Ask Questions About Speaker's Information Practice Test

Read the scenario about Jamal’s presentation. Jamal says Harriet Tubman helped enslaved people escape using the Underground Railroad and traveled at night to stay safer. Keisha asks, “Why did traveling at night help, and what dangers did she face?” Jamal answers with elaboration: “It was darker, so it was harder to be seen, but she still risked getting caught, and she used safe houses.” Amir asks, “Was she brave?” Jamal says, “Yes.” Which student’s answer lacks appropriate elaboration and detail?

Read the scenario about Amir’s report on the Sahara Desert. Amir explains it is the largest hot desert, has very little rain, and some animals are nocturnal to avoid heat. Marcus asks, “Can you give an example of an animal that is nocturnal there, and how it stays cool?” Amir answers with detail: “Fennec foxes come out at night, and their big ears help release heat.” Lily asks, “Do you like sand?” Amir says, “Yes.” Which question will help students learn more with appropriate elaboration and detail?