An Extraordinary Girl

In paragraph 2, why does the author describe Cheri's introduction to surfing as "warmer"?

• People convinced her to begin surfing while in Hawaii.

• She was immediately successful as a surfer.

• She began surfing in a climate more suitable for the water sport.

• Other surfers were more receptive to her than Tom.

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In paragraph 2, why does Tom Hamilton put water in his wet suit before surfing?

• To stay warm

• To make his wet suit easier to remove

• To decrease his chances of being attacked by a shark

• To increase buoyancy

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Which additional visual information would be most helpful to understand paragraph 4?

• A diagram of a surfboard

• A map of Tunnels Beach

• A photo of Bethany before the attack

• A picture of the food a shark normally eats

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Read the sentences from paragraph 5.

"Afterwards, Bethany described the shark attack as coming out of the blue. As Bethany and Alana sat on their boards in the water anticipating a wave, Bethany noticed a blur in the water, and without warning, felt a few tugs and some pressure."

 

How does the first sentence relate to the second sentence?

• The second sentence in the paragraph contrasts the past and the present.

• The first sentence in the paragraph explains why Bethany and Alana were sitting on their boards.

• The second sentence in the paragraph clarifies the idea that the shark attack happened abruptly.

• The first sentence in the paragraph provides evidence that the ocean water was crystal clear.

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Read the sentence from paragraph 5.

"Afterwards, Bethany described the shark attack as coming out of the blue."

 

The author's use of figurative language reveals that the attack was —

• Anticipated

• Inevitable

• Unexpected

• Terrifying

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In paragraph 6, which word best aids in understanding how Bethany became a "professional" surfer?

• claiming

• dream

• path

• finally

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Which statement from the passage best expresses the main idea?

• For instance, when Bethany stumbled out of bed in the morning, she contemplated what she should wear just like everyone else.

• It was no surprise to anyone when Bethany exhibited an interest in surfing as well as talent for the saltwater sport as a toddler; essentially each member of her family is lassoed to the water in some way.

• Recently, Bethany’s account was created into a major motion picture which vastly increased her notoriety, but she is not only known for her surfing ability.

• Through her actions before, during, and after her traumatic circumstance, Bethany has demonstrated she is a role model by her bravery, determination, and charitable acts.

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Which three sentences from the passage show that Bethany is tenacious?

• With the support and understanding of her family, Bethany entered her first surfing competition, the Rell Sunn Menehune event on Oahu, Hawaii, in 1998 at the age of eight.

• Over the next year, she continued competing, rising in the amateur ranks and establishing a name for herself in the surfing world.

• In an amazing display of bravery and fortitude, Bethany managed to remain calm while she paddled over a quarter of a mile to shore.

• Her continuance to display composure and a positive attitude as she underwent multiple surgeries to repair what was left of her arm revealed the depths of her bravery and resilience.

• After an adjustment period and a few modifications to her board and technique, she came out stronger than she was before, finally turning the page in her storybook by claiming the title of "professional" in 2007 at the age of seventeen, four years after the horrific attack.

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Read the excerpt from an article about Joni Eareckson Tada.

"According to her autobiography, during her two years of rehabilitation, she experienced anger, depression, and doubt. However, she eventually learned to paint and write with her teeth and began selling her work despite being paralyzed from the shoulders down. Today, she is a strong advocate for people with disabilities."

How are the outcomes of the excerpt and the passage similar and different?

• While both women share their talents with others, Joni chooses to sell her art work, and Bethany works with charities that support amputees.

• While both women continued to surf, Joni earned a living selling her art work, and Bethany launched a charity for disadvantage youth.

• While both women overcame their disabilities, Joni learned to depend more upon others, and Bethany starred in a major motion picture.

• While both women became the topic of major motion pictures, Joni got married, but Bethany remained single.

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If a speaker were to give a motivational speech to a group of youth, which pieces of information from the passage should be included?

• In some way, Bethany's entire family is involved in water sports.

• After an adjustment time, Bethany came out stronger than she was before the incident.

• She was able to claim the title of "professional" at the age of seventeen, four years after the shark attack.

• The shark attack was unexpected and shocking.

• Bethany's mother provided tutoring since her schedule did not permit her to attend regular school.

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