Read the passage and answer the question.

He was not the same. The plane passing by without rescuing him had changed him completely. He was not the same and would never be like he had been before. The old Brian was weak, now he was new, stronger and would not give up so he could survive.

How do you think Brian has changed?

What is the last page of chapter 2?

If you choose not to bake this recipe, what alternative cooking method is recommended?

Read the passage.

Once the flower buds are formed, it doesn’t matter if the plant is kept indoors or in deep shade. Full sun tends to fade the flowers faster, while cool temperatures prolong their staying power. Although a light frost won’t harm most mums, play it safe and bring them indoors if a cold snap threatens.

In the passage, the phrase “full sun” means:

Copyright Info: “Mums the Word.” First for Women 30 Sept. 2002: 86.

Read the passage.

It is always possible to find fish and shellfish along the waters edge in the early morning, and we walked with heightened awareness to find our quota for the morning, so we could return to more important things, like playing in the trees and building our fort. Ron walked behind me, and he was very distracted, “What do you think will happen to the dolphins if they forget to come up for air?” he asked as he meandered along in my footprints, not really helping with the task at hand. “They don’t forget, now get back to work and help me,” I said in an irritated tone. Ron was only six years old, so I could hardly blame him for his distraction, but I really was getting tired of being the older sister in charge all the time. “Anna, he said, are you mad at me?” This made me feel guilty for snapping at him, and I replied, “No I am not upset with you, I just want to get back to the camp and help father and Tina with the rest of the daily chores, so I have some time for myself later.” Just then I saw Brandon walking toward us with a basket full of shellfish.

Who is telling this story?

Select the best option.

What is the purpose of using dialogue in a story?

Evaluative Reading Comprehension—Evaluate Validity –RIT 211 – 220

Read the passage.

“And did you really have the three wishes granted?” asked Mrs. White. “I did,” said the sergeant major, and his glass tapped against his strong teeth. “And has anybody else wished?” inquired the old lady. “The first man had his three wishes, yes,” was the reply. “I don’t know what the first two were, but the third was for death. That’s how I got the paw.” His tones were so grave that a hush fell upon the group.Copyright Info: Jacobs, W.W., The Monkey’s Paw and Other Tales of Mystery and the Macabre, Academy Chicago Publishers, Chicago, 1997.

Which statement best supports the conclusion that the Monkey’s Paw will bring heartache?

Read the following passage.

His mother clipped coupons from magazines and newspapers, kept a vegetable garden in the summer, and shopped at JC Penney and K-Mart. Their family ate a lot of frijoles, which was OK because nothing else tasted so good, though one time Alfonso had Chinese pot stickers and thought they were the next best food in the world. He didn’t ask his mother for braces again, even when she was in a better mood.Copyright Info: Elements of Literature. Holt, Rinehart, and Winston. 1997.

How does Alfonso support his assumption that his mother will not pay for braces?

Interpretive Reading Comprehension—Application Transfer–RIT 211 – 220

Directions for washing the dishes.

a. Dry the dishes off and put them away.

b. Put the dirty dishes in the water and scrub them clean.

c. Fill the sink with warm water and soap.

d. Rinse the dishes with clean water.

What is the correct order the sentences above?

Interpretive Reading Comprehension—Main Idea–RIT 211 – 220

Read the passage and answer the question.

Leo the lion went the park one day. He sat on the bench and watched everyone playing on the toys. Then, he ate his lunch that he had brought along. Leo had peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.

Which title tells the main idea of this story?

If you were given a book on outer space, where would you look for cannibal galaxies in the glossary?

Literal Reading Comprehension—Reading Directions–RIT 211 – 220

Read the directions to Jill’s house.

Drive about five miles down the old highway until you see a really pretty green barn. They have a bunch of trees. Take a left and drive three more miles. You will cross the railroad tracks and on your left will be a big white house. Turn right after the white house, drive one mile, and her house is on the left.

How could you summarize these directions?

Stunned for only a moment, the youth invented a tale that only giants, the most gullible creatures on the earth, would believe. Unfortunately it is a quirk of supernature, a paradox of the cruelest kind, that whatever giants believe becomes their truth. “What was your last job?” asked the boy, knowing full well that giants never do manual work and haven’t the intellect or dexterity required for other types of employment.Copyright Info: The Goatboy and the Giant (Page 252-253) (Teacher authors: Phillips,

Blackman, Felts).

From the context of this passage, which pair of words are opposites?

Which of the following details indicates that the girl was angry?

Select the reason below that would best support a writer’s conclusion that teachers are more important than computers.

Read the paragraph from a guide to winter snowmobiling.

Experience the opportunity of touring Yellowstone National Park on a snowmobile. We will ride from West Yellowstone and make stops at Old Faithful, Mammouth, and the upper and lower falls. Plan a minimum of 5 hours for this guided tour. Cost is $50.00 per person. Riders can rent or bring his/her own snowmobile. Tickets are available at Basin Motor Sports. We’ll see you on

December 1st for a scenic-filled day.

Which of the following best restates these directions?

Read the passage.

Erin Kennedy traveled to Liverpool, England to attend the Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts. After graduation, she moved to Toronto, Canada, where she began teaching drama and art at a private school. She enjoys life and has set out to conquer her dreams.

Which event happened first?

Read the paragraph.

Ryan positioned himself in the gate. As the gate opened, he exploded onto the race course and assumed a tucked position. His skis held tightly to the snow-packed floor as he rounded the first corner. This was going to be an awesome race for him.

What did Ryan do right after he rounded the first corner?