3/28 EOG Test Prep 1

Passage 1:

1. Which of the following options best summarizes the passage?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Answer explanation

A and B are too specific (they miss the big picture). C may be true, but it doesn’t summarize the passage.

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

Passage 1:

2. Which of the following options best explains the purpose of the footnote in this passage?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

Passage 1:

3. Which of the following quotes from the passage does NOT support the idea that the history of Oak Island is uncertain?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

Passage 1:

4. Which of the following options best describes Daniel McGinnis as he is portrayed in this passage?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Answer explanation

Daniel McGinnis was hopeful that he might find treasure. This is supported by the fact that he gathered a team to dig.

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.8.7

Passage 2:

1. Which of the following best conveys the author’s opinion on the possibility that treasure is buried on Oak Island?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Answer explanation

The author concedes that it’s not impossible that treasure is hidden on the island but is clearly skeptical that it is.

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

Passage 2:

2. In which of the following ways does passage 2 contrast with passage 1?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Answer explanation

Passage 1 leaves more room for readers to believe the legend of the treasure, whereas the author in passage 2 is very clear on their opinion, even referring to themselves as a “skeptic.”

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

Passage 2:

3. What is the definition of “depression” as it is used in the context of the final paragraph?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Answer explanation

All the options are definitions of “depression.” However, in this context, only option B works. It’s the only word that makes sense “in the ground.”

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Passage 2:

4. How does the author generally organize this passage?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Answer explanation

The author lays out their argument methodically, first offering reasons (premises), then backing up these reasons with evidence and explanation.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

What is the definition of analyze?

• to examine something in detail in order to understand it

• to make something clear by using description, relevant facts, or ideas.

• to make something more clear or visible.

• to note similarities and dissimilarities between things.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What is the definition of explain?

• to examine something in detail in order to understand it

• to make something clear by using description, relevant facts, or ideas.

• to make something more clear or visible.

• to note similarities and dissimilarities between things.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2