ACCESS Reading Practice 1

Character Development

Question 1

• He trash talks the other player.

• He gives a polite compliment.

• He makes excuses for his team.

• He plays fair and doesn't cheat.

Character Development

Question 2

• A player shows off after scoring.

• A player cheers for his or her team.

• A player has good manners on the field.

• A player on the losing team congratulates the winning team.

Character Development

Question 3

• Coaches who teach good sportsmanship get paid more.

• Players who us good sportsmanship are always on the winning team.

• Learning to use good sportsmanship is harder than learning to play a sport.

• Using good sportsmanship makes playing a game more fun for everyone.

In My Opinion

Question 1

• Lions stick together when they hunt.

• We can be like Richard the Lionheart!

• I think that we should choose a lion as our mascot.

• Everyone knows the the lion is the king of animals and is strong and fierce.

In My Opinion

Question 2

• Eagle

• National

• Photograph

• Courageous

In My Opinion

Question 3

• All the other scientists think we should use the dolphin.

• If you think he has a valid point, consider voting for the dolphin.

• My friends are voting for the dolphin, so you should be my friend, too.

• The really smart students will vote for the dolphin, so how smart are you?

Giants of Congress

Question 1

• He was a layer.

• He served as vice president.

• He was a New Hampshire Senator.

• He served as Secretary of War.

Giants of Congress

Question 2

• House of Representatives

• Senate

• Secretary of State

• Secretary of War

Giants of Congress

Question 3

• All of the men opposed slavery.

• All of the men were dedicated to their country.

• Webster worked harder than Clay and Calhoun.

• Clay and Calhounm were always on opposite sides.

What is the key to success on the ACCESS Reading Test?

• Find the evidence for your answers.

• Read EVERYTHING carefully, including charts, titles, subtitles, captions, and look at the pictures for help.

• Read and check all answer choices before selecting your answer.

• All of these answers are correct!