Unit Test

Which would be an appropriate follow-up question to ask this student? Mr. Tyler's class is having a discussion about whether sugary drinks should be sold at an upcoming school event. One student says, "Sugary drinks are not nutritious and can cause many health problems. I think students would enjoy a smoothie bar as a fresh alternative."

Which student demonstrates active listening skills? The Riverwoods High School Fitness Club class is having a discussion about an upcoming activity. As Timothy shares the itinerary, Taylor takes notes and Wendy looks out the window. Trevor interrupts with a sarcastic remark, which makes Samantha laugh. Anton raises his hand and asks the coach to repeat the time of departure.

Jenny To include this signature in a formal letter, it should be revised to contain the writer's

What is the main reason this e-mail is not appropriate for a formal purpose? Read the formal e-mail. Dear Mr. Townsend, Our neighborhood watch group would like to accept your offer to visit with our group next month. Your proposed presentation addresses many of the issues that are of immediate concern to our group. Given your impressive credentials, we value your input and look forward to your presentation. To solidify the details, please use my contact information below to contact me. Sincerely, Marissa Lee

Which would be an appropriate follow-up question to ask this student? Ms. Nichol's class is having a discussion about Greek mythology. One student says, "The influence of the goddess Demeter can be found throughout Greek history and culture. She is the goddess of the harvest as well as the cycle of life."

Talk To You Later: Which is the best way to revise the closing?

Which would be an appropriate follow-up question to ask this student? Mr. Shae's class is having a discussion about the writings of Shakespeare. One student says, "One theme found in Romeo and Juliet is that love can cause violence. Although the play is a famous love story, it is actually very violent."

Which part of the letter needs revision in order to be appropriate for a formal letter? Read the formal letter. Jorge Smith 123 Main Street Anytown, IL 12345 Mrs. Parker: Our annual awards banquet will be held in January. We would be honored if you would agree to be our key speaker. Please find all the relevant information in the attached itinerary. We will contact you in a week's time to see if there is any other information you require and to answer any questions you might have. Sincerely, Jorge Smith

What idea is emphasized through repetition? IKE SAYS HE WILL USE LAW. TELLS FAUBUS: COOPERATE WITH US "The federal Constitution will be upheld by every legal means at my command," President Eisenhower had told Governor Faubus. The President had sent a telegram to Governor Faubus saying he was sure the governor, the National Guard, and other state officials would give full cooperation to the United States Supreme Court.

Which fact best supports Kate's opinion? In a discussion, Kate shares her opinion about her ballet class: "I love the way ballet makes me feel! I have become so much stronger and more flexible since I joined the dance studio."

Which words help create the mood in the excerpt? Check all that apply. Read the excerpt from Warriors Don't Cry. As the evening wore on and the matches got really heated, Grandma India and I would behave as we behaved nowhere else. She would pound the floor with her parasol and shout and wave her fist until her hat was twisted on her head and her churchgoing outfit was rumpled. Once she had even dropped her glasses and broken them in a fit of rage when her tag-team favorites, Mud Mountain and Blue Moon Hog, were counted out by the referee.

Which best describes what kind of listener Kevin is? Kevin is participating in a group discussion about teens and technology. Kevin feels strongly that texting can be a dangerous distraction, especially for teen drivers. When his classmate argues that texting is not a problem for teenagers, Kevin does not interrupt. He makes eye contact with the speaker and takes a few notes of the speaker's argument.

What viewpoint is being expressed in the e-mail? Read the e-mail. In the interest of public safety, Griffin Avenue should have a traffic light installed. There have been many traffic accidents recently at Griffin Avenue and 32nd Street. Statistics show that overall traffic in the area has also increased. Installing a traffic signal at Roman Avenue reduced accidents by ten percent, so it is likely that installing one at Griffin Avenue, which has similar conditions, will also result in fewer accidents. At your next council meeting, please consider my suggestion for making this intersection safer.

What is the purpose of the e-mail? Read the prompt for a formal e-mail. Write a letter to the school board in which you propose turning part of the schoolyard into a garden.

Which best describes the purpose of "Justin Lebo"?

The author most likely included these details in order to Read the excerpt from "Justin Lebo." It was a BMX bike with a twenty-inch frame. Its original color was buried beneath five or six coats of gunky paint. Now it showed up as sort of a rusted red. Everything—the grips, the pedals, the brakes, the seat, the spokes—were bent or broken, twisted and rusted.

What conflict is introduced in this excerpt? Read the excerpt from "Justin Lebo." On the way home, Justin was silent. His mother assumed he was lost in a feeling of satisfaction. But he was thinking about what would happen once those bikes got wheeled inside and everyone saw them. How would all those kids decide who got the bikes? Two bikes could cause more trouble than they would solve.

Based on the details in this excerpt, which word best describes the garage? When he got it home, he wheeled the junker into the garage and showed it proudly to his father. "Will you help me fix it up?" he asked. Justin's hobby was bike racing, a passion the two of them shared. Their garage barely had room for the car anymore. It was more like a bike shop. Tires and frames hung from hooks on the ceiling, and bike wrenches dangled from the walls.

Which detail from "Justin Lebo" best shows that Justin is caring?

Which words from the excerpt evoke a sense of uneasiness? Check all that apply. "Are you all right?" A woman's voice asked. I jumped, surprised at being spoken to. And then I kind of jumped again when I saw who was speaking. Three things hit me at once about the woman sitting down next to me. She was younger than most of the others, closer to my age if not quite as young. And she was pretty. And she was white. I had known that some of the riders would be white, but still it felt strange to speak to her.

Why does the author most likely include these details? Read the excerpt from "Youth Activism and Animal "Rights." In addition to traditional events like bake sales and car washes, young activists have raised money through more creative means. Many use special occasions, such as birthdays and bar or bat mitzvahs, to ask their friends and families to donate money to animal rights, rather than give gifts.

Which statement best describes a difference between the two animal rights passages?

Based on the details "Youth Activism and Animal Rights," which aspects of "Undercover Farmer" are factual elements? Check all that apply.

Which detail from "Undercover Farmer" best shows that the narrator's activism on behalf of farm animals changed practices in the community?

Which best describes the overall purpose of "Youth Activism and Animal Rights"?