TEXTS AND
TO
MODELS/EXAMPLES:
Review the sample informational texts and multiple choice questions provided at your station.
Take note of the following:
the variety of topics and subjects that have been used in the past
the student has
highlighted key parts of the multiple choice questions
the student has highlighted the
reading passage and made helpful notations
the student has gone through a process of
elimination before selecting the best response
the student has put the final answers on the
Student Answer Sheet in pencil under the right section
GROUP EXERCISE:
a) As a group, review the multiple choice questions for the informational text provided.
Highlight key parts of each question as you read.
b) Now read the passage. While you read, look for the answers to the multiple choice questions.
Highlight important words or phrases as you read.
c) Answer the questions by eliminating incorrect options and circling the best response. On test
day, record responses on the Student Answer Sheet. Refer back to the passage to verify your
answers.
EXTENSION (practice at home):
Try the grammar based multiple choice questions. These do not require you to base your answers on a
reading selection. They test your knowledge of general language conventions (punctuation, sentence
structure, etc.)
GROUP EXERCISE
Section A: Reading
Read the selection below and answer the questions that follow it.
Greasing the Wheels of Change
Since starting their road trip in British
Columbia on October l, 2008, Cloe
Whittaker and Tyson Jerry have stopped
at many fast-food restaurants. But the pair
aren't breaking for snacks—they're
refuelling their van.
Under the name "Driven to Sustain," the 2
two young environmentalists are driving across
each province, territory and state in Canada and
the U.S. and then into Mexico in a van powered
by vegetable oil. The van can travel 8 km on a
litre of this fuel.
The couple obtain used oil free from
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local restaurants, saving hundreds of dollars and
carbon emissions. "People behind us say the van
smells like barbecue, but to me, it's not an
obvious difference," Whittaker said.
The pair hope to set a world record 4 for the
longest journey by car using alternative fuel,
with a goal of covering 45 000 kilometres in
about six months.
The title currently belongs to four Germans,
who drove 38 137 kilometres on natural gas
two years ago.
Growing up around Georgian Bay
inspired Jerry's respect for nature. He
worked as a tree planter while studying
environmental management. Whittaker
grew up camping in the prairies. She
finished her degree in anthropology and
environmental studies a year ago. The pair
met last summer and realized they shared
goals for sustainable living.
"We're not looking to become famous,"
Jerry said.
"We want to convey the idea that people
have a choice. We have this incredible
technology [for the car], but really, change
has to come from people's mentalities,"
Whittaker said after meeting with the
student ecological club at an Ontario high
school.
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6
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Adapted from "Greasing the wheels of change" by Paola Loriggio, published in the Toronto Star, November 25, 2008. Reprinted with permission—
Torstar Syndication Services.
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GROUP EXERCISE
Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test
Multiple-Choice (Record the best or most correct answer on the Student Answer Sheet.)
According to the selection, why did Whittaker
and Jerry make frequent stops? A to present
their ideas
B
to buy some fast food
C
to give their van a rest
D
to obtain used cooking oil
D
Whittaker finished her university degree
in anthropology.
Why were Whittaker and Jerry working
together?
F
They loved fast fòod.
G
They grew up together.
H
They had similar beliefs.
J They planted trees together.
What was the environmental benefit of the
"Driven to Sustain" project?
A
It used natural gas.
B
It reduced fuel costs.
C
It recycled a waste product.
D
It resulted in a better-smelling emission.
What word is closest in meaning to "convey"
as used in paragraph 7?
G change
H continue
J
communicate
B Which event described in the selection
happened first?
A
The road trip began in British
Columbia.
B
Whittaker and Jerry met during the
summer.
C
A German car using alternative fuel
set a world record.
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Section A: Reading
GROUP EXERCISE
Written Answer
Did Whittaker and Jerry choose an effective way to promote their message? Use specific details from the
selection to support your answer.
Rough Notes
Use the space below for rough notes. Nothing you write in this space will be scored.
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EXTENSION
Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test
Multiple-Choice (Record the best or most correct answer on the Student Answer
Sheet.)
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Choose the sentence that is written
Which sentence does not belong in the
paragraph?
correctly. F Our cars axle broke.
(1) A part-time job benefits young people. (2)
It gives them job skills and teaches them
responsibility. (3) A part-time job helps them
decide on their future careers. (4) Many retired
people take part-time jobs as well. (5) Parttime work is a great way to prepare for the
future.
G We had it towed to Daves Garage.
H Many car's were waiting for service.
J We were told it would be an hour's wait.
A sentence 2
B sentence 3
C
sentence 4
D
sentence 5
Which revision will improve the organization
of the fòllowing paragraph?
(1) You should follow these suggestions if you
want to be a successful hockey goalie. (2) Before
stepping on the ice, make sure you have safe
equipment. (3) Also, you should always stretch
before you start to play. (4) During the game,
keep your eye on the puck. (5) Maintain a
position that will block the net from oncoming
shots. (6) These tips will ensure you have a
positive goaltending experience.
F
G
Remove "Also" from sentence 3.
H
Combine the ideas of sentences 4 and 5.
Divide sentence 2 into two sentences.
J Add "Next" to the beginning of sentence
6.
Choose the sentence that is written correctly.
A
Me, Raj, and MO plan to go to the
movies.
B
My teacher gave the homework to Denna
and I.
C
Michael and me walked up the hill with
our skis.
D
Sakinah and I collected leaves for the fall
festival.
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