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Grade 9

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Part A: Reading Comprehension

Nonfiction

Directions: Read the following passageand answer the questions that follow. Refer

to the text to check your answers when appropriate.

Turkey

Turkey-the country, not the bird-is famously known as the"gateway to Asia" because of its location between the Middle~~ ~East an southeasternS..~r.9J2.e.With such a key position on themap, Turkey has a reat deal of historical importance, and~'-".....-.......-~,........----"'""'- """"- '" ~ •......•••

people have traveled through, traded across, and settled there

for thousands of years.

It's only about a ~n.!Q ~s big ~s t~ Uni!.~~, but ~ndclimates are remarkabl varied. From mountains to plateaus to low-lying coastalregions, the environments of Turkey have offered challenges and opportunities totheir inhabitants throughout history. In turn, people have learned how to make themost of what the land has to offer. Climatologists (people who study the long-termweather patterns and trends over specific areas) divide the countr into seven~ each of which has its own usual weather and distinct terrain. People havelearned to use the land within each section of the country for what it con-bestprovide, which is different for each area.The Marmara region, in the northwestern art of Turkey, is a small region of thecountry; however, it is also t e most~ primarily because it is hometo the country'sJg[gest cit ~. The Marmara region is noted for its rolling

hills, which are built up with houses, as well as the many apartment complexes andbusinesses throughout the metropolis of Istanbul.

The hills sometimes slope gently into the Bosphorus, the strait that divides ;Istanbul into eastern Asian nd western (Euro ean) sides, but other hills have

eroded into sharp cliffs. Ruins of fortresses built into the sides of these cliffsare reminders of how people once used the natural defensive quality of the landto their advantage. With high, steep vantage points, the cliffs helped the troopsstay safer, while fighting with greater aggression.

The Bosphorus not only divides Istanbul into east and west sides but also joins~

~ the Se of Marmara to the south and the Black Sea to the~ rt!> Because of all the waterways around (and through!) the city, Istanbul has

long been a vital trade hub. Day to day, people use the strait for transportationand commerce. Businessmen commute via ferries. Where there is water, ithasbeen easier, historically, to support many types of agriculture. Additionally, seasand rivers offer easy trade and transportation routes. The Aegean region of

~~Turkey is home to the second-largest ort cit in the country, Izmir, and people

~ ""--""--"'-have made the most of the mild winters and wet climate by farming cro s like~ '-------"'_--........olives and figs. The Black Sea Coast also has a rainy climate, which supports the~ •••.~ ~~--- --- <;-- - • - x, > -"...-.....---,--,,-

growth of over half of the world's supply of hazelnuts. - ~~ - -- ..•.. '---'Where there isn't water, farming and getting around can be more challenging.Southeastern Anatolia, a geographical region in (you guessed it!) the southeast ofTurkey, has always been dry and hot. Despite the little rain in the area, grains likewheat and barley are able to grow there. However, the nearby Tigris and Euphratesrivers have become the water sources of new irrigation programs, which helpfarmers in the region grow a greater variety of plants.Turkish people have certainly been able to adapt and use the country's sources ofwater, building cities along shorelines or developing strong agricultural productionover time in areas with good rainfall. However, Turkish people have also been ableto adapt to inland portions of the country that may not have as much access towater. North of theMediterranean coast, mountain ranges butt up against Central Anatolia'scharacteristic plateau lands. Although these lands receive little rain, grains like

1";) corn, wheat, and barley can be grown there, as well as cotton.(1l ~urkey's terrain is also known for its incredible mountains. Eastern Anatolia's

signature peaks aren't suited for farming the same fruits as the more temperateregions of the country, in part because of the ter.;rain and. plso becausetemperatures can drop deep below zero during the winter: However(the mountainsare suited for grazing and pastures, so livestock is a fraditional livelihood forpeople living there.') t ~';.

Turkey's varying climates and terrains have challenged settlers and travelers fromthe time of the Silk Road trade route (many centuries ago) to the modern day. One

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of the best ways to get an idea of how people adapt to climatic and geographicchallenges is to look at the agriculture. Based on Turkey's varied agriculture, it

seems as though people have learned how to get what they need to survive out ofTurkey's different lands.Questions:

1. Where is Turkey located?

a. Between North Africa and southwestern Europe@ Between the Middle and southeastern Europec. Between the Black Sea and northeastern Europe

d. Between the Mediterranean Sea and northwestern Europe

2. In this text the author discusses the country of Turkey. How is thediscussion of Turkey structured?~JThe author begins by describing the whole country and then describes

specific regions of it.b. The author begins by describing a specific region of Turkey and then

describes the whole country.

c. The author begins by describing the Aegean region of Turkey and ends bydescribing the Mamara region of Turkey.

d. The author begins by describing the government of Turkey and ends bydescribing the different languages spoken in Turkey.

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5. The author claims that people in Turkey "have learned to use the land withineach section of the country for what it can best provide." What evidencein the text supports this claim?

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6. What is the main idea of the passage?

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Trampolines

What's more fun than standing still? Jumping up anddown on a springy piece of fabric! This activity is known as

~; "'~ trampolining and it's sweeping the nation. The idea ofg- trampolining is ancient. Eskimos have been tossing each

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other in the air using walrus skin for thousands of years.

Firemen began using a life net to catch people jumping from buildings in 1887. Andin the early 1900s, circus performers began bouncing off of netting to amuseaudiences. These weren't the same as today's trampolines, but they show that the

idea has been bouncing around for a long time.

A tumbler named George Nissan and his coach Larry Griswold made the firstmodern trampoline in 1936. They got the idea by watching trapeze artists bouncingoff of a tight net at the circus. The two men experimented with different fabricsand designs. They found a winner when they stretched a piece of canvas across asteel frame and held it in place with springs. They named their device after the

Spanish word trampolln, which means diving board.

At first Nissan and Griswold used their device to train tumblers. The piece of

training equipment was a lot of fun. They realized that everyone could enjoy theirtrampoline, not just tumblers. The men wanted to share their idea with the wholeworld. In 1942 they began making trampolines to sell to the public.

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Trampolines may be fun, but they can also be dangerous. Experts estimate thatmore than 100,000 people hurt themselves while using one each year. Clubs andgyms use large safety nets and rubber padding to make it safer. Most trampolineinjuries happen at home. Since trampolines are more affordable than ever, injuriesare even more common.

These injuries happen for many reasons. People may bounce too high and landoff of the trampoline or onto the springs. From the peak of the bounce, this canbe a fall of 13 feet or more.

Ouch. Injuries also happen when many people are jumping at the same time.Jumpers may collide and cause one another to land in strange ways. Lots of people

have broken bones in this way. Perhaps the worst injuries happen when untrainedpeople try to do flips. Landing on your neck or head can paralyze or even kill you.

But don't let all that bad news keep you down. There are many things that youcan do to practice safe trampolining. You can cover the springs with special padsso that people's limbs are less likely to get stuck in them. You can surround yourtrampoline with a net so that people don't fall off of it. You can limit bouncers toone at a time. This will prevent collision injuries. Perhaps most importantly, you

should never flip on a trampoline without professional guidance. You ore much less

likely to get hurt on a trampoline if you do these things.Trampolines have been around for a while now. They have brought a lot of joy

to many people. There is no feeling quite like soaring up in the air and then free-falling. Trampolines can also be a good source of exercise and activity. They canhelp people improve their balance and aerial moves. But they can also be deadly. Be

sure that you are practicing safety while having a good time. Happy bouncing!

Questions:

Direction: Circle the correct option to show your answer for each

question mentioned below:

1. Which statement would the author most likely disagree with?

a. The basic idea of a trampoline has been around for a long time.b. Nissan and Griswold owe much of their success to circus performers.c. Most club and gym trampolines are safer than most home trampolines.

~ Trampolines are dangerous and not much can be done to make

safer.

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2. Which of the following events happened first?C]) Firemen begin using life nets to catch people jumping from buildings.

b. Nissan and Griswold begin selling trampolines to the public.c. Circus performers begin using netting to perform tricks.d. Nissan and Griswold invent the modern trampoline.

4. Which is not cited as a cause of trampoline related injuries?a. colliding with other bouncers€)bouncing into low hanging objectsc. jumping off of the trampolined. landing a flip incorrectly

5. Which best explains why trampoline injuries are more likely tohappen at home?a. home trampolines get rained on and become very slippery.b. home trampolines are cheaply made and fall apart during use.

C9 home trampolines often lack proper safety equipment.d.)Most people are on their best behavior when they leave the home.

6. Which best describes the structure of the text in the sixthparagraph?

@Cause and effect b. Compare and contrastc.fhronological order d. Descriptive writing

7. How does the purpose of the text switch after the fourth paragraph?

a. It goes from describing the uses of a trampoline to the dangers.b. It shifts from explaining the history of the trampoline to health benefits.

, c.. It moves from Nissan and Griswold's life story to how trampolines are used\.

today.@It changes from discussing the origins of the trampoline to the risks.

8. Which statement would the author most likely agree with?a. Trampolines are extremely dangerous and should be banned.

"b.' Nissan and Griswold stole the idea for the trampoline from theeskimos.

(c-:)Youshould take turns when jumping on a trampoline with friends.'c(You'll never learn to flip if you don't start practicing by yourself.

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9. Which best expresses the author I s purpose in writing the seventhparagraph?a. He is persuading readers to stay off the trampolines.

(9He is telling readers how to prevent trampoline injuries.c. He is describing what a modern trampoline looks like.

,dJ He is informing readers about the risks of trampolining.

10. Which of the following is not the main idea of this text?,;

( a.)Trampoline-like activities have been around for a long time.b. Trampolining can be dangerous if practiced unsafely.

(S)Trampolining is a great way to reduce stress and anxiety.d. Modern trampolines were invented by Nissan and Griswold.

Long Response:

3. Should George Nissan and Larry Griswold be credited as the inventors of the

trampoline? Why or why not? Use evidence from the text to support yourposition.

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4. Your school is considering building a large trampoline and using it during gymclass. Are you for this initiative or against it? Clearly state your position andargue it in two or three paragraphs. Cite text from the passage to support yourresponse.

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A-Using the principal parts of regular and irregular verbs:

Direction: Circle the verbs being used as incorrect then complete each sentenceby writing the correct past form or past participle form in the following sentences:

1. During the great depression, many banks~ {~.\eJ

2. In 1955, Rosa parks~~to give up her seat on a bus\

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4. Ed and Gene hav~ in workshop all day __ ~-":""('_(!~Y\~__

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6. Ilen~the high pop fly at last week's game __ -'l~"':"">. \""""""'""""-"-_\ _\ _

7. Have yo~your binoculars with you? '-'-,~:"":.;w,--=-,\":;,,.;:~=~~i=----J

8. Who was frightened when a spidert@down beside her? ) ,:\

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B-Replace the italicized verbs in sentences with a progressive form to showongoing action by rewriting the new sentences (use verbs to be and add -ingto the main verb);

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1- Gandhi's nonviolent strategies Icontinued to\'I'")C'Y (~\"\\ ''J '1"'10"")'''\0\1'', '\

2-When Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. organized civil rights protests in the~ , "hI', -1

1960s, he thought of Gandhi.

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3- He also modeled l1is protests on Thoreau's essay called 'On civil

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4- We honor Gandhi, Thoreau, and King long into the future. (use future

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C. Editing a paragraph to create parallel structure;

Rewrite each of the following sentences so that it has parallel structure:

1. Students capped their pens, close their notebooks, and zip their book bags asthey tried to alert Professor Jones, rambling at the lectern, that the end of

class had arrived.

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2. Professor Jones not only gave the class a withering look but also to assign them20 extra pages of homework as punishment for their impatience to leave.

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3. I believe tlICl'f-drinking water before physical activity is more important thankdrihl?c!uring.

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4. Fish is good for eating, for canning, and to enjoy~V'\<j________________________~£~Q~y~O~\~

5. My goal was to catch ten fish,-Sf*Ttone eagle, and seein9;..herdof seals.

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D. Using the ACTIVE VOICE

Direction: Change the Passive Voice into Active Voice by rewriting each

sentence on the given line:

1. The Camp David agreements were signed in 1978 by Sadat and Begin.

2. Both the Nobel Prize for chemistry and the Noble Peace prize were won by

Linus Pauling.

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4. Sixty-three of his Sixty-six professional fights were won by Joe Louis.

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E. Rewrite th~ following sentences in Passive Voice:

1. Harry ate six shrimp at dinner.

2. Beautiful giraffes roam the savannah.

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4. We are going to watch a movie tonight .

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6. The crew paved the entire stretch of highway.r>

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7. Mom read the novel in one day.

8. I will clean the house every Saturday.

\~ 1<ll\.\e 0& be· dea:w cl k~ 'ME- f?}!~ ~4Part C: Vocabulary

A. Replace the underlined words by selecting the most suitable word from

the given options. The meaning of the text should stay the same:

1. The inauguration of the president was a momentous occasion.

A-imperative ® great importance C- impossible

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2. The student had a legitimate excuse for being late to class.

A- calm @ reasonable c- chronicle

3. Employee efforts were inextricably linked to the company's success.

4. A- Well doing

aggressively

B. Figure out the meaning of the underlined word by using the context clues

in the sentence then circle the correct option to show the meaning:

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5. The refugees were a fractious group of children from all over the country.

A}unruly

B. annoyances

C. departure

6. The students had formed a posse and traveled in a group.

(6) a band

B. a trip

C. a project

7. We had barely enough food to subsist on.

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B. cleared

C. followed

C. Use the following words in a meaningful sentence.

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Part D: Writing

Favorite Music (Descriptive)

Imagine that you are listening to your favorite music. Write a descriptive essayabout this music. Describe how it makesyou feel. Also include what the music wouldbe like if you could see it, touch it, smell it, or taste it. Use your imagination.Give lots of details so that the reader can share your impressions.

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