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social studies

grade-5

the-great-depression-part-i

Complete the sentence. At the start of the Great Depression, ___ was president of the United States.

language arts

grade-11

interpret-the-meaning-of-an-allusion-from-its-source

Read the source of the allusion. In Greek mythology, Scylla and Charybdis were two sea monsters located on either side of a narrow strait in the Mediterranean Sea. What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

language arts

grade-7

analyze-passages-from-anne-of-green-gables-part-2

Review the passage. Miss Barry said severely, "I don't think it is any excuse for you that you were only in fun. Little girls never indulged in that kind of fun when I was young. You don't know what it is to be awakened out of a sound sleep, after a long and arduous journey, by two great girls coming to bounce down on you." "I don't know, but I can imagine," said Anne eagerly. "I'm sure it must have been very disturbing. But then, there is our side of it too. Have you any imagination, Miss Barry? If you have, just put yourself in our place. We didn't know there was anybody in that bed and you nearly scared us to death. It was simply awful the way we felt. And then we couldn't sleep in the spare room after being promised. I suppose you are used to sleeping in spare rooms. But just imagine what you would feel like if you were a little orphan girl who had never had such an honor." All the snap had gone by this time. Miss Barry actually laughed—a sound which caused Diana, waiting in speechless anxiety in the kitchen outside, to give a great gasp of relief. **"I'm afraid my imagination is a little rusty—it's been so long since I used it," she said. "I dare say your claim to sympathy is just as strong as mine.** It all depends on the way we look at it. Sit down here and tell me about yourself." "I am very sorry I can't," said Anne firmly. "I would like to, because you seem like an interesting lady, and you might even be a kindred spirit although you don't look very much like it. But it is my duty to go home to Miss Marilla Cuthbert. But before I go I do wish you would tell me if you will forgive Diana and stay just as long as you meant to in Avonlea." "I think perhaps I will if you will come over and talk to me occasionally," said Miss Barry. That evening Miss Barry told the senior members of the household that she had unpacked her valise. Adapted from L. M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables Look at the text in **bold**. What does this text reveal about Miss Barry?

social studies

grade-5

understand-overall-supply-and-demand

Last year, 50,000 people lived in the city of Hillsboro. But since then, 8,000 people have moved away. What probably happened to the overall supply of houses for sale in Hillsboro?

social studies

grade-8

causes-of-the-american-revolution-the-french-and-indian-war

As British land speculators started claiming more and more land in the Ohio River Valley, French colonists built forts throughout the valley to protect their own claims. In 1753, the colonial government of Virginia sent a young officer named George Washington into the Ohio River Valley with a letter. Read the passage from the letter. Then answer the question below. The lands upon the River Ohio are . . . known to be the property of the Crown of Great Britain. . . . It is a matter of equal concern and surprise to me to hear that . . . French forces are erecting fortresses and making settlements upon that river, within his Majesty's domains. . . . In obedience with my instructions, it becomes my duty to require your peaceable departure. erecting:building domains:territory peaceable:peaceful Based on the letter, what was George Washington's mission?

language arts

kindergarten

what-am-i

Answer the riddle. You can dig me. You can fill me. You might fall in me! What am I?

language arts

grade-5

is-it-a-complete-sentence-a-fragment-or-a-run-on

Which is a **sentence fragment**?

language arts

grade-6

choose-between-the-past-tense-and-past-participle

Complete the sentence with the correct form of the verb. Finn ___ to leave the blister on his hand uncovered.

language arts

grade-6

determine-the-meaning-of-idioms-from-context-set-2

What is the meaning of **cream of the crop**? The judges said that all of the contest entries were excellent, but Justine's was the **cream of the crop** and earned a ribbon.

language arts

grade-7

identify-vague-pronoun-references

Which of the following contains a vague pronoun reference?

language arts

grade-4

determine-the-meaning-of-idioms-from-context-set-2

What is the meaning of **bleeding heart**? Robert complained that some **bleeding heart** was trying to protect the wild bears even though they might hurt people.

language arts

grade-8

is-the-word-an-adjective-or-adverb

Is the word in bold an adjective or an adverb? At the conference, I heard an **absolutely** incredible speaker give a talk about the history of aviation.

language arts

grade-11

use-words-as-clues-to-the-meanings-of-greek-and-latin-roots

The word advocate contains the root voc. What does the root voc mean?

language arts

grade-9

determine-the-main-idea-of-a-passage

Read the passage. We generally think of our senses as having completely separate functions. This is a logical assumption; after all, we can't see with our ears or taste with our eyes. For people with a condition called "synesthesia", however, senses can be conflated, or mixed together. In fact, the word "synesthesia", derived from Greek, literally means "sensations together." This combining of senses causes interesting sensory experiences. For example, some synesthetes (people who experience "synesthesia") imagine tasting a particular flavor whenever they hear a certain sound. Others "hear" a sound in their minds whenever they touch a certain object. The most common types of "synesthesia" involve colors. In one common subtype, for instance, synesthetes associate different colors with different letters of the alphabet. Typically, synesthetes are not bothered by their "synesthesia"; in fact, many enjoy it. What is the main, or central, idea of the passage?

social studies

grade-3

bill-gates

In 1975, Bill Gates and his friend Paul Allen started Microsoft. What is Microsoft?

language arts

grade-5

select-the-words-that-dont-belong

Select the description that "doesn't" belong.

language arts

grade-8

determine-the-meanings-of-words-with-greek-and-latin-roots

What does the word beneficiary mean?

language arts

grade-9

identify-sentence-fragments

Is this a sentence fragment? Driving along the northeastern shore of Lake Michigan, travelers can pass through quaint villages and stop at the nineteenth-century Grand Traverse Lighthouse.

language arts

grade-5

identify-text-structures

Read the text. It takes a long time and a lot of hard work to become a "veterinarian". You'll want to start by finishing high school and going on to college. During college, you might study biology, chemistry, or animal science. Then, after four years of college, you'll attend four years of veterinary school. There you will learn more about medicine and animals and how to care for them. After finishing veterinary school, you will need to pass a test called a licensing exam. Then, at last, you can work as a "veterinarian". Which text structure does the text use?

language arts

grade-8

trace-an-argument

Read the text. title: Early to Bed and Early to Rise Does the sound of the morning alarm fill you with dread? If so, you might be a "night owl." Night owls go to bed later and wake up later than "early birds" (also known as early risers). They also hit their peak energy and productivity at later points in the day. Approximately twenty-five percent of people are great at getting up early, while another twenty-five percent are better at staying up late. Everyone else falls somewhere in the middle. But there's no doubt that it's better to be an early riser than a night owl. Research shows many benefits for early risers. According to certain studies, people who get up early tend to do better academically and are more focused than night owls. Studies show that brains are more alert in the morning, which allows early risers to think more clearly. Early risers also tend to be more motivated and set more ambitious learning goals for themselves than night owls do. Because there are fewer interruptions in the morning, early risers have time to plan ahead and set goals. And most early risers have regular sleeping habits. This can lead to health benefits and a greater sense of well-being. Moreover, studies show that early risers can be easier to get along with than night owls. More importantly, society often assumes that early risers are more responsible than those who have to drag themselves out of bed. Since early risers are widely perceived as being more responsible, they may be more likely to get hired for jobs or selected for leadership roles. In fact, there are several common sayings related to the benefits of rising early. For example, "Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise" and "The early bird gets the worm." Our culture is full of stories of leaders waking up extremely early and having a productive day before the rest of the world is awake. Famous early risers include Oprah Winfrey and former U.S. president George W. Bush. Thus, many people believe that getting up early is the key to success. Though the benefits to being an early riser are numerous, being a night owl also has its benefits. Night owls are generally more creative than early risers. They also demonstrate better memory, processing speed, and cognitive ability, according to some research. They may be more adventurous, seeking out new experiences more readily than early risers. Plus, early risers are not the only people primed for success. Well-known night owls include former U.S. president Barack Obama and former British prime minister Winston Churchill. Whether you're naturally a night owl or an early bird is mostly based on your body's chronotype, which Merriam-Webster's online dictionary defines as "the internal circadian rhythm or body clock of an individual that influences the cycle of sleep and activity in a 24-hour period." In short, we are born wired one way or the other. However, it is possible to change your habits. And given the benefits of being an early riser, it may be worth the effort. What is the author's main claim or argument?

language arts

grade-11

analyze-the-effects-of-figures-of-speech-on-meaning-and-tone

Review the passage. The allusion is shown in bold. As the days continued to lengthen and warm in April 1864, **the realization that the Army of Northern Virginia, from a purely physical standpoint, faced a herculean task even to survive surfaced.** Men and horses had eaten barely enough through the winter to stay alive. Grant's delay in opening up the spring campaign was greeted favorably in that the horses could get some forage from new grasses. The morale of Lee's army under these circumstances was amazingly high. From Robert Bluford, Jr., The Battle of Totopotomoy Creek. Copyright 2014 by Robert Bluford Jr. What is the effect of the allusion on the passage's meaning or tone?

language arts

grade-2

use-time-order-words

Complete the text with the better word. , Kelly was in Italy. Tomorrow, she will be in Germany.

language arts

kindergarten

choose-the-lowercase-letter-that-matches-f-i-j-l-m-t-y

Pick the lowercase letter that matches. F

language arts

grade-2

use-time-order-words

Complete the text with the better word. Lucy started by mixing the eggs together. ___, she poured them into a pan.

language arts

grade-9

determine-the-meanings-of-words-with-greek-and-latin-roots

What does the word beneficiary mean?

language arts

grade-4

use-subordinating-conjunctions

Complete the sentence with the better conjunction. ___ Ms. Stephenson is wearing a heavy sweater, she's still cold.

language arts

grade-6

is-it-a-complete-sentence-or-a-run-on

Which is a **complete sentence**?

language arts

grade-9

use-the-correct-frequently-confused-word

Complete the text with the correct word. Reba ___ the fragile porcelain figurine on some tissue paper and wrapped it carefully before packing it away in a box.

language arts

grade-5

is-the-sentence-simple-compound-or-complex

Which is a **compound sentence**?

language arts

grade-10

is-it-a-phrase-or-a-clause

Is the group of words in bold a phrase or a clause? Reagan has all the qualifications listed for the accountant position **at the tax firm**.

language arts

pre-k

choose-the-lowercase-letter-that-matches-c-k-o-p-s-u-v-w-x-z

Pick the lowercase letter that matches. O

language arts

grade-5

determine-the-meanings-of-similes-and-metaphors

What is the meaning of the simile? Kendrick and Layla smiled for the camera like movie stars.

language arts

grade-10

analogies

Complete the analogy. conductor is to baton as judge is to

social studies

grade-5

the-lewis-and-clark-expedition

In 1800, where did most Americans live?

language arts

grade-5

create-compound-sentences

Form a compound sentence. The experiment was a ___.

language arts

grade-9

determine-the-main-idea-of-a-passage

Read the passage. Rosa Parks began advocating for equal rights for African Americans in the 1940s, when she was a young woman. She organized community meetings, helped find lawyers for those who had been falsely accused of crimes, and assisted citizens in navigating the cumbersome and discriminatory voter registration process. However, Parks did not become well known until 1955, when she refused a bus driver's order to relinquish her seat to a white passenger. She then helped lead a successful boycott against the bus company. In the following years, Parks continued her activism, eventually working for a U.S. congressman. In 1987, she cofounded the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self Development, an organization dedicated to training and inspiring young people. Having devoted her life to the quest for justice, Rosa Parks is considered an American hero. What is the main, or central, idea of the passage?

language arts

grade-5

use-the-progressive-verb-tenses

Complete the sentence with the correct helping verb. When we last saw him, Tyrone ___ writing his first novel. Now he's working on a play.

social studies

grade-5

world-war-i-the-road-to-peace

Complete the text. In January 1919, the Allies started a peace conference, or meeting. The conference lasted for almost a whole year. The conference was held near the city of ___.

social studies

grade-5

the-american-revolution-struggle-for-independence

Read the story. Then answer the question. Help from Fort Ticonderoga In the fall of 1775, the Continental Army fought only small battles against the British troops in Boston. General Washington knew the army needed more weapons if they wanted to drive the British from Boston. So, Washington sent a team to bring back cannons from Fort Ticonderoga, in northern New York. A small group of soldiers and engineers used large sleds to drag the cannons 250 miles through the snow. The journey took months. But in early 1776, the soldiers returned to Boston with 59 cannons. Why did General Washington send a mission to Fort Ticonderoga in late 1775?

language arts

grade-7

vocabulary-review-trace-an-argument

Look at the word **attributed** as used in the passage "Will, the 'Real' Shakespeare, Please Stand Up." Doubters' arguments usually rest on two claims. First, they argue that Shakespeare wasn't educated enough to write the plays credited to him. . . . How could a low-born, relatively uneducated person have become one of the greatest writers of all time? He couldn't have, doubters insist. As a result, they speculate that some other (better-educated and better-born) writer was really the author of the plays **attributed** to Shakespeare. What does **attribute** mean?

social studies

kindergarten

months-of-the-year

What month comes right after January?

language arts

grade-8

analyze-the-effects-of-figures-of-speech-on-meaning-and-tone

Review the passage. The personification is shown in bold. "Aline!" Aline, ugly, neat and enigmatic, appeared with the breakfast-tray. A delicious scent preceded her. Mrs. Clephane raised herself on a pink elbow, shook her hair over her shoulders, and exclaimed: "Violets?" Aline permitted herself her dry smile. "From a gentleman." Color flooded her mistress's face. Hadn't she known that something good was going to happen to her that morning—**hadn't she felt it in every touch of the sunshine, as its golden fingertips pressed her lids open and wound their way through her hair?** She supposed she was superstitious. She laughed expectantly. From Edith Wharton, The Mother's Recompense. Copyright 1925 by Edith Wharton What is the effect of the personification on the passage's meaning or tone?

language arts

grade-11

determine-the-meanings-of-words-with-greek-and-latin-roots

What does the word gregarious mean?

social studies

grade-3

thurgood-marshall

Complete the sentence. Thurgood Marshall was chosen to be on the Supreme Court by ___ in ___.

social studies

grade-5

world-war-i-the-road-to-war

World War I started in 1914. It ended four years later. In what year did World War I end?

language arts

grade-11

suggest-appropriate-revisions

Read the following excerpt from a student essay. How can the writer best improve his or her **word choice**? Automobile companies should be required to manufacture more fuel-efficient vehicles. This shift would help the environment by lowering the demand for crude oil and lowering the level of pollutants released into the atmosphere. If fuel-efficient cars were manufactured, the economy would improve, too. As people lowered their expenses for gas, they would be able to increase spending on other products. Also, manufacturing these cars would drive technology forward: other new products would likely be manufactured, too.

language arts

grade-3

determine-the-meanings-of-words-with-greek-and-latin-roots

What does the word biosphere mean?

social studies

grade-5

federal-government

Where are the federal government's main buildings?

social studies

grade-8

causes-of-the-civil-war-dred-scott-to-secession

As the nation became more divided over slavery, violence between pro-slavery and anti-slavery Americans increased. Abolitionists, or people who wanted slavery to end, often disagreed about strategy. For example, the abolitionist John Brown believed that a slave rebellion would end slavery. Given this belief, which of the following options was likely John Brown's plan?

language arts

grade-3

use-actions-and-dialogue-to-understand-characters

Read the sentences. Joe pushed his glasses up his nose. Then he crouched down so that he could look more closely at the insect. Based on these sentences, how is Joe probably feeling?

language arts

grade-8

analyze-short-stories

Which quote from the story best supports the idea that Madeline wants to share the moment with her friends?

language arts

grade-9

trace-an-argument-set-1

Read the text. title: Heading Crosstown? Take a Bike Bike-sharing programs have grown in popularity in the United States, transforming how Americans get around cities. The concept is simple: People can rent a bike for a short period of time from fleets of bikes set up around town. These bike-share programs add value to cities by reducing traffic congestion, increasing mobility, and improving public health. Though some people are skeptical of programs like these, the initiative has taken hold. The first bike-sharing program in the U.S. was established in Denver, Colorado, in 2010. Today, similar programs exist in more than sixty cities across the country. In large metropolitan areas, bike sharing can make a difference in inner-city congestion. A 2014 report from the New York City Department of Transportation showed that even after some traffic lanes were converted to bike lanes to accommodate bike shares, travel times by car stayed the same or improved—by fourteen percent on one busy avenue. "In places like Washington, D.C., and Chicago, you see people in suits and ties riding the bikes because it's a convenient and effective way to get to work," said Joshua Schank, president and CEO of the nonprofit Eno Center for Transportation. In fact, participants in some cities report that they substitute rides via bike shares for car trips as much as twenty percent of the time. Bike shares are advantageous not only for daily commuters but also for visitors who'd like to tour a city. Indeed, riding a bike is probably the best way to see any city. There is no better way of experiencing a city's sights and neighborhoods. "And nothing beats the experience of riding up and down the National Mall on a bike," says Andy Clarke, president of the League of American Bicyclists based in Washington, D.C. Many like Clarke view bike-share programs as tourist attractions in themselves. Bike sharing is also good exercise. A 2015 study conducted in Minneapolis concluded that bike-share participants completed more than twenty-three thousand hours of physical activity over the course of one year. Furthermore, many highlight the health benefits that come with reductions in traffic-related smog. In fact, a study of New York's Citi Bike program concluded that the city's addition of bike lanes reduced pollution, thereby benefiting even those who don't use the program. Additionally, studies show that bicycle commuters report not only improved health but also increased happiness and less stress. Some question whether or not bike-share programs are merely a part of ongoing urban gentrification, a type of development seen as catering to the wealthy and shutting out those with little money. Critics assert that bike-sharing programs are unfair to disadvantaged populations who can't afford the deposits and hefty penalty fees charged by some providers. One metropolitan bike-share company charges twelve hundred dollars to a renter's credit card if the bike is not returned to its dock at the designated time. Most bike-rental programs also require the use of a credit card, which excludes those who don't have good enough credit to qualify for one. Bike-share companies are beginning to pay attention to these complaints, though, offering cash programs, fee waivers, and lower rates for low-income customers. As a result of efforts to answer these concerns and make bike sharing attractive and available to all area residents—not just the wealthy—attitudes may be shifting. A Portland State study of three urban areas showed that the overwhelming majority of residents in those low-income neighborhoods favored bike sharing. Plus, for the average city resident, bike shares are more affordable than other options. Mario, a twenty-nine-year-old San Francisco bike-share user, states, "It's the cheapest transportation option we have." In regard to the burden on taxpayers, an analysis by People for Bikes concludes that the taxes used to fund bike-sharing programs are far lower than the taxes used to fund public transit. Clearly, the many benefits of bike sharing outweigh its drawbacks. It's no wonder, then, that brightly colored fleets of bikes are popping up in cities across the country, and people are hopping on. What is the author's main claim or argument?

language arts

grade-10

use-the-correct-foreign-expression

Complete the text with the correct foreign expression. Although the paparazzi went wild when Kimberly Todd, Hollywood's latest megastar, arrived at the movie premiere, Ms. Todd appeared rather ___ about the whole event.

language arts

grade-4

identify-the-meaning-of-idioms-and-adages-set-1

What is the meaning of **haste makes waste**?

language arts

grade-6

use-the-progressive-verb-tenses

Complete the sentence with the correct helping verb or verbs. Edgar ___ trying on one more shirt right now, but he'll be ready to leave soon.

language arts

grade-9

classify-figures-of-speech-review

Which figure of speech is used in this text? When I was a teenager, **reading was my ticket** to foreign lands: I traveled to India, China, and Antarctica without ever leaving the comfort of my home.

social studies

grade-2

benjamin-franklin

Complete the sentence. Benjamin Franklin played an important part in ___.

language arts

grade-3

choose-between-adjectives-and-adverbs

Choose the word that best describes the noun in bold. Will Mrs. Murphy be driving to work at the ___ **time**?

social studies

grade-6

understand-overall-supply-and-demand

Last year, there were seven men's clothing stores on Main Street in Greenpoint. This year, there are only three. What probably happened to the overall supply of men's shirts in Greenpoint?

social studies

grade-2

state-government

Who makes laws at the state level?

social studies

grade-2

cesar-chavez

Cesar Chavez spent most of his life in which state?

language arts

grade-12

classify-the-figure-of-speech-anaphora-antithesis-apostrophe-assonance-chiasmus-understatement

Which figure of speech is used in this text? Roll on, **thou dark and deep blue Ocean**—roll! —Lord Byron, "Childe Harold's Pilgrimage"

language arts

grade-7

classify-figures-of-speech

Which figure of speech is used in this text? Hear the sledges with the bells, Silver bells! . . . . . . . . . How they **tinkle, tinkle, tinkle**, In the icy air of night! —Edgar Allan Poe, "The Bells"

language arts

grade-8

which-definition-matches-the-sentence

What does **accessory** mean here? "The right accessory can make or break your outfit," the saleswoman at the boutique told Judy.

language arts

grade-5

use-the-correct-subject-or-verb

Complete the sentence with the best **verb**. Every year Uncle Sandeep and Aunt Gabrielle ___ me to spend the summer in Alaska.

language arts

grade-9

explore-words-with-new-or-contested-usages

Which text uses the word **factoid** in its traditional sense?

language arts

grade-11

determine-the-meanings-of-greek-and-latin-roots

What does the root **tract** mean?

language arts

grade-12

analyze-short-stories-set-2

Review the story. title: Harvest Tabby walked along Market Street on her way home from school. Orange string lights glittered around the lamp posts, and bales of hay stood ready on the street corners. She felt a flutter of anticipation, even though she wasn't going to be working at the harvest festival this year. This year she would be one of the seniors being honored at the festival. She had stayed late at school to get feedback on yet another college essay from Ms. Mueller. With a sympathetic smile, Ms. Mueller told Tabby that her essay was very moving and that she knew Tabby would miss her hometown, but her degree would be worth it. "You can come back and visit us when you have that doctorate," she said with a wink. At the time, Tabby responded gratefully. But the sight of the festival decorations on the way home prompted a flicker of guilt in her stomach. She knew that most of her classmates could blithely enjoy the festival knowing that they would be going on to do exactly what was expected of them—carrying on the town's traditions by staying close to family and farm. Spending many years at a large university in a city somewhere far from home wasn't supposed to be part of the plan. Tabby heard someone call her name. She turned to see Matt and Amy rushing to catch up. She smiled at them and waited. "We were just helping our mom set up downtown. But then she said she'd finish up on her own and sent us home," said Matt. "You know how she is. It's like she's already trying to get used to not having us around. You'd think she can't wait to get rid of us!" said Amy with a scowl. "Yeah, that's what I heard! She can't stand you two," Tabby teased. "Did you send your last applications in?" Tabby knew that the twins were under more pressure to cement their post-graduation plans than she was because their mom had sold their family's farm last year. Matt and Amy were the only other people Tabby knew who were planning to leave town after graduation. "Yes! Fingers crossed. What about you?" asked Matt. "Just finishing up one final essay," replied Tabby. "Are you applying to a new school?" asked Amy. "Maybe. Just trying to keep my options open," she said. She was still waiting to hear back about an early admission application she sent to her top-choice school. It had the program that she was most excited about. Amy frowned. "Well, I hope we're all in the same city next year!" she murmured, hugging herself and staring down the darkening street. Tabby could tell that Amy's mind was elsewhere. They walked together to Matt and Amy's house, and Tabby continued on to the small farmhouse where she lived with her parents, her grandfather, and her twenty-one-year-old brother Jeremiah. Tabby's family still had their farm. When Tabby got home, the farmhouse kitchen was bright, and her family was preparing packages with homemade crackers to sell at the festival. "This is taking forever, Tabby! Where were you?" complained Jeremiah. "At school. Here, you have to do one thing at a time. Let's make an assembly line," said Tabby. "Always trying to improve the process, aren't you, Tabs?" Jeremiah teased. Tabby knew what he was referring to. Last summer, Tabby had excitedly presented her winning science project to her grandfather and some of the other farmers in town. She had been thinking about how to improve grain storage without costly equipment, and she discovered a technique that seemed to work. The farmers agreed it was promising, but they weren't willing to take any chances with their crops or buyers. The memory quickly evaporated from Tabby's consciousness as she and her family worked together, chatting and laughing, until they had completed packing all of the crackers up for the festival. Then it hit her—this might be the last year she would help with this seasonal ritual. Feeling a little wistful, Tabby went to her room to to work on her essay some more. That's when she saw it on her bed—a large envelope from the school she was waiting to hear from. Her heart raced as she opened the letter. It was good news. She had been accepted into the prestigious school—the one with the world-renowned agricultural science program! The first person Tabby shared the news with was her grandfather. He gave her a big hug. "I guess my scientist girl still has farming in the blood," he said. "Yes! And I might come back and do some research right here in a few years, you know," she said. "Well, this old farm could certainly use some improvements! I'm proud of you, Tabitha," he said. "Thanks, Grandpa." Early the following morning, Tabby and Amy were sitting on a bale of hay in the town square. The town square was deserted now, but in just a few hours it would be crowded with festival-goers. "I can't believe you're going to be so far from home next year," said Amy. She pulled out a piece of hay and tossed it into Tabby's hair. "Are you sure you're not going to miss this?" she joked. "Hey, you're getting away from this, too," Tabby reminded her. But when she saw Amy furrow her brow at the reminder, she put her arm around her friend's shoulders. "It'll be okay, though. We're all going to be fine," she said. Amy smiled, and the two girls sat in peaceful silence. What is Tabby's main conflict?

language arts

grade-9

identify-the-verb-mood

Which verb mood is used in the **bold** part of the sentence? **When did Thomas Edison first conceive of his design** for the light bulb?

language arts

grade-11

use-parallel-structure

Complete the sentence. Bryant would make a superb mayoral candidate because he is engaging, ___, and always strives for excellence.

language arts

grade-6

use-words-as-clues-to-the-meanings-of-greek-and-latin-roots

The word evacuate contains the root vac. What does the root vac mean?

language arts

grade-8

use-the-correct-pair-of-correlative-conjunctions

Complete the sentence with the better correlative conjunctions. Bottlenose dolphins communicate with each other using ___ body language ___ sound. They leap in the air, slap their tails on the water's surface, and butt their heads together. They also whistle and produce high-frequency clicking sounds.

language arts

grade-6

compare-two-texts-with-different-genres

Read the following text from a historical novel. This excerpt is about the early days of the Jamestown colony. I lie in my bed, groaning from the pain in my belly. Whether it is from hunger, poison, or sickness, all I know is that I am miserable. On the days I can move, I bring food and water to Captain Smith, Reverend Hunt, and Richard. They are all sicker than I. Richard just looks at me when I bring him the salty water and wormy grain. I wonder if he thinks I am bringing him such bad fare out of spite, and not because it is all we have. His eyes are glassy, with a faraway look. I think he will likely die even before the two of us have had a chance to put the past behind us and become friends. From Elisa Carbone, "Blood on the River". Copyright 2006 by Elisa Carbone The previous text suggested that the settlers were sick and starving. How does this historical novel build on or challenge that idea?

language arts

grade-9

use-dictionary-entries-to-determine-correct-usage

Look at this dictionary entry. dictionary word: regrettable dictionary pos: adjective dictionary inflections: more regrettable, most regrettable dictionary entry: 1 causing regret Mrs. Becker made the regrettable decision to serve the cupcakes before they were fully cooked. dictionary etymology: from Old French (regreter) Which sentence uses the word **regrettable** correctly?

social studies

grade-2

ramadan

In which religion is Ramadan an important time of year?

language arts

grade-6

analyze-passages-from-harriet-tubman-conductor-on-the-underground-railroad-part-2

[After arriving in Pennsylvania], Harriet Tubman's moment of exultation passed quickly. According to her own words: "There was no one to welcome me to the land of freedom. I was a stranger in a strange land, and my home after all was down in the old cabin quarter with the old folks, and my brothers and sisters." When she thought of her family, left behind in Maryland, all of them slaves, her joy in having escaped rapidly left her. She decided that as soon as she could, she would go back to Dorchester County and lead her family North, too. She knew the way now. She knew what a fugitive would do on the nights when it rained, and the North Star was obscured. She had groped her way along, touching the bark of trees, finding out on which side the moss grew the thickest, moving slowly from tree to tree. Her hands had been cold, and the moss was spongy and wet, the bark of the trees was rough. But she had done it once, alone, and with the help of the Lord, she would do it again, and again, until she got all of her family out of Maryland. That year, 1849, she went to work in a hotel in Philadelphia, as a cook. She had always hated housework. She felt trapped inside the kitchen where she worked. Yet she stayed there a year, cooking, washing dishes and pots and pans, scrubbing the floor. She saved most of the money she earned, hoarding the tips she was given. She would need money when she went back into slave territory. At first she found Philadelphia a strange and frightening place. The streets were filled with people. There was the constant movement of horses and wagons and fine carriages. The buildings were taller than any she had ever seen. She was constantly surprised by the number of colored people that she saw, by their speech, and the fine clothes that they wore. She soon learned that many of these people were fugitive slaves like herself. She knew moments of homesickness when she longed for the quarter, remembering the old familiar smoky smell of the cabin, the good smell of the earth when it was plowed in the spring. Early in 1850 she visited the office of the Philadelphia Vigilance Committee. Sooner or later all fugitive slaves in the city went there seeking information about their relatives, or with requests for help of one kind or another. It was in this office, upstairs in Lebanon Seminary, that she learned the extent of the network of stops on the Underground Railroad. By 1850 the road was doing a tremendous volume of business. Philadelphia was its principal center in the East. Adapted from Ann Petry, Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad. Copyright 1955 by Ann Petry What is this passage mainly about?

language arts

grade-3

which-sentence-is-in-the-regular-past-tense

Which sentence is in the past tense?

social studies

grade-8

industrialization-in-the-gilded-age

Industrialization brought dramatic changes to Americans' daily lives. Read a modern scholar's description of those changes. Then answer the question below. Within a few decades, urban American homes became networked. . . . Instead of relying on candles and [fuel] carried into the home, each home was connected to the electricity network that provided electric light . . . Instead of relying on . . . outhouses and cesspools, each home was gradually connected to two more networks, one bringing in a supply of clean running water and the other taking waste out into sewers. Houses of the rich after 1880 and of the working class after 1910 were increasingly supplied with central heating. networked:connected to a large, complex system outhouses:outdoor toilets cesspools:underground pits for storing sewage Robert J. Gordon, The Rise and Fall of American Growth, Princeton University Press, 2016. What is the main idea of the passage?

social studies

grade-5

understand-overall-supply-and-demand

Last year, there were seven men's clothing stores on Main Street in Oxford. This year, there are only three. What probably happened to the overall supply of men's shirts in Oxford?

language arts

grade-10

use-etymologies-to-determine-the-meanings-of-words

"Agrarian" and "agriculture" are related English words that come from Latin. What does **agrarian** mean?

language arts

grade-5

use-key-details-to-determine-the-main-idea

Look at these details from a paragraph about the same topic: Many people enjoy pies filled with peaches, apples, or blueberries. Cobbler is a popular dessert of baked fruit topped with pieces of crust. Sherbet, a cold treat made of fruit or fruit juice, is often enjoyed in the summer. Choose the main, or central, idea that ties all the details together.

language arts

grade-9

choose-the-word-whose-connotation-and-denotation-best-match-the-sentence

Complete the sentence with the word that best fits the overall meaning and tone. Trucks started to ___ concrete and steel from the original east span of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge and transport it to another site.

language arts

grade-8

use-greek-and-latin-roots-as-clues-to-the-meanings-of-words

The root **pens** means "weigh out or distribute". What does the word **recompense** mean?

language arts

grade-8

is-it-a-complete-sentence-or-a-run-on

Which is a **run-on sentence**?

language arts

kindergarten

find-the-complete-sentence

Find the complete sentence.

language arts

grade-2

use-time-order-words

Complete the text with the better word. , Jane filled the glass with water. Next, she put a bunch of flowers into the glass.

language arts

grade-3

is-it-a-complete-sentence-a-fragment-or-a-run-on

Which is a **complete sentence**?

language arts

grade-10

identify-active-and-passive-voice

Which sentence is in passive voice?

language arts

grade-9

use-context-to-identify-the-meaning-of-a-word

Read the passage and then answer the question. During World War II, almost every military in the world proscribed female aviators in combat roles. The 588th Night Bomber Regiment, an all-female Soviet unit of fighter pilots, was a notable exception. The eighty-member unit was formed in 1941 at the urging of Marina Raskova, who was known as the Soviet Amelia Earhart. The pilots of the 588th served under conditions inimical to safety as they struggled to gain the respect of their male peers and superiors. They flew primarily night missions in flimsy plywood planes that lacked radios, radar, and even parachutes. Nevertheless, each pilot flew eight or more missions each night—as many as thirty thousand in total. Despite these disadvantages, the regiment's skill earned it a fearsome reputation among German forces. The women capably evaded enemy defenses by idling their engines and gliding stealthily toward their targets under the cover of night. This **covert** maneuver made a soft whooshing noise that German soldiers likened to the sound of a witch's broomstick. As a result, the women were dubbed the Night Witches—a name they claimed as a badge of honor. What is the meaning of **covert** as used in the passage?

language arts

grade-7

identify-vague-pronoun-references

Which of the following contains a vague pronoun reference?

language arts

grade-12

choose-the-best-evidence-to-support-a-claim

Consider this claim: Tablets should not replace textbooks because overuse of tablets can cause health problems for students. Which is the strongest evidence to support the claim?

language arts

grade-5

use-context-to-identify-the-meaning-of-a-word

Read the passage and then answer the question. Phillis Wheatley arrived in America on a slave ship in 1761. She was thought to be eight years old at the time. After her arrival, Phillis was sold to the Wheatleys, a Boston family whose last name she took. Members of the family helped teach Phillis how to read and write. Since most enslaved people were not allowed any schooling at that time, Phillis's education was an **anomaly**. Phillis learned about many topics, including history, languages, and science. At the age of thirteen, she published her first poem. In 1773, Phillis Wheatley made history by becoming the first African American to publish a book of poems. She became one of the first American women to do so as well. What is the meaning of **anomaly** as used in the passage?

social studies

grade-8

understand-overall-supply-and-demand

Last year, 50,000 people lived in the city of Oxford. But since then, 8,000 people have moved away. What probably happened to the overall supply of houses for sale in Oxford?

language arts

grade-3

choose-the-best-transition

Choose the transition that shows the order of events in time. Making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich is easy. ___, get out two pieces of bread. Then, spread peanut butter and jelly on the bread.

language arts

kindergarten

choose-the-lowercase-letter-that-matches-c-k-o-p-s-u-v-w-x-z

Pick the lowercase letter that matches. C

language arts

grade-10

choose-the-word-whose-connotation-and-denotation-best-match-the-sentence

Complete the sentence with the word that best fits the overall meaning and tone. To complete his article on 3-D printing before the end of the year, Mr. McKee had to ___ parts of the story to several writers.

language arts

grade-10

interpret-figures-of-speech

What does the **allusion** in this text suggest? A Good Samaritan identified only as Mr. Li captured the world's attention in May 2014 when he rushed across a street in China to catch a baby falling from a window.

language arts

grade-8

is-the-pronoun-reflexive-or-intensive

Is the pronoun in bold reflexive or intensive? Their business's success was far greater than what even they **themselves** had dared to imagine.

language arts

grade-11

is-the-sentence-simple-compound-complex-or-compound-complex

Which type of sentence is this? As Noah sat down on the rickety old chair, it abruptly collapsed beneath him.

language arts

grade-8

is-it-a-phrase-or-a-clause

Is the group of words in bold a phrase or a clause? Although Paula agreed to babysit her cousin on Saturday afternoon, she **accepted a friend's invitation to the grand opening of the new amusement park the same day**.