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Standard 2.0 Comprehension of Informational Text

Indicator 5. Identify and explain the author's use of language

Objective a. Identify and explain specific words or phrases that contribute to the meaning of a text

Selected Response Item
Read "Chinese Almond Cookies" and answer the following question.

What does the reader learn from the heading "YIELDS" in the recipe?

  1. How to make the cookies
  2. How long the cookies take to make
  3. What to make to go with the cookies
  4. How many cookies the recipe makes
/share/assessment_items/xml/items/msa_ela_4_023.xml

Correct Answer:
D

Selected Response Item
Read "Chinese Almond Cookies" and answer the following question.

How does the author help the reader understand the terms dash of salt, almond extract, and paring knife?

  1. He puts each term in bold print.
  2. He lists each term in the correct category.
  3. He repeats each term throughout the recipe.
  4. He provides additional information about each term.
/share/assessment_items/xml/items/msa_ela_4_026.xml

Correct Answer:
D

Selected Response Item
Read "Chinese Almond Cookies" and answer the following question.

Which word could be used instead of the word creamy in Step 2?

  1. lighter
  2. smooth
  3. solid
  4. tasty
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Correct Answer:
B
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