2/1-2/5: ELA Independent Small Group - An Exciting Excursion - Maureen Lynch | Laabri

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The reader can infer that Carly truly enjoyed being in Costa Rica at the beginning of the passage. Which line from the passage best supports this inference?

A Carly and her family arrived at their hotel in Costa Rica.

B The humid heat welcomed them.

C The Smiths quickly unpacked their luggage.

D "I could stay here forever," Carly thought to herself.

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A It is important to create exciting memories with loved ones on family vacations.

B Older brothers are tough on younger siblings, but they mean well.

C Do not shut down an exciting opportunity because of fear; you may enjoy it.

D Always wear safety gear when performing any dangerous activity.

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A Whitewater rafting is a dangerous sport.

B Always follow close instructions of the guide in order to stay safe during whitewater rafting.

C Whitewater rafting feels like riding a bull.

D Whitewater rafting is not as scary as one might first think.

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A. Carly was excited about whitewater rafting from the beginning of their trip and she loved doing it.

B Carly was afraid of the idea of whitewater rafting, but she ended up loving it after giving it a chance.

C Carly was really looking forward to whitewater rafting at first, but she had a horrible experience on the rapids.

D Carly feared whitewater rafting so she let her family go by themselves because she was too afraid.