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- 1. Multiple Choice
Which statement from the article is an opinion?
Sanibel Island, located in Florida’s Southwest Gulf Coas
Part of the island runs east and west
Lightning whelks grow up to 16 inches long and were used by early island natives for tools.
People are also thrilled when they find tulip shells.
- 2. Multiple Choice
“Belonging to the volute family of shells, the junonia is the most coveted seashell.” What does the word “coveted” mean?
decorated
delicate
desired
desolate
- 3. Multiple Choice
Which excerpt helps define the word “coveted”?
There is no disputing which shell...
...is the most sought after on the island.
Its milky chamber is covered with brown spots...
Shellers who find a junonia on Sanibel get their pictures in the local newspaper.
- 4. Multiple Choice
What is the author’s purpose for writing the article?
persuade readers to visit Sanibel Island
to share information about shells on Sanibel Island
to entertain readers with a narrative about a shelling trip
to explain the difference between the two types of tulip shells
- 5. Multiple Choice
Which shell is the most popular on Sanibel Island?
lightning whelk
banded tulip
junonia
true tulip
- 6. Multiple Choice
What is the definition of “tote” as used in Paragraph 2?
transport
bag
heave
strap
- 7. Multiple Choice
Which statement BEST supports the definition to tote?
An hour or so before sunrise...
...you will find dedicated shellers scanning the shores with flashlights.
Part of the island runs east and west, creating a long south-facing beach...
Some participants carry the standard black fishnet bags to collect the shells...
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