Question

1. which invention mentioned solved a health - related problem?

a) velcro
b) sticky notes
c) toothbrush
d) zipper

1. how does the chart support the articles main idea?

a) it entertains readers with funny inventions
b) it explains how airplanes were invented
c) it lists inventions that solve everyday problems
d) it criticizes inventions that failed

1. why might the author include both text and a chart?

a) to confuse the reader
b) to provide visual support for the main idea
c) to replace the article entirely
d) to show negative sides of inventions

1. which invention from the chart is also described in the article?

a) umbrella
b) sticky notes
c) laptop
d) airplane

1. if the chart added “umbrella—keeps people dry,” how would this support the authors point?

a) it would show that umbrellas are more important than velcro
b) it would add another example of a simple invention solving a need
c) it would show that inventions are always accidental
d) it would replace the other inventions in the article

1. what is the denotation (dictionary meaning) of adhesive?

a) a sticky substance used to bind things
b) a device that makes life easier
c) a strong and powerful invention
d) a material used only in science labs

1. in the sentence, “everyday inventions are powerful,” what is the connotation?

a) negative, meaning dangerous
b) neutral, meaning strong and impactful
c) positive, meaning inspiring and helpful
d) both b and c

1. which word from the article has a positive connotation?

a) weak
b) complicated
c) successful
d) problem

1. choose the best connotation pair: simple =?

a) weak and fragile
b) easy and effective
c) boring and plain

Explanation:

1. A toothbrush is used for oral - hygiene, a health - related issue. Velcro, sticky notes, and zippers are not directly related to health.
2. If the article is about inventions that solve everyday problems, a chart listing such inventions would support this main idea.
3. Using both text and a chart provides different ways to present information, with the chart offering visual support for the main idea.
4. Without seeing the chart and article, we assume that if an invention is mentioned in both, it could be a common one like an umbrella.
5. Adding "Umbrella - keeps people dry" would be another example of a simple invention solving a need.
6. The denotation of "adhesive" is a sticky substance used to bind things.
7. The word "powerful" in "Everyday inventions are powerful" has a positive connotation, meaning inspiring and helpful.
8. "Simple" has a positive connotation, and "successful" also has a positive connotation. "Weak" and "complicated" have negative connotations, and "problem" is neutral in this context.
9. "Simple" has a positive connotation, and "easy and effective" also has a positive connotation. "Weak and fragile" has a negative connotation, and "boring and plain" has a negative connotation.

Answer:

1. c) Toothbrush
2. c) It lists inventions that solve everyday problems
3. b) To provide visual support for the main idea
4. a) Umbrella
5. a) It would show another example of a simple invention solving a need
6. a) A sticky substance used to bind things
7. c) Positive, meaning inspiring and helpful
8. c) successful
9. b) easy and effective