Using Text Evidence

Which sentence from the selection supports the idea that elephant herds try to guard themselves from danger?

• But an elephant's huge larynx produces very low sounds.

• Some gestures- a twitch of an ear, a wag of the head - are so small that most people wouldn't even notice them.

• They think it may help the elephants focus all their attention on the sounds and smells around them.

• If you ever wonder what an elephant is pay attention to, don't watch its eyes.

Which line from the play suggests that Scott disagrees with Amy's opinion of Bella?

• SCOTT: Remember what I told you?

• SCOTT: From what I can see, "shun" words aren't easy for you.

• SCOTT: Besides, you're really good at lots of other stuff.

• SCOTT: You should just keep on rapping.

Which sentence from the article best supports the conclusion that Cassidy's product was profitable?

• She noticed that all of her crayons were broken.

• Cassidy knew that her invention would make many young artists happy.

• Eventually so many crayon holders were sold that Cassidy was able to pay for most of her college education out of her earnings.

• Cassidy's invention encourages others to waste less.

Which sentence from the article supports the idea that the author likes Cassidy's creation?

• And she had an idea.

• The ends of the tubes fit tightly around the crayons.

• It could also hold a small broken one.

• Cassidy's invention is a brillant idea.

Which sentence from the story suggests that Phineas is embarrassed to ask for help?

• Next, I needed a plan.

• I'm not allowed to use the stove.

• I felt my face turn red.

• I couldn't get the lid off the jar.

Which sentence supports the idea that early frozen desserts required great effort to make?

• The Roman emperor Nero sent his fastest runners into the mountains to gather snow.

• The Chinese and Roman treats were unlike today's ice cream.

• These desserts were made with small pieces of frozen ice and were similar to snow cones.

• When people came from Europe to America in the 1700s, they brought their recipes for ice cream with them.

Which sentence shows how the brothers feel when their father explains what they saw in the hallway?

• The brothers tried to get through the doorway at the same time and ended up in a tangled heap on the floor.

• Nathan and Alex started talking at the same time.

• It was bad enough to have an older brother who sometimes made fun of him.

• Nathan's mouth formed a grin, and then Alex started to laugh.

Which sentence from the story shows that Marvin does not want to create more problems for his mother

• "I can wear my old shoes," Marvin offered.

• "It's not regular television," Marvin tried to explain.

• Marvin didn't know what to do.

• He slowly started up the stairs.

Which line from the play supports the idea that Marcus has changed the way he feels about having a female player on the team?

• MARCUS: I guess we can try it, but this kid had better be good.

• MARCUS: Fine! Let's play.

• MARCUS: I can't believe Sam won.

• MARCUS: Hey, Carter, does she have a sister in town?

Which sentence from the article indicates that the author believes in the potential of Cassidy's invention?

• She noticed that all of her crayons were broken.

• Cassidy's invention is a brilliant idea.

• Cassidy's invention encourages others to waste less.

• Eventually so many crayon holders were sold that Cassidy was able to pay for most of her college education out of her earnings.