What does this excerpt tell the reader about Kelsey's perspective?

She is protective of her little sister, Tasha.

Which statement best explains why early humans were nomads?

They were searching for resources necessary to live.

Why did people domesticate plants during the Neolithic era?

to create a reliable food supply

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

Cameron visited his grandpa (whom he adores) after school yesterday.

Which quotation is punctuated correctly?

“I won the school science fair last spring,” announced Ben.

How did Hammurabi improve the economy of the Babylonian Empire?

He spent tax money to expand construction projects.

What does this excerpt tell the reader about Diane's perspective?

Shes worried about how she and her family will adjust to their new home.

make writing more interesting to read.

How did new tools revolutionize agriculture during the Neolithic era?

New tools saved early humans labor and time.

What do ziggurats tell us about ancient Sumer?

Sumerians practiced organized religion.

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

Jovanna visited France, Spain, and Italy on her summer trip to Europe.

What is a matrilineal clan?

a clan whose members center family relationships around their mothers

Based on this excerpt, what can the reader infer about immigrant children in the early 1900s?

They had a great deal of responsibility and helped support their families.

Which is a characteristic of an early complex village?

They encouraged skilled people to create pottery.

Which statement best describes the economic policy of the Akkadian Empire?

Irrigation systems made trade possible because of surplus crops.

The purpose of this excerpt is to help readers understand immigrants’

uncomfortable travel conditions.

What is one way that early humans survived cold environments?

They discovered how to make fire.

What is the main reason why the Mesopotamians traded grain and cloth for metal and stone?

Grain and cloth were plentiful in the area, but metal and stone were not.

Which best explains why floodplains encouraged settlement in the Fertile Crescent?

The floodplains provided fertile soil for growing crops.

Which sentence best reflects a formal tone?

I fear you have said something you will regret.

Which factor contributed to the fall of the Akkadian Empire?

Local rulers regained control over their city-states.

Which statement best describes how physical features contributed to Mesopotamian settlements?

The favorable climate and rich soil provided for their physical needs.

Why did people domesticate animals during the Neolithic era?

Animals were used for labor and farming tasks.

Generalizations should be revised because they

make writing less compelling because details are not used.

What is a characteristic of the social order in early permanent settlements?

All villagers were ranked by their abilities and level of skill.

What common factor led to the collapse of the Akkadian, Babylonian, and Chaldean empires?

Weak rulers made the empires unstable.

Which article would most likely use a cause-and-effect text structure?

"The Best Reasons for Owning a Cat"

Why were permanent settlements more advanced than hunter-gatherer societies?

People were able to specialize in activities other than farming.

Which of these reflects the correct capitalization for the title of an organization?

National Archives and Records Administration

How did political structures evolve as agricultural societies developed?

Villagers followed leaders who helped organize trade and establish borders.

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1
What does this excerpt tell the reader about Kelsey's perspective?
She is protective of her little sister, Tasha.
She is annoyed at Tasha's and Robbie's immaturity.
She wishes she were closer to Tasha and Robbie.
She wishes she could play in the boxes with Tasha.
2
The purpose of the dash in the first sentence is to indicate an
omission.
idea that trails off.
incomplete idea.
interruption.
3
Which statement best explains why early humans were nomads?
They were curious about exploring new lands.
Overpopulation made their living conditions crowded.
They were searching for resources necessary to live.
Their farming methods had exhausted the soil.
4
Why did people domesticate plants during the Neolithic era?
to adapt to the climate
to eliminate the need to hunt animals
to create a reliable food supply
to prevent soil erosion
5
Based on the concrete details in this excerpt, which word best describes how the immigrants felt?
anxious
embarrassed
distressed
awkward
6
What did Sumerians use ziggurats for besides religious ceremonies?
for performances of dramatic plays
for trade and government
for entertainment
for homes
7
What physical feature allowed settlers in the Fertile Crescent to grow crops?
flooding rivers
natural canals
sea tides
eroding mountains
8
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
Cameron visited his grandpa whom—he adores—after school yesterday.
Cameron visited his grandpa (whom he adores) after school yesterday.
Cameron visited his grandpa, whom—he adores, after school yesterday.
Cameron visited, his grandpa whom he adores, after school yesterday.
9
Which group of words would correct the sentence fragment?
at Lincoln Middle School
at last
the students in
is studying Shakespeare
10
What did city-states in Sumer have in common?
They were home to millions of people.
They were all ruled by one king.
They shared the same laws.
They were centers of trade.
11
Which example reflects the proper way to capitalize the closing of a letter?
Yours very truly,
yours very truly,
Yours Very Truly,
Yours Very truly,
12
"Always shows up late." Which group of words would correct the sentence fragment?
one of the twins
and forgets something
to dinner
just about
13
Choose the complete sentence.
No one expected that outcome.
Before the audience was seated.
The flickering light in the hallway.
May have a bad case of the flu.
14
How was Sumer organized politically?
as an empire
into city-states
into tribal villages
as a republic
15
Which quotation is punctuated correctly?
“I won the school science fair last spring” announced Ben.
“I won the school science fair last spring, announced Ben.”
“I won the school science fair last spring,” announced Ben.
“I won the school science fair last spring.” announced Ben.
16
How did Hammurabi improve the economy of the Babylonian Empire?
He required conquered people to pay tribute.
He created canals to trade on the rivers.
He spent tax money to expand construction projects.
He created new trade routes.
17
What does this excerpt tell the reader about Diane's perspective?
Shes interested in meeting her neighbors and spending time with family.
Shes angry at her husband and wants the family to move as soon as possible.
Shes confident that she will learn how to live and work on a farm.
Shes worried about how she and her family will adjust to their new home.
18
Concrete details
are also know as generalizations.
make writing more interesting to read.
are to be used sparingly in writing.
should be left out of informational essays.
19
How did new tools revolutionize agriculture during the Neolithic era?
New tools helped early humans develop different seeds for planting.
New tools made it possible to produce less food.
New tools saved early humans labor and time.
New tools allowed early humans to grow plants without water.
20
What do ziggurats tell us about ancient Sumer?
Sumerians practiced organized religion.
Sumerians used irrigation to water fields.
Sumerians used bronze to make tools.
Sumerians traded with people in Egypt and India.
21
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
Jovanna visited France, Spain and Italy on her summer trip to Europe.
Jovanna visited France, Spain and, Italy on her summer trip to Europe.
Jovanna visited France, Spain, and Italy on her summer trip to Europe.
Jovanna visited, France, Spain, and Italy on her summer trip to Europe.
22
What is a matrilineal clan?
a clan that is led by its strongest hunter
a clan whose members center family relationships around their mothers
a clan that is led by its oldest member
a clan whose members center family relationships around their fathers
23
What is the purpose of the parentheses in the sentence?
to set off extra information
to indicate an omission
to set off necessary information
to indicate an interruption
24
What was one benefit that early humans received by living in extended family clans?
learning to write
developing language
using fire for warmth
creating stone tools
25
Based on this excerpt, what can the reader infer about immigrant children in the early 1900s?
They were not interested in higher education beyond grammar school.
They were the only members of their family able to obtain employment.
They sometimes left school to help America’s war effort.
They had a great deal of responsibility and helped support their families.
26
Which is a characteristic of an early complex village?
They were hunter-gatherers.
They encouraged skilled people to create pottery.
They practiced animism.
They used the environment for temporary shelters.
27
Which statement best describes the economic policy of the Akkadian Empire?
Building projects ensured their power would not be challenged.
Trading with outside partners helped to bring in surplus food.
The building of a postal system helped to increase the economy.
Irrigation systems made trade possible because of surplus crops.
28
The purpose of this excerpt is to help readers understand immigrants’
uncomfortable travel conditions.
unsafe living conditions.
unhealthy meal choices.
unhappy family lives.
29
What is one way that early humans survived cold environments?
They discovered how to make fire.
They trained dogs to help them hunt.
They built cabins made of logs.
They made clothes from wool.
30
What is the main reason why the Mesopotamians traded grain and cloth for metal and stone?
Metal and stone did not spoil or tear, but grain and cloth did.
Grain and cloth were lighter to carry ships they used to cross the seas.
Metal and stone drew better prices than grain and cloth in Mesopotamia.
Grain and cloth were plentiful in the area, but metal and stone were not.
31
What term describes a community of people who share customs, a language, values, laws, traditions, and government?
polytheism
barter
society
agriculture
32
If all important words in the title of an organization should be capitalized, which title correctly demonstrates this?
Bureau of the Census
bureau of the Census
Bureau of the census
Bureau Of The Census
33
Which best explains why floodplains encouraged settlement in the Fertile Crescent?
The floodplains provided fertile soil for growing crops.
The floodplains brought warmer temperatures.
The floodplains prevented seasonal droughts.
The floodplains exposed stone used for building.
34
Which sentence best reflects a formal tone?
What are you talkin' about?
Stop your babbling already!
I fear you have said something you will regret.
I think you've stuck your foot in your mouth.
35
Which factor contributed to the fall of the Akkadian Empire?
The Persians invaded the Akkadians' territory.
Sargon conquered the Mesopotamian city-states.
The Neo-Babylonians destroyed the city of Jerusalem.
Local rulers regained control over their city-states.
36
What is the correct acronym for the National Organization for Women?
NOfW
Nofw
N.O.W.
NOW
37
What is the correct way to punctuate the abbreviation of the name Cesar Alan Vicks?
Ca Vicks
CA Vicks
C.A. Vicks
C.a. Vicks
38
Which statement best describes how physical features contributed to Mesopotamian settlements?
Changing temperatures provided for widely varied crops.
The favorable climate and rich soil provided for their physical needs.
The seas were a natural barrier that protected growing of crops.
Mountain ranges protected them from nearby enemies.
39
Why did people domesticate animals during the Neolithic era?
Animals were used to show a person’s wealth.
Animals were used as pets and companions.
Animals were used for labor and farming tasks.
Animals were used during religious ceremonies.
40
Generalizations should be revised because they
make writing less compelling because details are not used.
give the writer’s opinion rather than the important facts.
bring out strong emotions that may distract the reader.
can be confusing because of the number of details.
41
What is a characteristic of the social order in early permanent settlements?
All villagers placed the highest value on farmers because of their harvest.
All villagers were focused on the harvest, creating an equal social order.
All villagers were arranged by importance by the village leader.
All villagers were ranked by their abilities and level of skill.
42
What common factor led to the collapse of the Akkadian, Babylonian, and Chaldean empires?
Enslaved people rebelled against their conquerors.
Religious minorities revolted against the ruling elite.
Weak rulers made the empires unstable.
Strict new codes of law caused people to rebel.
43
Which article would most likely use a cause-and-effect text structure?
"The Best Reasons for Owning a Cat"
"Dogs Make Better Pets than Cats"
"A Day in the Life of a White House Pet"
"Which Pet Is Right for You?"
44
Why were permanent settlements more advanced than hunter-gatherer societies?
People were able to specialize in activities other than farming.
Improvements in farming were no longer necessary.
Hunter-gatherers did not trade with people in settlements.
Families had fewer children because there was less work to do.
45
This type of source is considered
an academic source.
a news publication source.
an internal source.
a popular publication source.
46
Which of these reflects the correct capitalization for the title of an organization?
National Archives And Records Administration
National Archives and Records Administration
National archives and records Administration
National archives and records administration
47
The stage directions in this excerpt tell the reader that Tasha is
rude.
anxious.
excitable.
headstrong.
48
What is the proper way to write the initialism for the Consumer Product Safety Commission?
Cpsc
cpsc
C.P.S.C.
CPSC
49
What development was a result of early humans living in clans?
trade routes
marriage customs
government systems
organized religions
50
How did political structures evolve as agricultural societies developed?
Villagers elected leaders who made rules only about natural resources.
Villagers had no strong leaders because they moved around so often.
Villagers continued traditional clan leaders who made all the decions.
Villagers followed leaders who helped organize trade and establish borders.

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ELA & WH 1st Q

50 termsStudBud Administration7 plays

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Flashcards50 cardsFPractice quizPHost liveL

Questions 50

Answers

1
What does this excerpt tell the reader about Kelsey's perspective?
She is protective of her little sister, Tasha.
She is annoyed at Tasha's and Robbie's immaturity.
She wishes she were closer to Tasha and Robbie.
She wishes she could play in the boxes with Tasha.
2
The purpose of the dash in the first sentence is to indicate an
omission.
idea that trails off.
incomplete idea.
interruption.
3
Which statement best explains why early humans were nomads?
They were curious about exploring new lands.
Overpopulation made their living conditions crowded.
They were searching for resources necessary to live.
Their farming methods had exhausted the soil.
4
Why did people domesticate plants during the Neolithic era?
to adapt to the climate
to eliminate the need to hunt animals
to create a reliable food supply
to prevent soil erosion
5
Based on the concrete details in this excerpt, which word best describes how the immigrants felt?
anxious
embarrassed
distressed
awkward
6
What did Sumerians use ziggurats for besides religious ceremonies?
for performances of dramatic plays
for trade and government
for entertainment
for homes
7
What physical feature allowed settlers in the Fertile Crescent to grow crops?
flooding rivers
natural canals
sea tides
eroding mountains
8
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
Cameron visited his grandpa whom—he adores—after school yesterday.
Cameron visited his grandpa (whom he adores) after school yesterday.
Cameron visited his grandpa, whom—he adores, after school yesterday.
Cameron visited, his grandpa whom he adores, after school yesterday.
9
Which group of words would correct the sentence fragment?
at Lincoln Middle School
at last
the students in
is studying Shakespeare
10
What did city-states in Sumer have in common?
They were home to millions of people.
They were all ruled by one king.
They shared the same laws.
They were centers of trade.
11
Which example reflects the proper way to capitalize the closing of a letter?
Yours very truly,
yours very truly,
Yours Very Truly,
Yours Very truly,
12
"Always shows up late." Which group of words would correct the sentence fragment?
one of the twins
and forgets something
to dinner
just about
13
Choose the complete sentence.
No one expected that outcome.
Before the audience was seated.
The flickering light in the hallway.
May have a bad case of the flu.
14
How was Sumer organized politically?
as an empire
into city-states
into tribal villages
as a republic
15
Which quotation is punctuated correctly?
“I won the school science fair last spring” announced Ben.
“I won the school science fair last spring, announced Ben.”
“I won the school science fair last spring,” announced Ben.
“I won the school science fair last spring.” announced Ben.
16
How did Hammurabi improve the economy of the Babylonian Empire?
He required conquered people to pay tribute.
He created canals to trade on the rivers.
He spent tax money to expand construction projects.
He created new trade routes.
17
What does this excerpt tell the reader about Diane's perspective?
Shes interested in meeting her neighbors and spending time with family.
Shes angry at her husband and wants the family to move as soon as possible.
Shes confident that she will learn how to live and work on a farm.
Shes worried about how she and her family will adjust to their new home.
18
Concrete details
are also know as generalizations.
make writing more interesting to read.
are to be used sparingly in writing.
should be left out of informational essays.
19
How did new tools revolutionize agriculture during the Neolithic era?
New tools helped early humans develop different seeds for planting.
New tools made it possible to produce less food.
New tools saved early humans labor and time.
New tools allowed early humans to grow plants without water.
20
What do ziggurats tell us about ancient Sumer?
Sumerians practiced organized religion.
Sumerians used irrigation to water fields.
Sumerians used bronze to make tools.
Sumerians traded with people in Egypt and India.
21
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
Jovanna visited France, Spain and Italy on her summer trip to Europe.
Jovanna visited France, Spain and, Italy on her summer trip to Europe.
Jovanna visited France, Spain, and Italy on her summer trip to Europe.
Jovanna visited, France, Spain, and Italy on her summer trip to Europe.
22
What is a matrilineal clan?
a clan that is led by its strongest hunter
a clan whose members center family relationships around their mothers
a clan that is led by its oldest member
a clan whose members center family relationships around their fathers
23
What is the purpose of the parentheses in the sentence?
to set off extra information
to indicate an omission
to set off necessary information
to indicate an interruption
24
What was one benefit that early humans received by living in extended family clans?
learning to write
developing language
using fire for warmth
creating stone tools
25
Based on this excerpt, what can the reader infer about immigrant children in the early 1900s?
They were not interested in higher education beyond grammar school.
They were the only members of their family able to obtain employment.
They sometimes left school to help America’s war effort.
They had a great deal of responsibility and helped support their families.
26
Which is a characteristic of an early complex village?
They were hunter-gatherers.
They encouraged skilled people to create pottery.
They practiced animism.
They used the environment for temporary shelters.
27
Which statement best describes the economic policy of the Akkadian Empire?
Building projects ensured their power would not be challenged.
Trading with outside partners helped to bring in surplus food.
The building of a postal system helped to increase the economy.
Irrigation systems made trade possible because of surplus crops.
28
The purpose of this excerpt is to help readers understand immigrants’
uncomfortable travel conditions.
unsafe living conditions.
unhealthy meal choices.
unhappy family lives.
29
What is one way that early humans survived cold environments?
They discovered how to make fire.
They trained dogs to help them hunt.
They built cabins made of logs.
They made clothes from wool.
30
What is the main reason why the Mesopotamians traded grain and cloth for metal and stone?
Metal and stone did not spoil or tear, but grain and cloth did.
Grain and cloth were lighter to carry ships they used to cross the seas.
Metal and stone drew better prices than grain and cloth in Mesopotamia.
Grain and cloth were plentiful in the area, but metal and stone were not.
31
What term describes a community of people who share customs, a language, values, laws, traditions, and government?
polytheism
barter
society
agriculture
32
If all important words in the title of an organization should be capitalized, which title correctly demonstrates this?
Bureau of the Census
bureau of the Census
Bureau of the census
Bureau Of The Census
33
Which best explains why floodplains encouraged settlement in the Fertile Crescent?
The floodplains provided fertile soil for growing crops.
The floodplains brought warmer temperatures.
The floodplains prevented seasonal droughts.
The floodplains exposed stone used for building.
34
Which sentence best reflects a formal tone?
What are you talkin' about?
Stop your babbling already!
I fear you have said something you will regret.
I think you've stuck your foot in your mouth.
35
Which factor contributed to the fall of the Akkadian Empire?
The Persians invaded the Akkadians' territory.
Sargon conquered the Mesopotamian city-states.
The Neo-Babylonians destroyed the city of Jerusalem.
Local rulers regained control over their city-states.
36
What is the correct acronym for the National Organization for Women?
NOfW
Nofw
N.O.W.
NOW
37
What is the correct way to punctuate the abbreviation of the name Cesar Alan Vicks?
Ca Vicks
CA Vicks
C.A. Vicks
C.a. Vicks
38
Which statement best describes how physical features contributed to Mesopotamian settlements?
Changing temperatures provided for widely varied crops.
The favorable climate and rich soil provided for their physical needs.
The seas were a natural barrier that protected growing of crops.
Mountain ranges protected them from nearby enemies.
39
Why did people domesticate animals during the Neolithic era?
Animals were used to show a person’s wealth.
Animals were used as pets and companions.
Animals were used for labor and farming tasks.
Animals were used during religious ceremonies.
40
Generalizations should be revised because they
make writing less compelling because details are not used.
give the writer’s opinion rather than the important facts.
bring out strong emotions that may distract the reader.
can be confusing because of the number of details.
41
What is a characteristic of the social order in early permanent settlements?
All villagers placed the highest value on farmers because of their harvest.
All villagers were focused on the harvest, creating an equal social order.
All villagers were arranged by importance by the village leader.
All villagers were ranked by their abilities and level of skill.
42
What common factor led to the collapse of the Akkadian, Babylonian, and Chaldean empires?
Enslaved people rebelled against their conquerors.
Religious minorities revolted against the ruling elite.
Weak rulers made the empires unstable.
Strict new codes of law caused people to rebel.
43
Which article would most likely use a cause-and-effect text structure?
"The Best Reasons for Owning a Cat"
"Dogs Make Better Pets than Cats"
"A Day in the Life of a White House Pet"
"Which Pet Is Right for You?"
44
Why were permanent settlements more advanced than hunter-gatherer societies?
People were able to specialize in activities other than farming.
Improvements in farming were no longer necessary.
Hunter-gatherers did not trade with people in settlements.
Families had fewer children because there was less work to do.
45
This type of source is considered
an academic source.
a news publication source.
an internal source.
a popular publication source.
46
Which of these reflects the correct capitalization for the title of an organization?
National Archives And Records Administration
National Archives and Records Administration
National archives and records Administration
National archives and records administration
47
The stage directions in this excerpt tell the reader that Tasha is
rude.
anxious.
excitable.
headstrong.
48
What is the proper way to write the initialism for the Consumer Product Safety Commission?
Cpsc
cpsc
C.P.S.C.
CPSC
49
What development was a result of early humans living in clans?
trade routes
marriage customs
government systems
organized religions
50
How did political structures evolve as agricultural societies developed?
Villagers elected leaders who made rules only about natural resources.
Villagers had no strong leaders because they moved around so often.
Villagers continued traditional clan leaders who made all the decions.
Villagers followed leaders who helped organize trade and establish borders.