Part A: Based on the pasage "Better Technology - Better Athletes" What is the central idea of the passage?

Technology is changing the way athletes train and compete.

The name Persephone comes from a character in Greek mythology. What does her name suggests about her culture?

Her culture is modeled after the society of Ancient Greece.

Which statement from the excerpt best supports the answer to the previous question?

. . . she learned the words so well that she never forgot them.

The student took notes about information in the sources. Which note correctly paraphrases information from both sources?

The three major types of government power are divided between different ...

Which statement best explains how the author uses point of view to develop suspense in the passage "Rule of Rock"?

The author does not reveal which choice the Proctor thinks is the wisest.

Which edits correct sentence 2? Select two.

If she had been thinking carefully, she would have remembered that., If she had thought carefully, she would have remembered that.

Answer the question in the image below.

the history of railroads in the United States

Choose the two sentences that would best conclude the paragraph.

Although we cannot entirely prevent wolves from preying on livestock..., A compromise is vital to the success of both the environment and people's..

Which statement from the excerpt best shows how the descriptions of the patrollers contribute to the tone?

. . . she heard the furious galloping of horses . . .

Which statement best describes the central idea of the excerpt from "Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass"?

Being able to read is a powerful tool.

Which two sentences best describe how Persephone in "Rule of Rock" and the Persephone in Greek mythology are similar?

Both understand the benefits of compromise., Both live in conditions that they want to change.

Part A: "Technology has affected just about every sphere of life."What does the phrase sphere of life mean?

particular areas of life, such as work, home, or entertainment

Choose two sentences from the passage that best support the claim.

Sensors can provide more accurate feedback than even the best coach..., An athlete or a coach can analyze the information to learn exactly...

How does the structure of the paragraph reinforce the belief that ideas are more lasting than acts of disobedience?

It reinforces the idea that words can remain with people to inspire...

Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to the previous question (meaning of the word "protracted")?

"That is a hard lesson to learn: To hold back from winning and to fight..."

Choose two sentences that are the best evidence to support the claim.

The most promising result, however, is that the runners are..., Seventy percent of the athletes participating in the study are surpassing..

How does the information in the paragraph help the reader understand the master's fear of Douglass learning to read ...?

The paragraph shows that forbidden knowledge among slaves could increase...

These pieces of information are from different sources. Which piece of information supports the information in Source 1?

The samurai gave the shogun power over the emperor.

"Sprinters might be particularly interested in the aerodynamic full-body suit." What is the meaning of aerodynamic?

dealing with motion through air

Part B: Which sentence from the passage best supports the central idea of the passage "Better Technology..."?

However, more athletes are looking to high-tech devices...

Which sentence best states the theme of the passage "Rule of Rock"?

The wisest choice is not always the most obvious choice.

Choose the two sentences that best add descriptive details about the setting.

The rundown house had been empty for a long time, which was made obvious..., The deteriorating house had several broken windows and an old, rotting...

How do the descriptions of the patrollers contribute to the tone of the paragraph?

They create a fearful tone by describing the patrollers who were galloping

Which sentence from the passage best shows the significance of Persephone's name?

So Decider Academy looked like it was a thousand years old instead...

Which detail from the passage best supports the meaning of the word "undulating"?

Every tenth step the cloth came between her foot and the pavement. . . .

Part B: Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to the meaning of "sphere of life"?

It has changed the way we work, the way we socialize, and the way we play.

What purpose does the Proctor's response to Lee serve in the passage?

It reinforces Persephone's decision not to protest.

Choose three ideas from "Better Technology that are strengthened by the information presented in the chart.

The demand for tech-enhanced gear has led designers and engineers to ..., ...more athletes have depended on technology to improve their performance., The number of athletes who depend on high-tech ... gear is on the rise.

How does the last sentence contribute to the development of the key idea of the paragraph?

... why even fractions of a second matter in competitive sports

Choose two sentences that best explain why taking the test is important to Persephone.

The top five candidates in the class—Persephone was first—gathered ..., Success meant becoming a Decider, a member of the Global Legislature...

What is the best way for the student to use the information in the report?

According to Professor Raul Flippson, leisure activities really matter...

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Part A: Based on the pasage "Better Technology - Better Athletes" What is the central idea of the passage?
Technology is changing the way athletes train and compete.
There are no sports left unaffected by the influence of technology.
Technology is impacting the way most people live their lives.
There isn't enough proof that technology can make athletes perform better.
2
The name Persephone comes from a character in Greek mythology. What does her name suggests about her culture?
Her culture worships Greek gods and goddesses.
Her culture values classic beauty over intelligence.
Her culture emphasizes the importance of ancient social positions.
Her culture is modeled after the society of Ancient Greece.
3
Which statement from the excerpt best supports the answer to the previous question?
... the slaves were forbidden to sing, because of the man named ...
Old Rit taught Harriet the words of that song . .
...Harriet heard snatches of it, sung under the breath, almost whispered...
. . . she learned the words so well that she never forgot them.
4
The student took notes about information in the sources. Which note correctly paraphrases information from both sources?
The Supreme Court makes decisions that can overturn the decisions of...
The legislative branch is expected to work together to check the power...
The Constitution is considered more powerful than any of the three ...
The three major types of government power are divided between different ...
5
Which word best states the meaning of decided as it is used in the sentence?
stubborn
frustrated
detailed
unwavering
6
Which transitional phrase should the writer use at the beginning of the sentence "Students don't alwaysdo..."?
All things considered,
As a matter of fact,
On the other hand,
In other words,
7
Which sentence is written in the passive voice?
Sentence 2
Sentence 4
Sentence 3
Sentence 1
8
The Latin root unda means "wave." What is the most likely meaning of the word undulating in the sentence?
flying away
ripping apart
moving back and forth
making a crashing sound
9
Which statement best explains how the author uses point of view to develop suspense in the passage "Rule of Rock"?
The author does not reveal which choice the Proctor thinks is the wisest.
The author describes Lee's frustration during the test.
The author does not include the answers of all of the students taking ...
The author shares Persephone's thoughts about having a lower bureaucratic..
10
Which edits correct sentence 2? Select two.
If she was thinking carefully, she will have remembered that.
If she had been thinking carefully, she would have remembered that.
If she had thought carefully, she would have remembered that.
If she thought carefully, she will remember that.
If she thought carefully, she will have remembered that.
If she would have been thought carefully, she remembered that.
11
Answer the question in the image below.
railroads and other modes of transportation
railroads in early American literature
the history of railroads in the United States
the science behind United States railroad innovations
12
Choose the two sentences that would best conclude the paragraph.
Although we cannot entirely prevent wolves from preying on livestock...
A compromise is vital to the success of both the environment and people's..
Because people are immensely more important than animals, hunters ...
Environmental issues have been ignored for far too long, so the government
The first thing to do would be to invite all concerned parties...
13
Which statement from the excerpt best shows how the descriptions of the patrollers contribute to the tone?
Sometimes at night . . .
She could not remember who first told her . . .
. . . she heard the furious galloping of horses . . .
. . . saw the grown folks freeze into stillness . . .
14
Which statement best describes the central idea of the excerpt from "Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass"?
Having a teacher is unnecessary when learning to read.
Being able to read is a powerful tool.
Slave masters sometimes accidentally help slaves.
Slaves try to find ways to be free.
15
Which two sentences best describe how Persephone in "Rule of Rock" and the Persephone in Greek mythology are similar?
Both have stunning features.
Both are intelligent.
Both understand the benefits of compromise.
Both live in conditions that they want to change.
Both deal with difficult family members.
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Part A: "Technology has affected just about every sphere of life."What does the phrase sphere of life mean?
parts of life that are competitive, such as sports
particular areas of life, such as work, home, or entertainment
important topics about life, such as career, finances, or family
popular life trends, such as fashion
17
Choose two sentences from the passage that best support the claim.
Sensors can provide more accurate feedback than even the best coach...
...sensors ... can be worn during routine training in the field.
They collect data that can be downloaded to a computer...
An athlete or a coach can analyze the information to learn exactly...
Sensors are attached to parts of the body.
18
How does the structure of the paragraph reinforce the belief that ideas are more lasting than acts of disobedience?
It reinforces the idea that stories and songs can be disguised as a form...
It reinforces the idea that words can remain with people to inspire...
It reinforces the idea that slaves sometimes dreamed of freedom...
It reinforces the idea that the fear of punishment is often stronger...
19
Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to the previous question (meaning of the word "protracted")?
"That is a hard lesson to learn: To hold back from winning and to fight..."
"To seek a fair balance is to find the Truth."
"It is also not correct to bow down to your rival; one must stand up for.."
"I knew that I could defeat you, but you didn't ask me to defeat you."
20
Choose two sentences that are the best evidence to support the claim.
The most promising result, however, is that the runners are...
One running coach who has been participating in a study regarding...
Seventy percent of the athletes participating in the study are surpassing..
In no time, the coach knew exactly which muscle groups to focus on ...
He's already used the data to make changes in his training program...
21
How does the information in the paragraph help the reader understand the master's fear of Douglass learning to read ...?
The paragraph shows that forbidden knowledge among slaves could cause ...
The paragraph shows that forbidden knowledge among slaves could make ...
The paragraph shows that forbidden knowledge among slaves could increase...
The paragraph shows that forbidden knowledge among slaves could spread ...
22
These pieces of information are from different sources. Which piece of information supports the information in Source 1?
The samurai followed a code of conduct during battles.
The samurai were considered to be the highest social class.
The samurai gave the shogun power over the emperor.
The samurai needed to fight more battles during some periods.
23
Choose the transition that best connects the two paragraphs by showing a time shift in the story.
Last year he had been on another team.
Maybe he would change in the future.
Today was no different.
I wished he would play differently soon.
24
"Sprinters might be particularly interested in the aerodynamic full-body suit." What is the meaning of aerodynamic?
related to covering completely
dealing with a rise in temperature
related to an increase in speed
dealing with motion through air
25
The Latin root word tract means "to drag or pull back." What is the meaning of the word protracted in the sentence?
last longer than usual
result in a loss
come to an end
control from far away
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Part B: Which sentence from the passage best supports the central idea of the passage "Better Technology..."?
Some experts claim technology's impact on athletic success is overrated.
However, more athletes are looking to high-tech devices...
Technology has affected just about every sphere of life.
The author of a popular book, The Sports Gene, states that technology can..
27
Which sentence best states the theme of the passage "Rule of Rock"?
Punctuality is the mark of a wise person.
It is best not to protest against established traditions.
Games of chance are wise tools to use in making important decisions.
The wisest choice is not always the most obvious choice.
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Choose the two sentences that best add descriptive details about the setting.
The new neighbors looked like nice people.
The whole neighborhood couldn't wait to meet the people who had bought...
The neighbors had thought that no one would ever buy the old house.
The rundown house had been empty for a long time, which was made obvious...
The deteriorating house had several broken windows and an old, rotting...
29
Choose two words from the sentence that are misspelled.
displeasure
braul
ferocious
express
aide
30
How do the descriptions of the patrollers contribute to the tone of the paragraph?
They create a confused tone by highlighting her lack of memory ...
They create a suspicious tone by highlighting her worries because ...
They create a calm tone by describing how the adults became motionless ...
They create a fearful tone by describing the patrollers who were galloping
31
Which sentence from the passage best shows the significance of Persephone's name?
So Decider Academy looked like it was a thousand years old instead...
It would be a good enough life, she supposed, but it wasn't for her.
The top five candidates in the class—Persephone was first—gathered ...
The Proctor stood now in front of Persephone.
32
Which detail from the passage best supports the meaning of the word "undulating"?
. . . she shuffled and fumbled to regain her balance before gravity...
. . . it didn't hurt to dress the new society up as the next great step...
Persephone dashed down the corridors of Decider Academy. . . .
Every tenth step the cloth came between her foot and the pavement. . . .
33
Part B: Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to the meaning of "sphere of life"?
They name research that indicates inconsistent results among varying sports
And now it is changing the way we compete.
The trend of using technology to improve athletes' performance has ...
It has changed the way we work, the way we socialize, and the way we play.
34
What purpose does the Proctor's response to Lee serve in the passage?
It lets the reader know what the outcome of the exam will be.
It shows that only a select few are chosen to become Deciders.
It reinforces Persephone's decision not to protest.
It illustrates the Proctor's impatience.
35
Choose three ideas from "Better Technology that are strengthened by the information presented in the chart.
Technology can make a difference in every sport.
The demand for tech-enhanced gear has led designers and engineers to ...
...more athletes have depended on technology to improve their performance.
Technology has changed the way athletes compete.
The number of athletes who depend on high-tech ... gear is on the rise.
Sporting goods companies promise athletes better performance through ...
36
How does the last sentence contribute to the development of the key idea of the paragraph?
... why even fractions of a second matter in competitive sports
... an example of how tech-enhanced gear can cut running times by sec
... the importance of using tech-enhanced gear in competitive sports
... details about why sprinters rely on aerodynamic body suits
37
Choose two sentences that best explain why taking the test is important to Persephone.
Like the ten thousand other students of the Academy, she’d received ....
The RPS exam, the ultimate test, was supposed to start ten minutes ago.
All this was intended to create young adults who could see all sides of...
The top five candidates in the class—Persephone was first—gathered ...
Success meant becoming a Decider, a member of the Global Legislature...
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What is the best way for the student to use the information in the report?
According to Professor Raul Flippson, leisure activities are important...
According to Professor Raul Flippson, leisure activities make us healthier.
According to Professor Raul Flippson, leisure activities really matter...
According to Professor Raul Flippson, we should not discount ...

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