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NY Released Test - Grade 7 English Language Arts (2018 Session 1)

Quiz by NYSED ELA Grade 7

Grade 7
English Language Arts
Common Core

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  • Q1
    Which phrase BEST describes how the article develops the idea presented in paragraph 2?
    by offering solutions to the problem
    by providing counterarguments
    by introducing research results
    by discussing personal experiences
    120s
    RI.7.3
  • Q2
    The use of quotation marks around the word "relaxing" in paragraph 4 suggests that
    deep sleep helps one experience true relaxation
    blue light helps one experience true relaxation
    some activities hinder true relaxation
    teens do not value activities that give true relaxation
    60s
    RI.7.4
  • Q3
    Which statement BEST describes how the section "Hello, Night Owl!" supports a central idea of the article?
    It creates an effective comparison and contrast between ideas.
    It provides evidence that disproves a popular theory.
    It describes an important cause and effect relationship.
    It presents a counterargument to the initial claim.
    60s
    RI.7.5
  • Q4
    Which idea would be MOST important to include in a summary of the article?
    "Screens for television, games, computers, tablets, e-readers, and cell phones give off blue light:' (paragraph 4)
    "For one thing, lack of sleep makes it harder to pay attention:' (paragraph 10)
    One study found that the more sleep people got, the more likely people were to find them attractive:' (paragraph 17)
    "Caffeine from sodas and energy drinks makes matters worse:' (paragraph 6)
    60s
    RI.7.2
  • Q5
    Which claim from the article is MOST strongly supported with evidence?
    "Even without modern technology, though, teens shift their circadian rhythm." (paragraph 7)
    "Lack of sleep could hurt mental health." (paragraph 12)
    "Lots of issues remain for sleep researchers to explore." (paragraph 20)
    "The rest of the world doesn't shift, however." (paragraph 9)
    60s
    RI.7.2
  • Q6
    Which sentence from the article BEST shows the author's point of view?
    "Blame your brain, at least in part." (paragraph 1)
    "Crankiness can result, especially if you don't feel well." (paragraph 14)
    'And you can't easily change your body's natural circadian rhythm." (paragraph 2)
    "And that's a serious public health problem." (paragraph 9)
    60s
    RI.7.6
  • Q7
    Which paragraph BEST summarizes a central idea from the article?
    paragraph 3
    paragraph 20
    paragraph 1
    paragraph 21
    120s
    RI.7.2
  • Q8
    What does the phrase "collect his thoughts" tell the reader about Ohkwa'ri in paragraph 1?
    He is preparing to say something important.
    He is memorizing a speech.
    He is expecting an argument.
    He is hesitant to express disagreement.
    60s
    RL.7.4
  • Q9
    How does the forest setting shape the actions that are described in paragraph 11?
    The setting causes a person to behave nervously.
    The setting requires a person to be very careful.
    The setting requires a person to be extremely quiet.
    The setting causes a person to move quickly.
    60s
    RL.7.3
  • Q10
    Which important idea does the author develop in paragraph 13?
    Sharing helps people in the community.
    Hiding useful objects prevents loss for the community.
    Respecting privacy is a problem in the community.
    Acquiring wealth is valued in the community.
    60s
    RL.7.2
  • Q11
    Which quotation BEST supports a central idea of the story?
    "It was useful, but it was better to have something that was useful and beautiful." (paragraph 12)
    "Now I only have to smooth the inside and this cup will be ready to use." (paragraph 6)
    It would be a good way to learn, a good way to make myself tougher and stronger." (paragraph 17)
    "He could help his uncle finish hollowing the bowl by blowing on the coal through the thin hollow branch of a sumac." (paragraph 5)
    60s
    RL.7.2
  • Q12
    Which detail would be MOST important to include in a summary of the story?
    Ohkwa'ri blows on the coal through a sumac branch.
    Ohkwa'ri helps his uncle Big Tree make a fine drinking cup.
    Ohkwa'ri knows how to safely obtain water from a river.
    Ohkwa'ri keeps his personal things under his bed in a box.
    60s
    RL.7.2
  • Q13
    Which paragraph BEST shows a change in the direction of the plot of the story?
    paragraph 6
    paragraph 7
    paragraph 15
    paragraph 12
    60s
    RL.7.3
  • Q14
    How does the author MOST develop Ohkwa'ri's point of view in the story?
    by showing how he imitates his uncle
    by contrasting him with his uncle
    By describing his impatience to live on his own
    by revealing his thoughts about growing up
    60s
    RL.7.6
  • Q15
    Paragraph 2 MAINLY contributes to a central idea of the article because it
    describes the loyalty of the French people
    gives the exact number of purposes for the gift
    shows that Napoleon III was an unpopular leader
    explains both reasons for the gift
    120s
    RI.7.2

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