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  1. A sign in a school hallway reads: 'No running. No shouting. Keep hallways clear.' What type of text is this?

    Answer: A set of rules or directions

    The sign gives instructions about expected behavior, making it a set of rules or directions.

  2. Read this sentence: 'The thunderstorm was so severe that school was dismissed early.' What caused school to be dismissed early?

    Answer: A severe thunderstorm

    The word 'because' (implied by 'so...that') links the severe thunderstorm as the cause of early dismissal.

  3. A student reads two articles. Article 1 says wolves help ecosystems. Article 2 says wolves are dangerous to livestock. What is the BEST way to use both articles?

    Answer: Use both to understand different perspectives on wolves

    Reading multiple sources with different viewpoints helps build a fuller, more balanced understanding of a topic.

  4. The word 'migrate' appears in this sentence: 'Every autumn, monarch butterflies migrate thousands of miles to warmer climates.' What does 'migrate' mean?

    Answer: Travel seasonally to another place

    Context clues—'every autumn,' 'thousands of miles,' and 'warmer climates'—indicate migrate means to travel seasonally.

  5. A recipe reads: 'Stir the batter until smooth, then pour into a greased pan. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.' What should the cook do LAST?

    Answer: Bake in the oven

    The steps are given in order: stir, pour, then bake—making baking the last step.

  6. A passage says: 'Jada wanted to try out for the soccer team, but she was afraid of failing. She practiced every day and made the team.' What theme does this passage BEST express?

    Answer: Hard work can help you overcome fear and reach goals

    Jada's journey from fear to success through daily practice illustrates the theme that effort helps overcome obstacles.

  7. A paragraph begins: 'Many students struggle with test anxiety. There are several strategies that can help.' The next sentences most likely will:

    Answer: List strategies to manage test anxiety

    The phrase 'several strategies' signals that the following sentences will describe those strategies.