who played the online game EverQuest. They said that about 15 percent of players called themselves addicted to the game. Thirty percent acted like addicts. Fifty percent reported that games had a bad effect on their family or lives. This is a problem since many play EverQuest for more than 20 hours a week. That's the same amount of time it takes to work a part-time job.adapted from "Video Games Not Actually Addictive” by Nia Williams 43. Which of the following sentences would best support the second paragraph? A.Researchers say drugs are more addictive than outside influences because drugs are taken into the body.B.Many kids ask for game systems as gifts, and stores usually sell most of the systems for Christmas and the holidays.C.The newest games are also made available every year at the Digital Games Research Conference.D.The Digital Games Research Conference holds a competition for gamers, and the grand prize is $1000.44. Which of the following sentences from the passage supports the main idea the least? A.Some people fear that video games have bad effects on players.B.This is a problem since many play EverQuest for more than 20 hours a week.C.There have also been acts of violence that were influenced by games.D.The best game system according to kids is the Sony PlayStation 3.Beaver Dams????? (1) Beavers are the largest type of rodent in North America. (2) They are known for building dams. (3) First, they stand on their hind legs and use their long, strong front teeth to cut down a tree. (4) Then, they chew the bark and branches off the tree. (5) After the beavers strip the tree, they move the log into the water and float it to where they want to build the dam. (6) Beavers spread natural oil from their bodies over their fur to protect them from cold water in winter. (7) Next, they use mud, stones, branches, and sticks to fill in gaps and block the flow of water. 45. Which sentence should be removed from the passage? A.sentence 2B.sentence 1C.sentence 6D.sentence 346. Which could be a sentence with a supporting detail for this paragraph? A.Beavers work together in clans, or family groups of about six beavers, to build sturdy dams.B.Beavers were hunted for their valuable furs and almost became extinct in the early 1900's.C.Beavers have furry bodies, short legs, webbed feet, and thick tails of up to 16 inches long.D.Beavers have poor eyesight; so, they rely on their keen hearing and strong sense of smell.The Real Little House????? (1) Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House books include factual and made-up events. (2) The books are about her childhood in the Midwest during the late 1800s. (3) Laura couldn't remember many of the events from her youth, so she had to research and make up some of the events. (4) Laura also changed the characters. (5) Nellie Olsen, for instance, is based on three girls from Laura’s childhood. (6) Carrie, Laura’s sister, appears in Little House in the Big Woods even though she hadn’t been born during the period of time Laura wrote about. (7) Also, Mr. Edwards is thought to be made up or loosely based on a real person.?????(8) Little House on the Prairie the TV show ran from 1974 to 1983. (9) However, it differs even more from real life than the books do. (10) On the show, Laura’s sister Mary gets married and teaches at a school for the blind. (11) In real life, she attended a school for the blind. (12) After graduating, she lived with relatives until her death. (13)?Albert, a boy whom the Ingalls family adopts on the show, never existed at all. 47. Which phrase from the story best supports the following argument?Handicapped people had few opportunities in pioneer days.A.attended a schoolB.differs even moreC.family adoptsD.lived with relatives48. Which sentence does the second paragraph best support? A.The history was changed in the show to make it more exciting.B.The TV show explains frontier life much better than the books.C.Most people rely on TV programs to give them historical lessons.D.Characters on TV are much better looking than real-life people.49. Which sentence best supports the statement below?Some of the characters in Wilder's Little House books are based on real people. A.sentence 2B.sentence 6C.sentence 3D.sentence 4Malta?????(1)?Malta is a tiny country made up of several islands. (2)?Only three of the islands, however, have people living on them: Malta, Gozo, and Comino. (3)?Malta is located just south of Italy in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea. (4)?The water in Malta is safe to drink. (5)?Maltese and English are the official languages on this island. (6)?However, visitors may also hear Maltese people speaking Italian. 50. Which sentence best supports the main idea of the passage? A.Malta is a group of islands located south of Italy; this is why so many people there speak the Italian language.B.Malta is a great vacation spot for Americans because English is one of Malta's official languages.C.Malta is a small Mediterranean country made up of several islands; it has two official languages.D.Malta, Gozo, and Comino are the only Maltese islands that have people living on them.51. Which sentence should be removed because it is off topic? A.sentence 4B.sentence 1C.sentence 6D.sentence 2Tiny Timby Audge Podge?????(1) Tiny Tim wanted to be big and strong to attract the ladies. (2) I know! Tim thought. (3) I’ll lift weights! (4) Tim headed to the gym every day and did nothing but work out his arm and chest muscles for hours.?????(5) Eventually, Tim got the ladies’ attention, but not in the way he had hoped. (6) His neck had disappeared, and he couldn’t see over his huge chest to even tie his shoelaces. (7) When he stood up, his tiny legs could barely support his large upper body. (8) When someone tapped him on the shoulder, he had trouble turning his neck to see over his large shoulders and back.?????(9) To solve his new problems, Tim decided to build up his legs. (10) He got so excited about having buff legs to match the rest of his body that he immediately started running. (11) In the park, however, he got a cramp, howled in pain, and lifted his leg. (12) His good leg couldn’t handle the weight of the rest of his body, so he fell on his back. (13) He rolled back and forth like a turtle and muttered to himself angrily. (14) Finally, the police came to take Tim away. (15) Unfortunately, he got more attention from the ladies at the park who had reported a “strange maniac.” 52. Which sentence supports the statement, "Things aren't always what they seem"? A.sentence 7B.sentence 6C.sentence 13D.sentence 1553. The passage best supports the idea that Tim A.talks to himself a lot.B.is an underweight man.C.regularly visits the park.D.rarely goes on a date.54. Which sentence best supports the idea that stretching before exercising is important? A.sentence 8B.sentence 10C.sentence 11D.sentence 955. Which argument below would sentence 7 best support? A.Protein helps to build muscle.B.Regular exercise is good for a person's heart.C.Arm muscles are the most important muscles.D.Full-body workouts are best.The Primping Princessby Audge Podge?????(1) My oldest sister, Brandy, is secretly in love with Calvin, my teammate’s brother. (2) Brandy has been coming to my softball games just to stare at him. (3) After the game, she found out he was going to the victory celebration at Rhea’s Pizzeria. (4) Brandy insisted on driving me so she could have the opportunity to stare at Calvin some more.?????(5) However, we just had to go home first so Brandy could change her clothes and primp. (6) She tried on several outfits, and after each one, she asked, “What do you think about this one?”?????(7) “Who cares,” I finally said. (8) “Everyone else is going to be in a sweaty, dirt-stained softball uniform. (9) Pick something already! (10) I’m hungry!”?????(11) By the time Brandy and I got to Rhea’s, the pizza was cold and the pitchers of soda were watered down. (12) But it was all worth it to find out that Calvin and his sister had just left. (13) That is what she gets for being a primping princess! 56. Which sentence best supports that the speaker's softball team plays well? A.sentence 2B.sentence 9C.sentence 3D.sentence 857. Which statement does this passage best support? A.Brandy and her sister are both sports fans.B.Brandy and her sister are really different.C.The speaker has never had a crush on a boy.D.The speaker likes pizza more than Brandy.58. The sentence that best shows that Brandy cannot care less about softball is A.sentence 3.B.sentence 4.C.sentence 2.D.sentence 1.59. Which phrase from the story best supports the claim that Brandy is shy? A.go home firstB.change her clothesC.insisted on drivingD.stare at him60. Which paragraph best supports that the speaker is impatient? A.the third paragraphB.the first paragraphC.the fourth paragraphD.the second paragraph61. Welcome Back?????It was the first day of school at Mountainside Elementary School. Chandler was wearing new shoes to add color to the boring school uniform. The shoes gleamed as Chandler exited the school bus. Riley, an old friend, waved from the school door. While running over to say hello, Chandler accidentally bumped into a few first graders. Chandler began thinking about how lonely summer break had been at Grandma’s house. It was nice to finally see a friendly face.Directions:?Type your response in the box.Rewrite the story using dialogue and descriptions to develop the story.The World of Competitive Eating?????(1) Whether you like it or not, eating contests are a part of American history. (2) On July 4, 1916, at Nathan’s Famous on Coney Island, immigrants argued over who was the most patriotic. (3) They had a hot dog eating contest to settle the matter. (4) Ever since, Nathan’s Famous on Coney Island has held a hot dog eating contest on July 4.?????(5) During the 1990s, professional eating became more popular. (6) George and Richard Shea founded Major League Eating (MLE) for the "sport" in 1997. (7) MLE arranges about 80 contests yearly. (8) No food is off limits. (9) Contests now involve waffles, corn, ribs, chicken nuggets, pizza, crab cakes, and so forth. (10) There are more sponsors now than ever before (such as Pizza Hut and Krystal). (11) With the increasing interest, the events get a fair amount of TV coverage.?????(12) Some who take part in eating contests become famous. (13) Sonya "The Black Widow" Thomas is a 105-pound woman who has won many contests and broken many records. (14) Takeru "Tsunami" Kobayashi was ranked first in the world. (15) However, Joey "Jaws" Chestnut took his title in 2007. (16) He had eaten 66 hot dogs in 12 minutes! (17) Many Americans were proud of him. (18) They loved the fact that he had taken the title from the Japanese. (19) In 2009, Chestnut broke his own record. (20) As a result, he took home the grand prize of $20,000. (21) He had eaten 68 hot dogs in 10 minutes! 62. Which argument does this passage best support? A.Nathan's hot dogs are the best.B.The hot dog is a symbol of America.C.Chestnut has trained more than Kobayashi.D.Apple pie-eating contests are more patriotic.63. Which argument below does this passage best support? A.Spicy food is the hardest type of food to eat quickly.B.Krystal's contest is more popular than Nathan's.C.Eating contests sometimes pay out big bucks.D.Sonya Thomas is the fastest female eater in the world.64. Which sentence supports the idea that some people who take part in eating contests are quite fit? A.sentence 19B.sentence 13C.sentence 6D.sentence 965. Which sentence best supports the idea that there is always room for personal improvement? A.sentence 6B.sentence 4C.sentence 19D.sentence 11(1)?????There is no such thing as the perfect shape. Some people feel too skinny. Others feel they weigh too much. Some people are born with smaller body frames and smaller bones. Some are born with bigger bones and bigger body frames. These are things that cannot be controlled by a diet.(2)?????Unfortunately, weight is a stressful issue for many people. If you find that how much you weigh is worrying you, talk to a doctor. A doctor can check your Body Mass Index (BMI). Your BMI is the correct weight you should be based upon how tall you are. Doctors can also figure out if you have the flu or a cold when you visit. Your doctor can give you advice about your weight. If you're underweight, he or she can show you ways to put on weight slowly. Your doctor may also have you see a dietician. A dietician is a person that knows a great deal about food and eating healthy. A dietician can show you how to eat fewer calories. He or she can also show you how to manage the nutrients that you need. Just know that the best way to lose or gain weight is with a doctor's help. 66. What sentence should be added to support the main idea of the second paragraph? A.Many adults follow diets because they hope to lose weight and look good for swimsuit season.B.Exercise is an important part of losing weight since it can burn calories and fat.C.If you're overweight, he or she can show you how to lose weight and still be healthy.D.Some diets can be dangerous because they are not intended for a long-term, healthy lifestyle.67. Which of the following sentences from the passage least supports the main idea? A.Doctors can also figure out if you have the flu or a cold when you visit.B.If you're underweight, he or she can show you ways to put on weight slowly.C.A dietician is a person who knows a great deal about food and eating healthy.D.Your BMI is the correct weight you should be based upon how tall you are.Gabbin’ Gabbyby Audge Podgeright000?????(1) My sister Gabriel is good at talking on the phone. (2) In fact, she talks on it so much that I’m not sure she has any other skills. (3) When she isn’t talking on her cell phone, she walks around wearing her Bluetooth headset just in case some juicy gossip comes her way. (4) She gets angry with me when I tell her, “You know, you’re not so important that you need to wear that all the time. (5) You look ridiculous!”?????(6) Mom asked Gabriel to take me to my baseball game the other day. (7) Luckily, Mom doesn’t let her drive and talk. (8) This is a very good thing. (9) On our way out, Gabriel tripped on a rug right outside the front door while talking to her friend Pam on the topic of hair gel.?????(10) At the game, Gabriel walked up the stands yakking away without saying "excuse me" as she squeezed by people to sit down. (11) Then, she talked about how cheap her boyfriend was, information I’m sure everyone else in the stands cared about. (12) Then, I watched as she bought cotton candy from a salesman without giving him the time of day. (13) To make things even worse, her screaming into the phone was distracting my team. (14) Because of this, I asked Gabriel to leave and got a ride home from my coach. 68. Which sentence from the passage best supports the argument below?The speaker believes that her sister talks about unimportant subjects on the phone.A.sentence 9B.sentence 10C.sentence 13D.sentence 469. Which statement from the passage best supports the idea that cell phones can put people in dangerous situations? A.sentence 9B.sentence 13C.sentence 7D.sentence 1070. Which argument does the passage support? A.Cell phones should be used for emergencies.B.Texting and driving is very dangerous.C.Cell phone users should mind their manners.D.Yelling at baseball games is acceptable.71. The Layaway Plan?????Shawn had finally saved up enough money to buy a computer tablet. All of those months of hard work were about to pay off. Shawn arrived at the store with the cash and told a worker what he was looking for. The worker said that the store had stopped selling those tablets. They were now selling a new, more expensive kind. Saving up that much money would take Shawn another two months. By then, an even more expensive one might be for sale. As Shawn walked away, the worker shouted something about a layaway plan. Shawn hadn’t thought about that option. Shawn had already saved the cash that could be used for the first payment. Shawn could then pay the rest of the money over time while the store held the tablet in a safe place. Shawn signed up for the plan, walked away happy, and got back to work.Directions:?Type your response in the box.Rewrite the story using dialogue and descriptions to develop the story.Greg Mortenson?????(1) Greg Mortenson is dedicated to making the world a better place. (2) After getting lost descending the K2, the world’s second-highest mountain, he was cared for by the Pakistani villagers of Korphe. (3) Thankful for his life, Mortenson asked the villagers what he could do to repay them. (4) They requested a new school.?????(5) To keep his promise, Mortenson came back to the U.S. to raise money. (6) He returned to nursing, and every spare cent he made went to the cause. (7) To help him save even more, he decided to live in his car. (8) He also asked those more fortunate for help. (9) Thus, Dr. Jean Hoerni gave him the rest of the money he needed for Korphe’s school.?????(10) Instead of sitting on the cold ground writing with sticks in the dirt, the children of Korphe now have a schoolhouse, desks, supplies, and a regular teacher. ?????(11) While raising money, Mortenson founded Pennies for Peace, which gives U.S. school children a way to help. (12) Mortenson also co-founded the Central Asia Institute. (13) Money given to these charities has helped Mortenson establish over 130 schools and counting in Afghanistan and Pakistan. (14) All of these schools allow girls to attend. (15) In the past, many women in these countries have not been given that opportunity. 72. Which of the following arguments would the passage best support? A.One person can make a difference.B.Pennies are not worth very much.C.The rich and famous give the most money.D.Many people rarely keep their promises.73. Which phrase from the passage best supports that Mortenson will continue to better the lives of others? A.and countingB.these charitiesC.more fortunateD.repay them74. Which sentence best supports that Mortenson is a dedicated man? A.sentence 7B.sentence 4C.sentence 14D.sentence 1075. Which paragraph best supports the idea that Korphe desperately needed help? A.the last paragraphB.the second paragraphC.the first paragraphD.the third paragraph(1)?????It doesn't stink. That's the first thing that visitors to the McCommas Bluff Landfill notice. It seems like a place that takes in 5,000 tons of garbage a day should stink. It should smell at least as bad as a dumpster, but it doesn't.(2)?????There is a good reason for that. At the end of each work day, a crew of men spreads six inches of clean dirt on the new garbage. The dirt helps mask the harsh smell. This keeps stray dogs and rats away. It also makes the landfill look more like a construction site than a garbage dump.(3)?????Before the dirt is added in the evening, the mounds of trash are flattened by a compactor. This machine, with tires as tall as a man, runs over each load of garbage five times. This mashes the trash down to reduce the amount of space it takes up. Big machines like the compactor are also used in open-pit mines. Flattening the garbage every day means the city can keep the landfill open for a long time.(4)?????Overlooking the Trinity River, McCommas Bluff is the 15th largest landfill in the country. Flowing through the whole state of Texas, the Trinity River is one of the state's longest rivers. In addition to the trash from homes, the landfill also accepts garbage from apartments and office buildings. The city of Dallas, Texas, which owns the landfill, sells space to other cities. By compacting the garbage each day, the city has more overall space to sell. 76. Which sentence should be removed in the last paragraph because it is off topic? A.Flowing through the whole state of Texas, the Trinity River is one of the state's longest rivers.B.In addition to the trash from homes, the landfill also accepts garbage from apartments and office buildings.C.Overlooking the Trinity River, McCommas Bluff is the 15th largest landfill in the country.D.By compacting the garbage each day, the city has more overall space to sell.77. Which of the following sentences would best support the second paragraph? A.Plastic bags like you get at the store blow all over most landfills.B.Junked cars and trucks are not allowed at public landfills.C.The clean dirt used to cover the garbage comes from construction sites.D.Rats and stray dogs are among the biggest problems at public landfills.78. Which of the following sentences from the passage supports the main idea the least? A.It also makes the landfill look more like a construction site than a garbage dump.B.At the end of each work day, a crew of men spreads six inches of clean dirt on the new garbage.C.Big machines like the compactor are also used in open-pit mines.D.Flattening the garbage every day means the city can keep the landfill open for a long time.79. Which of the following sentences would best support the third paragraph? A.There are three other very large landfills located around the state of Texas.B.The McCommas Bluff Landfill has been nominated for a Landfill of the Year Award.C.As of 2009, the landfill has saved enough space to remain open for 30 more years.D.Often landfills are turned into luxury golf courses when they are finally closed.(1)?????America has a weight problem. The Centers for Disease Control says that about 64% of adults are overweight or obese. Over the past 20 years, adult obesity in the United States has more than doubled. It went up from 15% in 1980 to 31% in 2000. (2)?????These numbers show a strong upward trend. This trend is not just for adults. Over the same 20 years, the number of obese kids ages 6 to 19 has tripled to 15%. (3)?????Obesity can lead to serious health problems. It can cause heart disease, stroke, diabetes, cancer, and high blood pressure. Type II diabetes was once thought of as an adult disease. Now, it has increased in young people. Scientists are looking for a cure for the eye disease glaucoma.adapted from "We Can Eat Smarter” by Kathryn R. Satterfield 80. Which of the following sentences from the passage supports the main idea the least? A.Type II diabetes was once thought of as an adult disease.B.Scientists are looking for a cure for the eye disease glaucoma.C.It can cause heart disease, stroke, diabetes, cancer, and high blood pressure.D.Over the past 20 years, adult obesity in the United States has more than doubled.81. Which of the following sentences best supports the end of second paragraph? A.About 9 million children are extremely overweight.B.Most people who are overweight should start to exercise.C.Sodas and candy are usually high in sugar.D.Most junk foods are okay to eat in small amounts.(1)?????The city will help you repair your sidewalk. However, it will not foot the entire bill. (2)?????Here’s how it works. The city gives residents two options: the fast-fix program and the cost-share program. Neither option can be used to fix potholes in the street.(3)?????The fast-fix program, as the name suggests, gets the job done more quickly. Homeowners pay $4.60 per square foot to replace the sidewalk in front of their homes. There may be additional charges for curb repair. The city inspects the sidewalk and tells the homeowner about how much the repair will cost. Once the homeowner agrees to the price, the city hires a repairman.(4)?????In the cost-share program, the city splits the cost of repairs with the homeowner. This program reduces the cost to $2.80 per square foot. However, the cost-share program usually involves a whole block. Everyone on the block must agree to share the cost. They must also pay their portion of the bill before the repairs begin. Most children enjoy riding their bikes on smooth sidewalks. Using the cost-share program, it can take as long as two years to finish the job. 82. Which sentence should be added to the third paragraph to support the main idea? A.Many homeowners do not realize that kids like riding bikes on sidewalks.B.Homeowners also pay a monthly fee for the collection of garbage on sidewalks.C.Safe sidewalks are an important feature of well-maintained neighborhoods.D.Once the work is finished, the homeowner pays the repairman, not the city.83. Which sentence in the last paragraph is off topic? A.Everyone on the block must agree to share the cost.B.Most children enjoy riding their bikes on smooth sidewalks.C.They must also pay their portion of the bill before the repairs begin.D.This program reduces the cost to $2.80 per square foot.84. Which sentence should be removed from the passage? A.The city inspects the sidewalk and tells the homeowner about how much the repair will cost.B.Everyone on the block must agree to share the cost.C.Once the homeowner agrees to the price, the city hires a repairman.D.Neither option can be used to fix potholes in the street.Frank’s Franksby Audge Podge?????(1) Frank Furter loved people food. (2) Hot dogs were his favorite. (3) When nobody was looking, Frank jumped on the table, grabbed two dogs, and ran off to eat them in his hiding spot. (4) He gobbled them down quickly in case someone found him, and he almost choked. (5) Before long, the family yelled, “FRANKLIN J. FURTER! WHERE ARE YOU, YOU NAUGHTY THING?!”?????(6) Frank knew better than to come out. (7) He sat quietly in an open closet on a cozy blanket. (8) He was too full to move. (9) Frank quickly became sleepy and drifted off.?????(10) When Frank woke, he had the worst stomachache he had ever had in all of his nine lives. (11) Instead of doing the normal “I ate your hot dogs” strut, he lay there in pain. 85. Which words from the story best support the argument that eating should be done slowly? A.too full to moveB.gobbled them downC.almost chokedD.became sleepy86. Which argument does this passage best support? A.Cats are easy to litter box train.B.Cats often have weight problems.C.Cats can be very sneaky animals.D.Cats usually prefer table scraps.87. Readers can tell that Frank likes to brag in A.sentence 5.B.sentence 11.C.sentence 10.D.sentence 6.88. The sentence that best supports the idea that Frank is greedy is A.sentence 3.B.sentence 11.C.sentence 10.D.sentence 5.89. Which sentence best supports the argument "crime doesn't pay"? A.sentence 6B.sentence 10C.sentence 4D.sentence 8Pampered Pooches?????Dogs are now a bigger part of humans' lives more than ever. Thus, many caregivers often recognize their dogs’ birthdays. Everything under the sun is available for a dog birthday party, such as liver-laced cake, Frosty Paws ice cream, and bone-shaped candles. But what to get the pooch on the big day is a tough call.?????Clothes may make a good birthday present for Phee-Phee. Caregivers can find much more than dog sweaters these days. Some dogs "require" fur coats, bathing suits, boots, shorts, sneakers, hoodies, pajamas, polo shirts, evening gowns, caps, and costumes.?????On the other hand, a luxury dog house may make a better gift. Some companies build dog houses with electricity, heating and cooling systems, and furniture.?????Maybe there is a certain hound dog that is upset about his droopy eyes. If that’s the case, plastic surgery would make a great gift. Nose jobs, face lifts, and tummy tucks are popular dog operations.?????With all the products and services, caregivers shouldn't have a problem finding the perfect gifts to spoil their dogs. 90. Which of the following claims can best be supported by the passage? A.Caregivers often treat their pets like humans.B.Dogs are very demanding animals.C.People should buy fancy houses for their dogs.D.All dogs should get birthday gifts.91. Which term from the story best supports the claim that spoiling one's pooch can be too expensive? A.plastic surgeryB.polo shirtsC.dog houseD.birthday party92. First Friends?????Chris and Shay had been best friends since the first grade. They did everything together. Their moms had even become best friends too. Unfortunately, Chris and Shay hadn't seen each other much since they started the fifth grade. One weekend, they planned to go to a concert together with their moms. At the last minute, Chris’ friend, Josh, asked him to play video games. Shay’s friend, Nicole, wanted her to go to shopping. Their moms dropped them off at their friends’ homes and went to the concert without them. The next weekend, Chris told Shay he had joined a neighborhood football team and that he would be busy almost every day of the week. Shay told Chris she had signed up to be a cheerleader. They laughed when they found out that they were both going to be Bulldogs. Now, they would see each other quite often.Directions:?Type your response in the box.Rewrite the story using dialogue and descriptions to develop the story.?????Lake Highlands residents don’t need to look far for trouble. For most, it’s just up the street or around the corner. In early 2009, the police department took a close look at its busiest crime zones. They named two areas in the neighborhood as the city’s most violent. Five Points, a square mile of high-density apartment complexes, topped the list with 350 violent crimes in 2008. One of the city’s best shopping centers is only one mile away. In second place was the Forest-Audelia area in the northern part of Lake Highlands. This area is not far from the high school. Lake Highlands High has one of the best drama departments. Residents of the area reported more than 300 violent crimes in 2008. 93. Which of the following sentences from the passage supports the main idea the least? A.Five Points, a square mile of high-density apartment complexes, topped the list with 350 violent crimes in 2008.B.Residents of the area reported more than 300 violent crimes in 2008.C.Lake Highlands residents don't need to look far for trouble.D.Lake Highlands High has one of the best drama departments.94. Which sentence from the passage should be removed because it is off topic? A.They named two areas in the neighborhood as the city's most violent.B.In second place was the Forest-Audelia area in the northern part of Lake Highlands.C.One of the city's best shopping centers is only one mile away.D.In early 2009, the police department took a close look at its busiest crime zones.Arrowheadsby C. Vesely?????Arrowheads are important artifacts that tell us about the past. An artifact is an item that was created by humans from an earlier time and was used for a certain purpose. An arrowhead, like the name suggests, is the tip of an arrow. Ancient people carved arrowheads out of stone and bone. Different types of arrowheads were used for different purposes. Some were used to hunt small animals like birds. Some arrowheads were used to hunt larger animals like buffalo. Others were used in battles against enemies.?????Archaeologists, scientists that study artifacts, sort arrowheads by the dates they were made and by the name of the group of people who made them. Archaeologists use point typologies to help date and label arrowheads. A point typology is an arrowhead that shows an example of the size and shape of arrowheads from a certain region. Other arrowheads can be compared to point typologies to determine which group may have made them and when. When an arrowhead is named as a certain point typology, the archaeologists know that a certain group of people probably lived in the area where the arrowhead was found.?????Arrowheads provide important information about history. About four decades ago, the discovery of an arrowhead in Driggs, Idaho gave new evidence about that area. The arrowhead was dated back to over 10,000 years ago. The size and shape of this arrowhead connect it to the Clovis period. The Clovis people are thought to be the earliest people to have a permanent settlement in North America. They most likely stayed there because of the good hunting. Before the arrowhead was discovered, no one knew that the Clovis people had lived there. Now, archaeologists are searching for more artifacts in that area. Arrowheads can help us find out a lot of information about the past. 95. How does the definition of point typology add support to the passage? A.It tells where people can find arrowheads and other artifacts.B.It provides details about the Clovis people that lived thousands of years ago.C.It helps explain how arrowheads are used to find information about the past.D.It gives evidence that archaeologists know what they are doing.96. What is the main reason why the author includes the definition of artifact in the passage? A.to describe the appearance of an arrowheadB.to support the idea that arrowheads tell important information about the pastC.to persuade the reader to make tools and other items for certain purposesD.to inspire the reader to become an archaeologistAnswers1. B 2. C 3. D 4. D 5. B 6. A 7. B 8. C 9. A 10. C 11. B 12. D 13. A 14. -- 15. -- 16. C 17. D 18. -- 19. -- 20. -- 21. -- 22. D 23. C 24. -- 25. B 26. D 27. C 28. B 29. A 30. C 31. B 32. D 33. C 34. C 35. A 36. C 37. A 38. C 39. B 40. C 41. D 42. C 43. A 44. D 45. C 46. A 47. D 48. A 49. B 50. C 51. A 52. D 53. D 54. C 55. D 56. C 57. B 58. C 59. D 60. A 61. -- 62. B 63. C 64. B 65. C 66. C 67. A 68. A 69. A 70. C 71. -- 72. A 73. A 74. A 75. D 76. A 77. C 78. C 79. C 80. B 81. A 82. D 83. B 84. D 85. C 86. C 87. B 88. A 89. B 90. A 91. A 92. -- 93. D 94. C 95. C 96. B ................
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