Question 5 (5 points)
Paragraph Five
As a member of the Feel Power.org team, Noah explains, "I like to teach kids because I feel like I have good mentors in my life. A lot of kids don't have that, and I want to be a mentor for them. We go to schools and teach kids how to be respectful and how to make positive life choices." The goal of Feel the Power is to "give youth the skills they need to make positive life choices." Noah and others visit schools and talk to students about respect, responsibility, honesty, and being drug free. He received recognition for his "Respect" video that helps people confront the issue of bullying.

Which of the following topics is explicitly stated in paragraph 5? (5 points)

a
The challenge of public speaking

b
The talent required for making videos

c
The goal of Feel the Power

d
The number of schools the team has visited

Question 6 (5 points)
Paragraph Five
As a member of the Feel Power.org team, Noah explains, "I like to teach kids because I feel like I have good mentors in my life. A lot of kids don't have that, and I want to be a mentor for them. We go to schools and teach kids how to be respectful and how to make positive life choices." The goal of Feel the Power is to "give youth the skills they need to make positive life choices." Noah and others visit schools and talk to students about respect, responsibility, honesty, and being drug free. He received recognition for his "Respect" video that helps people confront the issue of bullying.

In paragraph 5, the author of the article lists the topics that Noah and the Feel the Power team discuss in their motivational talks. What do the selected topics imply about the organization's beliefs? (5 points)

a
These are areas that individuals cannot control.

b
These areas are necessary for a successful life.

c
These qualities are the easiest to teach others.

d
These are areas of life where people do not need help.

Question 7 (5 points)
Which of the following big ideas is expressed implicitly over the course of the entire article "Fast Track to Success"? (5 points)

a
One needs to learn from experts and be determined to be the best in the field.

b
To achieve your dreams, you have to exercise, practice, and make good choices.

c
A successful individual is one who works hard and helps others.

d
One should not let others determine what he or she can or cannot do.

Question 8 (5 points)
Paragraph Two
Noah began racing go-karts when he was just six years old. Noah has traveled to other states to race, win, and finish in the top five, an impressive accomplishment for anyone but especially for a young driver. He now races a 1934 Ford Legends Coupe, a car that weighs 1,000 pounds and goes faster than 100 miles per hour. Noah regularly competes against drivers who are three times older than he is, but he does not let that intimidate him. He explained in one news article, "I have been racing against older people all my life. When you strap on a helmet, you are no longer a 13-year-old kid, you are a racecar driver. The other drivers don't treat me like a kid. They treat me the same as the other drivers on the track." He has the nickname "Little Gator" partly because of his size and partly because of Gatorland's sponsorship over the last several years.

Identify the sentence that explicitly states Noah's accomplishments on the racetrack. (5 points)

a
Noah began racing go-karts when he was just six years old.

b
Noah has traveled to other states to race, win, and finish in the top five.

c
He now races a 1934 Ford Legends Coupe, a car that weighs 1,000 pounds and goes faster than 100 miles per hour.

d
Noah regularly competes against drivers who are three times older than he is, but he does not let that intimidate him.

Question 9 (5 points)
Paragraph Four
The "Little Gator" has experienced just as much success off the racetrack. He was recently presented with the Mullinax Ford Community Hero Award for his community service. When asked what he believes is an important quality to succeed in life, Noah replied, "Helping people out." Despite his busy racing practice and competition schedule, Noah dedicates time to speak with students and make educational and inspirational films. In one film, Noah encourages other kids to dream big and work hard to achieve their dreams. In another film, he talks about the importance of respect. He reminds viewers, "Everyone is unique. We should be kind to everyone. Don't be a bully."

Noah is a part of service projects to make a difference in his community. What explicit reason does he give in paragraph 4 for his participation in such activities? (5 points)

a
He thinks it is important to help others.

b
He likes to receive awards and recognition.

c
He travels to different places and sees that people need help.

d
He likes to make educational and inspirational films.