Stress for Success

Question 1

What supporting idea does the author use to reinforce the central theme of the text? (8.RC.4)

Accepted Answer

Historical figures who thrived under stress, Stress isn't always detrimental to health

Question 2

What does the text explicitly say about the role of stress in achievement? (RC. 1)

Accepted Answer

Stress can motivate individuals to achieve their goals

Question 3

What is the connotation of the word "challenge" as used in the text compared to "obstacle" (8.RC.9)

Accepted Answer

Challenge suggests an opportunity for growth, obstacle implies a hindrance

Question 4

What is the author's perspective on the use of stress for success? (8.RC.5)

Accepted Answer

Supportive and encouraging

Question 5

How does the author develop the central idea about the benefits of stress throughout the text? (8.RC.4)

Accepted Answer

By providing anecdotes from successful individuals

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of irrelevant evidence in the text? (8.RC.6)

Accepted Answer

A personal anecdote unrelated to stress

Question 7

What does the word "catalyst" mean as used in the text? (8.RC.8)

Accepted Answer

Something that provokes or speeds significant change or action

Question 8

Summarize the text's central idea in one sentence. (8.RC.4)

Accepted Answer

Stress can be harnessed as a tool for achieving success

Question 9

Distinguish between the connotations of "pressure" and "encouragement" as used in the text. (8.RC.9)

Accepted Answer

Pressure has a negative connotation, encouragement has a positive one

Question 10

Evaluate the argument presented: Is the evidence provided for stress being beneficial sound and relevant? (8.RC.6)

Accepted Answer

Yes, it includes scientific studies and expert opinions

Question 11

What explicit evidence does the author provide to support the idea that stress can enhance performance? (8.RC. 1)

Accepted Answer

Stress improves focus and motivation

Question 12

How does the author address conflicting viewpoints about stress? (8.RC.5)

Accepted Answer

By acknowledging and providing counterarguments

Question 13

What does the word "resilience" mean in the context of the text? (8.RC.8)

Accepted Answer

The ability to recover quickly from difficulties

Question 14

Which of the following inferences can be drawn from the text? (8.RC.1)

Accepted Answer

Some level of stress is necessary for peak performance

Question 15

What is the author's purpose in writing the text? (8.RC.5)

Accepted Answer

To inform readers about the potential benefits of stress, To inform readers about the potential benefits of stress

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