Module 8 Review

Read the passage and answer the question that follows (click on the passage to make it larger).

For which group did the author most likely write the article?

• Scientists that are studying geology.

• Environmental Scientists

• To describe the Grand Canyon National Park to tourists who are planning a vacation.

• Local residents of Arizona

Read the passage and answer the question that follows (click on the passage to make it larger).

Which sentence from paragraph 5 is the author's claim?

• Kids will love searching for fossils in the park, such as ancient fish and plant remains.

• Look closely to spot unique fossils, but remember not to touch them, as they can break easily.

• "Fossils are what is left of plants or animals from long ago."

• That’s because millions of years ago, the area was covered by water and home to various creatures.

Read the passage and answer the question that follows (click on the passage to make it larger).

Which detail supports the central idea that there are fun activities for people of all ages at Grand Canyon National Park?

• "The South Rim is the most accessible area for visitors."

• "There are great spots for picnics and stargazing under the clear night sky."

• "The park’s trails wind through stunning landscapes where wildlife like elk and hawks thrive."

• "Visitors can rent bicycles to explore the scenic paths."

Read the passage and answer the question that follows (click on the passage to make it larger).

How could adding this chart to the Grand Canyon article help contribute to the meaning of it?

• It lists important dates.

• It gives the reader more information about the Grand Canyon.

• It compares other places to it.

• It tells the reader how to get there.

Read the passage and answer the question that follows (click on the passage to make it larger).

Which choice describes the text structure used in the "Early Life" section of the article?

• The "Early Life" uses questions and answer to ask questions about Anderson's life.

• The "Early Life" section uses problem and solution to share a problem with windshield wipers.

• The "Early Life" section shows the cause and effect relationship of how life was in the 1900s and the effect it had on others.

• The "Early Life" section uses descriptions to describe Anderson's life in the order it happened.

Read the passage and answer the question that follows (click on the passage to make it larger).

Which sentence best supports the central idea of the biography that Anderson was an important inventor?

• Mary's creativity helped change how we drive today! (paragraph 5)

• Mary thought about how to clean car windows better. (paragraph 3)

• She showed her invention to car makers, but they didn't think it was useful at first. (paragraph 4)

• Mary Anderson was born in Alabama in 1866. (paragraph 2)

Read the passage and answer the question that follows (click on the passage to make it larger).

During the time in which Anderson lived her success was unusual. What was the cause of her unusual success? 

• Anderson's success was unusual because windows were already clean.

• Anderson's success was unusual because it was hard to get the right to make and sell inventions.

• Anderson's success was unusual during the time in which she lived because women were not given as much respect as men.

• Anderson's success was unusual because women didn't drive.

Read the passage and answer the question that follows (click on the passage to make it larger).

Read this sentence from paragraph 5: Her technology was a hit! Mary Anderson's windshield wiper is now a common part of cars.

Think about the suffix -logy. What is the meaning of technology?

• an explanation of how to do something

• an object that is used by many people

• the use of drawings to show how to make something

• the use of science to invent useful things

Read this sentence:

Missy decided to design a tool that could help her do her homework faster.

Now read the dictionary entry.

design (di-'zïn) verb 1. to draw 2. to plan and make 3. to show how something should be built 4. to create a model

Which definition best matches the way design is used in the sentence?

• definition 1

• definition 2

• definition 3

• definition 4

Read this sentence:

The main mountain trail is the only trail open to the public, but don't be upset! There are lots of other fun things for people of all ages to do.

Now read the dictionary entry.

public ('pə-blik) noun 1. the citizens of a state 2. a place where the community gathers 3. the crowd at a show 4. everybody

Which definition best matches the way public is used in the sentences?

• definition 1

• definition 2

• definition 3

• definition 4