A student is providing evidence to support the following central idea:
Roller coasters are designed by engineers who harness the power of physics to deliver an exhilarating experience for theme park enthusiasts.
Which statement provides the best evidence to support this central idea?
(1 point)
Responses
Potential energy turns to kinetic energy as gravity pulls the roller coaster along the track.
Potential energy turns to kinetic energy as gravity pulls the roller coaster along the track.
The first roller coaster was created in 1884 for a park in Coney Island, New York.
The first roller coaster was created in 1884 for a park in Coney Island, New York.
The fastest roller coaster in the world travels close to 150 miles per hour.
The fastest roller coaster in the world travels close to 150 miles per hour.
Fast-moving roller coasters are located in many countries all over the world.
Potential energy turns to kinetic energy as gravity pulls the roller coaster along the track.
Which sentence might be found in a summary of a magazine article about learning to play a new instrument?(1 point)
Responses
Practicing every day is important when first learning to play an instrument.
Practicing every day is important when first learning to play an instrument.
I think it would be boring to have to practice an instrument every day.
I think it would be boring to have to practice an instrument every day.
This article is very similar to other articles in the magazine.
This article is very similar to other articles in the magazine.
I think it would be fun to learn how to play the flute.
I think it would be fun to learn how to play the flute.
Practicing every day is important when first learning to play an instrument.
Use the sentences to answer the question.
Because it was raining, we chose not to take the tour of the National Mall. We went to the Capitol Building instead.
Which type of interaction is described in this sentence?
(1 point)
Responses
compare and contrast
compare and contrast
sequential
sequential
chronological order
chronological order
cause and effect
cause and effect
cause and effect
Use the paragraph to answer the question.
Josie was pleased with the number of people who showed up for the bake sale on Saturday. Despite the large turnout, though, a substantial number of treats were left over. Josie decided to donate the cookies and cakes to the community center, and she let each volunteer take home a pie.
What does the term substantial mean in this context?
(1 point)
Responses
a great number
a great number
more than enough
more than enough
a surprising number
a surprising number
not enough
a great number
Use the sentences to answer the question.
The dearth of women in our government is clear; women make up half of the total population but only a quarter of Congress.
Based on the context clues in the sentence, what is the most likely meaning of dearth?
(1 point)
Responses
a number that is very small
a number that is very small
a lack of something
a lack of something
a group of people
a group of people
a type of government
a lack of something
Use this paragraph to answer the question.
Editing skills are as important as writing skills. Knowing how to proofread and edit your work will improve your grades. It is important to take a break from your work and then approach it with a new perspective. The best time to edit your work is with fresh eyes. After writing and reviewing a paper, it is easy to fall into the habit of skimming rather than reading line by line. This can cloud your vision when looking for errors. To avoid this, begin the editing process at the end of the paper and work backward. Mindful editing will reduce grammar and punctuation errors as well as improve the flow of the content. A good paper is an error-free paper that effectively communicates your ideas.
Why are editing skills important?
(1 point)
Responses
Good editing can reduce errors and improve communication.
Good editing can reduce errors and improve communication.
Some editing will provide a new perspective.
Some editing will provide a new perspective.
Great editing will teach you to proofread.
Great editing will teach you to proofread.
Error-free writing is high-quality writing.
Good editing can reduce errors and improve communication.
Which statement from the passage is the best supporting evidence for this sentence?
News organizations do not want to mislead readers.
(1 point)
Responses
News organizations try to avoid bias as much as they can.
News organizations try to avoid bias as much as they can.
Readers sometimes worry that news organizations, intentionally or accidentally, publish biased stories.
Readers sometimes worry that news organizations, intentionally or accidentally, publish biased stories.
Readers of the news can take their own steps to avoid possible bias in the news they read.
Readers of the news can take their own steps to avoid possible bias in the news they read.
Bias is an unfair representation of something or someone.
Bias is an unfair representation of something or someone.
Why Is the News Sometimes Controversial?
Reporters gather facts and write about them—so why do some people say the news is unreliable? They are worried that news stories might be biased.
Bias is an unfair representation of something or someone. It can happen when only one side of a story is presented, when only certain facts are shared, or when news organizations choose which stories they want to publish. Readers sometimes worry that news organizations, intentionally or accidentally, publish biased stories.
News organizations try to avoid bias as much as they can. They hire trained reporters who know how to ask good questions about all sides of a story. They also employ many different editors to double-check all of the facts cited in the articles.
Readers of the news can take their own steps to avoid possible bias in the news they read. They can read news from multiple sources, or they can look up facts on their own to make sure the news matches other websites and records. It is impossible to avoid bias completely, but news writers and news readers can still do a lot to make sure the information they share and read is accurate.
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News organizations try to avoid bias as much as they can.
Which inference is supported by evidence in the passage?(1 point)
Responses
Homelessness is not always difficult.
Homelessness is not always difficult.
Homelessness can help with getting into college.
Homelessness can help with getting into college.
Homelessness is permanent.
Homelessness is permanent.
Homelessness can be an obstacle to success.
Homelessness can be an obstacle to success.
very small number
I apologize for the confusion. None of the options provided match the evidence given in the passage.
Use the sentences to answer the question.
Public libraries today offer free technology workshops, small business centers, and virtual access to e-books and digital materials. They also lend out unique items like musical instruments, kids’ toys, and gardening tools. They even offer free and discounted passes to local museums.
Which of the following can be inferred based on the information in the sentences above?
(1 point)
Responses
Because most people read books on their phones or tablets, libraries are no longer necessary.
Because most people read books on their phones or tablets, libraries are no longer necessary.
Libraries are working hard to remain relevant in the digital age by expanding their offerings.
Libraries are working hard to remain relevant in the digital age by expanding their offerings.
Libraries should charge patrons money so they can continue to offer a wide range of high-quality goods and services.
Libraries should charge patrons money so they can continue to offer a wide range of high-quality goods and services.
Because people prefer musical instruments to books, the library should switch its focus to music instead of literacy.
Libraries are working hard to remain relevant in the digital age by expanding their offerings.
___________________ describes who you are.(1 point)
Responses
Defense mechanisms
Defense mechanisms
Showing empathy
Showing empathy
Personal identity
Personal identity
Personality
Personality
Personal identity
To love and be loved is considered _______________ on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.(1 point)
Responses
esteem needs
esteem needs
crucial
crucial
safety needs
safety needs
belonging
belonging
________________ is the reaction of the body and mind to everyday challenges and demands.(1 point)
Responses
Anxiety
Anxiety
Character
Character
Stress
Stress
Hostility
Hostility
Stress
_______________ is defined as techniques and strategies you can develop to both avoid and reduce your stress.(1 point)
Responses
Stress Management
Stress Management
Physical needs
Physical needs
Defense mechanisms
Defense mechanisms
Stress
Stress Management
______________ is a firm observance of core ethical values(1 point)
Responses
Personality
Personality
Hospitality
Hospitality
Integrity
Integrity
Competence
Integrity
Personality is a complex set of characteristics that makes you unique.(1 point)
Responses
True
True
False
False
True
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is a ranked list of those needs essential to human growth and development, presented in ascending order, starting with basic needs and building toward the need to reach your highest potential(1 point)
Responses
True
True
False
False
A resource is anything that causes stress.(1 point)
Responses
True
True
False
False
_____________ is defined as non-hostile comments that point out problems and encourage improvement.(1 point)
Responses
Constructive criticism
Constructive criticism
Personality
Personality
Character
Character
Defense mechanisms
Defense mechanisms
Constructive criticism
To be valued and recognized is part of the following level on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.(1 point)
Responses
Self-actualization
Self-actualization
Esteem needs
Esteem needs
Safety needs
Safety needs
Physical needs
Physical needs