From the New York State Education Department. New York State Testing Program Grade 7 English Language Arts Test. Internet. Available from https://www.nysedregents.org/ei/ela/2022/2022-released-items-ela-g7.pdf on State Education Department Website; accessed 17, June, 2024.
From the New York State Education Department. New York State Testing Program Grade 7 English Language Arts Test. Internet. Available from https://www.nysedregents.org/ei/ela/2022/2022-released-items-ela-g7.pdf on State Education Department Website; accessed 17, June, 2024.
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In paragraph 10 of 'Unearthing the Arabia,' why does the author include the information about property owner Norman Sortor? Use two details from the article to support your response.
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How does the author of 'Unearthing the Arabia' support the claim that treasure hunting was a lifelong interest for the Hawley family? Use two details from the article to support your response.
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How do Gabby’s feelings change during the course of the poem “Persistent”? Use two details from the poem to support your response.
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In paragraph 3, what is most likely the author’s purpose for including details about the girls Emmaline knows? Use two details from the story to support your response.
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In “Excerpt from The Strictest School in the World,” how does the shift between paragraphs 6 and 7 contribute to the story? Use two details from the story to support your response.
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The poem 'Persistent' and the story 'Excerpt from The Strictest School in the World' convey a similar theme. What theme is shared in the poem and the story? How do the poet and the author develop this theme in each text? Use details from both the poem and the story to support your response.
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identify a theme that is shared in "Persistent" and "Excerpt from The Strictest School in the World"
explain how the poet and the author develop this theme in each text
use details from both the poem and the story to support your response
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In the article "Unearthing the Arabia," what is the meaning of the final heading "The Real Treasure"? Use two details from the article to support your response.
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In "Persistent," how do the phrases "carry them away" (line 25) and "bringing daydreams in for a landing" (lines 41–42) relate to each other? Use two details from the poem to support your response.
How does Chip change as a result of the way Mr. O’Dell teaches?
He improves his memory.
He becomes confused.
He develops enthusiasm.
He loses confidence.
Read this sentence from paragraph 8:
"Once when a student pointed out an anthill, Mr. O'Dell put his nose down so close to watch that Chip expected an ant to climb right onto it and march up through the freckles to stare back at him through his gold-rimmed glasses."
What tone does this sentence add to the story?
a curious tone
a humorous tone
an anxious tone
an observant tone
How do the details about Mr. O’Dell in paragraph 11 support a central idea of the story?
The show his fascination with blue skinks.
They show his appreciation for living animals.
They show his excitement about baby dinosaurs.
They show his passion for reading animals' feelings.
Which word is a synonym for “displace” as it is used in paragraph 14?
guard
return
change
remove
In the story, how does the author develop Chip’s point of view of Mr. O’Dell?
by mentioning that Chip is one of Mr. O’Dell’s favorite students
by showing Chip answering a tough question that Mr. O’Dell asks
by explaining why Mr. O’Dell has special field trip privileges
by describing events that make an impression on Chip
How do Chip’s explorations in the outdoors influence him?
They lead to his initial interest in a variety of local animals.
They make it difficult for him to understand Luther’s point of view.
They prompt him to discover wildlife in plowed fields.
They enable him to show Luther how to handle a skink.
Which detail would be most important to include in a summary of "Excerpt from The Last Wild Place"?
Mr. O’Dell treats students differently based on their interests.
Mr. O’Dell teaches science better than he teaches other subjects.
Mr. O’Dell values the purpose and habitat of every animal.
Mr. O’Dell previously taught in college and wrote a book.
What is most likely the author’s purpose in paragraph 1?
To demonstrate Susan Butcher’s significant contribution to women’s sports
To introduce the relationship between Susan Butcher and her dogs
To explain that more men than women compete in the Iditarod
To convey the challenges of the Iditarod race
What do the details in paragraph 4 explain about the Iditarod?
Why more men than women enter the Iditarod
Why Susan Butcher had to withdraw from the Iditarod
How much preparation is needed to compete in the Iditarod
How Susan Butcher selected her team of dogs for the Iditarod
What is the effect of the author’s use of the word “must” four times in the sentences at the beginning of paragraph 5?
It emphasizes that the ideas in these sentences are critical for the race
It demonstrates that the ideas in these sentences reflect what the musher believes
It indicates that the ideas in these sentences are essentially the same
It shows that the ideas in these sentences are the only important traits
Which claim by the author is most strongly supported with evidence?
"Two pet Siberian huskies kindled her interest in dogsled racing.” (paragraph 3)
"The musher must have faith in each and every dog on her team . . ." (paragraph 5)
". . . the race was still largely the domain of men." (paragraph 6)
"In 1986, it was Butcher’s turn." (paragraph 8)
Which quotation best portrays Susan Butcher’s relationship with her dogs?
". . . she studied veterinary medicine at a nearby university, focusing on the care of dogs." (paragraph 3)
". . . both the musher of the dogsled and the entire team of dogs must be in top physical condition." (paragraph 4)
". . . Butcher bonded with her dogs and treated them as friends, family, and professional athletes." (paragraph 5)
". . . Butcher was able to pull the dogs to safety and continue the race." (paragraph 8)
Which statement best expresses the relationship between paragraph 3 and paragraph 8?
Paragraph 3 provides a summary, and paragraph 8 lists details.
Paragraph 3 explains a cause, and paragraph 8 reveals effects.
Paragraph 3 describes goals, and paragraph 8 presents an outcome.
Paragraph 3 identifies problems, and paragraph 8 explains a solution.
Which detail would be most important to include in a summary of the article?
"... Butcher was drawn as a child to the wilderness and to the animals that filled it." (paragraph 2)
"Training for the Iditarod encompasses a wide scope of activities." (paragraph 4)
"The portion of the trail to the left was a flimsy snow bridge that would have collapsed..." (paragraph 5)
"She had not only won the race, she had also set a new speed record." (paragraph 8)
What does the word “precision” mean as it is used in paragraph 3?
frequency
force
accuracy
speed
What idea do paragraphs 7 and 8 share?
Stringed instruments are characterized by natural materials.
Some instruments are more popular and appealing than others.
New instruments can be created from everyday materials.
Even simple instruments can produce beautiful music.
What does the word “version” mean as it is used in paragraph 10?
a special edition
a specific performance
a related form of an earlier object
an example from a variety of types
How is paragraph 10 mainly structured?
by comparing and contrasting ideas
by presenting events in time order
by stating causes and effects
by detailing solutions to problems
Which quotation best conveys a central idea of the article?
“Many of the instruments we know and play today, like the piano, the guitar, and the oboe, evolved from these older instruments.” (paragraph 1)
“The fact that marimba songs were well liked by Americans shows the increased exposure the public had to foreign styles of music.” (paragraph 4)
“During the Great Depression, people couldn’t afford store-bought instruments so they made their own.” (paragraph 8)
“Whistling is a way to use your vocal cords as a musical instrument.” (paragraph 11)
What point of view is the author most likely expressing in paragraph 11?
Musical instruments should be made available to everyone.
The ability to make music is widespread.
Everyone should involve themselves with music.
Listening to music brings great joy.
Which sentence would be most important to include in a summary of the article?
Many musical instruments have been made by using simple available materials.
Percussion instruments make sounds when struck, shaken, or scraped.
Guitars are used by Hawaiian, country, rock, and bluegrass musicians.
The zurna was first used in military bands and to greet important persons.
