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Question 1 (8 points)
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What is the meaning of the word hybrid as it is used in this sentence from the passage?
“To that extent, some automobile companies have addressed the issue by creating hybrid vehicles that run on a combination of electrical power and gasoline.” (Paragraph 1)
Question 1 options:
A)
. to put or fit together
B)
the offspring of two plants or animals of different species
C)
a thing made by combining two different elements
D)
something that separates or divides.
Question 2 (8 points)
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The following question has two parts. Answer Part A and then answer Part B.
Part A: What is the meaning of the word tumultuous as it is used in this sentence from the passage?
“For example, the ocean is often a tumultuous environment.”
Question 2 options:
A)
Noisy
B)
Uncontrolled
C)
Distraught
D)
Peaceful
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Part B: Select two sentences from the passage that help readers determine the meaning of the word.
Question 3 options:
Algae, corrosion, and barnacles (sea organisms) can interfere with mechanical components.
While the concept of ocean power is very promising, the technologies to use it are still in their infancy.
Furthermore, these components are still very expensive because they are not manufactured on a larger scale.
Existing problems must be addressed.
Powerful storms can dislodge wave-power machines.
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The following question has two parts. Answer Part A and then answer Part B.
Part A: What is the meaning of the word thermal as it is used in this sentence from the passage?
Question 4 options:
A)
Caused by the lowering of temperatures
B)
A rising air current
C)
Caused by heat
D)
Related to motion
Question 5 (8 points)
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Part B: Select two phrases from the passage that help readers determine the meaning of the word.
Question 5 options:
Because of their immense size
The surface is warmed by the Sun
uses the thermal energy present in ocean waters
anyone descending into the ocean.
Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC)
Question 6 (8 points)
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In the section “Need for Change,” What does the word essential suggest about fossil fuels?
Question 6 options:
A)
Fossil fuels will never be replaced by renewable energy.
B)
Fossil fuels represent the true nature of our modern society.
C)
Fossil fuels are obtained from a plant through distillation.
D)
Fossil fuels are an absolutely necessity for modern life.
Question 7 (8 points)
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How does the following sentence contribute to the central idea of the passage?
“Scientists believe that Earth’s oceans contain the best potential for generating energy.”
Question 7 options:
A)
It describes the amount of energy oceans can generate.
B)
It provides an example of a non-renewable resource.
C)
It develops the need for clean water.
D)
It introduces the importance of the ocean.
Question 8 (8 points)
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The following question has two parts. Answer Part A and then answer Part B.
Part A: Which section describes the drawback of ocean power?
Question 8 options:
A)
Need for Change
B)
Tidal Energy
C)
Hydropower
D)
Practice Makes Perfect
Question 9 (8 points)
Part B: How does this section contribute to the development of the passage?
Question 9 options:
A)
It describes the history of humans harnessing the power of water.
B)
It illustrates the challenges which must be overcome before ocean power can be used.
C)
It develops the idea that society relies too heavily on fossil fuels.
D)
It provides a call to action, challenging the reader to do something to help the environment.
