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- 1. Multiple Choice
Paragraphs 5, 6, and 8 help support the author’s argument by —
explaining that community members will help make composting a success
indicating that the school does not have the funds to pay for supplies
suggesting that the school will benefit financially from composting
showing that fertilizer is needed on school grounds in order for plants to grow
- 2. Multiple Choice
What is the meaning of distinct in paragraph 2?
Able to improve
Rare and harmful
Likely to change
Strong and definite
- 3. Multiple Choice
In paragraph 4, Katie includes specific information from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in order to —
add credibility to her argument that the amount of trash in landfills is a problem
show support for the activities sponsored by an environmental agency
evaluate the effectiveness of groups that want to reduce the amount of trash in landfills
give an example of how a government agency can help the environment
- 4. Multiple Choice
Which of the author’s arguments is based on faulty reasoning?
Composting has a surprising variety of benefits for the soil.
If tended to regularly, a compost pile can transform food scraps and other organic materials into wonderfully fresh, nutrient-filled dirt.
If our school implements our composting idea, we could send less trash to the landfills.
If students see us composting at school, they will want to start a compost pile at home as well, further reducing the waste in landfills.
- 5. Multiple Choice
Based on the author’s comments in her letter, the reader can conclude that the Beautification Club has —
taught its members’ parents how to make a compost pile
attempted to raise money for other school improvement projects
suggested other ways that the school could be more eco-friendly
worked with members of the community on various projects in the past
- 6. Multiple Choice
Which words from paragraph 6 help explain the meaning of economical?
other resources
savings generated
consider that
could be spent
- 7. Multiple Choice
Which sentence from the letter shows that Katie has considered an opposing viewpoint?
As I’m sure you know, composting turns kitchen and yard waste into something usable once it is added to soil.
A chemical reaction happens when things like grass clippings, orange peels, and newspapers are layered in a certain way.
As president of the Truman Middle School Beautification Club, I am very concerned about the environment.
And yes, if not properly maintained, a compost pile can smell bad and attract pests.
- 8. Multiple Choice
What does the author’s inclusion of the sample signs after paragraph 7 reveal about her?
She realizes that the cafeteria manager will need instructions on what to serve.
She wants visitors to the school to know that the Beautification Club sponsors the composting.
She does not think students at her school will want to participate in composting.
She understands that guidance will be necessary in order to make composting a success at her school.
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