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Trampolines
Reading Comprehension Quiz
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Which statement would the author most likely DISAGREE with?
Most club and gym trampolines are safer than most home trampolines.
Nissan and Griswold owe much of their success to circus performers.
Trampolines are dangerous and not much can be done to make them safer.
The basic idea of a trampoline has been around for a long time.
Why do you believe this? Explain your answer completely.
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Which best describes the main idea in the SECOND paragraph?
It compares and contrasts how different groups have used trampolines.
It discusses how trampolining is ancient.
It explains how Eskimo have used walrus skins like trampolines for a long time.
It describes activities similar to trampolining that came first.
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Which of the following events happened FIRST?
Nissan and Griswold begin selling trampolines to the public.
Circus performers begin using netting to perform tricks.
Nissan and Griswold invent the modern trampoline.
Firemen begin using life nets to catch people jumping from buildings.
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Which is NOT cited as a cause of trampoline related injuries?
Bouncing into low hanging objects
Jumping off the trampoline
Colliding with other bouncers
Landing a flip incorrectly
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Which best explains why trampoline injuries are more likely to happen at home?
Home trampolines get rained on and become very slippery.
Most people are on their best behavior when they leave the home.
Home trampolines are cheaply made and fall apart during use.
Home trampolines often lack proper safety equipment.
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Which best describes the structure of the text in the sixth paragraph?
Cause and effect
Descriptive writing
Compare and contrast
Chronological order
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How does the purpose of the text switch after the fourth paragraph?
It moves from Nissan and Griswold's life story to how trampolines are used today.
It changes from discussing the origins of the trampoline to the risks.
It goes from describing the uses of a trampoline to the dangers.
It shifts from explaining the history of the trampoline to health benefits.
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Which statement would the author most likely AGREE with?
You should take turns when jumping on a trampoline with friends.
Trampolines are extremely dangerous and should be banned.
Nissan and Griswold stole the idea for the trampoline from the eskimos.
You'll never learn to flip if you don't start practicing by yourself.
Why do you think this? Explain your answer.
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Which best expresses the author's purpose in writing the SEVENTH paragraph?
He is telling readers how to prevent trampoline injuries.
He is describing what a modern trampoline looks like.
He is persuading readers to stay off trampolines.
He is informing readers about the risks of trampolining.
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Which of the following is NOT a main idea in this text?
Trampolining is a great way to reduce stress and anxiety.
Trampolining can be dangerous if practiced unsafely.
Modern trampolines were invented by Nissan and Griswold.
Trampoline-like activities have been around for a long time.
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If you were buying a new trampoline, what advice do you believe that the author would give you? Refer to the text to support your response.
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Should George Nissan and Larry Griswold be credited as the inventors of the trampoline? Why or why not? Use evidence from the text to support your position.
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Your school is considering building a large trampoline and using it during gym class. Are you for this initiative or against it? Explain your answer completely.
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