Question 1

What is the meaning of "recurrence" as it is used in paragraph 16 of "The Count of Monte Cristo"?

Accepted Answer

an instance of something happening again

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a desire for something hard to obtain

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an understanding of something previously unknown

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a way of thinking about something important

Question 2

Which evidence from "The Count of Monte Cristo" supports the correct answer in Part A?

Accepted Answer

"' ... he will soon resume it. "" (paragraph 12)

Answer

"Full of hope, Edmond swallowed a few mouthfuls of bread and
water .... "(paragraph 15)

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"' .... to but knock against the wall, and he will cease to work ...""
(paragraph 12)

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"Edmond did not close his eyes." (paragraph 17)

Question 3

In "The Count of Monte Cristo", how does the noise in the wall affect Edmond Dantes?

Accepted Answer

It gives him a sense of hope.

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It frightens him into behaving foolishly.

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It proves that he will escape.

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It causes him to summon the jailer.

Question 4

Which evidence from "The Count of Monte Cristo" supports the answer to
Part A?

Accepted Answer

"It seemed to him that heaven had at length taken pity on him .... "
(paragraph 3)

Answer

"Suddenly the jailer entered." (paragraph 6)

Answer

"No, no, doubtless he was deceived, and it was but one of those dreams
that fore run death!" (paragraph 4)

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"So many loathsome animals inhabited the prison, that their noise did
not, in general, awake him .... " (paragraph 2)

Question 5

What is a central idea of "The Count of Monte Cristo"?

Accepted Answer

A confined man is energized by the possibility of escape.

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Poor conditions cause a man to imagine sounds in his cell.

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The lack of company causes a man to befriend his jailer.

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A jailer takes pity on a hungry man and offers him food.

Question 6

Which evidence from "The Count of Monte Cristo" best supports the answer to Part A?

Accepted Answer

"Dantes raised himself up and began to talk about everything; about the
bad quality of the food, about the coldness of his dungeon, grumbling and
complaining, in order to have an excuse for speaking louder, and
wearying the patience of his jailer, who out of kindness of heart had
brought broth and white bread for his prisoner." (paragraph 8)

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"'There can be no doubt about it,' thought he; 'it is some prisoner who is
striving to obtain his freedom. Oh, if I were only there to help him!"'
(paragraph 10)

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"Unfortunately, Edmond's brain was still so feeble that he could not bend
his thoughts to anything in particular." (paragraph 11)

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"Fortunately, he fancied that Dantes was delirious; and placing the food
on the rickety table, he withdrew." (paragraph 9)

Question 7

What is the meaning of "scale" as it is used in speech 7 of the scene from Blessings?

Accepted Answer

to climb up or over something

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to remove in layers

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to increase or reduce in size

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to create according to certain proportions

Question 8

Which phrase from the scene from "Blessings" BEST helps the reader to understand the meaning of '"scale"?

Accepted Answer

"High as you can get without ropes." (speech 7)

Answer

"But I make 'em. And sell 'em." (speech 28)

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"And thinner. The air feels thinner." (speech 2)

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"See that ridge? Sheer rock-face.'' (speech 7)

Question 9

How does the author of "Blessings" use stage directions to reveal that the two characters are learning more about each other?

Accepted Answer

by describing their reactions

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by describing their relationship

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by describing their activities

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by describing their accomplishments

Question 10

Which evidence from the scene from "Blessings" supports the correct answer in Part A?

Accepted Answer

"(JESSE looks right at RENE, surprised by her directness.)" (before
speech 36)

Answer

"(RENE waits for an answer.)" (before speech 38)

Answer

"(RENE reaches the top. She looks out for the first time.)" (before
speech 4)

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"(Proud of remembering.)" (speech 12)

Question 11

What is ONE way the stage directions help contribute meaning to the scene?

Accepted Answer

by establishing a lighthearted mood

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by summarizing the plot of the play

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by foreshadowing the play's conflict

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by comparing the characters' points of view

Question 12

In paragraph 2 of "NOAA's Big Miracle Worker," what tone does the phrase "it was a total zoo" convey?

Accepted Answer

chaotic

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urgent

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annoyed

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pleading

Question 13

Which detail from the interview indicates a tone similar to the one identified in Part A?

Accepted Answer

"There were so many groups-lnupiat hunters, biologists, oil companies,
United States and Soviet Union government agencies, the military,
non-profit organizations, and the press-on the scene and everyone
wanted to play a part." (paragraph 4)

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"They seemed to understand that we were there to help them along."
(paragraph 2)

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"Access was limited for safety reasons and to minimize disturbance to the
whales and those involved directly with the rescue effort." (paragraph 3)

Answer

"All of the other gray whales had started migrating much earlier, but
these three whales stayed in the feeding grounds too long." (paragraph 2)

Question 14

In what way did the people living in the area impact the whale rescue?

Accepted Answer

They kept rescuers safe by giving advice about conditions.

Answer

They knew how to coordinate diverse groups of wildlife specialists.

Answer

They had connections to companies that could supply necessary
equipment.

Answer

They had experience working with reporters during previous whale
rescues.

Question 15

Which detail from the interview best supports the answer to Part A?

Accepted Answer

" ... their knowledge and guidance helped the operation .... "
(paragraph 3)

Answer

" ... pumps made to circulate water and prevent freezing." (paragraph 5)

Answer

" ... everyone wanted to play a part." (paragraph 4)

Answer

" ... the lack of factual information ... " (paragraph 1)

Question 16

Which sentence from "NOAA's Big Miracle Worker" includes two central ideas from the interview?

Accepted Answer

"Aside from freeing the whales, it was the involvement of so many groups
that actually became the operation's biggest success story." (paragraph 4)

Answer

"If they said it was time to stop because it was too dangerous, we
listened." (paragraph 3)

Answer

"Once we started moving the whales toward freedom, however, I couldn't
help but think that they knew something was happening." (paragraph 2)

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"It did help that the whales were located a good way from Barrow and the
only route there was by snow machine or on one of the helicopters
dedicated to the rescue effort." (paragraph 3)

Question 17

Which additional sentence offers the BEST support for the central ideas in Part A?

Accepted Answer

"While we were carefully moving the whales, a Soviet ice-breaker
arrived." (paragraph 5)

Answer

"All along, we had planned to use whale mating sounds to lure the whales
from hole to hole." (paragraph 5)

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"The whales were relatively young and confused." (paragraph 2)

Answer

"We followed their advice and they helped us make decisions along the
way." (paragraph 3)

Question 18

How does paragraph 2 contribute to the structure of the interview?

Accepted Answer

It explains how the setting affected the rescue.

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It presents an explanation for the whales' stranding.

Answer

It captures the reader's interest with a description of the whales.

Answer

It provides the reader with information about the groups involved in the
rescue.

Question 19

Which detail from paragraph 2 of the interview BEST supports the answer to Part A?

Accepted Answer

"This was October in Alaska .... "

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" ... a total zoo in Barrow with all the reporters there."

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" ... were relatively young and confused."

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" ... the other gray whales had started migrating .... "

Question 20

What effect did the owners of a Minnesota company have on the rescue?

Accepted Answer

The equipment they sent helped the whales move forward from one hole
to the next.

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The equipment they sent helped to provide light for the workers.

Answer

The equipment they sent broke through the ice to create a path through
the bay.

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The equipment they sent allowed breathing holes to be cut in the ice.

Question 21

What made Dave Withrow uniquely qualified to join Operation Breakthrough?

Accepted Answer

his knowledge about the behavior of marine mammals

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his relationship with members of the news media

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his understanding of conditions the rescuers faced

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his experience participating in marine mammal rescues

Question 22

Which piece of evidence from the interview BEST supports the answer to Part A?

Accepted Answer

" ... anything whale-related, especially on the West Coast, comes
through our office." (paragraph 1)

Answer

" ... not at all like the average whale stranding at the beach."
(paragraph 2)

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" ... we didn't know why this had captured the whole world's attention,
but all eyes were on us." (paragraph 2)

Answer

" ... their knowledge and guidance helped the operation stay safe and on
track." (paragraph 3)

Question 23

Why does the author MOST LIKELY place the information in paragraphs 1-2 at the beginning of "Energy Story"?

Accepted Answer

to draw the reader in by showing how electricity affects everyone

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to teach the reader how to use electricity in different settings

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to show the reader how different machines can improve our lives

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to encourage the reader to learn how electronic devices are made

Question 24

Which detail from "Energy Story" BEST supports the answer in Part A?

Accepted Answer

" ... how many things we use each and every day that depend on
electricity." (paragraph 2)

Answer

" ... walk through your school, house or apartment ... " (paragraph 2)

Answer

" ... in the same way the moon spins around the earth." (paragraph 5)

Answer

" ... each person would have a bucket of water to pour from one bucket
to another." (paragraph 12)

Question 25

Which sentence BEST states the central idea of paragraphs 21-22 in "Energy Story"?

Accepted Answer

It is more difficult for electricity to pass through insulators than
conductors.

Answer

Electrons move through rubber easier than they move through metal.

Answer

Insulators and conductors are able to generate a high amount of
electricity.

Answer

Materials that are insulators and conductors have a high resistance to
electricity.

Question 26

Which sentence from "Energy Story" BEST supports the answer in Part A?

Accepted Answer

"Electricity is conducted through some things better than others."

Answer

"Other materials have some loosely held electrons, which move through
them very easily."

Answer

"Its resistance measures how well something conducts electricity."

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"Some things hold their electrons very tightly."

Question 27

Which phrase is closest in meaning to the word "deliberately" as it is used in paragraph 3 of "Short Circuit"?

Accepted Answer

with careful consideration

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by general agreement

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for the most part

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with short notice

Question 28

Which detail from "Short Circuit" provides the BEST clue to the meaning of the word "deliberately"?

Accepted Answer

"chosen to"

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"good conductor"

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"not as good"

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"very low"

Question 29

Which sentence BEST states a central idea of "Short Circuit"?

Accepted Answer

The flow of electrons follows a path of least resistance.

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Appliances can be destroyed by a heavy flow of electrons.

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Fuses are an important means to keep homes safe from electrical
hazards.

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Circuit breakers are a tool to control the flow of electricity in homes.

Question 30

Which detail from the article provides the BEST example of the central idea in Part A?

Accepted Answer

" ... the wire in the fuse heats up quickly and melts, breaking the circuit
and preventing a fire from breaking out."

Answer

"Although houses today often contain circuit breakers rather than fuses,
fuses are still around."

Answer

"Every such appliance has a certain amount of resistance to the current
flow, which keeps the current from reaching very large values."

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"In a normal electric circuit, an electric current powers an appliance, such
as a refrigerator or TV."

Question 31

Which step of the experiment is repeated multiple times in "Short Circuit"?

Accepted Answer

Shorten the distance between the second alligator clip and the battery.

Answer

Attach one end of an iron wire to the other battery terminal.

Answer

Use an alligator clip to attach a copper wire to a battery terminal.

Answer

Use a second alligator clip to attach the other end of the copper wire to
the iron wire.

Question 32

A result occurs when the step is repeated in the experiment. Which phrase from "Short Circuit" shows the result of the repeated step that is the answer to Part A?

Accepted Answer

" ... more current flows ... "

Answer

" ... which keeps the current from reaching very large values."

Answer

" ... deliberately chosen to have very low resistance."

Answer

" ... voltage of the battery pushes electrons through the circuit ... "

Question 33

Which paragraph BEST summarizes the conclusions of the experiment in "Short Circuit"?

Accepted Answer

paragraph 3

Answer

paragraph 5

Answer

paragraph 4

Answer

paragraph 2

Question 34

As it is used in the article, what does the word "solution" mean?

Accepted Answer

a liquid mixture

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a capacity to carry a stronger charge

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an answer to a problem

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an ability to combine smaller parts

Question 35

Which detail from "Conducting Solutions" provides the BEST clue to the meaning of the word "solution"?

Accepted Answer

"dissolved in water" (paragraph 2)

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"conducts electricity" (paragraph 1)

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"are no ions" (paragraph 3)

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"made of molecules" (paragraph 4)

Question 36

In "Conducting Solutions," why does the author MOST LIKELY include the information in paragraph 5?

Accepted Answer

to show how some solutions low in ions can conduct electricity

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to list several solutions that are effective conductors of electricity

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to explain how solutions that contain ions conduct electricity

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to describe several ways to use solutions that conduct electricity

Question 37

Which detail from paragraph 5 of "Conducting Solutions" best supports the answer in Part A?

Accepted Answer

"But when these solutions are mixed, the ammonia reacts with the acid in
vinegar (acetic acid), and they form a lot of ions."

Answer

"This is what happens when ammonia and vinegar are mixed."

Answer

"An ammonia solution contains only a few ions, and it conducts electricity
only poorly."

Answer

"A vinegar solution also contains only a few ions and conducts only a little
electricity."

Question 38

How do the dragons' actions contribute to the development of the theme of the folktale?

Accepted Answer

Their willingness to disobey the Jade Emperor shows that sacrifice is often
needed for the good of others.

Answer

Their respect for the Jade Emperor shows that children can learn much
from their ancestors about historical events.

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Their reliability shows that respecting one's elders and following
instructions are necessary for a successful society.

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Their playfulness shows that appearances can be misleading when
making character judgments.

Question 39

As used in paragraph 19, what is the meaning of the word "resolutely"?

Accepted Answer

acting with determination

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proceeding cautiously

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hesitating to act

Answer

producing results

Question 40

Which quotation MOST helps the reader understand the meaning of "resolutely"?

Accepted Answer

"'Then let's begin. We will never regret it,' said Long Dragon."
(paragraph 20)

Answer

"'Look, is there not plenty of water in the sea where we live?"'
(paragraph 16)

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"'Good idea!' said the others as they clapped their hands." (paragraph 17)

Answer

"'We should scoop it up and spray it towards the sky."' (paragraph 16)

Question 41

In the folktale, how do the dragons MOST impact the resolution of the plot?

Accepted Answer

by creating a permanent water supply

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by providing rain for the people

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by angering the god of the sea

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by becoming imprisoned in mountains

Question 42

Which detail from the folktale BEST supports the answer to Part A?

Accepted Answer

" ... they turned themselves into four rivers .... " (paragraph 27)

Answer

" ... discovered these events and reported to the Jade Emperor."
(paragraph 23)

Answer

"'Go and get four mountains to lay upon them .... "' (paragraph 26)

Answer

"'The water will be like rain drops and come down to save the
people .... "' (paragraph 16)

Question 43

Which difference in attitudes between the Jade Emperor and the dragons influences events later in the folktale?

Accepted Answer

The Jade Emperor is indifferent about the needs of the people, and the
dragons are concerned.

Answer

The Jade Emperor is amused by the needs of the people, and the dragons
are annoyed.

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The Jade Emperor is angered by the needs of the people, and the dragons
are pleased.

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The Jade Emperor is upset about the needs of the people, and the
dragons are worried.

Question 44

Which paragraphs provide evidence to support the answer to Part A?

Accepted Answer

paragraphs 11-12

Answer

paragraphs 5-6

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paragraphs 2-3

Answer

paragraphs 22-23

Question 45

In paragraph 1, what information does the setting MAINLY suggest about Cromwell?

Accepted Answer

how determined Cromwell is to stay active

Answer

how distracted Cromwell is by Zach

Answer

how irritating Cromwell is to Kevin

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how upset Cromwell is about being a family pet

Question 46

Which detail from paragraph 1 BEST supports the answer to Part A?

Accepted Answer

" ... not even a series of 100-degree days could stop the dog."

Answer

"At times, Kevin would simply sit in a lawn chair .... "

Answer

" ... what Kevin felt were murderously long walks."

Answer

" ... the dog routinely broke free of his leash .... "

Question 47

Based on the passage, what is the MAIN reason the author includes Howie as a character in the story?

Accepted Answer

to create a conflict that challenges Kevin

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to lighten Kevin's seriousness

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to introduce a surprise for Cromwell

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to call attention to Izzy's enthusiasm

Question 48

What do Kevin's and Howie's sarcastic questions MAINLY reveal about their different points of view during their conversation?

Accepted Answer

The questions emphasize the weaknesses each character finds in the
other's argument.

Answer

The questions provide each character with information missing from the
other's explanation.

Answer

The questions express the disappointment each character feels as a result
of the other's decision.

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The questions show each character's disrespect for the other's position.

Question 49

Which sentence describes a central idea of the passage?

Accepted Answer

Kevin and Howie have different ideas about what activities are
worthwhile.

Answer

Cromwell enjoys exercising on the beach more than playing at the park.

Answer

Cromwell has become much more energetic than he was before.

Answer

Howie wants Cromwell to participate in different types of dog
competitions.

Question 50

Which detail from the passage supports the answer to Part A?

Accepted Answer

"'Cromwell's not going to start fetching things, though?"' (paragraph 9)

Answer

"All that remained was to convince his parents, who, Kevin figured, had
always wanted him to be sportier anyway." (paragraph 2)

Answer

"At Montrose Beach, Cromwell ran through obstacle courses that Kevin
constructed from abandoned tin pails and shovels .... " (paragraph 1)

Answer

"'But it would make Cromwell happier."' (paragraph 10)

Question 51

Based on the evidence in the article, what is MOST LIKELY the author's purpose in "Collecting Rocks"?

Accepted Answer

to inform a possible rock collector about how to group rocks

Answer

to persuade people to create a rock collection

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to explain the difficulties scientists have in grouping rocks

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to explain a new method for analyzing rocks

Question 52

Which statement BEST supports the answer to Part A?

Accepted Answer

The author explains how geologists classify rocks.

Answer

The author claims that a person can create an impressive collection of
rocks.

Answer

The author discusses how layers of rock are held together.

Answer

The author describes how high pressure and temperature affect rock
formations.

Question 53

How does the author primarily structure "Collecting Rocks"?

Accepted Answer

by describing the characteristics of specific types of rocks

Answer

by discussing the effects of pressure on rock formation

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by focusing on order of importance of rock types

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by comparing the sizes and shapes of rocks

Question 54

Which detail from the article BEST supports the answer to Part A?

Accepted Answer

" ... formed from melted rock that has cooled and solidified."
(paragraph 2)

Answer

" ... (volcanic glass), granite, basalt ... " (paragraph 2)

Answer

" ... igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks ... " (paragraph 1)

Answer

"Temperatures and pressures are low .... " (paragraph 3)

Question 55

How do xenoliths and xenocrysts help scientists understand the Earth?

Accepted Answer

by exposing the conditions deep within the Earth's crust

Answer

by demonstrating why lava cools quickly at the Earth's surface

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by revealing the chemical properties of the Earth's mantle

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by displaying how the Earth's atmosphere is affected by collisions with
meteorites

Question 56

Which detail from the article provides evidence for the answer to Part A?

Accepted Answer

"Some of the features studied by geologists are temperature, pressure,
construction, and movement within the Earth's surface." (paragraph 7)

Answer

"As magma erupts or flows from the Earth's surface, it is cooled by
exposure to air or water." (paragraph 4)

Answer

"The xenoliths in meteorites were formed from collisions with other
objects outside the Earth's atmosphere." (paragraph 8)

Answer

"Magma rises to the Earth's surface through these pipes between the
Earth's crust and mantle." (paragraph 3)

Question 57

Which statement includes two central ideas of "Xenolith"?

Accepted Answer

Xenoliths are usually formed by magma and are encased in other rock
types.

Answer

Xenoliths exist only in igneous rock and can help explain where
meteorites come from.

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Xenoliths and xenocrysts look like sand and can give useful information
about the Earth's atmosphere.

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Xenoliths and xenocrysts can be found in all types of rock and can help
explain how sedimentary rock is formed.

Question 58

Which important idea is found in BOTH "Collecting Rocks" and "Xenolith"?

Accepted Answer

Magma helps form certain kinds of rocks.

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Some rocks are formed on the Earth's surface.

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Some rocks are identified by the names of other rocks.

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Rocks fit into three basic categories.

Question 59

The word "metamorphic" is used in both "Collecting Rocks" and "Xenolith."
Based on the information in the articles, what does "metamorphic" mean'?

Accepted Answer

becoming something else

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growing in size

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containing crystals

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rising to the surface

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