Question 1

How does Chip change as a result of the way Mr. O’Dell teaches?

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He develops enthusiasm.

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He improves his memory.

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He becomes confused.

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He loses confidence.

Question 2

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?

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a humorous tone

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an anxious tone

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an observant tone

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a curious tone

Question 3

How do the details about Mr. O’Dell in paragraph 11 support a central idea of the story?

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They show his appreciation for living animals.

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They show his passion for reading animals’ feelings.

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They show his fascination with blue skinks.

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They show his excitement about baby dinosaurs.

Question 4

Which word is a synonym for “displace” as it is used in paragraph 14?

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remove

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guard

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change

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return

Question 5

In the story, how does the author develop Chip’s point of view of Mr. O’Dell?

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by describing events that make an impression on Chip

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by explaining why Mr. O’Dell has special field trip privileges

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by mentioning that Chip is one of Mr. O’Dell’s favorite students

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by showing Chip answering a tough question that Mr. O’Dell asks

Question 6

How do Chip’s explorations in the outdoors influence him?

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They lead to his initial interest in a variety of local animals.

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They make it difficult for him to understand Luther’s point of view.

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They prompt him to discover wildlife in plowed fields.

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They enable him to show Luther how to handle a skink.

Question 7

Which detail would be most important to include in a summary of “Excerpt from The Last Wild Place”?

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Mr. O’Dell values the purpose and habitat of every animal.

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Mr. O’Dell treats students differently based on their interests.

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Mr. O’Dell teaches science better than he teaches other subjects.

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Mr. O’Dell previously taught in college and wrote a book.

Question 8

What is most likely the author’s purpose in paragraph 1?

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to convey the challenges of the Iditarod race

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to demonstrate Susan Butcher’s significant contribution to women’s sports

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to introduce the relationship between Susan Butcher and her dogs

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to explain that more men than women compete in the Iditarod

Question 9

What do the details in paragraph 4 explain about the Iditarod?

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how much preparation is needed to compete in the Iditarod

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why more men than women enter the Iditarod

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how Susan Butcher selected her team of dogs for the Iditarod

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why Susan Butcher had to withdraw from the Iditarod

Question 10

What is the effect of the author’s use of the word “must” four times in the sentences at the beginning of paragraph 5?

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It emphasizes that the ideas in these sentences are critical for the race.

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It demonstrates that the ideas in these sentences reflect what the musher believes.

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It shows that the ideas in these sentences are the only important traits.

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It indicates that the ideas in these sentences are essentially the same.

Question 11

Which claim by the author is most strongly supported with evidence?

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“The musher must have faith in each and every dog on her team . . .” (paragraph 5)

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“Two pet Siberian huskies kindled her interest in dogsled racing.” (paragraph 3)

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“In 1986, it was Butcher’s turn.” (paragraph 8)

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“. . . the race was still largely the domain of men.” (paragraph 6)

Question 12

Which quotation best portrays Susan Butcher’s relationship with her dogs?

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“. . . Butcher bonded with her dogs and treated them as friends, family, and professional athletes.” (paragraph 5)

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“. . . both the musher of the dogsled and the entire team of dogs must be in top physical condition.” (paragraph 4)

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“. . . Butcher was able to pull the dogs to safety and continue the race.” (paragraph 8)

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“. . . she studied veterinary medicine at a nearby university, focusing on the care of dogs.” (paragraph 3)

Question 13

Which statement best expresses the relationship between paragraph 3 and paragraph 8?

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Paragraph 3 describes goals, and paragraph 8 presents an outcome.

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Paragraph 3 explains a cause, and paragraph 8 reveals effects.

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Paragraph 3 provides a summary, and paragraph 8 lists details.

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Paragraph 3 identifies problems, and paragraph 8 explains a solution.

Question 14

Which detail would be most important to include in a summary of the article?

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“She had not only won the race, she had also set a new speed record.” (paragraph 8)

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“The portion of trail to the le was a flimsy snow bridge that would have collapsed . . .” (paragraph 5)

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“. . . Butcher was drawn as a child to the wilderness and to the animals that filled it.” (paragraph 2)

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“Training for the Iditarod encompasses a wide scope of activities.” (paragraph 4)

Question 15

What does the word “precision” mean as it is used in paragraph 3?

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accuracy

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frequency

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force

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speed

Question 16

What idea do paragraphs 7 and 8 share?

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New instruments can be created from everyday materials.

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Even simple instruments can produce beautiful music.

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Stringed instruments are characterized by natural materials.

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Some instruments are more popular and appealing than others.

Question 17

What does the word “version” mean as it is used in paragraph 10?

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a related form of an earlier object

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an example from a variety of types

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a specific performance

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a special edition

Question 18

How is paragraph 10 mainly structured?

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by presenting events in time order

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by stating causes and effects

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by comparing and contrasting ideas

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by detailing solutions to problems

Question 19

Which quotation best conveys a central idea of the article?

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“Many of the instruments we know and play today, like the piano, the guitar, and the oboe, evolved from these older instruments.” (paragraph 1)

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“Whistling is a way to use your vocal cords as a musical instrument.”(paragraph 11)

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“The fact that marimba songs were well liked by Americans shows the increased exposure the public had to foreign styles of music.” (paragraph 4)

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“During the Great Depression, people couldn’t afford store-bought instruments so they made their own.” (paragraph 8)

Question 20

What point of view is the author most likely expressing in paragraph 11?

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The ability to make music is widespread.

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Listening to music brings great joy.

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Everyone should involve themselves with music.

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Musical instruments should be made available to everyone.

Question 21

Which sentence would be most important to include in a summary of the article?

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Many musical instruments have been made by using simple available materials.

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The zurna was first used in military bands and to greet important persons.

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Guitars are used by Hawaiian, country, rock, and bluegrass musicians.

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Percussion instruments make sounds when struck, shaken, or scraped.

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