NM-MSSA English Language Arts

Question 1

What is the main idea of the following passage?
"The vast oceans cover more than 70% of Earth's surface and are home to an incredible variety of life. They provide food, regulate the climate, and offer recreational opportunities, making them essential to human survival."

Accepted Answer

Oceans are vast and important to life on Earth.

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Oceans are dangerous and should be avoided.

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Oceans are primarily for recreation.

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Oceans are unexplored and mysterious.

Question 2

Which sentence uses correct grammar?

Accepted Answer

The dog wags its tail excitedly when it sees the boy.

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The dog wag its tail excitedly when it saw the boy.

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The dog wagged its tail excited when it seen the boy.

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The dog wags it’s tail excitedly when it saw the boy.

Question 3

What is the synonym of the word “benevolent” as used in the sentence?
"The benevolent teacher donated books to the library."

Accepted Answer

Generous

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Strict

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Knowledgeable

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Hesitant

Question 4

Which detail supports the idea that exercise improves mental health?

Accepted Answer

Exercise can reduce stress and anxiety.

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Exercise builds physical strength.

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Exercise helps improve flexibility and balance.

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Exercise requires time and dedication.

Question 5

What type of figurative language is used in the following sentence?
"The thunder roared like a lion in the jungle."

Accepted Answer

Simile

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Metaphor

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Personification

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Hyperbole

What is the main idea of the following passage? "The vast oceans cover more than 70% of Earth's surface and are home to an incredible variety of life.They provide food, regulate the climate, and offer recreational opportunities, making them essential to human survival."

What is the main idea of the following passage?
"The vast oceans cover more than 70% of Earth's surface and are home to an incredible variety of life.
They provide food, regulate the climate, and offer recreational opportunities, making them essential to human survival."