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People around the world are finding ways to help during the COVID-19 pandemic.

China, Spain, the United States, and Italy are among the countries hit hardest by the new coronavirus. Despite widespread restrictions and lockdowns, residents of these countries have found ways to spread kindness and show support for others.

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Key Ideas and DetailsRead for Detail, Identify Cause and Effect (RI.1, RI.2, RI.3)

• Q1, Q3, Q4

Craft and StructureDefine Words and Phrases (RI.4, RI.5, RI.6)

• Q2

Integration of Knowledge and IdeasAnalyze Graphic Features, Identify Claims and Evidence (RI.7, RI.8, RI.9)

• Q5, Q6

WritingInformative Writing (W.2)

• Q7

Question Distribution by Standard

Define Words and Phrases Mini-Lesson (RI.4)

For students who struggle with reading for detail, create a concept map. Ask students to write the topic of an article in the center of a blank sheet of paper (or provide them with the topic). Ask them to add important details about the topic as they read, and to connect each detail to the topic with an arrow. They should include a paragraph number with each detail they add, for reference. Tell students that when they are asked something about a topic, they might start by rephrasing the question as a statement. This will help them understand what to look for. (For example, they might rephrase “Who was Abraham Lincoln?” as “Abraham Lincoln was . . .” Have students use this map to identify answers to questions.

Alternate Question Stems

• According to the article, [insert who, what, where, when, why, or how question]? • Which is true/not true about [insert topic]? • Show where you found the answer to [insert question]. • In which paragraph/section do we learn [insert a fact from the article]?

1. D

2. A

3. B

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5. C

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7. Answers will vary. See page 4.

Cover Quiz Answer Key

1. Read for Detail (RI.5.1; RI.6.1)Who is Jack Ma?

A. the president of ChinaB. a health-care workerC. a public-health director at Columbia University D. a billionaire

DISTRACTOR ANALYSIS

A. There is no evidence in the article to suggest this. The president of China is Xi Jinping. B. There is no evidence in the article to suggest this. C. There is no evidence in the article to suggest this. This is Susan Michaels-Strasser.D. Correct answer: See paragraph 2 of “China.” He has donated supplies to those in need around the world.

2. Define Words and Phrases (RI.5.4, RI.6.4)What does the author mean by describing New York as the “epicenter”?

A. The state has the most cases.B. The state has the fewest cases.C. The virus is spreading from New York to other states.D. Residents of the state are not reporting their illness.

DISTRACTOR ANALYSIS

A. Correct answer: The definition of epicenter is in this context is “the center, or the place where something is most intense.”

B. This is the opposite of what’s true in New York.C. There is no evidence in the article to suggest this. D. There is no evidence in the article to suggest this.

3. Identify Cause and Effect (RI.5.3; RI.6.3)What was the result of the nationwide lockdown in Italy?

A. The number of cases increased.B. The number of cases decreased.C. Health officials kept better records.D. Grocery stores remained open.

DISTRACTOR ANALYSIS

A. This is the opposite of the result of the national lockdown. B. Correct answer: “Since then, the spread of the virus has slowed. The number of new cases is down.”C. There is no evidence in the article to suggest this. D. Grocery stores did remain open during the lockdown, but this was not a result.

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4. Read for Detail (RI.5.1; RI.6.1)According to the article, which country has imposed the most-drastic restrictions in an effort to stop the virus from spreading?

A. ChinaB. SpainC. the United States D. Italy

DISTRACTOR ANALYSIS

A. Correct answer: “No country has taken more-extreme steps to stop the spread of the coronavirus than China.”B. Spain has closed schools and businesses but has not taken actions as drastic as those taken by China.C. The United States passed a spending bill. There is no evidence in the article of nationwide restrictions.D. “No country has taken more-extreme steps to stop the spread of the coronavirus than China.” See paragraph 1.

5. Analyze Graphic Features (RI.5.7, RI.6.7)The photographs “Helping Hands” and “Special Delivery” both show people

A. creating a positive quarantine experience.B. working in hospitals.C. helping the elderly. D. filling gaps in necessary health-care supplies.

DISTRACTOR ANALYSIS

A. This is shown in the photograph “Sweet Melody.”B. This is shown in the photograph “Checking In.”C. Correct answer: In “Helping Hands,” people are making face masks for nursing homes, and in “Special

Delivery,” people are preparing meals for the elderly.D. This is shown in “Helping Hands” only.

6. Identify Claims and Evidence (RI.5.8; RI.6.8)Which detail from the article best proves the claim that “these actions show us the power of kindness”?

A. “After nearly 11 weeks, China ended its lockdown in Wuhan.”B. “Spain’s government closed schools and most businesses and told people to stay home.”C. “In New York, thousands have stepped up to volunteer.”D. “Now Italy is testing more people for the virus.”

DISTRACTOR ANALYSIS

A. There is no demonstration of the power of kindness in this detail. B. There is no demonstration of the power of kindness in this detail. C. Correct answer: Volunteering in challenging times shows kindness. D. There is no demonstration of the power of kindness in this detail.

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7. Informative Writing (W.3.2; W.4.2)Describe the people featured in this article. Use evidence from the text to support your answer. Response must contain the following details:

• A positive adjective that accurately describes the people featured in this article • At least two examples of why this positive description is appropriate

4Exceeds

Expectations

3Meets

Expectations

2Approaching Expectations

1Below

Expectations

0Far Below

Expectations

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Open-Ended Grading RubricResponse effectively answers all parts of the question. Response is clear and organized into paragraphs. Response provides a developed explanation and text evidence.

Response mostly answers the question and stays on task.Response is clear and mostly organized. Response is developed and provides an explanation or relevant evidence.

Response answers part, but not all of, the question or may get off task. Response is clear but may not be fully organized.Response may have a partial explanation but no evidence is provided.

Response is minimally aligned to the task. Response is somewhat clear but is not organized. Response has little reasoning or evidence.

Response is not appropriate to the task. Response is unclear and has no organization.Response has no reasoning or evidence.