NY Released Test - Grade 7 ELA (2022)(Common Core)
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- Q1
How does Chip change as a result of the way Mr. O’Dell teaches?
He develops enthusiasm.
He improves his memory.
He becomes confused.
He loses confidence.
30sRL.7.3 - Q2
Read this sentence from paragraph 8.
Once when a student pointed out an anthill, Mr. O’Dell put his nose down so close to watch that Chip expected an ant to climb right onto it and march up through the freckles to stare back at him through his gold-rimmed glasses.
What tone does this sentence add to the story?
an anxious tone
a humorous tone
an observant tone
a curious tone
30sRL.7.4 - Q3
How do the details about Mr. O’Dell in paragraph 11 support a central idea of the story?
They show his passion for reading animals’ feelings.
They show his appreciation for living animals.
They show his fascination with blue skinks.
They show his excitement about baby dinosaurs.
30sRL.7.2 - Q4
Which word is a synonym for “displace” as it is used in paragraph 14?
guard
change
return
remove
30sL.7.4 - Q5
In the story, how does the author develop Chip’s point of view of Mr. O’Dell?
by explaining why Mr. O’Dell has special field trip privileges
by mentioning that Chip is one of Mr. O’Dell’s favorite students
by describing events that make an impression on Chip
by showing Chip answering a tough question that Mr. O’Dell asks
30sRL.7.6 - Q6
How do Chip’s explorations in the outdoors influence him?
They lead to his initial interest in a variety of local animals.
They make it difficult for him to understand Luther’s point of view.
They prompt him to discover wildlife in plowed fields.
They enable him to show Luther how to handle a skink.
30sRL.7.3 - Q7
Which detail would be most important to include in a summary of “Excerpt from The Last Wild Place”?
Mr. O’Dell treats students differently based on their interests.
Mr. O’Dell teaches science better than he teaches other subjects.
Mr. O’Dell values the purpose and habitat of every animal.
Mr. O’Dell previously taught in college and wrote a book.
30sRL.7.2 - Q8
What is most likely the author’s purpose in paragraph 1?
to demonstrate Susan Butcher’s significant contribution to women’s sports
to introduce the relationship between Susan Butcher and her dogs
to explain that more men than women compete in the Iditarod
to convey the challenges of the Iditarod race
30sRI.7.6 - Q9
What do the details in paragraph 4 explain about the Iditarod?
why more men than women enter the Iditarod
how much preparation is needed to compete in the Iditarod
how Susan Butcher selected her team of dogs for the Iditarod
why Susan Butcher had to withdraw from the Iditarod
30sRI.7.3 - Q10
What is the effect of the author’s use of the word “must” four times in the sentences at the beginning of paragraph 5?
It demonstrates that the ideas in these sentences reflect what the musher believes.
It shows that the ideas in these sentences are the only important traits.
It emphasizes that the ideas in these sentences are critical for the race.
It indicates that the ideas in these sentences are essentially the same.
30sRI.7.4 - Q11
Which claim by the author is most strongly supported with evidence?
“Two pet Siberian huskies kindled her interest in dogsled racing.” (paragraph 3)
“The musher must have faith in each and every dog on her team . . .” (paragraph 5)
“In 1986, it was Butcher’s turn.” (paragraph 8)
“. . . the race was still largely the domain of men.” (paragraph 6)
30sRI.7.8 - Q12
Which quotation best portrays Susan Butcher’s relationship with her dogs?
“. . . both the musher of the dogsled and the entire team of dogs must be in top physical condition.” (paragraph 4)
“. . . Butcher bonded with her dogs and treated them as friends, family, and professional athletes.” (paragraph 5)
“. . . Butcher was able to pull the dogs to safety and continue the race.” (paragraph 8)
“. . . she studied veterinary medicine at a nearby university, focusing on the care of dogs.” (paragraph 3)
30sRI.7.3 - Q13
Which statement best expresses the relationship between paragraph 3 and paragraph 8?
Paragraph 3 explains a cause, and paragraph 8 reveals effects.
Paragraph 3 provides a summary, and paragraph 8 lists details.
Paragraph 3 describes goals, and paragraph 8 presents an outcome.
Paragraph 3 identifies problems, and paragraph 8 explains a solution.
30sRI.7.5 - Q14
Which detail would be most important to include in a summary of the article?
“The portion of trail to the le was a flimsy snow bridge that would have collapsed . . .” (paragraph 5)
“. . . Butcher was drawn as a child to the wilderness and to the animals that filled it.” (paragraph 2)
“Training for the Iditarod encompasses a wide scope of activities.” (paragraph 4)
“She had not only won the race, she had also set a new speed record.” (paragraph 8)
30sRI.7.2 - Q15
What does the word “precision” mean as it is used in paragraph 3?
frequency
force
accuracy
speed
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