Comparing
Keith and Danny are brothers. They both like to sing. Danny has red hair, while Keith's hair is dark brown. Danny is a mischievous boy who always seems to be getting in trouble. Keith, on the other hand, is a dependable young a man who often helps his mother around the house. Keith and Danny have a sister named Laurie.
In what ways are Keith and Danny the same?
Keith and Danny both like to sing, are brothers, and have a sister named Laurie.
Keith and Danny are brothers. They both like to sing. Danny has red hair, while Keith's hair is dark brown. Danny is a mischievous boy who always seems to be getting in trouble. Keith, on the other hand, is a dependable young a man who often helps his mother around the house. Keith and Danny have a sister named Laurie.
In what ways are Keith and Danny different?
Danny has red hair and is mischievous. Keith has dark brown hair and is dependable.
The best cookies are made by first mixing flour and baking soda together. Then adding peanut butter, butter, and sugar. Eggs are added last and mixed into the batter. Divide the batter into ball shapes on the cookie sheet and place in the oven for 13 minutes.
What is added right after the flour and baking soda are mixed together?
Add peanut butter, butter and sugar.
Jim tried and tried but he couldn't fall asleep, he was so upset that he nearly cried. "Tomorrow is my birthday party and it is going to be ruined. How can we go sledding with no snow?" said Jim with watery eyes. The next morning, when Jim got out of bed and ran to the window, he shouted with glee, "The snow has fallen and we can go sledding!"
What did Jim do right before he saw the snow?
He ran to the window and shouted with glee.
Your plan looks good. I hope it will really work. It’s time to implement it, or carry it out and see if it’s as brilliant as you claim.
What is a synonym of the word implement in the text?
a. instrument
b. take apart
c. carry out
c. carry out
People often confuse apes for monkeys, as they are both hairy mammals it's not hard to see why. Both eat plants and animals, but only apes use tools for hunting and nut-cracking. Because monkeys have a tail, they spend their time living in the trees, whereas apes do not. Apes are usually larger than monkeys and are also capable of walking upright on two legs.
How are monkeys and apes the same?
Both are hairy mammals, eat plants and animals.
People often confuse apes for monkeys, as they are both hairy mammals it's not hard to see why. Both eat plants and animals, but only apes use tools for hunting and nut-cracking. Because monkeys have a tail, they spend their time living in the trees, whereas apes do not. Apes are usually larger than monkeys and are also capable of walking upright on two legs.
How are monkeys and apes different?
Apes use tools for hunting and nut cracking. Monkeys spend time in trees because of having a tail. Apes are usually larger than monkeys and are capable of walking upright on two legs.
Titanic
On April 10, 1912 the “Unsinkable Ship’” set sail from England headed to New York. The giant ship was a dream for many. But disaster struck on the night of April 14th. It was a cold, clear night when the Titanic hit an iceberg! Freezing cold water poured in the ship. There was nothing anyone could do. The ship that was called the ship of dreams sunk three hours later. More than 1,500 people died. It was a tragedy the world will never forget.
What event happened first after the Titanic set sail from England on April 10th, 1912?
The Titanic hit an iceberg on the night of April 14th.
Balto
In Nome Alaska a deadly disease was sweeping through the town in January 1925. The only medicine that could help was 1,000 miles away in Anchorage, Alaska. Because of the winter weather the only way to get the medicine was by dogsled. The first dog team set off from Anchorage. More than 20 racers would follow in freezing temperatures and blowing wind. Six days after they started the last team arrived to Nome in February 2, 1925. The people of Nome were saved!
What event happened before the first dog team left Anchorage for Nome?
There was a deadly disease in Nome, Alaska.
The reporter insisted that the letter he used was authentic. He said that he had shown it to many experts who said it was real.
What is a synonym of the word authentic in the text?
a. genuine, or real
b. carefully written
c. very old
a. genuine, or real
"Let's go play baseball," Jack said to John as John was studying in his room for his math test. "I can't play right now. I want to do well on this test," John replied. "Do what you want, but I'm going to study at lunch tomorrow," said Jack. At lunch, Jack used the same study sheets as John, but got an F, whereas John earned an A.
In what way was Jack and John's approach to studying the same?
They both studied for the test.
"Let's go play baseball," Jack said to John as John was studying in his room for his math test. "I can't play right now. I want to do well on this test," John replied. "Do what you want, but I'm going to study at lunch tomorrow," said Jack. At lunch, Jack used the same study sheets as John, but got an F, whereas John earned an A.
In what way was Jack and John's approach to studying different?
Jack made studying a priority and did it the night before. John crammed his studying in during lunch.
World War II
The world was at war! In the year of 1941 World War II was being fought in Europe, but America was not a part of it. That all changed on December 7th, 1941. The people in Hawaii were taken by complete surprise when Japanese airplanes dropped bombs on Pearl Harbor. The very next day America joined the war! Later in the war the U.S. dropped two huge bombs in Japan, that helped end the war. But America will always remember Pearl Harbor and the American lives lost there.
What was the event that happened before America joined World War II?
Japanese airplanes dropped bombs on Pearl Harbor in Hawaii.
California Gold Rush
Gold! James Marshall first struck gold in California at Sutter’s Hill in 1848. James was building a sawmill when he found shiny gold flakes in the river. What followed was huge! People began pouring into California on the hunt for gold. Nearly 80,000 people came to the state in one year. They were called the 49ers. After all the people came boomtowns sprung up while they were looking for gold. When all the gold was found people moved onto the next place and the town was left empty. Ghost towns were created. Now people are able to visit the cities created from boomtowns or the remains of the ghost towns. The Gold Rush is a huge part of California’s history.
What happened to boomtowns after people moved and left them?
The town was left empty and it turned into a ghost town.
No one suspected that Jerry was a spy. On the surface he behaved like any normal citizen. When his covert activity was discovered and announced to the world, we were all shocked. He was no longer hidden.
What is a synonym for the word covert?
a. friendly
b. hidden
c. helpful
b. hidden
In what ways are Ava and Ella the same?
Ava and Ella are twin sisters that both have long black hair, pale skin and beautiful smiles. People are usually able to tell them apart because Ava likes to wear pink clothes, makeup and a lot of jewelry: whereas Ella's favorite color is black and dresses in dark plain clothes with no other fashion statements. They can usually be seen at the mall.
In what ways are Ava and Ella different?
Ava like to wear pink clothes, makeup and a lot of jewelry. Ella likes the color black and dresses in dark plain clothes with no other accessories.
Seabiscuit
Seabiscuit was a famous racehorse. He was a small horse, but he had lots of heart. Seabiscuit was born in Kentucky in May, 1933. Seabiscuit did not start out as a winner. In fact, he lost his first 17 races. In 1936 he was bought by a new owner. With a new trainer and owner Seabiscuit started winning. He won tons of races and people fell in love with him. But there was another great race horse. He was tall and fast. His name was War Admiral. In 1938 Seabiscuit and War Admiral had a race. Seabiscuit won! Later in 1938 Seabiscuit won Horse of the Year. Seabiscuit went on to win more races. After a long life he died in 1947. Seabiscuit was a truly great racehorse.
What event happened after Seabiscuit won the race with War Admiral?
Seabiscuit won Horse of the Year later in 1938.
NFL
Football is one of America’s most loved sports. But how did the NFL start? Football first became a professional sport in 1892. Then NFL began in 1920 with 10 teams from four different states. Some of the earliest teams were the Bears, Cardinals and the Green Bay Packers. The NFL team membership started to steady out in the late 1920s. Then the first championship game was held in 1933. Slowly over the years teams have been added. There are now 32 professional teams. The NFL has come a long way, but the game has stayed the same. Now the Superbowl in 2018 will be the 52nd.
What event started the NFL?
Football first became a professional sport in 1892.
I think it would help our basketball team, if we allowed girls to play. I’ve seen how Patty has a knack for making the tough shots when they’re needed most. She wants to play on our team and with her ability we’d win more games with her help.
What is a synonym for the word knack in the text?
a. to throw or toss
b. a kind of sports bag
c. an ability
c. an ability
Ed was tired of the cold winters in Akron, Ohio, where every year he had to wear many layers of clothes and go outside to shovel snow. Ed wanted to move to Austin, Texas, where his brother lives and told him that it rarely snows. Ed decided not to move because it wasn't worth the trouble and it does some times get cold during the winter in Austin anyway.
In what way is the weather in Akron, Ohio similar to Austin, Texas?
The weather can get cold during the winter in Austin like in Ohio during the winters.
Ed was tired of the cold winters in Akron, Ohio, where every year he had to wear many layers of clothes and go outside to shovel snow. Ed wanted to move to Austin, Texas, where his brother lives and told him that it rarely snows. Ed decided not to move because it wasn't worth the trouble and it does some times get cold during the winter in Austin anyway.
In what way is the weather in Akron, Ohio different to Austin, Texas?
Winters in Akron, Ohio you have to wear many layers of clothes and go outside to shovel snow.
Disneyland
It’s been called the Most Wonderful Place on Earth. What is this place? Disneyland! Walt Disney is the creator of Disneyland. He first got the idea for the park in the 1930s when he went to many theme parks with his daughter. He wanted to build a tourist park next to his studio, but he didn’t have enough room. So in 1953 Walt bought 160 acres in Anaheim, California. Then he started building the park in 1954. Later, the park was finished in 1955. Disneyland has had many changes. Star Wars, California Adventures, and other parts were added too. Disneyland has made more money than any other park. Now, in 2018, the park will celebrate its 63rd birthday.
What event happened next after Walt Disney bought the land for Disneyland?
Walt started building the park in 1954.
Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park is in Montana and Canada. It has beautiful mountains, and sparkling clear rivers and lakes. Glacier was first made a national park in 1910. Many hotels were added later. The famous Going-To-The-Sun-Road was finished in 1932. This road travels over the mountains and gives people a view like any other. Along with the mountains, the park has lots of wildlife, like grizzly bears, mountain goats and big horn sheep. Also in 1932 the park was named a Peace Park because it is in Canada and America. Many people visit the park every year. In 2017, the park broke a record with nearly 2 million visitors. Glacier Park will always be the crown of America.
What event happened first in 1932?
The famous Going-To-The-Sun-Road was finished.
The musical was an astounding performance, so much so that three movie directors came up to Maria. They were super impressed with her acting and offered her a head actress role.
What is a synonym of the word astounding in the text?
a. boring
b. impressive
c. nauseating
b. impressive