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Read the sentences from the article.

"They are born in water but move to land once they mature. Adult hermit crabs prefer to live in small, cozy places, such as within groups of rocks or under exposed tree roots."

Based on these sentences, what is the meaning of the word mature?

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Complete the chart to show how each part of the passage contributes to the reader's understanding of the hermit crab. Mark the correct description into the column under the correct heading. You will not use all of the descriptions.

  • lists specific places where hermit crabs can be purchased
  • describes the appearance and explains the purpose of the different parts of a hermit crab
  • details the specific steps for raising hermit crabs in an aquariam
  • provides a labeled visual of important working parts of the hermit crab
  • demonstrates how hermit crabs work together to build their home
  • The Hermit Crab
  • The Underside of a Hermit Crab without its shell
  • Hermit Crabs as Pets
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What is the main purpose of the dialogue in the story?

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In the story, what does the carpenter believe is the MOST important lesson for Ben to learn?

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Which sentence BEST describes a difference between the ways that the poem and the story approach their topics?

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Read the following definition: obligation n. burden, charge, debt, duty

Which word would BEST replace obligation in the story?

I continued to look at him. Ben was thinking of his plans for the weekend, but I was thinking of our obligation to the house’s owner to do the job right using only quality materials.

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Which word would BEST replace wields in this stanza from the poem?

Like an artist he wields his hammer,
Pounding rhythms to his own beat.
He sculpts and forms a framework
That painted walls will soon complete.

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How does the poet use a simile in the fourth stanza of the poem?
Like an artist he wields his hammer,
Pounding rhythms to his own beat.
He sculpts and forms a framework
That painted walls will soon complete.

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This question has two parts. Answer Part A, and then answer Part B.

Part A

How does the author of “The Carpenter’s Apprentice” develop the point of view of the narrator?

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Part B

Which detail BEST supports the answer to Part A?

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Extended Constructed-Response: 4 points

From the narrator’s point of view, write a conclusion to the story “The Carpenter’s Apprentice.” Start with what Ben might say in response to the narrator. Use descriptive words and phrases in your story conclusion. Use details from the poem and the story to write your conclusion

*Use the writer's checklist as you proofread.

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Which sentence uses commas correctly?

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A student is writing a personal essay about riding in the car. Read the draft of the essay.

1 When my brother was a baby, I used to wear earplugs on car trips so that I wouldn’t have to listen to him when he screeched and chattered. 2 Once he grew up a little bit, I could play cards or other games with him. 3 Now, I often use earbuds and listen to music. 4 This usually works fine, but sometimes my brother gets lonely. 5 My dad wants me to talk to them. 6 It isn’t always easy, but I try to make an effort to join in the conversations and put my music away sometimes.

Which change would correct an error where the pronoun and antecedent are unclear?

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Marcus and ______ are neighbors, and we take the bus to school each day. _____________ are in different classes, but we like to talk to each other at the bust stop.
Other Answer Choices:
Him and me
us
He and me
I
He and I
me
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Move the THREE sentences that have errors and should be revised._________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________
Other Answer Choices:
The process begins with dipping thick, sturdy pieces of bread in batter.
Next, the battered bread is put on a hot skillet which is an electric pan.
The breakfast looked delicious and the kitchen smelled of vanilla and cinnamon.
She taught me how to make special breakfast foods, like French toast.
Last Winter, I spent every Saturday morning with my Grandma.
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What is the MOST credible source for information about safe food handling practices for restaurant workers?

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Read the draft of an announcement for school.

1 Yesterday the girls’ basketball team played very well in regionals. 2 Last night’s game had everyone on the edge of their seats, but the Tigers pulled through with a last-minute upset over the Vikings, putting the final score at 40 to 39. 3 Special mention goes out to Alyssa McNamara for scoring the most points and also to Tonya Demming, whose great defense earned her the title of Tigers’ Player of the Day. 4 Stay tuned as the team heads to the state contest!

Which sentence would BEST replace sentence 1 to make the purpose of the announcement clearer?

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Braille is ___________________________ of raised dots that people who are blind can read with their fingers. This method is named after Louis Braille, who _____________ Braille in 1824 when he was only 15 years old. He went on to publish the first Braille book when he was 20 years old.
Other Answer Choices:
a structure of tons
an arrangement with lots
invented
a communication system
thought of
came up with
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A student is writing a report about whether the United States should continue making the penny. The student took notes from a source. Move the TWO notes into the boxes that are MOST relevant to the research question.

What are some reasons the United States should discontinue making the penny?__________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Other Answer Choices:
Because they are made with zinc, pennies cost the government more to make than they are worth.
The United States government produced 8.15 billion one-cent coins in 2014.
If CO2 emissions from the transporting pennies are reduced, creating pennies will have less impact on the environment.
Canada and other countries have stopped producing low-value coins such as the one-cent coin.
In 2015, the average cost for the government to create a penny worth one cent was 1.43 cents.
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Constructed-Response: 2 points

Which writer MOST successfully develops the topic according to his/her purpose using reasoning and evidence?

Use details from BOTH passages to support your answer. Write your answer on the lines on your answer document.

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Extended Writing-Response: 7 points

There are many ways that television and movies reflect and influence society. Some people believe that television and movies reflect society, while other people believe that television and movies influence society.

Think about the ideas in BOTH passages, and then write an argumentative essay in your own words supporting either side of this debate. Be sure to use information from BOTH passages in your argumentative essay.