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2 SECTION A: LITERATURE The Monsters Are Due On Maple Street( ACT 2) Draw Conclusions: The mob accuses different people. 1. The mob turns on Steve Brand because he spends hours down in his basement at night working on some kind of radio or something 2. The mob turned on each of these people because They want to find a scapegoat. They want to blame someone. If they can figure out who is responsible, they will feel more secure. 3. Make Judgments: I think that the monsters in the title are the residents themselves 4. One reason I feel this way is they turned against one another 5. Who does Charles shoot? Pete Van Horn 6. Why do the neighbors become suspicious of Charlie? The lights come on in his house 7. What happens when Charlie runs to his house? A man runs after him & tackles him, someone throws a rock that cuts his cheek & smashes a window of his house, & another rock lands on the porch 8. Who does Charlie accuse of being the alien? Tommy 9. Who are Figure One and Figure Two? The real aliens 10. How does Figure One explain how they can get people to destroy themselves? Stop a few of their machines & radios & telephones & lawnmowers and throw them into darkness for a few hours

3 11. What are the weapons of humanity? How can each destroy? Use evidence from the text to support how each of these weapons caused destruction in this story. The weapons are thoughts, attitudes, prejudices as well as suspicions and the search for a scapegoat. Evidence of each is as follows: thoughts Tommy s thoughts of aliens and imposters moved the community to look inward for enemies attitudes Charlie s accusation that Goodman is an oddball and the idea that anyone different must be suspicious causes them to focus on specific community members prejudices the dark figure has no chance to be identified before people assume the worst, leading to Pete being shot suspicions the lights in the houses cause people to be suspicious of others, think the worst, and fuel the fire search for a scapegoat after Charlie shoots, he becomes the next scapegoat, and then attempts to push off to another scapegoat (Tommy) Grandpa and the Statue & My Head is Full of Star Shine True or False 12. Monologues are short, interrupted speeches. _False 13. Monologues are spoken by a single character. True 14. Monologues reveal private thoughts and feelings of other characters. True 15. Dialogues are conversations spoken by a single character. False 16. Dialogues reveal characters traits, develop conflict and move the plot forward. _True Multiple Choices: Circle the correct answer. 17. In the excerpt from Grandpa and the Statue, what does Sheean ask Monaghan to do? go with him on a boat to see the Statue of Liberty donate money for the Statue of Liberty's base help him convince the neighbors to donate money pay for a trolley ride to see the Statue of Liberty

4 18. What do these words of Monaghan's reveal about him? I'm not throwin' me good money away for something I don't even know exists. He is foolish and uneducated. He is wise and careful. He is cheap and suspicious. He is patient and hardworking. 19. Why does Sheean take Monaghan to the warehouse? Monaghan wants to see the statue's base while it is being built. Sheean wants Monaghan to talk to the people who built the statue. Sheean wants time with Monaghan to convince him to donate money. Monaghan wants to see the statue to make sure it actually exists. 20. Why doesn't Monaghan like what is written on the statue? He believes it should just say, "Welcome All." He doesn't understand Roman numerals. He thinks people will have trouble reading it. He understands that history is important to people. 21. What does Monaghan's refusal to give a donation reveal about him? He is very stubborn. He is an angry person. He is easily swayed. He has very little money. 22. What detail about the except from Grandpa and the Statue makes it a dialogue? The characters are seen in more than one location.

5 There is a conflict between Monaghan and Sheean. Monaghan gives information about his early life. It consists of a conversation between two characters. 23. According to the speaker in "My Head Is Full of Starshine," what is practical about her friend Pam? She makes a list of what she needs to do the next day. She says that the speaker's head is "full of starshine." She is interested in ladybugs and other insects. She works very hard to get A's in science. 24. According to the speaker in "My Head Is Full of Starshine," what does she do to get ready for Margo's party while Pam has been working on a dress to wear? She is choosing the outfit she will wear. She is writing a poem for Margo. She is working to pay for Margo's gift. She is trying to improve her science grade. 25. What school assignments does the speaker in "My Head Is Full of Starshine" most enjoy? studying insects reading about flying carpets writing essays or stories returning library books

6 SECTION A: READING COMPREHENSION Read the following story carefully then answer the questions that follow. ear Aunt Julia, I have so much to tell you, I don t know where to begin! Remember last summer when I told you that I was planning to enter the TeenSay Magazine essay contest? Well, I entered, and my essay, "Improving Community Safety," won! The prize was a weekend trip to New York City, with a visit to the TeenSay offices to see how they publish the magazine each month. Three of us were chosen to go from Texas: two other contest winners, and myself. My mom took me to the airport for the flight to New York, and I have to admit I was nervous! I ve flown before, but never without my parents. But when we got to the airport and met the other people in our group, I relaxed. The group leader, Ms. Alvarez, was really friendly and easy to talk to. She is in charge of marketing and special promotions at TeenSay Magazine. While we waited for our flight, she described the activities we d be participating in that weekend. She also introduced me to the other contest winners. Irene is from Arlington, and she s 13 years old like me. She won a prize for the series of photographs she took when her family drove across the country last summer. The other winner is a 15-year-old boy named Eddie. Eddie won the TeenSay community spirit award for cleaning up and improving the neighborhood parks in his town. Irene and Eddie both seemed like a lot of fun. Before our plane even took off, we were laughing and telling jokes like we d known each other forever. I was surprised at how quick the flight seemed. Since Ms. Alvarez and I were sitting next to each other, she told me a lot about herself and how she had ended up working at TeenSay Magazine. She said that as a young girl she had always enjoyed writing stories and interviewing people. She also loved planning and organizing events. She was always in charge of planning her school s dances and fundraisers, and even organized her family s big reunion party every year. After college, she got a job as a reporter at TeenSay, and then she gradually moved into their marketing and special promotions department. She said that she still occasionally writes an article for them, but she loves what she does now. I told her that I was thinking about becoming a reporter someday, and she said that she thought I could do it if I worked really hard.

7 Before I knew it, we were landing in New York. At the airport, we were picked up in a limousine just like celebrities! We drove to the TeenSay offices downtown. All during the ride, Irene and Eddie and I were pressed up against the windows like little kids, staring at the buildings and the people we passed. You wouldn t believe how different New York is from Texas! The colors, the smells, the noises everything is different. We couldn t get over how crowded it was: all of the people and cars on the streets and so much going on. We were excited to jump in and start seeing the sights. When we arrived at the TeenSay offices, Ms. Alvarez took us on a tour. We got to see how a magazine goes from a rough manuscript to a finished issue. I couldn t believe how much work and detail goes into each issue, and how many people it takes to do the work. My favorite part was seeing the bulletin board where sketches, rough drafts, and outlines get pinned up in sequence. We also met many of the employees, from illustrators and writers to photographers and editors, and they answered all of our questions. By the time the tour was over, Ms. Alvarez could tell that we were getting tired. She took us to her favorite restaurant, and on the way there we had a chance to do some window-shopping and check out some of the sights. All around us, people were speaking different languages. I told Ms. Alvarez that I thought I could spend a whole year in New York and still not see everything! When I see you at Mom s birthday party next week, I will tell you all about the sightseeing we are going to do tomorrow. I am enclosing a copy of my essay with this letter. So far, it has been a great trip. Love, Yoshiko

8 From whose point of view is this story told? Ms. Alvarez s Aunt Julia s Yoshiko s Eddie s Yoshiko is in New York City because she won the trip in an essay contest. she is visiting her Aunt Julia. Ms. Alvarez invited her to visit TeenSay Magazine. she wants to be a reporter someday. How would you describe Ms. Alvarez? Use details from the story to support your answer. Ms. Alvarez, was really friendly and easy to talk to. Since Ms. Alvarez and I were sitting next to each other, she told me a lot about herself and how she had ended up working at TeenSay Magazine. What conclusion can you draw about Yoshiko and Aunt Julia? They do not have a very good relationship. They are close and share their experiences with each other. Yoshiko writes to her aunt because her mother wants her to. Yoshiko and her aunt travel together frequently. Where does Yoshiko s adventure begin?

9 at the TeenSay offices at home in New York City at the airport Read this sentence from the story. She also loved planning and organizing events. What does organizing mean? attending taking part in arranging observing What are some of the differences between New York and Yoshiko s hometown? Use details from the story to support your answer. You wouldn t believe how different New York is from Texas! The colors, the smells, the noises everything is different. We couldn t get over how crowded it was: all of the people and cars on the streets and so much going on. Read this sentence from the story. She said that she still occasionally writes an article for them, but she loves what she does now. What is a synonym for the word occasionally? sometimes

10 frequently never always

11 Read the following article carefully then answer the questions that follow. A snow leopard roars in the high mountains of Asia. A black rhinoceros gallops across the plains of Africa. A grizzly bear hunts for fish in a North American river. A mother blue whale and her calf glide through the deep waters of the ocean. All of these animals share the Earth with us. They fascinate us with their beauty, their grace, and their speed. We love observing their behavior, and learning more about their habits. But just loving them is not enough. All of these animals are endangered. Many of them have died, and without special care, they may someday disappear from the Earth. Why is it important to care for animals like these? One reason is to protect the balance of life on Earth. Another reason is the beauty of the animals themselves. Each species of animal is special. Once it is gone, it is gone forever. Africa was once filled with an abundance of wild animals. But that is changing fast. One of these animals, the black rhinoceros, lives on the plains of Africa. It has very poor eyesight and a very bad temper! Even though the black rhino is powerful, and can be dangerous, its strength can t always help it to escape hunters. Some people think that the rhino s horn has magical powers, and many hunters kill rhinos for their valuable horns. This has caused the black rhino to be placed on the endangered species list. The elephant seems to represent all that is strong and wild in Africa. It once had no natural enemies, but is now endangered killed for its ivory tusks. The fastest land animal, the cheetah, also lives in Africa. It, too, is becoming extinct as people take over more and more of the land that is the cheetah's natural habitat. Imagine Africa without the powerful rhino, the gentle, intelligent elephant, or the lightning quick cheetah. Once they are gone, they are gone forever. Wherever people are careless about the land, there are endangered species. Grizzly bears like to wander great distances. Each bear needs up to 1,500 square miles of territory to call its homeland. Today, because forests have been cleared to make room for

12 people, the grizzly s habitat is shrinking and the grizzly is disappearing. It joins other endangered North American animals, such as the red wolf and the American crocodile. In South America, destruction of the rain forest threatens many animals. Unusual mammals, such as the howler monkey and the three-toed sloth, are endangered. Beautiful birds like the great green macaw and the golden parakeet are also becoming extinct. They re losing their homes in the rain forest, and thousands die when they are caught and shipped off to be sold as exotic pets. The giant panda of Asia is a fascinating and unique animal. Yet there are only about 1,000 still living in the wild. The giant panda s diet consists mainly of the bamboo plant, so when the bamboo forests die, so does the panda. China is now making an effort to protect these special creatures from becoming extinct. Asia s big cats are also in trouble. The exotic snow leopard lives high in the mountains. Even there, it faces the loss of its natural habitat, and hunters who kill it for its fur. The tiger, the largest of all the big cats, is hunted merely for sport. Ocean-dwelling animals are in danger of extinction as well. The blue whale is the largest animal in the world. It weighs up to 390,000 pounds. Whale hunting and pollution are this species greatest enemies. Unfortunately, it is people who cause many of the problems that animals face. We alter and pollute their habitats. We hunt them for skins, tusks, furs, and horns. We destroy animals that get in the way of farming or building. And we remove them from their natural habitats and take them home as pets. What can you do to help endangered animals? Learn as much as you can about them. The more you know, the more you can help. Make an effort to support zoos and wildlife groups. Many zoos breed endangered animals, helping to ensure that they will continue to live on. Contribute to groups, such as the National Wildlife Federation and the Sierra Club, that work hard to protect animals. You can also be a smart shopper and never buy a pet that has been raised in the wilderness. The world is made up of many living things, and each thing is dependent on the others to survive. If we allow even one species on Earth to become extinct, it has an impact on other living things and changes our world. When we mention any endangered wild animals, let s hope that we never again have to say, "Gone forever.

13 Which of the following is NOT an opinion? Read this quote. It is important for us to take care of endangered animals. The black rhinoceros is the most frightening animal in Africa. The fastest land animal, the cheetah, also lives in Africa. If we don t protect endangered animals now, we will regret it in the future. Why is it important to care for animals like these? One reason is to protect the balance of life on Earth. What does the author mean by the balance of life on Earth? Why is it important? Use details from the article to support your answer. Each species of animal is special. Once it is gone, it is gone forever. The elephant seems to represent all that is strong and wild in Africa. It once had no natural enemies, but is now endangered killed for its ivory tusks. If we allow even one species on Earth to become extinct, it has an impact on other living things and changes our world. Read this sentence from the article. Today, because forests have been cleared to make room for people, the grizzly s habitat is shrinking and the grizzly is disappearing. What does habitat mean? an animal s natural environment a bear s thick wool coat a bear s den an animal s vision Is the author effective in persuading the reader that protecting endangered animals is important? Why or why not? Use details from the article to support your answer. Students share their opinion and support with details from the passage.

14 Which of the following does NOT support the main idea of the article? Ocean-dwelling animals are in danger of extinction as well. Beautiful birds like the great green macaw are also becoming extinct. Wherever people are careless about the land, there are endangered species. The elephant seems to represent all that is strong and wild in Africa. Read this sentence from the article. They fascinate us with their beauty, their grace, and their speed. What is an antonym for the word fascinate thrill bore scare humor What will happen to some animal species if current trends continue? Their numbers will increase. There will be no significant change. They will become extinct. They will move to other habitats. How does the author feel about the fate of endangered animals? disinterested concerned pleased confused

15 SECTION C: GRAMMAR I. Demonstrative and Interrogative Pronouns a. Write whether each underlined word is a demonstrative or interrogative pronoun. 1. This is the present I gave my mother. demonstrative 2. Of all the courses, that is my best. demonstrative 3. Which is your name? interrogative 4. Which is your house? interrogative 5. These belong to the band. demonstrative 6. Of all the flowers, which bloom earliest in spring? interrogative 7. Whose is that bicycle in the driveway? interrogative 8. Those were painted by Monet. demonstrative 9. He said these are the world s smallest birds. demonstrative b. Find the demonstrative and interrogative pronouns in the following sentences. Then write whether it is a demonstrative or interrogative pronoun. 1. What is the starting time of the game? what- interrogative 2. If that is true, who will help us? that- demonstrative who- interrogative 3. Bob can't decide between these or those. these + those- demonstrative 4. Whom did Alex meet at the dance?

16 whom- interrogative 5. That is my sweater. that- demonstrative 6. These are Mike's gloves and those are Anne's. these+those demonstrative 7. If Mom has the keys, then whose are these? whose- interrogative these- demonstrative 8. This is Amy's first trip to the East. this- demonstrative 9. Which of those does Lucy want? which- interrogative those- demonstrative 10. What does Ruth think this could be? what- interrogative this- demonstrative c. Complete the following sentences using a demonstrative or interrogative pronoun. 1. Who is that boy sitting next to Peter? 2. That was a horrible experience. 3. These are our children. 4. Which is the road that leads to the railway station? 5. Who told you this story? 6. What do you mean? 7. Whom shall we invite to preside over the function? 8. Where is your phone? 9. Are the people living in a village happier than those living in a town? 10. Who is your father? 11. This is the house that belongs to my grandfather.

17 12. Whom shall we contact? 13. Who can answer this question? 14. Whose bag is this? II. Adjectives a. Underline the adjectives in each sentence below. Circle the words they modify. 1. The car sustained heavy damage in the accident. 2. He has written several stories. 3. A dog is very faithful to its master. 4. Every man has his duties. 5. He is a man of few words. 6. The way was long, the wind was cold. 7. He calls me every day. 8. I have not seen him in several days. 9. John won the second prize. 10. He died a glorious death. 11. A small leak is enough to sink a great ship. 12. King Francis was a hearty king and loved a royal sport. b. Underline the adjectives in each sentence. 1. I need to know the sizes of the children so I can buy them new clothes. (1 adjective) 2. The surface of the dining table needs to be wiped clean. (1 adjective) 3. Mrs. Ellis read a book about a green snake to us. (1 adjective) 4. The world's largest copper deposit is in Butte, Montana. (2 adjectives) 5. I will admit that it is hard for me to get up in the morning. (1 adjectives) 6. The state of Iowa is known for its corn crops. (1 adjective)

18 7. Our teacher needed to prepare us for the upcoming exam. (1 adjective) 8. Where is my Power Rangers comic book? (1 adjective) 9. We took a kettle on the camping trip with us so we could boil water. (1 adjective) 10. Residents of the area do not want a cell tower built near their homes. (1 adjective) c. Use one adjective from the list to complete each sentence. elderly social apt bright camping different every foolish good keen late math power steady 1. We deprive ourselves of rest when we stay up too late. 2. The apt knife cut my finger. 3. Carl was foolish to think that his parents would believe his lie. 4. social despair is in no one's interests. 5. You are a keen student in science. 6. It is not good to deprive your body of food. 7. elderly people are more prone to injuries and heat stroke. 8. You will expose your film if you open your camera under a bight light. 9. The drink is a blend of different flavors of juice. 10. Dad used a power drill to fix the door. 11. We took a kettle on the camping trip with us so we could boil water. 12. I will finish my math work later. 13. You should hold the needle _steady if you want to thread it the first time. 14. I read the newspaper every day.