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Common Core Standard RI.8.4 Questions

Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.

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Grade 8 Reading Strategies CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RI.8.4
In paragraph 5 the word arid means:
  1. bone dry
  2. wet lands
  3. forest
  4. flooded
Grade 8 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RI.8.4, RST.6-8.4

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The author says that for a red moon to appear the Earth, sun, and moon must align precisely. PRECISELY means:
  1. connect in a circle
  2. happens only twice a year
  3. must happen exactly
  4. on top of each other
Grade 8 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RI.8.4, RST.6-8.4

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The author describes the sun as a dynamic structure. DYNAMIC means:
  1. positive in energy and attitude.
  2. full of constant change or activity.
  3. a large range of sound.
  4. very simple in shape.
Grade 8 Making Inferences and Drawing Conclusions CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RI.8.4

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What does the phrase "ill weeds grow apace" mean?
  1. Weeds that are dying often grow slowly.
  2. The plants we don't want to grow often grow quickly and abundantly.
  3. Removing weeds allows other plants to grow well.
  4. Weeds are sick plants that have the ability to ruin our gardens.
Grade 8 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RI.8.4

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What is the meaning of the word mordanted as it is used in the last paragraph?
  1. a process designed to keep color strong in fabric
  2. the process of wringing out the fabric
  3. cutting the fabric into two pieces
  4. dyeing the fabric to make it a new color
Grade 8 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RI.8.4

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What is the meaning of the word masticating as it is used in paragraph three?
  1. eating
  2. chewing
  3. swallowing
  4. drinking
Grade 8 Making Inferences and Drawing Conclusions CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RI.8.4

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What does the term anechoic most likely mean?
  1. Sound quality testing
  2. Free of sound
  3. Only natural noise
  4. Noise pollution
Grade 8 Synonyms CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RI.8.4

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Which word is a synonym for stamps as it is used in the first paragraph?
  1. postage
  2. labels
  3. inks
  4. punches
Grade 8 Supporting Details CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RI.8.4

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What is a "Serena Slam"?
  1. How Serena hits the ball
  2. The speed of Serena's serve
  3. Winning all four Grand Slam events
  4. Serena's nickname for her racket
Grade 8 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RI.8.4

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The key terms abuse and binge are used throughout the article. What trait to these key terms refer to?
  1. appropriate use of alcohol
  2. alcohol use while driving
  3. misuse of alcohol
  4. alcohol use in teens

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