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NCSCOS Grade 8 ELA / Reading - Topic: Informational Text

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Grade 8
English
North Carolina Standard Course of Study

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  • Q1
    Based on the sentence below, how does the personification of nature emphasize the author's point? "But on Padre Island, it is not the work of man but the handiwork of nature that is most evident."
    It shows the importance of lighthouses on rocky beaches.
    It shows the response of wildlife to the island.
    It shows that man has built many structures along the island.
    It shows that nature is the main force of change on the island.
    120s
    8.RI.4
  • Q2
    Which event creates dramatic changes on Padre Island?
    "the rhythmic coming and going of tides"
    "the violent battering of tropical storms and hurricanes"
    "the gentle touch of breezes"
    "the relentless crashing of waves"
    60s
    8.RI.3
  • Q3
    Which statement explains the sentence below? "The many environments of Padre Island-beach, dunes, grasslands, and tidal flats-are shaped and reshaped daily in response to these natural sculptors."
    Padre Island is expanding toward the Texas mainland.
    Natural elements constantly change the surface of Padre Island.
    The plants and animals of Padre Island have adapted to the natural changes to its environment.
    A large storm changed the environments of Padre Island.
    60s
    8.RI.4
  • Q4
    Why are sea oats considered to be a pioneer species?
    They can grow to heights of 30 or 40 feet.
    They adapt well and take root in sand.
    They are native to the area.
    They are difficult to destroy.
    60s
    8.RI.1
  • Q5
    Why does the author compare the natural beauty of Padre Island to the island's legendary hidden treasures?
    The author believes that hidden treasures are difficult to find because of the many huge sand dunes.
    The author believes future generations will continue to find treasures at Padre Island.
    The author believes the relaxation and recreation available at Padre Island are as valuable as treasures.
    The author believes the legends of hidden treasures are unrealistic.
    60s
    8.RI.3
  • Q6
    How are the bullet points used to further the author's purpose?
    The bullet points place emphasis on important facts.
    The bullet points interrupt the flow of the information.
    The bullet points break up the pattern of the selection.
    The bullet points highlight old legends.
    60s
    8.RI.5
  • Q7
    What was the author's purpose in writing this selection?
    to explain why sand dunes are important and must be preserved
    to educate people and encourage tourism on Padre Island
    to show that the hidden treasure of Padre Island is more valuable than its natural beauty
    to demonstrate a need for national protection of all barrier islands
    60s
    8.RI.6
  • Q8
    Which claim made by the author has insufficient evidence to support its accuracy?
    "The many environments of Padre Island-beach, dunes, grasslands, and tidal flats-are shaped and reshaped daily in response to these natural sculptors."
    "However you spend your time at Padre Island National Seashore, the rewards will be generous."
    "The plants and animals of Padre Island are well-adapted to the ever-changing nature of their native home."
    "But on Padre Island, it is not the work of man but the handiwork of nature that is most evident."
    60s
    8.RI.8
  • Q9
    Which statement provides an objective summary of the selection?
    The English language has a long history of including words from many languages and continues to evolve to meet the requirements of an ever-changing world.
    The English language is spoken by half a billion people in the world and originated in Germany
    The English language is the world's most documented language because of the large number of English language dictionaries.
    Modern English is considered the most widely used language in the world.
    120s
    8.RI.2
  • Q10
    How does the author unfold her ideas in the first paragraph?
    by stating statistical information on how many people speak English
    by listing ethnic groups that speak English
    by describing the history of the English language in random order
    by describing the environment in which the English language was created
    60s
    8.RI.3
  • Q11
    According to the selection, why is English one of the world's most well-documented languages?
    It is spoken by a half billion people.
    There have been many publications of dictionaries.
    It is a blend of so many other languages.
    There are about 200,000 words in everyday use.
    60s
    8.RI.1
  • Q12
    Why was Webster unable to convince people to accept his spellings of certain words?
    People were unable to understand the words.
    He was not a good salesman of his ideas.
    He was inaccurate with many of his spellings.
    The Queen did not agree with his spellings.
    60s
    8.RI.1
  • Q13
    Which statement supports the author's claim below? "English is often accused of being an impossibly complicated language, horribly difficult for non-native speakers to learn."
    "In fact, many people have argued that one of the great strengths of English is its willingness to embrace words from just about anywhere."
    ". . . Modern English, the most widely used language in the world."
    "The problems lie in the final 3 percent, a small but troublesome group of words that don't behave in any predictable fashion and simply have to be committed to memory."
    "English is probably the world's most well-documented language . . ."
    60s
    8.RI.6
  • Q14
    How does the author prove her claim that English users resist simplifying English spelling?
    She uses examples of English and American spelling.
    She uses examples of spelling changes that people did not receive well.
    She explains how language users dislike dictionary writers.
    She explains how some words derive from foreign languages.
    60s
    8.RI.8
  • Q15
    How does paragraph 5 refine the author's idea?
    It presents dialogue from well-known dictionary creators and language experts.
    It gives the cause of a problem and then the solution.
    It provides a fact and then gives an example.
    It spatially arranges the information, beginning in Europe and moving to Asia.
    60s
    8.RI.5

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