Rogue Wave –Paragraphs 1-25

In paragraph 1, the word “desolate” most likely means —

• crowded and busy

• lonely and empty

• bright and cheerful

• hidden and secret

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Why does the author describe the rogue wave’s journey from Australia to Baja California?

• To emphasize the danger and unpredictability of the ocean

• To show how sailors can predict exactly when waves will occur

• To prove that rogue waves only happen near North America

• To suggest that Scoot and Sully knew the wave was coming

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

The phrase “like a carpenter’s chip” in paragraph 13 is an example of —

• metaphor

• simile

• personification

• hyperbole

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CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

Which detail best shows that Scoot was becoming a skilled sailor?

• She sliced leftover steak in the galley.

• She had stood four-hour night watches.

• She admired the barbecue pit on the Sea Dog.

• She listened to Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which type of conflict is most clearly shown when the Sea Dog flips over?

• A. Character vs. society

• B. Character vs. character

• C. Character vs. nature

• D. Character vs. self

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which theme is best supported in paragraph 1- 25 of the text "Rogue Wave"?

• Nature’s power can be unpredictable and overwhelming.

• Family relationships are always free from conflict.

• Good luck is the most important factor in survival.

• Technology makes humans stronger than nature.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

The passage shifts focus between Scoot and Sully mainly to —

• highlight the differences in their personalities

• show the challenges each faces during the crisis

• compare sailing skills between them

• explain how rogue waves are formed

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

From Sully’s actions after the wave hits, the reader can infer that he —

• is inexperienced and unprepared for the sea

• cares deeply about his sister’s survival

• blames the ocean for causing the accident

• is ready to abandon the boat

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

In paragraph 3, the word “hydrography” contains the root “hydro.” What does this root mean?

• wind

• water

• earth

• storm

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Why couldn’t Sully open the cabin doors?

• They were locked from the inside.

• He had no tools to break them.

• Water pressure held them shut.

• The mast blocked the entry.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2