ELA 7 : EOC skill exam

Sort each narrative element into the correct category. If the element applies to both stories, sort it into "both."

Read the following text: "Experts in emergency preparedness recommend that families practice fire drills at home. Here's what's involved: First, discuss what each family member would do in case of a fire. Make sure that everyone knows the locations of the exits they should use in the event of a fire. Second, make sure that all smoke detectors and fire extinguishers are in working order, and make sure that someone knows how to use them. Third, practice using fire-escape ladders if you will need them. Fourth, establish a place where family members will meet up in the event of a fire. This could be a neighbor's house or other nearby location. Finally, conduct a complete fire drill, exiting the house and using the equipment you'd need in a real fire." Which organizational structure does this text primarily use?

Read the following text: "A disposable plastic water bottle may not look like a major threat to the environment, but chances are it will end up taking up space in a landfill—or in the ocean. Americans buy and discard about twenty-nine billion of these bottles per year, so all that waste really adds up. One of the easiest methods to reduce your use of plastic water bottles is to carry a reusable bottle and refill it with tap water. And if you do buy bottled water, recycle the bottle." Which organizational structure does this text primarily use?

Read the following text: "You may have heard that eating an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Perhaps that's not strictly true, but it is correct that including fruit in your diet can result in better overall health. Because it is so full of vitamins and nutrients, eating plenty of fruit can help reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and even some types of cancer. Many fruits, including bananas and melons, are also particularly rich in potassium, which may be helpful in lowering blood pressure. Additionally, the fiber in fruit can help combat type 2 diabetes and obesity." Which organizational structure does this text primarily use?

Read the following text: "Between the years 300 BCE and 300 CE, two great empires arose: one surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, the other in China. The rulers of China's Han dynasty extended their power to unite much of what is today's China. The Han created a strong military and expanded trade with far-off peoples over the Silk Road. Similarly, the Romans extended their reach from Rome, in what is today Italy, throughout the area surrounding the Mediterranean Sea in Europe and Africa. The Romans likewise relied on a strong military as they occupied new lands and brought the residents they conquered into the Roman Empire. Both empires built many miles of new roads and structures to transport water (canals and aqueducts). Finally, both powerfully influenced the cultures that followed them." Which organizational structure does this text primarily use?