Reading SOL Practice: Raccoons in the Rainforest

In paragraph 2, the author's use of the words "distinguished" and "Like" indicates that the information is organized by -

• Determining the causes of an effect

• Arranging the ideas in order of importance

• Placing the events in chronological sequence

• Comparing and contrasting similar subjects

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In this excerpt from paragraph 5, which three words are examples of onomatopoeia?

Vocalizations include a chitter, which sounds much like the chattering of teeth; a bark, which is like that of a dog

• Chitter, sounds, chattering

• Chitter, pitter patter, and bark

• Chitter, chattering, bark

• Chitter, bark, screech

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Based on paragraph 8, the reader may best infer that the kinkajou -

• Requires a tropical habitat

• Requires a special diet

• Is unsuited for domestic life

• Is unable to coexist with other pets

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According to the article, which two senses best help a kinkajou locate another kinkajou's territory?

• Hearing and seeing

• Touching and smelling

• Seeing and touching

• Smelling and hearing

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According to the article, the kinkajou resembles a monkey because of its -

• Sharp teeth

• Grooming habits

• Sleep schedule

• Communication style

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Which of the following is the main idea of the article

• Kinkajous should not be pets because they make a lot of noise at night

• Kinkajous are are animals that look like racoons but act more like monkeys

• The kinkajou lives most of its life in trees and is also nocturnal, which means it is most active during the night.

• Kinkajous are unique animals that use their acute senses and adaptations to survive in the rainforest

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What is the TONE of this article?

• Playful and mischievous

• Knowledgeable and informative

• Dark and mysterious

• Curious and excited

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