Eighth Grade Grade 8 Language ArtsCCSD 8th Grade ELA Q3 Full Touchstone

Refer to the following passage to answer question(s) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

1. Which of the following video recordings could BEST be added to Selection 1: "Seatbelts Can Save Lives" to support the claim presented?

A. a debate at the State Capitol building over the advantages and disadvantages of the law before it was passed

B. a pickup truck traveling at a low rate of speed and the resulting injuriesC. a protest about the passage of the current lawD. farmers using their pickup trucks

2. Which of the following does not support the argument of Selection 1?

A. It is ridiculous to assume that seatbelt usage doesn't protect those riding in a pickup truck.B. Seatbelts, therefore, keep the passenger from continuing in a forward path into the

dashboard or windshield during an accident.C. Pickup truck drivers who drove rural routes, made frequent stops, or drove old trucks

without seatbelts fought against the seatbelt requirement.D. In addition, many of the concerns expressed about the law by the agricultural community

were addressed with exemptions from the law.

3. Which of the following does not support the argument of Selection 2?

A. Rarely are we performing our tasks while driving with other vehicles.B. Frequently, we need to drive only a matter of a few feet in between stops to finish our

tasks.C. Just last week, I avoided an accident with another driver because of a very low driving

speed.D. We do not experience bumper-to-bumper traffic, and we are not traveling at speeds that

exceed seventy miles per hour.

4. Which of the following evidence is presented in Selection 1 that is not presented in Selection 2?

A. statistics and scientific evidence to support the claimB. personal experiences told by the author of the textC. statistics as to the impact of the law on agricultureD. references to the driving conditions in Georgia

5. Based on the development of the claims in the two passages, which of the following is the BEST analysis?

A. Both of the passages are equally persuasive based on the factual evidence presented.B. Neither of the passages are very persuasive because of a lack of evidence and statistics.C. Selection 2 is much more persuasive because of its reliance on personal experience.D. Selection 1 is much more persuasive because of its reliance on factual evidence.

6. Which of the following could be added to Selection 2 that might refute the argument of Selection 1?

A. statistics that show the number of farmers ignoring the lawB. examples of the tasks completed by farmers during the course of their workC. examples of pickup truck accidents that occur weekly during the commute on Atlanta's

interstatesD. statistics that show the low number of agricultural worker deaths in rural areas as a result

of riding to their jobs in pickup trucks without using seatbelts

7. Which of the following explains the differences in the author’s approach to the topic in Selection 1 and Selection 2?

A. The author of Selection 1 wants the seatbelt law changed while the author of Selection 2 believes that it is a valid law.

B. The author of Selection 1 does not believe that the seatbelt law takes into consideration the unique needs of farmers while the author of Selection 2 does.

C. The author of Selection 1 relies on scientific principles and analytical evidence to support the claim while the author of Selection 2 relies on personal experience.

D. The author of Selection 1 uses first person point of view to appeal to the audience and writes the Selection as a discussion with the reader while the author of Selection 2 uses a more formal approach to the topic with third person point of view.

8. In Selections 1 and 2, which word BEST represents the meaning of the word rural as it is used in BOTH texts?

A. coastal lineB. countrysideC. inside city limitsD. urban

Refer to the following passage to answer question(s) 9, 10, 11, 12, 13

9. How might this portrayal change the audience’s understanding of Sage’s personality traits?

A. This portrayal would not reveal Sage’s inner strength and sense of justice.B. This portrayal would not support Sage’s personal concern for her own safety.C. This portrayal would not identify Sage’s desire to make her community safe.D. This portrayal would not highlight Sage’s curiosity about whether the occupants wore

seatbelts.

10. How does this portrayal reflect the information presented in the original text?

A. Her neighbors asked her to stop her campaign.B. Her neighbors were the first to question the results of the pickup accident.C. Her neighbors were angry at her work because it was their sons who caused the original

concern.D. Although some questioned Sage’s work, the majority of her neighbors wished her the best

in her campaign and encouraged her.

11. Which of the following BEST explains the theme of the underdog archetype found in the passage?

A. A female can resolve any problem if she puts her mind to it.B. A weaker member of society can overcome an obstacle with inner strength and belief.C. People can find the answers to big problems because of their creativity.D. Societal issues are not easily overcome even when everyone works together to solve the

problem.

12. Which word BEST represents the meaning of the word implications?

A. apparent motivationsB. evidenceC. suggestionsD. possible results

13. Which word represents the meaning of vanquished as it is used in the sentence?

A. conqueredB. decidedC. dividedD. surrendered

Refer to the following passage to answer question(s) 14, 15, 16, 17, 18

14. Which of the following would be the most reliable primary source when added to both the informational and literary texts to support the evidence presented?

A. audio from 911 accident callsB. video clips of angry parents after an accidentC. photos taken by the police at the scene of an accidentD. a social media post from a person who witnessed a near-fatal collision

15. Which of the following supports both the argument of Selection 1 of "Seatbelts in Pickup Trucks" and explains Sage's work in "The Fight?"

A. Short-distance trips offer fewer chances of injury.B. Accidents can happen even on streets without heavy traffic.C. Young drivers tend to be unsafe because of the speed of their vehicles, whether they wear

seatbelts or not.D. Individuals who ride in the bed of a truck aren't required to wear seatbelts, which makes

using them inside the truck itself unnecessary.

16. The authors of Selection 1 and Selection 2 of "Seatbelts in Pickup Trucks" have become aware of Sage’s campaign. Which of the authors would most benefit by adding her research to their text?

A. Neither author should use her information as it is not relevant to their arguments.B. Both authors should use her information as the text explores the importance of making

personal decisions.C. The author of Selection 2 could best use the experiences of Sage’s neighbors to explain

the need to relax seatbelt compliance.D. The author of Selection 1 could best use the statistics that Sage has gathered to describe

the need for a greater obedience of the seatbelt laws.

17. Which line from "The Fight" BEST helps to determine the meaning of the word restraint used in both passages?

A. "The law values both the safety of those in the vehicle and the concerns of the business community."

B. "We lose young lives every week because of a disregard of the seatbelt laws."C. "The issues of teen drivers who drive with no regard for the safety of others was a giant

problem that threatened her community."D. "No matter the make or model of the vehicle, it is essential that passengers within any

truck or car be belted in to avoid harm."

18. How does the word statistics function in BOTH sentences?

A. In Sentence 1, it functions as an adjective. In Sentence 2, it functions as a noun.B. They both function as nouns.C. They both function as adjectives.D. In Sentence 1, it functions as a noun. In Sentence 2, it functions as an adjective.