8th Grade FSA Reading Portal Practice

1.

Multiple Select

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Select two details from Passage 1 that show shy Gawaine chooses to pursue the Graal.

Then uprose Sir Gawaine, who was a faithful knight and true man to his king, though a proud on and a hasty.

He was filled with sorrow for the ruin that threatened his fair land.

"Now I do here avow," he said, "that to-morrow, without fail, I shall set forth, and I shall labour with all the strength of my body and my soul to go in quest of the Holy Graal, so that if I be fit to see it and to bring it hither,

this dear land may be saved from woe."

So hot were his words that many of the better knights rose also, and raising their right hands did make a like avowal;...

2.

Multiple Choice

1 min

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Test #2A: In Passage 2, what theme is suggested by Graham's situation?

First instincts are usually correct.

A sense of adventure can solve many problems.

Planning ahead can help one understand a situation more clearly.

People will do whatever is necessary to keep what is important to them.

3.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #2B: Which quotation helps develop the theme in Part A?

"Graham's father had never mentioned having a brother; this man's story was preposterous."

"Luckily for me - for the both of us, looks like - the real fortune is right here, beneath our feet."

"'Either way, somewhere out there,' the man gestured grandly towards the farm outside the window, ' is a treasure.'"

"graham turned to the old man and asked, 'How are we going to find it?'"

4.

Multiple Select

1 min

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Test #3: You were to type in your answer below. Pick three things below that you could have included in your written response.

He is worrked/concernecscared/nervous about the future of/what will happen to his farm.

It is not important to/valued by Graham.

He is proud of the farm/the farm's histsory.

He is determined to save it.

5.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #4: "Sir, I bring here a young knight, the which is of king's lineage, whereby the marvels of this court shall be accomplished, and the trial of this thy kingdom shall be brought to a happy end, if that may be. And the name of his is Galahad."

What does the use of the word trial suggest in this excerpt?

The kingdom is under pressure from enemy countries.

The kingdom has endured many hardships in the past.

The old man will judge those who fail to btain the Graal.

The knights have a legal responsibility to pursue the Graal.

6.

Multiple Choice

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Test #5A: How is the structure of Passage 2 different from the structure of Passage 1?

Passage 2 ends by foreshadowing what will happen next.

Passage 2 builds toward a climax as the story progresses.

Passage 2 describes the characters' thoughts and actions in between dialogue.

Passage 2 introduces the main character's conflict before anythings else occurs.

7.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #5B: Which aspect of the passages if affected by this difference in structure?

how the reader imagines the stories will end

the way the characters' goals are revealed

the number of ways thee stories can be understood

how the reader knows what the main characters are thinking

8.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #6: Read this excerpt from Passage 1.

"Sir," said the king, 'if it may be that ye know, will ye tell us what my knights must do to achieve the Holy Vessel, and thus bring peace into my kingdom in place of war? For many of those that are kings and barons under me are warring with each other, and threated to rend this island of britain, . . . And if goeth to my heart to know this, and I have much dread."

"Sir king,: said the old white man, "none may tell you what shall be the end of this quest of the Holy Graal, . . . ye war with each other, and are evil livers and full of pride and mastery, and if ye do not repent and stay your dishonour, then shall the Holy Vessel pass from Britain, and ruin and death and civil war shall stalk through the land and leave it desolate."

How does the speaker's point of view in this excerpt increase the tension of Passage 1?

by showing that the power of the Graal has the potential to do harm

by showing that the Graal has likely been lost to the kingdom forever

by showing that Britain is less powerful than the knights believe it to be

by showing that the knights share responsibility for the condition of Britain

9.

Multiple Select

1 min

1 pt

Test #7: Select two ways that the story in Passage 2 is similar to the story in Passage 1.

Both stories feature characters who share a common goal.

Bot hstories include dialogue between characters with conflicting views.

Both stories feature central characters who change their point of view in the end.

Both stories describe the details of the setting to create a mysterious atmosphere.

Both stories present a challenge and a way for the central character to overcome it.

10.

Multiple Select

1 min

1 pt

Test #8: Select two sentences from paragraph 1 of Passage 2 that suggest it would be easy for consumers to start using CFLs.

CFLs aree a type of flourescent lamp.

Many models of CFLs are available that are designed to replace traditional incandescent bulbs.

The compact size of these CFLs allows them to fit into many existing incandescent light fixtures, indlucing table and floow lamps commonly found in households.

CFLs are very energy efficient, using approximately one quarter of the energy compared to traditional incandescent bulbs.

CFLs also have a very long lifespan, typically 6000-15,000 hours compared to the 750-1,000 hours for a normal incandescent bulb.

11.

Multiple Choice

1 min

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Test #9: For Question 9, which description did you select to match with COVER?

Allows for a wide variety of uses

Increases overall efficiency

Decreases exposure to UV

Keeps bulb from shattering

12.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #9: For Question 9, which description did you select to match with MERCURY VAPOR?

Allows for a wide variety of uses

Increases overall efficiency

Decreases exposure to UV

Keeps bulb from shattering

13.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #9: For Question 9, which description did you select to match with COMPACT SIZE?

Allows for a wide variety of uses

Increases overall efficiency

Decreases exposure to UV

Keeps bulb from shattering

14.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #10A: What is the central idea of Passage 2?

CFLs offer an inexpensive, more practical choice for consumers.

CFLs have many advantages over traditional light bulbs.

CFLs are a new, more efficient type of light bulb.

CFLs are very safe for people to use.

15.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #10B: How is the central idea developed throughout Passage 2?

by comparing and contrasting CFLs with traditional bulbs

by detailing the way in which CFLs generate light

by responding to reported concerns about CFLs

by listing the various benefits of using CFLs

16.

Multiple Select

1 min

1 pt

Test #11: Which of the two following details did you match with column 1, "CFLs are environmentally friendly"?

CFL's can be recycled with other household items.

CFLs use a fraction of the energy of incandescent bulbs.

CFLs can be readily disposed of at common locations.

CFLs have longer lifesapns, so they create less waste.

CFLs work with a range of lamps and light fixtures.

17.

Multiple Select

1 min

1 pt

Test #11: Which of the two following details did you match with column 1, "CFLs are convenient to use"?

CFL's can be recycled with other household items.

CFLs use a fraction of the energy of incandescent bulbs.

CFLs can be readily disposed of at common locations.

CFLs have longer lifesapns, so they create less waste.

CFLs work with a range of lamps and light fixtures.

18.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #12: How does the diagram in Passage 3 distinguish between the different typs of light bulbs?

by showing the replacement costs associated with each type of light bulb

by showing the overall energy costs associated with each type of light bulb

by showing the amount of energy generated by each type of light bulb per hour os use

by showing the amount of waste generated by each type of light bulb when each is recycled

19.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #13: What is the tone of paragraph 7 in Passage 2?

dismissive

reassuring

uplifting

fearful

20.

Multiple Choice

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Test #14A: Select the sentence from paragraph 5 of Passage 2 that offers general safety advice about exposure to UV.

The glass used in CFLs already provides a UV filtering effect.

In addition, any additional glass, or plastic, or fabric used in lighting fixtures that is between you and the CFL will further reduce the already low levels to still lower levels since these materials act as additional UV filters.

Increasing the distance between you and any radiation source, including CFLs will also reduce the small level to a lower level.

21.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #14B: What key idea from Passage 2 does the sentence chosen in Part A support?

CFLs fail to adequately filter exposure to UV.

There are additional ways to lessen exposure to UV.

CFLs expose people to less UV than other types of bulbs.

There are many lighting fixtures that block exposure to UV.

22.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #15A: What is the interviewer's purpose in Passage 1?

to find solutions to the dangers posed by CFLs

to explore the costs and benefits of using CFLs

to question consumers about their opinion of CFLs

to promote the use of CFLs over incandescent bulbs

23.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test 15B: How does the interviewer achieve her purpose in Passage 1:

by asking questions of people who support and people who oppose CFL use

by asking questions that emphasize advantages of and minimize concerns about CFLs

by limiting the questions to shose addressing health and safety concerns related to CFLs

by limiting the questions to those addressing consumer misunderstandings about switching to CFLs

24.

Multiple Choice

1 min

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Test #16: Select two advantages of using audio in Passage 1 to present information about CFLs.

It allows listeners to connect with other people as they share real-world experiences with CFLs.

It allows listeners to rely on tone of voice in ofder to better understand each speaker's point of view about CFLs

It allows listeners to interpret the conversational nature of the podcast in a way that makes CFLs seem less threatening.

It allows listeners to easily distinguish between viewpoints about CFLs by associating each viewpoint with a different speaker.

It allows listeners to be swayed by the emotional and personal appeals each speaker makes about CFLs throughout the podcast.

25.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #17: The podcast guest in Passage 1 makes several claims about CFLs. Which claim is offered without sufficient supporting evidence?

CFLs provide significant energy savings compared to incandescent bulbs.

Using CFLs is better for the environment than using incandescent bulbs.

The small amount of mercury in CFLs presents little rish to consumers.

CFLs are easy to dispose of when they eventually burn out.

26.

Multiple Select

1 min

1 pt

Test #18: Which of the following should be listed under the first column for the "Claim: CFLs benefit both the environment and the economy."

CFLs use 75% less energy than traditional light bulbs.

The amount of mercury in a CFL is equivalent to the tip of a ballpoint pen.

The energy saving from CFLs could power 3 million homes for a year.

27.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #19: There are four highlights in the essay to show which word of phrase may be incorrect for each highlight, click the word or phrase that is correct.

indicating

endacating

endicating

indecating

28.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #20: There are four highlights in the essay to show which word of phrase may be incorrect for each highlight, click the word or phrase that is correct.

boat even

boat; even

boat: even

boat, even

29.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #21A: There are four highlights in the essay to show which word of phrase may be incorrect for each highlight, click the word or phrase that is correct.

Studies

Studying

Studied

Study

30.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #21B: There are four highlights in the essay to show which word of phrase may be incorrect for each highlight, click the word or phrase that is correct.

would

is going to

is to

will

31.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Test #22: There is one highlight in the paragraph below to show which word or phrase may be incorrect. For this highlight, type in the correction.

would

would not

had

had not

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