Informational Reading & Media — Chapter quiz · English 8: Trust, Community & Responsibility, Grade 8
Write an objective explanation of the source packet’s issue. Compare a proposed headline with the evidence and revise one misleading headline or caption.
Problem 1
Answer and explanation
Most interviewed users wanted a later route. The report recommends a trial but cannot show demand among people who were not interviewed.
Use the criteria to compare your reasoning, not to copy the model’s wording. A supported alternative interpretation may earn full credit.
Response criteria
- Make an accurate, focused claim or revision.
- Use a relevant detail or a clearly explained language choice.
- Explain the relationship and recognize a relevant limit.
Problem 2
Answer and explanation
Repeated categories support comparison on consistent criteria. They make trade-offs visible, whereas separate unstructured descriptions might hide a difference in maintenance or coverage.
Use the criteria to compare your reasoning, not to copy the model’s wording. A supported alternative interpretation may earn full credit.
Response criteria
- Make an accurate, focused claim or revision.
- Use a relevant detail or a clearly explained language choice.
- Explain the relationship and recognize a relevant limit.
Problem 3
Answer and explanation
The populations and selection methods differ. Attendees may be more interested in the event. Neither percentage should be combined without examining the question, response rates, and sampling method.
Use the criteria to compare your reasoning, not to copy the model’s wording. A supported alternative interpretation may earn full credit.
Response criteria
- Make an accurate, focused claim or revision.
- Use a relevant detail or a clearly explained language choice.
- Explain the relationship and recognize a relevant limit.
Problem 4
Answer and explanation
The image can support visible litter removal at that spot. “Restored” implies more extensive environmental recovery. Check locations, dates, testing, and what the report actually measured.
Use the criteria to compare your reasoning, not to copy the model’s wording. A supported alternative interpretation may earn full credit.
Response criteria
- Make an accurate, focused claim or revision.
- Use a relevant detail or a clearly explained language choice.
- Explain the relationship and recognize a relevant limit.