In “We’re Going to Mars!” the author’s viewpoint is that there are many positive benefits of colonizing Mars and other planets.

How is this viewpoint best conveyed in the text?


by explaining that colonizing Mars will allow NASA and private companies to work together

by explaining that colonizing Mars will be more exciting than when humans landed on the moon

by explaining that colonizing Mars will make moving to the moon possible and inexpensive

by explaining that colonizing Mars will lead to new sources of renewable energy for Earth

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In “An Hour with Abuelo,” how does the author develop the viewpoint of young Arturo after his grandfather finishes reading his life story?

By stating that Arturo will not allow life to get in the way of accomplishing his dreams, it shows that Arturo is disappointed that his Abuelo did not do that.

By mentioning that Arturo thinks his grandfather is sleeping, it shows that Arturo is ready to leave before his hour is over.

By explaining that Arturo liked the story, it shows that Arturo has started to appreciate Abuelo for what he had to do to survive.

By saying that Arturo has trouble wording the questions he wants to ask Abuelo, it shows that Arturo has a lot of work to do before he can communicate with his grandfather.


Part A

In “First Steps,” how does Maria change by the end of the story?


Maria becomes homesick and wants to return to the lander.

Maria becomes disgusted by the strange smells on the planet.

Maria becomes excited to live on the new planet.

Maria becomes skeptical that the planet will make a good home.
Question 2
Part B

Which text evidence best supports the answer to Part A?


“‘Hurry up!’ she yelled, unable to contain her enthusiasm. ‘Our new home is extraordinary!’”

“She scrunched up her nose as an unfamiliar assortment of odors hit her nostrils. Some smelled sweet, some disgusting, and some were just strange.”

“She let go of the ladder and took soft, slow steps and realized her arms and legs felt like they were full of lead.”

“She was doing what others had previously thought impossible—taking steps on a new world.”