socialnormdataset/social · Datasets at Hugging Face

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language arts	grade-5	use-the-correct-pair-of-correlative-conjunctions	Complete the sentence with the correct correlative conjunctions. Lila's favorite sport is ___ tennis ___ basketball.	[ "whether . . . or", "either . . . or" ]	1
language arts	grade-8	determine-the-meanings-of-words-with-greek-and-latin-roots	What does the word anachronism mean?	[ "some harmful behavior or byproduct that is legally prohibited", "something that is unrelated to the subject matter of a discussion", "something that appears in the incorrect historical period", "something that is so surprising as to be difficult to believe" ]	2
language arts	grade-10	identify-sentence-fragments	Is there a sentence fragment? Polly created her own stylish leather identification tags for her pets. Because she couldn't find tags that she liked.	[ "yes", "no" ]	0
language arts	kindergarten	choose-the-lowercase-letter-that-matches-a-b-d-e-g-h-n-q-r	Pick the lowercase letter that matches. E	[ "s", "u", "e" ]	2
language arts	grade-10	use-dictionary-entries-to-determine-correct-usage	Look at this dictionary entry. dictionary word: wont dictionary pos: adjective dictionary inflections: dictionary entry: 1 in the habit of; accustomed Steve wrote about the day's experiences in his journal, as he was wont to do. dictionary etymology: from Middle English (wonen) Which sentence uses the word wont correctly?	[ "Anne was wont to spend her Sunday mornings eating croissants and doing crossword puzzles.", "Scottish group Simple Minds was wont to record the song \"Don't You (Forget About Me)\" because someone else wrote it." ]	0
language arts	grade-5	revise-the-sentence-using-a-stronger-verb	Read the sentence. Hunter and Scarlett laughed when Caden dropped his notes during his speech. Now, revise the sentence to show that Hunter and Scarlett laughed quietly and unkindly. Hunter and Scarlett ___ when Caden dropped his notes during his speech.	[ "whooped", "cackled", "snickered" ]	2
language arts	grade-8	determine-the-themes-of-short-stories	Select the quotation from the story that most strongly suggests that the theme is Don't hurry important choices.	[ "\"Every leap would be higher in her brand-new shoes.\"", "\"She opened the box and tried sliding her feet into the shoes she'd rushed to purchase, and her heart sank.\"" ]	1
language arts	grade-9	choose-the-topic-sentence-that-best-captures-the-main-idea	Review the details below. Cell phones can be used to cheat on tests by sending answers to friends or by accessing the Internet. If cell phones aren't properly silenced, they can interrupt classroom activities. Texting during class is like passing notes and is a waste of time. Choose the best topic sentence to introduce a paragraph containing these details.	[ "Cell phones in the classroom can have a negative impact on student learning.", "There are many legitimate arguments for allowing students to have cell phones in class, even if they are disruptive.", "Cell phones have become a near constant presence at school and at home." ]	0
language arts	grade-12	classify-the-figure-of-speech-review	Which figure of speech is used in this text? Deion's leaving his job? That's old news. He's been planning that for months.	[ "anaphora", "oxymoron" ]	1
language arts	grade-8	is-the-pronoun-reflexive-or-intensive	Is the pronoun in bold reflexive or intensive? You always seem to dedicate yourself to such interesting and worthy causes.	[ "intensive", "reflexive" ]	1
language arts	grade-7	choose-between-adjectives-and-adverbs	Choose the word that best describes or modifies the verb in bold. Mr. and Mrs. Davidson ___ purchased a cottage on Lake Michigan.	[ "recently", "recent" ]	0
social studies	grade-5	the-civil-war-the-first-battle-of-bull-run-to-gettysburg	In June 1861, the Union army marched south from Washington, D.C., into Virginia. Its goal was to seize Manassas Junction, an important railroad center. The following passage is the memory of Walt Whitman, who was living in Washington, D.C., at the time. Use it to answer the question below. The defeated troops [started] pouring into Washington over the Long Bridge at daylight on Monday, 22nd July . . . all the men with this coating of sweat and rain, now recoiling back, pouring over the Long Bridge — a horrible march of twenty miles, returning to Washington baffled, humiliated, panic-struck. From Whitman's account, what probably happened at the battle?	[ "The Union army won the battle and took Manassas Junction.", "The Union army was defeated and forced to retreat.", "The Union army fought the Confederate army to a tie.", "The Confederate army had burned down the Long Bridge." ]	1
language arts	grade-10	use-the-correct-pair-of-correlative-conjunctions	Complete the sentence with the better correlative conjunctions. According to the museum curator, the one-day reception for the opening of the exhibit will take place on ___ Tuesday ___ Wednesday.	[ "both . . . and", "either . . . or" ]	1
social studies	grade-4	world-war-i-the-road-to-peace	Complete the text. In January 1919, the Allies started a peace conference, or meeting. The conference lasted for almost a whole year. The conference was held near the city of ___.	[ "Berlin, Germany", "Paris, France", "Moscow, Russia", "Venice, Italy" ]	1
language arts	grade-3	show-character-emotions-and-traits	You are writing a story about Hugo, who is asked for help. Choose the best description to show that Hugo is bothered.	[ "Hugo rolled his eyes and pretended he didn't hear his uncle.", "Hugo smiled at his uncle. \"You got it!\" he said." ]	0
social studies	grade-8	the-judicial-branch	Read the two passages. Then follow the instructions. The judicial power of the United States, shall be vested in one supreme court, and in such inferior courts as the Congress may from time to time ordain and establish. –Article III, Section 1 of the U.S. Constitution judicial power:the power to interpret and apply law inferior:lower ordain and establish:create [It is the] duty of the judicial department to say what the law is. Those [judges] who apply the rule to particular cases, must of necessity expound and interpret that rule. If two laws conflict with each other, the courts must decide on the operation of each. –Chief Justice John Marshall (1803) department:branch expound:explain on the operation of each:how each law should be applied Complete the text. According to the Constitution, the judicial branch ___. Chief Justice John Marshall also adds that the judicial branch must decide what to do if ___.	[ "creates new courts . . . a law is not being followed", "interprets the law . . . two laws disagree", "enforces the law . . . there are no laws" ]	1
language arts	grade-7	is-the-sentence-declarative-interrogative-imperative-or-exclamatory	What kind of sentence is this? Do you know Antonio from soccer camp, or do you have another connection with him?	[ "interrogative", "imperative", "declarative" ]	0
language arts	grade-3	make-predictions-about-a-story	Read this passage from a story. Allie opened the door to the backyard to let her dog Lucky in. Lucky had been out all day. Allie looked around the whole yard, but she didn't see him. She listened for the jingle that Lucky's collar made when he moved. But the yard was still. Allie stepped outside and closed the door behind her. "Lucky!" she called. Allie noticed that the gate was open. "Uh-oh," she thought. Based on the passage, which is more likely to happen next?	[ "Allie looks for Lucky outside the gate.", "Allie finds Lucky in the yard." ]	0
language arts	grade-3	determine-the-meaning-of-a-word-with-a-suffix-review	What does weightless mean?	[ "without weight", "full of weight" ]	0
language arts	grade-3	choose-between-subject-and-object-personal-pronouns	Select the correct pronoun to complete the sentence. Why does Tommy shout at ___?	[ "us", "we" ]	0
language arts	grade-6	classify-figures-of-speech	Which figure of speech is used in this text? You've reached Mark Dotson's voice mail. Please leave a detailed message at the beep, and I will return your call at my earliest convenience.	[ "onomatopoeia", "verbal irony" ]	0
language arts	grade-1	use-actions-and-dialogue-to-understand-characters	Read the sentences. Cole's kitten got stuck in a tree. Cole didn't like high places. But he carefully climbed a ladder to save his kitten. What is Cole probably like?	[ "loud", "brave" ]	1
language arts	grade-11	is-it-a-phrase-or-a-clause	Is the group of words in bold a phrase or a clause? The elevated flower beds that display Darren's prize roses are quite striking.	[ "phrase", "clause" ]	0
language arts	grade-12	are-the-modifiers-used-correctly	Which sentence is correct?	[ "Disoriented by the dizzying flurry of snow, Elise's thick wool coat cushioned her inevitable fall.", "Elise's thick wool coat served as a cushion when, disoriented by the dizzying flurry of snow, she inevitably fell." ]	1
language arts	grade-11	determine-the-meanings-of-greek-and-latin-roots	Look at the roots below. Which one means "sound"?	[ "port", "tele", "phon", "dict" ]	2
language arts	grade-9	words-with-mis	What might a misinformed shopper do?	[ "buy a product on sale", "buy an inferior product" ]	1
social studies	grade-5	world-war-i-the-road-to-peace	Complete the text. During the Paris Peace conference, one group of men was known as ___. They represented the most powerful countries at the conference.	[ "the Three Emperors' League", "the Axis Leaders", "the Big Four", "the enlightened despots" ]	2
language arts	grade-6	vocabulary-review-trace-an-argument	Look at the word advent as used in the passage "Drawing Conclusions." With the advent of cameras, photocopiers, and similar technology, drawing as a skill began to receive less attention. However, one modern college professor has found that incorporating illustration into her biology class has enormous benefits for students. What does advent mean?	[ "decrease in popularity", "introduction or arrival", "negative results" ]	1
social studies	grade-5	the-american-revolution-preparing-for-war	In 1773, a British politician said that Great Britain controlled a "vast empire, on which the sun never sets." What did he mean by "the sun never sets" on the British Empire?	[ "He used the setting sun as a symbol for endings. He believed the British Empire would last forever.", "Great Britain controlled land all around the world. So, the sun was always up in some part of the empire.", "The British flag uses an image of the sun. So, the sun is always up as long as the flag is waving.", "He was celebrating the invention of the lightbulb. The nights were no longer dark in Great Britain." ]	1
language arts	grade-3	use-action-verbs	Complete the sentence with the action verb. Ms. Mueller ___ the problems I got wrong on my homework.	[ "math", "corrected" ]	1
language arts	grade-9	choose-the-analysis-that-logically-connects-the-evidence-to-the-claim	Read the claim and the supporting evidence. Claim: Large events, such as weddings, should include a range of food options for guests. Evidence: Guests may have allergies or follow a particular diet, such as vegetarianism. Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.	[ "It's important to respect the dietary restrictions of one's guests.", "Guests whose needs are ignored may feel disappointed or even resentful." ]	0
language arts	grade-9	identify-vague-pronoun-references	Which of the following contains a vague pronoun reference?	[ "Olivia often talked with Sophia about her community garden project. It was proceeding well but required a great deal of work.", "Olivia's community garden project was proceeding well but required a great deal of work. She often talked with Sophia about it." ]	0
language arts	grade-8	choose-evidence-to-support-a-claim	Read the claim below. Schools should focus on teaching practical math skills instead of abstract concepts. Select the piece of evidence that best supports this claim.	[ "The branch of math known as algebra uses letters to stand for unknown values.", "Research suggests that many adults lack real-world math skills, such as the ability to read an odometer." ]	1
language arts	grade-11	use-appeals-to-ethos-pathos-and-logos-in-persuasive-writing	Which statement primarily appeals to pathos, or emotion, to support the position that an overemphasis on community fosters dependence and reduces individual freedom?	[ "While some may believe that having the support of a strong community is important for individual growth, I maintain that too much support can be harmful and may hinder an individual's decision-making ability.", "Some of the worst atrocities of the twentieth century were brought about by societies that demanded collectivist thinking and action." ]	1
language arts	grade-11	is-it-a-phrase-or-a-clause	Is the group of words in bold a phrase or a clause? Although Alice agreed to babysit her cousin on Saturday afternoon, she accepted a friend's invitation to the grand opening of the new amusement park the same day.	[ "phrase", "clause" ]	0
language arts	grade-9	avoid-double-illogical-and-unclear-comparisons	Which text best completes the sentence? He is ___.	[ "more afraid of snakes than anyone else in his class is", "more afraid of snakes than his sister", "more afraid of snakes than any animal" ]	0
language arts	grade-11	determine-the-meanings-of-words-with-greek-and-latin-roots	What does the word benign mean?	[ "new or unrecognized", "widely acknowledged", "harmless", "anonymous" ]	2
social studies	kindergarten	days-of-the-week	What day comes right after Sunday?	[ "Thursday", "Tuesday", "Monday" ]	2
social studies	grade-5	understand-overall-supply-and-demand	Last year, 50,000 people lived in the city of Ashland. But since then, 8,000 people have moved away. What probably happened to the overall supply of houses for sale in Ashland?	[ "The supply probably went up.", "The supply probably went down." ]	0
social studies	grade-5	the-bill-of-rights	Complete the sentence. ___The Eighth Amendment prevents the government from using any "cruel and unusual	[ "punishments", "technologies", "taxes" ]	0
language arts	grade-3	determine-the-themes-of-myths-fables-and-folktales	Read the following fable by Aesop. One day an ant was out walking and became very thirsty. She saw a stream and decided to take a sip from it. But when she bent over, she slipped and fell into the water. Luckily, a dove flying overhead spotted the ant. The bird took a leaf in its beak and dropped the leaf into the water for the ant. The ant climbed onto the leaf and floated safely to the edge of the stream. "Thank you, dear dove," said the ant. "You saved my life." Just then, the two animals saw a hunter nearby. The hunter was holding a net high in the air. Seeing that the hunter was about to capture the dove, the ant acted quickly. She bit the hunter hard on his leg. "Ow!" he cried, and he dropped the net on the ground. The dove flew away, and the ant walked away smiling. What is the main theme or lesson of the fable?	[ "Those who are kind to others will be treated kindly in return.", "The ant felt good about helping the dove." ]	0
language arts	grade-9	transitions-with-conjunctive-adverbs	Complete the text with the better conjunctive adverb. Lee is in peak physical condition. ___, he should encounter little trouble while training for the New York City Marathon in November.	[ "On the other hand", "Thus" ]	1
language arts	grade-3	determine-the-meanings-of-similes	What is the meaning of the simile? Fred's new toy boat sank like a stone in the pond.	[ "The toy boat sank really quickly.", "The toy boat sank because it was made of stone." ]	0
social studies	grade-5	the-statue-of-liberty	The leaders of the Statue of Liberty project wanted the statue to be finished in 1876. Why was 1876 an important year to them?	[ "It was the year that Hawaii became the 50th state.", "It was the 100th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.", "It was the first year that women were allowed to vote.", "New York City hosted the World's Fair that year." ]	1
language arts	kindergarten	read-questions-with-short-vowel-words	Answer the question. Can the sun run?	[ "yes", "no" ]	1
social studies	grade-5	the-war-of-1812-events-and-effects	Which president signed the declaration of war on Great Britain in 1812?	[ "Thomas Jefferson", "James Madison", "James Polk", "Andrew Jackson" ]	1
language arts	grade-9	choose-the-best-evidence-to-support-a-claim	Consider this claim: Wikis, or websites that allow users to generate and alter content, are not reliable sources for academic research. Which is the strongest evidence to support the claim?	[ "Tyler Marshall, a political science professor, forbids his students from citing wikis as sources in any of their research papers.", "Many wikis were first launched in the twenty-first century, while encyclopedias have been used as reference sources since the eighteenth century.", "Many wikis allow anyone, not just subject-matter experts, to post information on their sites." ]	2
language arts	grade-8	is-it-a-complete-sentence-or-a-fragment	Which is a sentence fragment?	[ "Hobbled across the court, leaning on the coach for support.", "Trent and Janet both handle themselves well under pressure." ]	0
language arts	kindergarten	which-word-does-not-rhyme	Which word does not rhyme?	[ "much", "fuzz", "buzz" ]	0
social studies	grade-8	antebellum-reform-movements	Many people turned to religion to help deal with problems they saw in society. Throughout U.S. history, the majority of Americans have been Christians. But religious enthusiasm was especially high during a period called the Second Great Awakening, from about the 1790s to the 1840s. During this period, ministers traveled the country preaching new religious ideas. Some of the religious ideas of the Second Great Awakening were expressed in hymns, or religious songs. The passage below comes from "Amazing Grace," a hymn that was popular at the time. Read the first few lines from the hymn. Then answer the question below. Amazing grace! How sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me! I once was lost, but now am found, Was blind, but now I see. grace:forgiveness freely given by God wretch:a bad, unhappy person Which of these statements best summarizes the main idea of these lines?	[ "Children grow up to be just like their parents.", "If disrespected or ignored, God will seek revenge.", "People can never truly change. Once a bad person, always a bad person.", "Even if people have bad lives, God can help them become better." ]	3
social studies	grade-5	costs-and-benefits	Stefan is deciding whether to make clam chowder or beef barley soup for dinner. He wants dinner to be as tasty as possible. But he is also hungry and wants to eat soon. Suppose Stefan decides to make clam chowder. Which result would be a cost?	[ "The clam chowder will be tastier than the beef barley soup would have been.", "Stefan will spend more time making the clam chowder than he would have spent making the beef barley soup." ]	1
language arts	grade-5	use-the-correct-pair-of-correlative-conjunctions	Complete the sentence with the correct correlative conjunctions. With this weather, Ken's flight will ___ be delayed ___ be canceled.	[ "either . . . or", "whether . . . or" ]	0
language arts	grade-5	create-compound-sentences	Form a compound sentence. ___ Pete bought tickets for the symphony.	[ "At the new theater downtown,", "Alexandra likes rock music, but" ]	1
language arts	grade-3	determine-the-meanings-of-greek-and-latin-roots	The word tripod contains the root tri. What does the root tri mean?	[ "many", "three", "two" ]	1
language arts	grade-9	interpret-the-meaning-of-an-allusion-from-its-source	Read the source of the allusion. In the Bible, Solomon, a king of Israel, is an extremely wise person whom many regard as a prophet. What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?	[ "a person who is very kind", "a person who gives good advice" ]	1
language arts	grade-6	distinguish-facts-from-opinions	Which sentence states a fact?	[ "Junko Tabei was the first woman to summit the highest peak on each continent.", "Japanese mountain climber Junko Tabei was an incredible athlete." ]	0
social studies	grade-6	early-chinese-thought	A king needed the Mandate of Heaven in order to rule. People believed that a king had the support of heaven if his actions had positive results or when good events happened in the world around them. The poem below comes from a Zhou dynasty book called the Book of Songs. Read the poem. Then answer the question below. The drought has become so severe That it cannot be stopped. Glowing and burning, We have no place. The great mandate is about at an end. great mandate:Mandate of Heaven Why does this poem claim that the "great mandate is about at an end?"	[ "The ruler was not able to stop a natural disaster.", "The ruler had kicked people out of their homes.", "The weather was cold and people became sick.", "Flooding from the Yellow River destroyed several Zhou cities." ]	0
social studies	grade-2	neil-armstrong	Complete the sentence. Neil Armstrong landed on the moon in ___.	[ "1941", "1969", "1989", "2000" ]	1
language arts	grade-6	is-the-sentence-simple-compound-or-complex	Which is a simple sentence?	[ "In the early morning, I drank tea by a spice stall as the Turkish bazaar came to life.", "The audition for the part of Dracula will begin in just a few minutes." ]	1
language arts	grade-6	identify-counterclaims	Consider this claim: The "Tyrannosaurus rex" looks scarier than any other dinosaur from the Cretaceous Period. Now consider how someone might argue against this. Which sentence presents a counterclaim to the above claim?	[ "The short, stubby arms of the \"Tyrannosaurus rex\" make the dinosaur look comical compared to other dinosaurs.", "The \"Tyrannosaurus rex\" had razor-sharp teeth and stood up to thirteen feet tall." ]	0
language arts	grade-8	is-the-pronoun-reflexive-or-intensive	Is the pronoun in bold reflexive or intensive? Mr. Singleton introduced himself to us and welcomed us to the neighborhood.	[ "intensive", "reflexive" ]	1
language arts	grade-3	distinguish-characters-points-of-view	The following texts are both about a restaurant's new hamburger. This text is from an ad for the hamburger: The hamburger includes a quarter pound of juicy grass-fed beef. It's cooked in real Irish sweet cream butter, then topped with sharp cheddar cheese and garden-fresh tomato. It's served on a pillowy bun baked in-house that same day. On the side, you'll find hand-cut steak fries with the finest sea salt. This text is from the point of view of Kyle, who tried the new hamburger: I lifted up the top of the limp, soggy bun to get a better look at the mess under it. The cold orange cheese looked like rubber. The patty was gray and dripping with grease. The tomato was nowhere to be found. And the fries were so salty, I couldn't eat more than one. How is Kyle's point of view different from the ad writer's?	[ "Kyle makes the hamburger sound delicious.", "Kyle makes the hamburger sound awful to eat." ]	1
language arts	grade-12	choose-between-adjectives-and-adverbs	Choose the word that best completes the sentence. Gabby danced ___ at the competition, impressing both the judges and the audience with her creative flair.	[ "well", "graceful" ]	0
language arts	grade-10	choose-the-best-evidence-to-support-a-claim	Consider this claim: Tablets should not replace textbooks because overuse of tablets can cause health problems for students. Which is the strongest evidence to support the claim?	[ "\"Many of my students complain about headaches, which I believe are caused by too much time spent on their tablets,\" said eighth-grade science teacher Bruce Casey.", "Many educators have found that tablets in the classroom, which are usually equipped with a web browser and a variety of applications, can be a source of distraction.", "Some studies have found that usage of portable electronic devices is associated with increased rates of musculoskeletal disorders." ]	2
language arts	kindergarten	choose-the-uppercase-letter-that-matches-a-b-d-e-g-h-n-q-r	Pick the uppercase letter that matches. g	[ "B", "G", "M" ]	1
language arts	grade-11	choose-the-word-whose-connotation-and-denotation-best-match-the-sentence	Complete the sentence with the word that best fits the overall meaning and tone. As a theater critic, Kylie's enthusiasm for the upcoming off-Broadway play began to ___ when she learned the lead actor dropped out.	[ "ebb", "tranquilize" ]	0
language arts	grade-6	trace-an-argument	Read the text. title: Dawn to Dusk Sunrises and sunsets are some of nature's most awe-inspiring displays. Their brilliant hues and golden light have fascinated artists and sky watchers for centuries. For example, many famous paintings depict the shades of color seen in sunrises or sunsets. To enjoy these same colors, some people plan activities so that they can view the sun rising or setting. It is clear that each event is striking in its own way. But overall, sunrises are more beautiful than sunsets. Part of the reason a sunrise is more beautiful than a sunset is because our eyes perceive them as more attractive. If you wake up early to watch the sunrise, your eyes are still adjusted to seeing in the dark. Because your night vision is sharper than your daytime vision, your eyes can pick up each and every color of the sunrise. When viewing a sunset, meanwhile, your eyesight has been adjusted to daylight for many hours. Plus, your eyes may be tired from hours of active use throughout the day. So, your eyes are not able to easily see each color in a sunset as it appears. The quality of the air also makes sunrises more beautiful than sunsets. Pollutants, like smog and soot, cloud the air throughout the day. By the time the sun sets, there is often a filmy haze in the atmosphere. This haze mutes many colors in a sunset, giving us a less brilliant show. The atmosphere then cleans the haze away overnight, leaving the air as clean as possible for a colorful sunrise. Of course, all beauty is subjective. For example, the same pollutants that dull the colors of the sunset also scatter its colors widely across the sky. This gives the sky a less orderly look. Many people consider this display to be more beautiful than a neat, restrained sunrise. But this man-made light show is not a natural representation of the setting sun's color and beauty. A sunrise, on the other hand, is a pure display of nature's colors. Sunrises are not just more beautiful than sunsets. According to some studies, watching sunrises can also improve your mood. And you will better appreciate the natural beauty around you every day. So, take some time to stop and watch the colors of a sunrise as they unfold. You might even feel inspired to pick up a camera, paintbrush, or pen to express how the experience made you feel. What is the author's main claim or argument?	[ "Sunrises are more beautiful than sunsets.", "Sunsets make for better paintings than sunrises.", "Nature can inspire art in many important ways." ]	0
language arts	grade-6	use-the-correct-subject-or-verb	Complete the sentence with the best verb. Every year Uncle Jasper and Aunt Cindy ___ me to spend the summer in Alaska.	[ "encourages", "encourage" ]	1
language arts	grade-9	classify-figures-of-speech-review	Which figure of speech is used in this text? In the 1950s, there was great societal pressure on women to stay at home and raise children. Many women enjoyed doing so, but for others home was a prison they yearned to escape.	[ "metaphor", "personification" ]	0
language arts	grade-8	identify-vague-pronoun-references	Which of the following contains a vague pronoun reference?	[ "Kate and her sister posed for a photograph, but when the flash went off, she blinked.", "Kate and her sister posed for a photograph, but when the flash went off, Kate blinked." ]	0
language arts	grade-12	evaluate-counterclaims	Consider this claim: Most of today's "educational" children's television programs are too fast-paced, distracting, and fantastical to be considered truly educational. Now consider how someone might argue against this. Which sentence presents the stronger and more reasonable counterclaim to the above claim?	[ "Not everything has to be educational; why can't children just be able to watch cartoons for fun to help them unwind from their busy lives?", "Some experts argue that fast-paced programs teach children to multitask and work in an overstimulating environment—useful abilities in today's world." ]	1
language arts	grade-3	read-realistic-fiction-set-1	Read the story. title: On the Train Jeremy closed his book and stared out the window at the passing trees, houses, and farms. Jeremy had already been on the train for four long hours, and his phone had died a while before. Now that he had finished his book, he wasn't sure how he was going to pass the sixteen hours that remained. He glanced at the older man and woman who were sitting across from him. They were both reading thick books that looked dull. Earlier, when they had first sat down across from Jeremy, the woman had raised her eyebrows at the man and smiled. They probably thought that Jeremy was too young to be traveling without an adult. But Jeremy was thirteen years old and had taken the train alone before. It upset him when adults treated him like a little kid. Either way, Jeremy hoped that the man and woman wouldn't ask him any annoying questions. The man looked up from his book and smiled at Jeremy. "Hi, I'm Clyde. Have you finished your book already?" Jeremy stared at Clyde for a moment before smiling politely and nodding. "How long a ride do you have?" Clyde asked. "I'm going to Clearwater," said Jeremy. "And you?" "Ellen and I are headed to Tampa." The woman, Ellen, set her own book aside. "It's still a long way," she said. "Would you like to play a game of cards with us?" A card game would certainly help the time pass more quickly. "Sure, I'll play one game," Jeremy replied. But one game turned into two, and then three. Ellen kept making jokes, and Clyde offered Jeremy tips on how to play better. The three travelers ended up playing for over three hours. Afterward, Ellen decided to visit the café car. Jeremy turned back to the window, wishing he had another book to read. As if he had read Jeremy's mind, Clyde asked, "Need a new book?" Jeremy looked at the huge book Clyde was holding. "Uh, no thanks," Jeremy said. "Do you like science fiction?" Jeremy was surprised. "Yes, it's my favorite!" Clyde reached into his bag and pulled out a shabby paperback book with a worn-out spine and yellow pages. "Try this one. You can keep it. I've read it a thousand times." "Really? Thanks!" Jeremy took the book, which was called Red Planet. He spent the rest of the trip reading and sometimes chatting with Clyde and Ellen. Finally, the train approached Tampa. "It was nice to meet you, Jeremy," Clyde said. "You too. Bye. And I can't wait to read the rest of this book!" Jeremy said. He waved to them as they walked by on the platform, and then he dived back into the story. Based on paragraphs 2 and 3, why doesn't Jeremy want Clyde and Ellen to ask him questions?	[ "He thinks that they will try to sell him a new book.", "He is afraid of talking to people he doesn't know.", "He thinks that they will treat him like a child.", "He would rather keep reading his book." ]	2
language arts	grade-10	identify-plagiarism	Compare the student text with the source. Source: Michael F. Benard, "Natural History of the Pacific Chorus Frog "Pseudacris regilla"." Published on "Mister-Toad.com", 2006. Pacific Chorus Frog tadpoles develop enlarged tails when they smell predaceous diving beetles; these enlarged tails serve as a lure to distract strikes from the body of the tadpole toward the tail. Student text: One defense a Pacific Chorus Frog tadpole has against an attack from a diving beetle is its tail, which increases in size and serves as a "lure to distract strikes from the body of the tadpole toward the tail" (Benard). Is the student text plagiarized?	[ "No, it is not plagiarized.", "Yes, because it fails to use quotation marks.", "Yes, because it fails to cite the source.", "Yes, because it fails to use quotation marks and fails to cite the source." ]	0
social studies	grade-8	the-revolutionary-war-struggle-for-independence	Even as the Continental Army fought the British, the Second Continental Congress sent an Olive Branch Petition to King George III in July 1775. The petition stated that the colonies would stop fighting if Great Britain would repeal, or get rid of, certain laws and taxes. Read the sentence from the petition. Then answer the question. Your Majesty will find your faithful subjects on this continent ready and willing at all times. . . to assert and maintain the rights and interests of your Majesty, and of our mother country. Based on the passage, what strategy did the Second Continental Congress use to make its case to King George III?	[ "The Congress offered the king the rest of the North American continent.", "The Congress insulted the king.", "The Congress threatened to overthrow the king.", "The Congress stated its loyalty to the king." ]	3
language arts	grade-10	analogies-challenge	Complete the analogy. hungry is to starving as sufficient is to	[ "abundant", "limited", "lacking" ]	0
language arts	grade-11	interpret-the-meaning-of-an-allusion-from-its-source	Read the source of the allusion. In Roman mythology, wild parties were held in honor of Bacchus, the god of wine and fertility. What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?	[ "riotous", "melodious" ]	0
language arts	grade-12	classify-the-figure-of-speech-euphemism-hyperbole-oxymoron-paradox	Which figure of speech is used in this text? Brenna swore she would never go back to Kensington, but I told her she should never say never. The city might be a very different place in ten years.	[ "euphemism", "paradox" ]	1
language arts	grade-11	classify-the-figure-of-speech-review	Which figure of speech is used in this text? "This box weighs a ton!" Colin panted. "Ann, would you mind helping me carry it up the stairs?"	[ "hyperbole", "chiasmus" ]	0
social studies	grade-5	the-new-deal	Complete the sentence. The New Deal was ___.	[ "the peace treaty that ended World War I", "a document explaining how to open a business", "a law that limited how long a president could serve", "a set of plans to help the American economy" ]	3
language arts	grade-5	use-context-to-identify-the-meaning-of-a-word	Read the passage and then answer the question. Two billion people around the world enjoy eating insects. However, most people in the United States would rather eat dirt than eat a beetle. If you are like most Americans and consider eating insects repugnant, the United Nations would like to change your mind. In 2013, the UN released a report about the benefits of eating bugs. The report says that bugs can be a good source of fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals. The report suggests that eating bugs can be good for the earth as well. Raising insects for food requires less land and water than raising other animals. Instead of reaching for a hamburger when you're hungry, improve your health and save the earth with a delicious bowl of crickets! What is the meaning of repugnant as used in the passage?	[ "delightfully different", "extremely disgusting", "very interesting", "highly old-fashioned" ]	1
language arts	grade-9	use-the-correct-pair-of-correlative-conjunctions	Complete the sentence with the better correlative conjunctions. Most of the coins in Ken's extensive collection are silver, but some haven't been identified. Ken can't tell ___ they're gold ___ they're brass.	[ "whether . . . or", "if . . . then" ]	0
language arts	grade-7	compound-subjects-and-objects-with-pronouns	Select the correct pronoun to complete the sentence. For Thanksgiving dinner, Bryan and ___ made the gravy and the butternut squash.	[ "me", "I" ]	1
language arts	grade-9	is-the-sentence-declarative-interrogative-imperative-or-exclamatory	What kind of sentence is this? Lamar campaigned tirelessly in support of his neighbor's bid for elective office.	[ "declarative", "interrogative", "exclamatory" ]	0
language arts	grade-7	identify-plagiarism	Compare the student text with the source. Source: Richard Van Noorden, "Four Chemical Elements Added to Periodic Table." Published in "Nature", 2016: The unstable agglomerations of protons and neutrons last mere fractions of a second before they fall apart into smaller, more stable fragments. Student text: According to Van Noorden, the "unstable agglomerations of protons and neutrons" last less than a second before they break apart. Is the student text plagiarized?	[ "No, it is not plagiarized.", "Yes, because it fails to use quotation marks and fails to cite the source." ]	0
language arts	grade-4	identify-the-meaning-of-idioms-and-adages-set-2	What is the meaning of pull the wool over someone's eyes?	[ "to completely fool someone", "to take a sweater off over one's head" ]	0
language arts	grade-2	complete-the-sentence-with-a-three-letter-consonant-blend-word	Which word makes more sense in the sentence? Did that loud ___ come from that tiny monkey?	[ "scream", "split" ]	0
language arts	grade-9	is-it-a-phrase-or-a-clause	Is the group of words in bold a phrase or a clause? Judy's suitcase was too large to fit in the overhead bin, so unfortunately she had to check it.	[ "phrase", "clause" ]	1
social studies	grade-8	industrialization-in-the-gilded-age	Industrialization brought dramatic changes to Americans' daily lives. Read a modern scholar's description of those changes. Then complete the text below. Within a few decades, urban American homes became networked. . . . Instead of relying on candles and [fuel] carried into the home, each home was connected to the electricity network that provided electric light . . . Instead of relying on . . . outhouses and cesspools, each home was gradually connected to two more networks, one bringing in a supply of clean running water and the other taking waste out into sewers. Houses of the rich after 1880 and of the working class after 1910 were increasingly supplied with central heating. networked:connected to a large, complex system outhouses:outdoor toilets cesspools:underground pits for storing sewage Robert J. Gordon, The Rise and Fall of American Growth, Princeton University Press, 2016. Complete the text. Industrialization made many Americans' lives much ___.	[ "more difficult", "less enjoyable", "more comfortable", "less healthy" ]	2
social studies	grade-2	thomas-jefferson	Complete the sentence. Thomas Jefferson supported free ___ for all voters.	[ "education", "land", "health care", "electricity" ]	0
language arts	grade-6	analogies	Complete the analogy. hungry is to starving as full is to	[ "overflowing", "amount" ]	0
language arts	grade-3	choose-the-synonym	Which word is a synonym of bigger?	[ "larger", "smaller" ]	0
language arts	grade-3	use-greek-and-latin-roots-as-clues-to-the-meanings-of-words	The root port means "carry". What does the word support mean?	[ "to measure the weight of something", "to carry the weight of something" ]	1
language arts	grade-8	analyze-passages-from-the-outsiders-part-1	Review the passage. The country would be like that, I thought dreamily. I would have a yeller cur dog, like I used to, and Sodapop could get Mickey Mouse back and ride in all the rodeos he wanted to, and Darry would lose that cold, hard look and be like he used to be, eight months ago, before Mom and Dad were killed. Since I was dreaming I brought Mom and Dad back to life . . . Mom could bake some more chocolate cakes and Dad would drive the pickup out early to feed the cattle. He would slap Darry on the back and tell him he was getting to be a man, a regular chip off the block, and they would be as close as they used to be. Maybe Johnny could come and live with us, and the gang could come out on weekends, and maybe Dallas would see that there was some good in the world after all, and Mom would talk to him and make him grin in spite of himself. "You've got quite a mom," Dally used to say. "She knows the score." She could talk to Dallas and kept him from getting into a lot of trouble. My mother was golden and beautiful . . . "Ponyboy"—Johnny was shaking me—"Hey, Pony, wake up." I sat up shivering. The stars had moved. "Glory, what time is it?" "I don't know. I went to sleep, too, listening to you rattle on and on. You'd better get home. I think I'll stay all night out here." Johnny's parents didn't care if he came home or not. "Okay." I yawned. Gosh, but it was cold. "If you get cold or something come on over to our house." "Okay." I ran home, trembling at the thought of facing Darry. The porch light was on. Maybe they were asleep and I could sneak in, I thought. I peeked in the window. Sodapop was stretched out on the sofa, sound asleep, but Darry was in the armchair under the lamp, reading the newspaper. I gulped, and opened the door softly. From S. E. Hinton, The Outsiders. Copyright 1967 by S. E. Hinton How has Darry changed since the death of his parents?	[ "He used to be more attentive to Soda and Ponyboy, but now he is too busy to care.", "He used to be more focused and dedicated, but now he is distant and uninvolved.", "He used to be more hardworking and took care of the cattle, but now he is lazy.", "He used to be more relaxed and easygoing, but now he is serious and uptight." ]	3
language arts	grade-10	is-the-sentence-simple-compound-complex-or-compound-complex	Which type of sentence is this? Miguel always approaches difficult tasks enthusiastically, and he frequently motivates others with his energy and fervor.	[ "simple", "compound", "complex", "compound-complex" ]	1
social studies	grade-8	identify-primary-and-secondary-sources	Imagine that you are a historian who wants to learn more about Alexander Hamilton's plan for creating a national bank for the United States (1790). You find the source described below. Read the description of the source. Then complete the sentence below. The biography Alexander Hamilton was written by the historian Ron Chernow in 2004. Complete the sentence. In this case, the biography is a ___ source because it ___.	[ "primary . . . was written by Alexander Hamilton in 1790", "secondary . . . was written by a historian many years after Alexander Hamilton planned a national bank" ]	1
social studies	grade-5	identify-shortage-and-surplus	A toy store has 40 stuffed elephants for sale. The elephants cost $25 each. At that price, 60 people want to buy one. Is there a surplus or a shortage of stuffed elephants?	[ "surplus", "shortage" ]	1
language arts	grade-10	choose-the-analysis-that-logically-connects-the-evidence-to-the-claim	Read the claim and the supporting evidence. Claim: Florence is an exceptionally organized person. Evidence: Last month, Florence flawlessly prepared and served a meal for thirty guests. Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.	[ "Florence also takes cooking courses at the community college.", "Only an organized person can successfully manage such a project." ]	1
language arts	pre-k	choose-the-uppercase-letter-that-matches-a-b-d-e-g-h-n-q-r	Pick the uppercase letter that matches. h	[ "P", "F", "H" ]	2
language arts	grade-7	analyze-passages-from-anne-of-green-gables-part-1	Review the passage. "Oh, please, Miss Cuthbert, won't you tell me if you are going to send me away or not? I've tried to be patient all the morning, but I really feel that I cannot bear not knowing any longer. It's a dreadful feeling. Please tell me." "You haven't scalded the dishcloth in clean hot water as I told you to do," said Marilla immovably. "Just go and do it before you ask any more questions, Anne." Anne went and attended to the dishcloth. Then she returned to Marilla and fastened imploring eyes on the latter's face. "Well," said Marilla, unable to find any excuse for deferring her explanation longer, "I suppose I might as well tell you. Matthew and I have decided to keep you—that is, if you will try to be a good little girl and show yourself grateful. Why, child, whatever is the matter?" "I'm crying," said Anne in a tone of bewilderment. "I can't think why. I'm glad as glad can be. Oh, glad doesn't seem the right word at all. I was glad about the White Way and the cherry blossoms—but this! Oh, it's something more than glad. I'm so happy. I'll try to be so good. It will be uphill work, I expect, for Mrs. Thomas often told me I was desperately wicked. However, I'll do my very best. But can you tell me why I'm crying?" "I suppose it's because you're all excited and worked up," said Marilla disapprovingly. "Sit down on that chair and try to calm yourself. I'm afraid you both cry and laugh far too easily. Yes, you can stay here and we will try to do right by you." "What am I to call you?" asked Anne. "Shall I always say Miss Cuthbert? Can I call you Aunt Marilla?" "No; you'll call me just plain Marilla. I'm not used to being called Miss Cuthbert and it would make me nervous." "I'd love to call you Aunt Marilla," said Anne wistfully. "I've never had an aunt or any relation at all—not even a grandmother. It would make me feel as if I really belonged to you. Can't I call you Aunt Marilla?" "No. I'm not your aunt and I don't believe in calling people names that don't belong to them." "But we could imagine you were my aunt." "I couldn't," said Marilla grimly. Adapted from L. M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables Why does Anne cry when Marilla shares the news that Anne will be staying?	[ "She is overwhelmed with emotion that she gets to stay.", "She is hurt that Marilla does not seem excited to adopt her.", "She is feeling sad that she never knew her family." ]	0
language arts	grade-12	determine-the-meanings-of-words-with-greek-and-latin-roots	What does the word aggregate mean?	[ "to gather into a single unit", "to perform a service", "to copy a design", "to engage in a charitable act" ]	0

language arts

grade-5

use-the-correct-pair-of-correlative-conjunctions

Complete the sentence with the correct correlative conjunctions. Lila's favorite sport is ___ tennis ___ basketball.

[ "whether . . . or", "either . . . or" ]

1

language arts

grade-8

determine-the-meanings-of-words-with-greek-and-latin-roots

What does the word anachronism mean?

[ "some harmful behavior or byproduct that is legally prohibited", "something that is unrelated to the subject matter of a discussion", "something that appears in the incorrect historical period", "something that is so surprising as to be difficult to believe" ]

2

language arts

grade-10

identify-sentence-fragments

Is there a sentence fragment? Polly created her own stylish leather identification tags for her pets. Because she couldn't find tags that she liked.

[ "yes", "no" ]

0

language arts

kindergarten

choose-the-lowercase-letter-that-matches-a-b-d-e-g-h-n-q-r

Pick the lowercase letter that matches. E

[ "s", "u", "e" ]

2

language arts

grade-10

use-dictionary-entries-to-determine-correct-usage

Look at this dictionary entry. dictionary word: wont dictionary pos: adjective dictionary inflections: dictionary entry: 1 in the habit of; accustomed Steve wrote about the day's experiences in his journal, as he was wont to do. dictionary etymology: from Middle English (wonen) Which sentence uses the word **wont** correctly?

[ "Anne was wont to spend her Sunday mornings eating croissants and doing crossword puzzles.", "Scottish group Simple Minds was wont to record the song \"Don't You (Forget About Me)\" because someone else wrote it." ]

0

language arts

grade-5

revise-the-sentence-using-a-stronger-verb

Read the sentence. Hunter and Scarlett **laughed** when Caden dropped his notes during his speech. Now, revise the sentence to show that Hunter and Scarlett laughed **quietly and unkindly**. Hunter and Scarlett ___ when Caden dropped his notes during his speech.

[ "whooped", "cackled", "snickered" ]

2

language arts

grade-8

determine-the-themes-of-short-stories

Select the quotation from the story that most strongly suggests that the theme is **Don't hurry important choices**.

[ "\"Every leap would be higher in her brand-new shoes.\"", "\"She opened the box and tried sliding her feet into the shoes she'd rushed to purchase, and her heart sank.\"" ]

1

language arts

grade-9

choose-the-topic-sentence-that-best-captures-the-main-idea

Review the details below. Cell phones can be used to cheat on tests by sending answers to friends or by accessing the Internet. If cell phones aren't properly silenced, they can interrupt classroom activities. Texting during class is like passing notes and is a waste of time. Choose the best topic sentence to introduce a paragraph containing these details.

[ "Cell phones in the classroom can have a negative impact on student learning.", "There are many legitimate arguments for allowing students to have cell phones in class, even if they are disruptive.", "Cell phones have become a near constant presence at school and at home." ]

0

language arts

grade-12

classify-the-figure-of-speech-review

Which figure of speech is used in this text? Deion's leaving his job? That's **old news**. He's been planning that for months.

[ "anaphora", "oxymoron" ]

1

language arts

grade-8

is-the-pronoun-reflexive-or-intensive

Is the pronoun in bold reflexive or intensive? You always seem to dedicate **yourself** to such interesting and worthy causes.

[ "intensive", "reflexive" ]

1

language arts

grade-7

choose-between-adjectives-and-adverbs

Choose the word that best describes or modifies the verb in bold. Mr. and Mrs. Davidson ___ **purchased** a cottage on Lake Michigan.

[ "recently", "recent" ]

0

social studies

grade-5

the-civil-war-the-first-battle-of-bull-run-to-gettysburg

In June 1861, the Union army marched south from Washington, D.C., into Virginia. Its goal was to seize Manassas Junction, an important railroad center. The following passage is the memory of Walt Whitman, who was living in Washington, D.C., at the time. Use it to answer the question below. The defeated troops [started] pouring into Washington over the Long Bridge at daylight on Monday, 22nd July . . . all the men with this coating of sweat and rain, now recoiling back, pouring over the Long Bridge — a horrible march of twenty miles, returning to Washington baffled, humiliated, panic-struck. From Whitman's account, what probably happened at the battle?

[ "The Union army won the battle and took Manassas Junction.", "The Union army was defeated and forced to retreat.", "The Union army fought the Confederate army to a tie.", "The Confederate army had burned down the Long Bridge." ]

1

language arts

grade-10

use-the-correct-pair-of-correlative-conjunctions

Complete the sentence with the better correlative conjunctions. According to the museum curator, the one-day reception for the opening of the exhibit will take place on ___ Tuesday ___ Wednesday.

[ "both . . . and", "either . . . or" ]

1

social studies

grade-4

world-war-i-the-road-to-peace

Complete the text. In January 1919, the Allies started a peace conference, or meeting. The conference lasted for almost a whole year. The conference was held near the city of ___.

[ "Berlin, Germany", "Paris, France", "Moscow, Russia", "Venice, Italy" ]

1

language arts

grade-3

show-character-emotions-and-traits

You are writing a story about Hugo, who is asked for help. Choose the best description to show that Hugo is **bothered**.

[ "Hugo rolled his eyes and pretended he didn't hear his uncle.", "Hugo smiled at his uncle. \"You got it!\" he said." ]

0

social studies

grade-8

the-judicial-branch

Read the two passages. Then follow the instructions. The judicial power of the United States, shall be vested in one supreme court, and in such inferior courts as the Congress may from time to time ordain and establish. –Article III, Section 1 of the U.S. Constitution judicial power:the power to interpret and apply law inferior:lower ordain and establish:create [It is the] duty of the judicial department to say what the law is. Those [judges] who apply the rule to particular cases, must of necessity expound and interpret that rule. If two laws conflict with each other, the courts must decide on the operation of each. –Chief Justice John Marshall (1803) department:branch expound:explain on the operation of each:how each law should be applied Complete the text. According to the Constitution, the judicial branch ___. Chief Justice John Marshall also adds that the judicial branch must decide what to do if ___.

[ "creates new courts . . . a law is not being followed", "interprets the law . . . two laws disagree", "enforces the law . . . there are no laws" ]

1

language arts

grade-7

is-the-sentence-declarative-interrogative-imperative-or-exclamatory

What kind of sentence is this? Do you know Antonio from soccer camp, or do you have another connection with him?

[ "interrogative", "imperative", "declarative" ]

0

language arts

grade-3

make-predictions-about-a-story

Read this passage from a story. Allie opened the door to the backyard to let her dog Lucky in. Lucky had been out all day. Allie looked around the whole yard, but she didn't see him. She listened for the jingle that Lucky's collar made when he moved. But the yard was still. Allie stepped outside and closed the door behind her. "Lucky!" she called. Allie noticed that the gate was open. "Uh-oh," she thought. Based on the passage, which is more likely to happen next?

[ "Allie looks for Lucky outside the gate.", "Allie finds Lucky in the yard." ]

0

language arts

grade-3

determine-the-meaning-of-a-word-with-a-suffix-review

What does **weightless** mean?

[ "without weight", "full of weight" ]

0

language arts

grade-3

choose-between-subject-and-object-personal-pronouns

Select the correct pronoun to complete the sentence. Why does Tommy shout at ___?

[ "us", "we" ]

0

language arts

grade-6

classify-figures-of-speech

Which figure of speech is used in this text? You've reached Mark Dotson's voice mail. Please leave a detailed message at the **beep**, and I will return your call at my earliest convenience.

[ "onomatopoeia", "verbal irony" ]

0

language arts

grade-1

use-actions-and-dialogue-to-understand-characters

Read the sentences. Cole's kitten got stuck in a tree. Cole didn't like high places. But he carefully climbed a ladder to save his kitten. What is Cole probably like?

[ "loud", "brave" ]

1

language arts

grade-11

is-it-a-phrase-or-a-clause

Is the group of words in bold a phrase or a clause? The elevated flower beds that display Darren's prize roses **are quite striking**.

[ "phrase", "clause" ]

0

language arts

grade-12

are-the-modifiers-used-correctly

Which sentence is correct?

[ "**Disoriented by the dizzying flurry of snow**, Elise's thick wool coat cushioned her inevitable fall.", "Elise's thick wool coat served as a cushion when, **disoriented by the dizzying flurry of snow**, she inevitably fell." ]

1

language arts

grade-11

determine-the-meanings-of-greek-and-latin-roots

Look at the roots below. Which one means "sound"?

[ "port", "tele", "phon", "dict" ]

2

language arts

grade-9

words-with-mis

What might a **misinformed** shopper do?

[ "buy a product on sale", "buy an inferior product" ]

1

social studies

grade-5

world-war-i-the-road-to-peace

Complete the text. During the Paris Peace conference, one group of men was known as ___. They represented the most powerful countries at the conference.

[ "the Three Emperors' League", "the Axis Leaders", "the Big Four", "the enlightened despots" ]

2

language arts

grade-6

vocabulary-review-trace-an-argument

Look at the word **advent** as used in the passage "Drawing Conclusions." With the **advent** of cameras, photocopiers, and similar technology, drawing as a skill began to receive less attention. However, one modern college professor has found that incorporating illustration into her biology class has enormous benefits for students. What does **advent** mean?

[ "decrease in popularity", "introduction or arrival", "negative results" ]

1

social studies

grade-5

the-american-revolution-preparing-for-war

In 1773, a British politician said that Great Britain controlled a "vast empire, on which the sun never sets." What did he mean by "the sun never sets" on the British Empire?

[ "He used the setting sun as a symbol for endings. He believed the British Empire would last forever.", "Great Britain controlled land all around the world. So, the sun was always up in some part of the empire.", "The British flag uses an image of the sun. So, the sun is always up as long as the flag is waving.", "He was celebrating the invention of the lightbulb. The nights were no longer dark in Great Britain." ]

1

language arts

grade-3

use-action-verbs

Complete the sentence with the action verb. Ms. Mueller ___ the problems I got wrong on my homework.

[ "math", "corrected" ]

1

language arts

grade-9

choose-the-analysis-that-logically-connects-the-evidence-to-the-claim

Read the claim and the supporting evidence. **Claim:** Large events, such as weddings, should include a range of food options for guests. **Evidence:** Guests may have allergies or follow a particular diet, such as vegetarianism. Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the **analysis** that better explains the connection.

[ "It's important to respect the dietary restrictions of one's guests.", "Guests whose needs are ignored may feel disappointed or even resentful." ]

0

language arts

grade-9

identify-vague-pronoun-references

Which of the following contains a vague pronoun reference?

[ "Olivia often talked with Sophia about her community garden project. It was proceeding well but required a great deal of work.", "Olivia's community garden project was proceeding well but required a great deal of work. She often talked with Sophia about it." ]

0

language arts

grade-8

choose-evidence-to-support-a-claim

Read the claim below. Schools should focus on teaching practical math skills instead of abstract concepts. Select the piece of evidence that best supports this claim.

[ "The branch of math known as algebra uses letters to stand for unknown values.", "Research suggests that many adults lack real-world math skills, such as the ability to read an odometer." ]

1

language arts

grade-11

use-appeals-to-ethos-pathos-and-logos-in-persuasive-writing

Which statement primarily appeals to **pathos**, or emotion, to support the position that **an overemphasis on community fosters dependence and reduces individual freedom**?

[ "While some may believe that having the support of a strong community is important for individual growth, I maintain that too much support can be harmful and may hinder an individual's decision-making ability.", "Some of the worst atrocities of the twentieth century were brought about by societies that demanded collectivist thinking and action." ]

1

language arts

grade-11

is-it-a-phrase-or-a-clause

Is the group of words in bold a phrase or a clause? Although Alice agreed to babysit her cousin on Saturday afternoon, she **accepted a friend's invitation to the grand opening of the new amusement park the same day**.

[ "phrase", "clause" ]

0

language arts

grade-9

avoid-double-illogical-and-unclear-comparisons

Which text best completes the sentence? He is ___.

[ "more afraid of snakes than anyone else in his class is", "more afraid of snakes than his sister", "more afraid of snakes than any animal" ]

0

language arts

grade-11

determine-the-meanings-of-words-with-greek-and-latin-roots

What does the word benign mean?

[ "new or unrecognized", "widely acknowledged", "harmless", "anonymous" ]

2

social studies

kindergarten

days-of-the-week

What day comes right after Sunday?

[ "Thursday", "Tuesday", "Monday" ]

2

social studies

grade-5

understand-overall-supply-and-demand

Last year, 50,000 people lived in the city of Ashland. But since then, 8,000 people have moved away. What probably happened to the overall supply of houses for sale in Ashland?

[ "The supply probably went up.", "The supply probably went down." ]

0

social studies

grade-5

the-bill-of-rights

Complete the sentence. ___The Eighth Amendment prevents the government from using any "cruel and unusual

[ "punishments", "technologies", "taxes" ]

0

language arts

grade-3

determine-the-themes-of-myths-fables-and-folktales

Read the following fable by Aesop. One day an ant was out walking and became very thirsty. She saw a stream and decided to take a sip from it. But when she bent over, she slipped and fell into the water. Luckily, a dove flying overhead spotted the ant. The bird took a leaf in its beak and dropped the leaf into the water for the ant. The ant climbed onto the leaf and floated safely to the edge of the stream. "Thank you, dear dove," said the ant. "You saved my life." Just then, the two animals saw a hunter nearby. The hunter was holding a net high in the air. Seeing that the hunter was about to capture the dove, the ant acted quickly. She bit the hunter hard on his leg. "Ow!" he cried, and he dropped the net on the ground. The dove flew away, and the ant walked away smiling. What is the main theme or lesson of the fable?

[ "Those who are kind to others will be treated kindly in return.", "The ant felt good about helping the dove." ]

0

language arts

grade-9

transitions-with-conjunctive-adverbs

Complete the text with the better conjunctive adverb. Lee is in peak physical condition. ___, he should encounter little trouble while training for the New York City Marathon in November.

[ "On the other hand", "Thus" ]

1

language arts

grade-3

determine-the-meanings-of-similes

What is the meaning of the simile? Fred's new toy boat sank like a stone in the pond.

[ "The toy boat sank really quickly.", "The toy boat sank because it was made of stone." ]

0

social studies

grade-5

the-statue-of-liberty

The leaders of the Statue of Liberty project wanted the statue to be finished in 1876. Why was 1876 an important year to them?

[ "It was the year that Hawaii became the 50th state.", "It was the 100th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.", "It was the first year that women were allowed to vote.", "New York City hosted the World's Fair that year." ]

1

language arts

kindergarten

read-questions-with-short-vowel-words

Answer the question. Can the sun run?

[ "yes", "no" ]

1

social studies

grade-5

the-war-of-1812-events-and-effects

Which president signed the declaration of war on Great Britain in 1812?

[ "Thomas Jefferson", "James Madison", "James Polk", "Andrew Jackson" ]

1

language arts

grade-9

choose-the-best-evidence-to-support-a-claim

Consider this claim: Wikis, or websites that allow users to generate and alter content, are not reliable sources for academic research. Which is the strongest evidence to support the claim?

[ "Tyler Marshall, a political science professor, forbids his students from citing wikis as sources in any of their research papers.", "Many wikis were first launched in the twenty-first century, while encyclopedias have been used as reference sources since the eighteenth century.", "Many wikis allow anyone, not just subject-matter experts, to post information on their sites." ]

2

language arts

grade-8

is-it-a-complete-sentence-or-a-fragment

Which is a sentence fragment?

[ "Hobbled across the court, leaning on the coach for support.", "Trent and Janet both handle themselves well under pressure." ]

0

language arts

kindergarten

which-word-does-not-rhyme

Which word does not rhyme?

[ "much", "fuzz", "buzz" ]

0

social studies

grade-8

antebellum-reform-movements

Many people turned to religion to help deal with problems they saw in society. Throughout U.S. history, the majority of Americans have been Christians. But religious enthusiasm was especially high during a period called the Second Great Awakening, from about the 1790s to the 1840s. During this period, ministers traveled the country preaching new religious ideas. Some of the religious ideas of the Second Great Awakening were expressed in hymns, or religious songs. The passage below comes from "Amazing Grace," a hymn that was popular at the time. Read the first few lines from the hymn. Then answer the question below. Amazing grace! How sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me! I once was lost, but now am found, Was blind, but now I see. grace:forgiveness freely given by God wretch:a bad, unhappy person Which of these statements best summarizes the main idea of these lines?

[ "Children grow up to be just like their parents.", "If disrespected or ignored, God will seek revenge.", "People can never truly change. Once a bad person, always a bad person.", "Even if people have bad lives, God can help them become better." ]

3

social studies

grade-5

costs-and-benefits

Stefan is deciding whether to make clam chowder or beef barley soup for dinner. He wants dinner to be as tasty as possible. But he is also hungry and wants to eat soon. Suppose Stefan decides to make clam chowder. Which result would be a cost?

[ "The clam chowder will be tastier than the beef barley soup would have been.", "Stefan will spend more time making the clam chowder than he would have spent making the beef barley soup." ]

1

language arts

grade-5

use-the-correct-pair-of-correlative-conjunctions

Complete the sentence with the correct correlative conjunctions. With this weather, Ken's flight will ___ be delayed ___ be canceled.

[ "either . . . or", "whether . . . or" ]

0

language arts

grade-5

create-compound-sentences

Form a compound sentence. ___ Pete bought tickets for the symphony.

[ "At the new theater downtown,", "Alexandra likes rock music, but" ]

1

language arts

grade-3

determine-the-meanings-of-greek-and-latin-roots

The word **tripod** contains the root **tri**. What does the root **tri** mean?

[ "many", "three", "two" ]

1

language arts

grade-9

interpret-the-meaning-of-an-allusion-from-its-source

Read the source of the allusion. In the Bible, Solomon, a king of Israel, is an extremely wise person whom many regard as a prophet. What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

[ "a person who is very kind", "a person who gives good advice" ]

1

language arts

grade-6

distinguish-facts-from-opinions

Which sentence states a fact?

[ "Junko Tabei was the first woman to summit the highest peak on each continent.", "Japanese mountain climber Junko Tabei was an incredible athlete." ]

0

social studies

grade-6

early-chinese-thought

A king needed the Mandate of Heaven in order to rule. People believed that a king had the support of heaven if his actions had positive results or when good events happened in the world around them. The poem below comes from a Zhou dynasty book called the Book of Songs. Read the poem. Then answer the question below. The drought has become so severe That it cannot be stopped. Glowing and burning, We have no place. The great mandate is about at an end. great mandate:Mandate of Heaven Why does this poem claim that the "great mandate is about at an end?"

[ "The ruler was not able to stop a natural disaster.", "The ruler had kicked people out of their homes.", "The weather was cold and people became sick.", "Flooding from the Yellow River destroyed several Zhou cities." ]

0

social studies

grade-2

neil-armstrong

Complete the sentence. Neil Armstrong landed on the moon in ___.

[ "1941", "1969", "1989", "2000" ]

1

language arts

grade-6

is-the-sentence-simple-compound-or-complex

Which is a **simple sentence**?

[ "In the early morning, I drank tea by a spice stall as the Turkish bazaar came to life.", "The audition for the part of Dracula will begin in just a few minutes." ]

1

language arts

grade-6

identify-counterclaims

Consider this claim: The "Tyrannosaurus rex" looks scarier than any other dinosaur from the Cretaceous Period. Now consider how someone might argue against this. Which sentence presents a counterclaim to the above claim?

[ "The short, stubby arms of the \"Tyrannosaurus rex\" make the dinosaur look comical compared to other dinosaurs.", "The \"Tyrannosaurus rex\" had razor-sharp teeth and stood up to thirteen feet tall." ]

0

language arts

grade-8

is-the-pronoun-reflexive-or-intensive

Is the pronoun in bold reflexive or intensive? Mr. Singleton introduced **himself** to us and welcomed us to the neighborhood.

[ "intensive", "reflexive" ]

1

language arts

grade-3

distinguish-characters-points-of-view

The following texts are both about a restaurant's new hamburger. This text is from an ad for the hamburger: The hamburger includes a quarter pound of juicy grass-fed beef. It's cooked in real Irish sweet cream butter, then topped with sharp cheddar cheese and garden-fresh tomato. It's served on a pillowy bun baked in-house that same day. On the side, you'll find hand-cut steak fries with the finest sea salt. This text is from the point of view of Kyle, who tried the new hamburger: I lifted up the top of the limp, soggy bun to get a better look at the mess under it. The cold orange cheese looked like rubber. The patty was gray and dripping with grease. The tomato was nowhere to be found. And the fries were so salty, I couldn't eat more than one. How is Kyle's point of view different from the ad writer's?

[ "Kyle makes the hamburger sound delicious.", "Kyle makes the hamburger sound awful to eat." ]

1

language arts

grade-12

choose-between-adjectives-and-adverbs

Choose the word that best completes the sentence. Gabby danced ___ at the competition, impressing both the judges and the audience with her creative flair.

[ "well", "graceful" ]

0

language arts

grade-10

choose-the-best-evidence-to-support-a-claim

Consider this claim: Tablets should not replace textbooks because overuse of tablets can cause health problems for students. Which is the strongest evidence to support the claim?

[ "\"Many of my students complain about headaches, which I believe are caused by too much time spent on their tablets,\" said eighth-grade science teacher Bruce Casey.", "Many educators have found that tablets in the classroom, which are usually equipped with a web browser and a variety of applications, can be a source of distraction.", "Some studies have found that usage of portable electronic devices is associated with increased rates of musculoskeletal disorders." ]

2

language arts

kindergarten

choose-the-uppercase-letter-that-matches-a-b-d-e-g-h-n-q-r

Pick the uppercase letter that matches. g

[ "B", "G", "M" ]

1

language arts

grade-11

choose-the-word-whose-connotation-and-denotation-best-match-the-sentence

Complete the sentence with the word that best fits the overall meaning and tone. As a theater critic, Kylie's enthusiasm for the upcoming off-Broadway play began to ___ when she learned the lead actor dropped out.

[ "ebb", "tranquilize" ]

0

language arts

grade-6

trace-an-argument

Read the text. title: Dawn to Dusk Sunrises and sunsets are some of nature's most awe-inspiring displays. Their brilliant hues and golden light have fascinated artists and sky watchers for centuries. For example, many famous paintings depict the shades of color seen in sunrises or sunsets. To enjoy these same colors, some people plan activities so that they can view the sun rising or setting. It is clear that each event is striking in its own way. But overall, sunrises are more beautiful than sunsets. Part of the reason a sunrise is more beautiful than a sunset is because our eyes perceive them as more attractive. If you wake up early to watch the sunrise, your eyes are still adjusted to seeing in the dark. Because your night vision is sharper than your daytime vision, your eyes can pick up each and every color of the sunrise. When viewing a sunset, meanwhile, your eyesight has been adjusted to daylight for many hours. Plus, your eyes may be tired from hours of active use throughout the day. So, your eyes are not able to easily see each color in a sunset as it appears. The quality of the air also makes sunrises more beautiful than sunsets. Pollutants, like smog and soot, cloud the air throughout the day. By the time the sun sets, there is often a filmy haze in the atmosphere. This haze mutes many colors in a sunset, giving us a less brilliant show. The atmosphere then cleans the haze away overnight, leaving the air as clean as possible for a colorful sunrise. Of course, all beauty is subjective. For example, the same pollutants that dull the colors of the sunset also scatter its colors widely across the sky. This gives the sky a less orderly look. Many people consider this display to be more beautiful than a neat, restrained sunrise. But this man-made light show is not a natural representation of the setting sun's color and beauty. A sunrise, on the other hand, is a pure display of nature's colors. Sunrises are not just more beautiful than sunsets. According to some studies, watching sunrises can also improve your mood. And you will better appreciate the natural beauty around you every day. So, take some time to stop and watch the colors of a sunrise as they unfold. You might even feel inspired to pick up a camera, paintbrush, or pen to express how the experience made you feel. What is the author's main claim or argument?

[ "Sunrises are more beautiful than sunsets.", "Sunsets make for better paintings than sunrises.", "Nature can inspire art in many important ways." ]

0

language arts

grade-6

use-the-correct-subject-or-verb

Complete the sentence with the best **verb**. Every year Uncle Jasper and Aunt Cindy ___ me to spend the summer in Alaska.

[ "encourages", "encourage" ]

1

language arts

grade-9

classify-figures-of-speech-review

Which figure of speech is used in this text? In the 1950s, there was great societal pressure on women to stay at home and raise children. Many women enjoyed doing so, but for others **home was a prison** they yearned to escape.

[ "metaphor", "personification" ]

0

language arts

grade-8

identify-vague-pronoun-references

Which of the following contains a vague pronoun reference?

[ "Kate and her sister posed for a photograph, but when the flash went off, she blinked.", "Kate and her sister posed for a photograph, but when the flash went off, Kate blinked." ]

0

language arts

grade-12

evaluate-counterclaims

Consider this claim: Most of today's "educational" children's television programs are too fast-paced, distracting, and fantastical to be considered truly educational. Now consider how someone might argue against this. Which sentence presents the stronger and more reasonable counterclaim to the above claim?

[ "Not everything has to be educational; why can't children just be able to watch cartoons for fun to help them unwind from their busy lives?", "Some experts argue that fast-paced programs teach children to multitask and work in an overstimulating environment—useful abilities in today's world." ]

1

language arts

grade-3

read-realistic-fiction-set-1

Read the story. title: On the Train Jeremy closed his book and stared out the window at the passing trees, houses, and farms. Jeremy had already been on the train for four long hours, and his phone had died a while before. Now that he had finished his book, he wasn't sure how he was going to pass the sixteen hours that remained. He glanced at the older man and woman who were sitting across from him. They were both reading thick books that looked dull. Earlier, when they had first sat down across from Jeremy, the woman had raised her eyebrows at the man and smiled. They probably thought that Jeremy was too young to be traveling without an adult. But Jeremy was thirteen years old and had taken the train alone before. It upset him when adults treated him like a little kid. Either way, Jeremy hoped that the man and woman wouldn't ask him any annoying questions. The man looked up from his book and smiled at Jeremy. "Hi, I'm Clyde. Have you finished your book already?" Jeremy stared at Clyde for a moment before smiling politely and nodding. "How long a ride do you have?" Clyde asked. "I'm going to Clearwater," said Jeremy. "And you?" "Ellen and I are headed to Tampa." The woman, Ellen, set her own book aside. "It's still a long way," she said. "Would you like to play a game of cards with us?" A card game would certainly help the time pass more quickly. "Sure, I'll play one game," Jeremy replied. But one game turned into two, and then three. Ellen kept making jokes, and Clyde offered Jeremy tips on how to play better. The three travelers ended up playing for over three hours. Afterward, Ellen decided to visit the café car. Jeremy turned back to the window, wishing he had another book to read. As if he had read Jeremy's mind, Clyde asked, "Need a new book?" Jeremy looked at the huge book Clyde was holding. "Uh, no thanks," Jeremy said. "Do you like science fiction?" Jeremy was surprised. "Yes, it's my favorite!" Clyde reached into his bag and pulled out a shabby paperback book with a worn-out spine and yellow pages. "Try this one. You can keep it. I've read it a thousand times." "Really? Thanks!" Jeremy took the book, which was called Red Planet. He spent the rest of the trip reading and sometimes chatting with Clyde and Ellen. Finally, the train approached Tampa. "It was nice to meet you, Jeremy," Clyde said. "You too. Bye. And I can't wait to read the rest of this book!" Jeremy said. He waved to them as they walked by on the platform, and then he dived back into the story. Based on paragraphs 2 and 3, why doesn't Jeremy want Clyde and Ellen to ask him questions?

[ "He thinks that they will try to sell him a new book.", "He is afraid of talking to people he doesn't know.", "He thinks that they will treat him like a child.", "He would rather keep reading his book." ]

2

language arts

grade-10

identify-plagiarism

Compare the student text with the source. Source: Michael F. Benard, "Natural History of the Pacific Chorus Frog "Pseudacris regilla"." Published on "Mister-Toad.com", 2006. Pacific Chorus Frog tadpoles develop enlarged tails when they smell predaceous diving beetles; these enlarged tails serve as a lure to distract strikes from the body of the tadpole toward the tail. Student text: One defense a Pacific Chorus Frog tadpole has against an attack from a diving beetle is its tail, which increases in size and serves as a "lure to distract strikes from the body of the tadpole toward the tail" (Benard). Is the student text plagiarized?

[ "No, it is not plagiarized.", "Yes, because it fails to use quotation marks.", "Yes, because it fails to cite the source.", "Yes, because it fails to use quotation marks and fails to cite the source." ]

0

social studies

grade-8

the-revolutionary-war-struggle-for-independence

Even as the Continental Army fought the British, the Second Continental Congress sent an Olive Branch Petition to King George III in July 1775. The petition stated that the colonies would stop fighting if Great Britain would repeal, or get rid of, certain laws and taxes. Read the sentence from the petition. Then answer the question. Your Majesty will find your faithful subjects on this continent ready and willing at all times. . . to assert and maintain the rights and interests of your Majesty, and of our mother country. Based on the passage, what strategy did the Second Continental Congress use to make its case to King George III?

[ "The Congress offered the king the rest of the North American continent.", "The Congress insulted the king.", "The Congress threatened to overthrow the king.", "The Congress stated its loyalty to the king." ]

3

language arts

grade-10

analogies-challenge

Complete the analogy. hungry is to starving as sufficient is to

[ "abundant", "limited", "lacking" ]

0

language arts

grade-11

interpret-the-meaning-of-an-allusion-from-its-source

Read the source of the allusion. In Roman mythology, wild parties were held in honor of Bacchus, the god of wine and fertility. What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

[ "riotous", "melodious" ]

0

language arts

grade-12

classify-the-figure-of-speech-euphemism-hyperbole-oxymoron-paradox

Which figure of speech is used in this text? Brenna swore she would never go back to Kensington, but I told her she should **never say never**. The city might be a very different place in ten years.

[ "euphemism", "paradox" ]

1

language arts

grade-11

classify-the-figure-of-speech-review

Which figure of speech is used in this text? "This box weighs **a ton**!" Colin panted. "Ann, would you mind helping me carry it up the stairs?"

[ "hyperbole", "chiasmus" ]

0

social studies

grade-5

the-new-deal

Complete the sentence. The New Deal was ___.

[ "the peace treaty that ended World War I", "a document explaining how to open a business", "a law that limited how long a president could serve", "a set of plans to help the American economy" ]

3

language arts

grade-5

use-context-to-identify-the-meaning-of-a-word

Read the passage and then answer the question. Two billion people around the world enjoy eating insects. However, most people in the United States would rather eat dirt than eat a beetle. If you are like most Americans and consider eating insects **repugnant**, the United Nations would like to change your mind. In 2013, the UN released a report about the benefits of eating bugs. The report says that bugs can be a good source of fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals. The report suggests that eating bugs can be good for the earth as well. Raising insects for food requires less land and water than raising other animals. Instead of reaching for a hamburger when you're hungry, improve your health and save the earth with a delicious bowl of crickets! What is the meaning of **repugnant** as used in the passage?

[ "delightfully different", "extremely disgusting", "very interesting", "highly old-fashioned" ]

1

language arts

grade-9

use-the-correct-pair-of-correlative-conjunctions

Complete the sentence with the better correlative conjunctions. Most of the coins in Ken's extensive collection are silver, but some haven't been identified. Ken can't tell ___ they're gold ___ they're brass.

[ "whether . . . or", "if . . . then" ]

0

language arts

grade-7

compound-subjects-and-objects-with-pronouns

Select the correct pronoun to complete the sentence. For Thanksgiving dinner, Bryan and ___ made the gravy and the butternut squash.

[ "me", "I" ]

1

language arts

grade-9

is-the-sentence-declarative-interrogative-imperative-or-exclamatory

What kind of sentence is this? Lamar campaigned tirelessly in support of his neighbor's bid for elective office.

[ "declarative", "interrogative", "exclamatory" ]

0

language arts

grade-7

identify-plagiarism

Compare the student text with the source. Source: Richard Van Noorden, "Four Chemical Elements Added to Periodic Table." Published in "Nature", 2016: The unstable agglomerations of protons and neutrons last mere fractions of a second before they fall apart into smaller, more stable fragments. Student text: According to Van Noorden, the "unstable agglomerations of protons and neutrons" last less than a second before they break apart. Is the student text plagiarized?

[ "No, it is not plagiarized.", "Yes, because it fails to use quotation marks and fails to cite the source." ]

0

language arts

grade-4

identify-the-meaning-of-idioms-and-adages-set-2

What is the meaning of **pull the wool over someone's eyes**?

[ "to completely fool someone", "to take a sweater off over one's head" ]

0

language arts

grade-2

complete-the-sentence-with-a-three-letter-consonant-blend-word

Which word makes more sense in the sentence? Did that loud ___ come from that tiny monkey?

[ "scream", "split" ]

0

language arts

grade-9

is-it-a-phrase-or-a-clause

Is the group of words in bold a phrase or a clause? **Judy's suitcase was too large to fit in the overhead bin**, so unfortunately she had to check it.

[ "phrase", "clause" ]

1

social studies

grade-8

industrialization-in-the-gilded-age

Industrialization brought dramatic changes to Americans' daily lives. Read a modern scholar's description of those changes. Then complete the text below. Within a few decades, urban American homes became networked. . . . Instead of relying on candles and [fuel] carried into the home, each home was connected to the electricity network that provided electric light . . . Instead of relying on . . . outhouses and cesspools, each home was gradually connected to two more networks, one bringing in a supply of clean running water and the other taking waste out into sewers. Houses of the rich after 1880 and of the working class after 1910 were increasingly supplied with central heating. networked:connected to a large, complex system outhouses:outdoor toilets cesspools:underground pits for storing sewage Robert J. Gordon, The Rise and Fall of American Growth, Princeton University Press, 2016. Complete the text. Industrialization made many Americans' lives much ___.

[ "more difficult", "less enjoyable", "more comfortable", "less healthy" ]

2

social studies

grade-2

thomas-jefferson

Complete the sentence. Thomas Jefferson supported free ___ for all voters.

[ "education", "land", "health care", "electricity" ]

0

language arts

grade-6

analogies

Complete the analogy. hungry is to starving as full is to

[ "overflowing", "amount" ]

0

language arts

grade-3

choose-the-synonym

Which word is a synonym of **bigger**?

[ "larger", "smaller" ]

0

language arts

grade-3

use-greek-and-latin-roots-as-clues-to-the-meanings-of-words

The root **port** means "carry". What does the word **support** mean?

[ "to measure the weight of something", "to carry the weight of something" ]

1

language arts

grade-8

analyze-passages-from-the-outsiders-part-1

Review the passage. The country would be like that, I thought dreamily. I would have a yeller cur dog, like I used to, and Sodapop could get Mickey Mouse back and ride in all the rodeos he wanted to, and Darry would lose that cold, hard look and be like he used to be, eight months ago, before Mom and Dad were killed. Since I was dreaming I brought Mom and Dad back to life . . . Mom could bake some more chocolate cakes and Dad would drive the pickup out early to feed the cattle. He would slap Darry on the back and tell him he was getting to be a man, a regular chip off the block, and they would be as close as they used to be. Maybe Johnny could come and live with us, and the gang could come out on weekends, and maybe Dallas would see that there was some good in the world after all, and Mom would talk to him and make him grin in spite of himself. "You've got quite a mom," Dally used to say. "She knows the score." She could talk to Dallas and kept him from getting into a lot of trouble. My mother was golden and beautiful . . . "Ponyboy"—Johnny was shaking me—"Hey, Pony, wake up." I sat up shivering. The stars had moved. "Glory, what time is it?" "I don't know. I went to sleep, too, listening to you rattle on and on. You'd better get home. I think I'll stay all night out here." Johnny's parents didn't care if he came home or not. "Okay." I yawned. Gosh, but it was cold. "If you get cold or something come on over to our house." "Okay." I ran home, trembling at the thought of facing Darry. The porch light was on. Maybe they were asleep and I could sneak in, I thought. I peeked in the window. Sodapop was stretched out on the sofa, sound asleep, but Darry was in the armchair under the lamp, reading the newspaper. I gulped, and opened the door softly. From S. E. Hinton, The Outsiders. Copyright 1967 by S. E. Hinton How has Darry changed since the death of his parents?

[ "He used to be more attentive to Soda and Ponyboy, but now he is too busy to care.", "He used to be more focused and dedicated, but now he is distant and uninvolved.", "He used to be more hardworking and took care of the cattle, but now he is lazy.", "He used to be more relaxed and easygoing, but now he is serious and uptight." ]

3

language arts

grade-10

is-the-sentence-simple-compound-complex-or-compound-complex

Which type of sentence is this? Miguel always approaches difficult tasks enthusiastically, and he frequently motivates others with his energy and fervor.

[ "simple", "compound", "complex", "compound-complex" ]

1

social studies

grade-8

identify-primary-and-secondary-sources

Imagine that you are a historian who wants to learn more about Alexander Hamilton's plan for creating a national bank for the United States (1790). You find the source described below. Read the description of the source. Then complete the sentence below. The biography Alexander Hamilton was written by the historian Ron Chernow in 2004. Complete the sentence. In this case, the biography is a ___ source because it ___.

[ "primary . . . was written by Alexander Hamilton in 1790", "secondary . . . was written by a historian many years after Alexander Hamilton planned a national bank" ]

1

social studies

grade-5

identify-shortage-and-surplus

A toy store has 40 stuffed elephants for sale. The elephants cost $25 each. At that price, 60 people want to buy one. Is there a surplus or a shortage of stuffed elephants?

[ "surplus", "shortage" ]

1

language arts

grade-10

choose-the-analysis-that-logically-connects-the-evidence-to-the-claim

Read the claim and the supporting evidence. **Claim:** Florence is an exceptionally organized person. **Evidence:** Last month, Florence flawlessly prepared and served a meal for thirty guests. Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the **analysis** that better explains the connection.

[ "Florence also takes cooking courses at the community college.", "Only an organized person can successfully manage such a project." ]

1

language arts

pre-k

choose-the-uppercase-letter-that-matches-a-b-d-e-g-h-n-q-r

Pick the uppercase letter that matches. h

[ "P", "F", "H" ]

2

language arts

grade-7

analyze-passages-from-anne-of-green-gables-part-1

Review the passage. "Oh, please, Miss Cuthbert, won't you tell me if you are going to send me away or not? I've tried to be patient all the morning, but I really feel that I cannot bear not knowing any longer. It's a dreadful feeling. Please tell me." "You haven't scalded the dishcloth in clean hot water as I told you to do," said Marilla immovably. "Just go and do it before you ask any more questions, Anne." Anne went and attended to the dishcloth. Then she returned to Marilla and fastened imploring eyes on the latter's face. "Well," said Marilla, unable to find any excuse for deferring her explanation longer, "I suppose I might as well tell you. Matthew and I have decided to keep you—that is, if you will try to be a good little girl and show yourself grateful. Why, child, whatever is the matter?" "I'm crying," said Anne in a tone of bewilderment. "I can't think why. I'm glad as glad can be. Oh, glad doesn't seem the right word at all. I was glad about the White Way and the cherry blossoms—but this! Oh, it's something more than glad. I'm so happy. I'll try to be so good. It will be uphill work, I expect, for Mrs. Thomas often told me I was desperately wicked. However, I'll do my very best. But can you tell me why I'm crying?" "I suppose it's because you're all excited and worked up," said Marilla disapprovingly. "Sit down on that chair and try to calm yourself. I'm afraid you both cry and laugh far too easily. Yes, you can stay here and we will try to do right by you." "What am I to call you?" asked Anne. "Shall I always say Miss Cuthbert? Can I call you Aunt Marilla?" "No; you'll call me just plain Marilla. I'm not used to being called Miss Cuthbert and it would make me nervous." "I'd love to call you Aunt Marilla," said Anne wistfully. "I've never had an aunt or any relation at all—not even a grandmother. It would make me feel as if I really belonged to you. Can't I call you Aunt Marilla?" "No. I'm not your aunt and I don't believe in calling people names that don't belong to them." "But we could imagine you were my aunt." "I couldn't," said Marilla grimly. Adapted from L. M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables Why does Anne cry when Marilla shares the news that Anne will be staying?

[ "She is overwhelmed with emotion that she gets to stay.", "She is hurt that Marilla does not seem excited to adopt her.", "She is feeling sad that she never knew her family." ]

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language arts

grade-12

determine-the-meanings-of-words-with-greek-and-latin-roots

What does the word aggregate mean?

[ "to gather into a single unit", "to perform a service", "to copy a design", "to engage in a charitable act" ]

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