ELA - EOG Test Prep: Question Stems

How does the description of the playful cat support that the cat was happy?  Define support.

• to combine what you know with what you read

• to choose a piece from the text

• to decide something based on what you read

• to back up your answer with proof or evidence

Answer explanation

The description of the playful cat provides evidence of its happiness, such as its energetic behavior and playful actions. This supports the idea that the cat was happy by backing it up with observable proof.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

The imagery in these lines contributes to a sense of---

• Mood

• Literary Device

• Theme

• Main Idea

Answer explanation

The imagery in these lines serves as a literary device, enhancing the text's meaning and emotional impact. It illustrates how specific descriptions can evoke feelings and contribute to the overall artistic expression.

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is this selection mostly about? - What is this question asking you to determine?

• A Summary

• Vocabulary

• The Central Idea

• The Tone

Answer explanation

The question asks you to identify the main focus of the selection. 'The Central Idea' refers to the primary message or theme, making it the correct choice, as it encapsulates what the text is primarily about.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Most similar to means.......

• same as

• different as

• opposite to

• similar to

Answer explanation

'Most similar to' means having a likeness or being alike, which aligns with 'same as'. The other options, 'different as' and 'opposite to', indicate dissimilarity, while 'similar to' is less precise than 'same as'.

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

In literary analysis, what does the term "theme" refer to?

• The setting of the story

• The main characters

• The underlying message or insight

• The sequence of events

Answer explanation

In literary analysis, the term "theme" refers to the underlying message or insight of a work. It encapsulates the central ideas and moral lessons, distinguishing it from elements like setting, characters, or plot.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What is the primary message of this story?

• Summary

• Organization

• Author's Purpose

• Theme

Answer explanation

The primary message of the story is its theme, which conveys the underlying ideas or moral lessons. This distinguishes it from summary, organization, or author's purpose, focusing specifically on the central message.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What do you need to do after attaching the clutch plate to the spindle? --- What is this question asking you to determine?

• Sequence of events in the plot

• Fact or Opinion

• Author's Purpose

• Tone

Answer explanation

The question asks for the next step after attaching the clutch plate, indicating a need to understand the sequence of events in the process. Thus, the correct choice is 'Sequence of events in the plot'.

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Evaluate the following argument's effectiveness in persuading an audience that exercise is beneficial: "Studies show that regular exercise can reduce the risk of chronic illnesses such as heart disease and diabetes."

• Highly effective, as it uses credible evidence.

• Moderately effective, but lacks emotional appeal.

• Ineffective, as it does not provide specific examples.

• Very ineffective, as it uses unreliable sources.

Answer explanation

The argument is highly effective because it cites studies, which are credible evidence, supporting the claim that exercise reduces the risk of chronic illnesses. This factual basis strengthens its persuasive power.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Which literary device is primarily used in the phrase "the whispering wind"?

• Metaphor

• Alliteration

• Onomatopoeia

• Personification

Answer explanation

The phrase "the whispering wind" uses personification, as it attributes the human action of whispering to the wind, giving it life-like qualities. This device enhances imagery and emotional connection in literature.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What description best recounts the poem?  What does the the word recounts mean as used here?

• to add details

• to choose the best one

• to tell in detail or to give the facts

• to tell a story

Answer explanation

The word 'recounts' means to tell in detail or to give the facts. Therefore, the best description of the poem is 'to tell in detail or to give the facts', as it captures the essence of recounting events or information.

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10