Citing Textual Evidence Worksheet
A Grade 8 ELA worksheet focused on identifying and citing textual evidence to support claims from a reading passage.
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Citing Textual Evidence
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Read the passage below carefully. Then, answer the questions that follow by citing strong and thorough textual evidence to support your analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
The persistent hum of the city was a constant companion to Elara, a stark contrast to the quiet solitude she found in her rooftop garden. Here, amidst the thriving basil and sun-ripened tomatoes, she felt a sense of peace that the bustling streets below rarely afforded. Her hands, stained with earth, moved with practiced ease as she tended to her plants, a silent conversation passing between them. Passersby, if they bothered to look up, would only see a sliver of green against the concrete jungle, unaware of the vibrant ecosystem Elara had cultivated. This hidden sanctuary was not just a hobby; it was her rebellion against the relentless pace of urban life, a testament to her belief that beauty and tranquility could be found even in the most unlikely of places.
1. What is the primary difference between Elara's rooftop garden and the city below?
2. What evidence from the text suggests that Elara's garden is more than just a casual pastime?
3. The text describes the city's sound as a , while Elara found in her garden.
4. Elara's hands were with earth, indicating her involvement with her plants.
5. Elara's rooftop garden is easily visible to everyone on the street below.
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False
6. Which of the following best describes Elara's attitude towards urban life?
She embraces its energy and excitement.
She is indifferent to its presence.
She seeks refuge and contrast from its pace.
She wishes to escape it entirely.
7. In your own words, explain how Elara's rooftop garden serves as a 'rebellion against the relentless pace of urban life.' Support your answer with at least two pieces of textual evidence.