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What is the main reason the Bittering family moves to Mars?
What is the main reason the Bittering family moves to Mars?
- They want to study Martian culture
- They want to escape Earth's war (correct)
- They were forced to leave Earth due to overcrowding
- They are seeking new job opportunities
The first sign of change in the Bittering family is that they start speaking Martian.
The first sign of change in the Bittering family is that they start speaking Martian.
False (B)
What is the biggest psychological challenge astronauts face during space travel?
What is the biggest psychological challenge astronauts face during space travel?
Prolonged isolation
The article suggests that ______ simulations could help combat boredom during space missions.
The article suggests that ______ simulations could help combat boredom during space missions.
Match the technological advancements with their significance for Mars colonization:
Match the technological advancements with their significance for Mars colonization:
International collaboration in space exploration is primarily to ensure more manpower.
International collaboration in space exploration is primarily to ensure more manpower.
List two psychological strategies astronauts can use to manage long-term isolation.
List two psychological strategies astronauts can use to manage long-term isolation.
Terraforming Mars is considered an ______ and quick process.
Terraforming Mars is considered an ______ and quick process.
Identify the figurative language in the following sentence: 'The wind howled angrily, shaking the windows of the old house.'
Identify the figurative language in the following sentence: 'The wind howled angrily, shaking the windows of the old house.'
Which of the following is an example of a metaphor?
Which of the following is an example of a metaphor?
The main purpose of informative writing is to entertain the reader.
The main purpose of informative writing is to entertain the reader.
In informative writing, opinions are more important than facts.
In informative writing, opinions are more important than facts.
What type of conflict is present in a scenario where a young girl struggles to overcome her fear of public speaking?
What type of conflict is present in a scenario where a young girl struggles to overcome her fear of public speaking?
A simile compares two things using _____ or ___.
A simile compares two things using _____ or ___.
Match the writing purposes with their definitions:
Match the writing purposes with their definitions:
List two essential elements of informative writing.
List two essential elements of informative writing.
What does the word 'submerged' most likely mean?
What does the word 'submerged' most likely mean?
A pronoun replaces a noun in a sentence.
A pronoun replaces a noun in a sentence.
What is an example of a word with the suffix '-tion'?
What is an example of a word with the suffix '-tion'?
The Latin prefix 'sub-' means ______.
The Latin prefix 'sub-' means ______.
Match the words with their definitions:
Match the words with their definitions:
Which word best describes 'immense'?
Which word best describes 'immense'?
The suffix '-ary' in the word 'planetary' means 'Belonging to'.
The suffix '-ary' in the word 'planetary' means 'Belonging to'.
Which sentence correctly uses a conjunction?
Which sentence correctly uses a conjunction?
Flashcards
Submerged
Submerged
To be underwater or beneath a surface.
Immense
Immense
Huge or very large in size.
Forlorn
Forlorn
Lonely and abandoned, feeling sad or hopeless.
Mosaic
Mosaic
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Atmosphere
Atmosphere
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Chronic
Chronic
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Pronoun
Pronoun
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Adverb
Adverb
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Bittering family's move to Mars
Bittering family's move to Mars
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First change in the Bittering family
First change in the Bittering family
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Biggest challenge for astronauts
Biggest challenge for astronauts
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Solution for boredom in space
Solution for boredom in space
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Most critical tech for Mars colonization
Most critical tech for Mars colonization
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Importance of international collaboration
Importance of international collaboration
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The Bittering's transformation symbolizes
The Bittering's transformation symbolizes
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Strategies for managing isolation
Strategies for managing isolation
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Personification
Personification
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Simile
Simile
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Metaphor
Metaphor
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Informative Writing
Informative Writing
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Thesis Statement
Thesis Statement
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Conflict
Conflict
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Resolution
Resolution
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Strong Argument
Strong Argument
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Study Notes
Reading Comprehension Quiz
- Question 1: The Bittering family moved to Mars to escape Earth's war.
- Question 2: The first observable change in the Bittering family was their eyes turning golden.
- Question 3: The biggest psychological challenge for astronauts in space travel is prolonged isolation.
- Question 4: Virtual reality simulations are suggested as a solution to combat boredom during space missions.
- Question 5: Critical technological advancement for Mars colonization is 3D printing for construction.
- Question 6: International collaboration is important for space exploration due to cost reduction, fostering innovation, and increased manpower.
Additional Reading Comprehension Questions/Answers (pages 2-3)
- Question 7: The Bitterings successfully adapt to their new environment in the story. (True)
- Question 8: Astronauts on long space missions do not have real-time communication with Earth. (False)
- Question 9: Terraforming Mars is not considered an easy and quick process. (False)
- Question 10: Future space exploration heavily relies on renewable energy. (True)
- Questions 11-14: These are open-ended response questions, requiring students to provide their own answers based on the texts.
Revision Quiz - Analyze Craft and Structure (page 4)
- Question 1: The figurative language in the sentence "The wind howled angrily, shaking the windows of the old house" is personification.
- Question 2: An example of a metaphor is "The classroom was a zoo during recess."
- Question 3: The main purpose of informative writing is to provide factual information.
- Question 4: An essential element of informative writing is a clear thesis statement.
- Question 5: The best technique for developing ideas in a paragraph is using evidence to support the main idea.
- Question 6: The conflict in the scenario "A young girl struggles to overcome her fear of public speaking to win a debate competition" is man vs. self.
Additional Revision Quiz Questions/Answers (pages 5-8)
- Question 7: A resolution to a story is when the main character resolves the central conflict.
- Question 8: A strong argument is presented with reliable evidence.
- Question 9: A simile compares two things using "like" or "as."
- Question 10: In informative writing, facts are more important than opinions.
- Question 11: A short story does not always end with a resolution to the conflict.
- Question 12: Evaluating an argument involves assessing its evidence and reasoning.
- Question 13-16: These are open-ended response questions, requiring students to provide their own answers based on the texts.
- Question 17: Open-ended question requiring a paragraph with specific elements.
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