Grade 8 Stand-Alone Items 2011 & 2010

11 Beth has chosen formation and current status of volcanoes for her research paper. Which of these books would be the best source of information for her paper? Ο A. Alaskas GiantsAn in-depth look at Alaskas active volcanoes Ο B. Outdoor Survival SkillsHow to survive and thrive in a wilderness environment Ο C. Volcano ProjectA step-by-step guide to creating the perfect science fair volcano project Ο D. The Cascade Mountain RangeA guide to touring the beautiful mountain range that extends from Oregon into Canada 11 Beth has chosen formation and current status of volcanoes for her research paper. Which of these books would be the best source of information for her paper? Ο A. Alaskas GiantsAn in-depth look at Alaskas active volcanoes Ο B. Outdoor Survival SkillsHow to survive and thrive in a wilderness environment Ο C. Volcano ProjectA step-by-step guide to creating the perfect science fair volcano project Ο D. The Cascade Mountain RangeA guide to touring the beautiful mountain range that extends from Oregon into Canada Critical Thinking 8: Analyze usefulness of resources (Reading GLEs 2.3.2, 3.1.1) 2011

12 Read the sentence below. By providing a four-minute passing period between classes, Southworth Middle School students have plenty of time to get a drink, go to the restroom, stop by lockers and say hello to friends. What is the authors purpose for writing the sentence? Ο A. To encourage a shorter passing time between classes Ο B. To show there is enough time to transition between classes Ο C. To show students are allowed to get a drink between classes Ο D. To encourage students to stop by their lockers between classes 12 Read the sentence below. By providing a four-minute passing period between classes, Southworth Middle School students have plenty of time to get a drink, go to the restroom, stop by lockers and say hello to friends. What is the authors purpose for writing the sentence? Ο A. To encourage a shorter passing time between classes Ο B. To show there is enough time to transition between classes Ο C. To show students are allowed to get a drink between classes Ο D. To encourage students to stop by their lockers between classes Critical Thinking 9: Analyze authors purpose and evaluate effectiveness for different audiences (includes fact/opinion; authors point of view, tone, and use of persuasive devices) (Reading GLEs 2.4.2, 2.4.3, 2.4.4) 2011

13 Look at the poster below. What stylistic device is used in the poster? Ο A. Metaphor Ο B. Repetition Ο C. Alliteration Ο D. Personification Literary Analysis 05: Demonstrate understanding of authors use of literary elements (character, setting, plot, genre, etc.) and literary devices (simile, metaphor, alliteration, personification, etc.) (Reading GLEs 2.2.2, 2.2.3, 2.3.3) 2010

12 Read the dictionary definition below. A photo display of the staff is a fixture in the middle school yearbook. Which definition of fixture is used in the sentence? Ο A. Definition 1 Ο B. Definition 2 Ο C. Definition 3 Ο D. Definition 4 fixture (fiks-ch ә r) n. 1. A person or thing long established in the same place 2. An event that takes place regularly 3. The act of fixing 4. Any of various devices for holding parts in certain positions during assembly Comprehension 04: Understand and apply content vocabulary critical to the meaning of the text (Reading GLE 1.3.2) 2010