Evaluating Key Ideas and Arguments

Read the following passage and evaluate the details to determine the key idea: "The sun is a massive star that provides light and heat to our planet. It is essential for life on Earth, as it helps plants grow and provides energy for various processes."

• The sun is a small star.

• The sun is essential for life on Earth.

• The sun is not important for plants.

• The sun is a planet.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Read the statement. "The devastation in this story reminds me of the devastation in Florida and Louisiana during hurricane season.". What type of connection is the reader making?

• Text-to-Self

• Text-to-Text

• Text-to-Technology

• Text-to-Society/World

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

CCSS.RF.1.3D

CCSS.RI.1.3

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.3.8

Identify the claim in the following statement: "One way you can reduce the risk of disease, improve blood sugar, and promote weight loss is by eating vegetables every day. Eating vegetables every day can improve your health."

• Vegetables can reduce the risk of disease.

• Eating vegetables can improve blood sugar.

• Eating vegetables every day can improve your health.

• Vegetables can promote weight loss.

Explain how the author uses facts to support the argument: "Regular exercise can reduce the risk of chronic diseases, as studies show a 30% reduction in heart disease among those who exercise regularly."

• The author uses opinions to support the argument.

• The author uses irrelevant information.

• The author uses studies showing a 30% reduction in heart disease.

• The author does not use any facts.

Identify who might be the author's intended audience for the following text: "One way you can reduce the risk of disease, improve blood sugar, and promote weight loss is by eating vegetables every day. Eating vegetables every day can improve your health."

• Children

• Parents

• People who are concerned about their health

• Teenagers

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

Evaluate the details in the following passage to determine the key idea: "Water is crucial for all living organisms. It makes up about 60% of the human body and is necessary for various bodily functions."

• Water is important for humans.

• Water is crucial for all living organisms.

• Water is only important for plants.

• Water is needed for bodily functions.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

After reading a passage, a student shares the following with the class: "The idea of teamwork being essential for success reminds me of why it's important to be prepared when working in groups." This statement represents a ________ connection.

• Text-to-society

• Text-to-text

• Text-to-self

• Text-to-technology

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

CCSS.RF.1.3D

CCSS.RI.1.3

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.3.8

"Recycling can significantly reduce pollution and conserve natural resources. One reason is that air and water quality are improved by reducing harmful pollutants from being released into the atmosphere. Recycling can also reduce landfill waste, protect ecosystems and wildlife, and create jobs."

How many reasons does the writer list to support the claim?

• 1

• 4

• 3

• 2

Explain how the author uses facts to support the argument: "Solar energy is a sustainable resource, as it is renewable and reduces carbon emissions by 80% compared to fossil fuels."

• The author uses opinions to support the argument.

• The author uses facts about renewability and carbon emission reduction.

• The author does not use any facts.

• The author uses irrelevant information.

Identify the intended audience for the following text: "This manual is intended for software developers looking to improve their coding skills."

• Artists

• Software developers

• Chefs

• Musicians

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6