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The tides in the ocean rise and fall mainly because of the pull of the moon’s gravity on Earth’s water. What mainly causes the tides?

1. ARivers flowing into the sea
2. BHeat from the sun on the water
3. CStrong winds over the ocean
4. DThe pull of the moon’s gravity

A textbook chapter has these headings: “What Is an Earthquake?”, “Why Earthquakes Happen”, “How to Stay Safe”. Under which heading would you look for advice on what to do during an earthquake?

1. AWhat Is an Earthquake?
2. BThe glossary at the back of the book
3. CWhy Earthquakes Happen
4. DHow to Stay Safe

Volcanoes can be active, dormant or extinct. An active volcano has erupted recently or may erupt soon. A dormant volcano has not erupted for a long time but could erupt again. An extinct volcano is not expected to erupt again. What is a dormant volcano?

1. AOne that is found under the ocean
2. BOne that is erupting at this moment
3. COne that will never erupt again
4. DOne that is quiet but could erupt again

“Although the hiking trail was steep and rocky, the view from the top made the climb worthwhile.” What does the author suggest?

1. AThe view was disappointing after the climb.
2. BThe trail was easy and flat all the way.
3. CThe hikers decided not to reach the top.
4. DThe view was worth the difficult climb.

“Before you start the exam, read all the instructions. Write your name on every page. Answer the questions in any order, but show all your work.” Which action is allowed by the instructions?

1. AAnswering question 5 before question 1
2. BSkipping the instructions to save time
3. CWriting your name on the first page only
4. DWriting only the final answers without work

“The coach had a rule: no phones at practice. When Jamie’s phone buzzed during drills, the coach simply held out his hand.” What did the coach most likely want?

1. AJamie to shake his hand
2. BJamie to call someone back
3. CJamie to hand over the phone
4. DJamie to leave practice early

“Emma had practised her speech for weeks. When she stood before the crowd, her hands trembled, but her voice came out clear and strong.” Which statement best describes Emma at that moment?

1. ACalm and completely without fear
2. BUnprepared and unsure of her words
3. CAngry at the crowd for watching her so closely
4. DNervous inside but still able to speak well

“The Smiths used 300 kWh of electricity in June. After installing solar panels in July, their bill showed 180 kWh used from the grid in July.” By what percentage did their use of grid electricity fall?

1. A40%
2. B12%
3. C120%
4. D60%