Module I: Reading and Writing

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Archaeologists studying ancient trade networks found pottery fragments whose colors were remarkably consistent, suggesting they were produced using standardized techniques across multiple regions.
What does “consistent” most nearly mean?
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identical
predictable
unchanged
reliable
Researchers tracking glacier movement in the Andes observed that several ice sheets advanced during unusually cold seasons. They argue that short-term climate variability can temporarily reverse long-term trends in glacial retreat.
What is the main point of the text?
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Glaciers in the Andes have fully recovered
Short-term climate variations can influence glacier movement
Researchers disagree on glacier retreat
Cold weather permanently slows melt
The newly developed microscope allows scientists to capture molecular structures in exceptional detail, making previous imaging techniques appear relatively _____
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obsolete
dangerous
ambiguous
decorative
Growing rapidly in warm freshwater, the algae formed thick layers that reduced oxygen levels for fish.
Which revision best maintains clarity?
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Growing rapidly in warm freshwater, thick layers were formed by the algae.
The algae, growing rapidly in warm freshwater, formed thick layers.
Growing rapidly, thick layers of algae reduced oxygen.
Thick layers formed in warm water growing as algae spread.
The conservation group restored several wetlands; _____, migratory bird populations in the region began to increase.
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however
instead
consequently
meanwhile
A chart shows that the average daily energy consumption increased from 18 kWh to 22 kWh.
Which conclusion is accurate?
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Energy use rose by 4 kWh
Energy use dropped by 20%
Energy use did not change
Energy use doubled
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