Main idea and supporting details
Figures of Speech
Author's purpose
Context clues/vocabulary
Are you smarter than a 4th grader?
Inferences
Fact/opinion, cause/effect
Text features
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Penguins are interesting birds. They are flightless. Penguins spend half their time on land and half their time in water. They can swim up to 20mph!
What is the main idea of this passage?
Penguins are interesting birds
100
What is a simile?
a) An extreme exaggeration
b) A direct comparison saying one thing is another
c) A comparison using "like" or "as"
d) A word that sounds like the noise it makes
c) A comparison using "like" or "as"
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Alzheimer’s Disease is an illness that people receive as they age. It leads to individuals losing memories they once possessed. The Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR) says that with Alzheimer's, the forgetting is about things that are part of everyday life. You might not notice the symptoms of AD at first. The early symptoms usually develop slowly. Only later, when a person starts saying and doing things that seem very different from before, are the symptoms noticeable. A person can forget how to get dressed, or they might not remember how to get home from the grocery store that is visited once a week. Sadly, a person may not recognize loved ones at all. This is why Alzheimer's has also been called the “mind-robbing” disease.
Why did the author include the information in the paragraph above?
F) To explain how so many people get the disease
G) To educate the reader about Alzheimer’s Disease and it’s symptoms.
H) To tell the reader about the ADEAR organization and the work they are doing.
G) To educate the reader about Alzheimer’s Disease and it’s symptoms.
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What does the prefix "non" mean?
Non means not.
100
Nick moved slowly in the morning before school and had not taken the time to get his backpack ready the night before. When the bus arrived, he was not ready.
What prediction can you make?
a) Nick didn’t need to ride the bus.
b) Nick missed the bus.
c) Nick waited patiently for the bus.
b) Nick missed the bus.
100
Tia had worked hard building a big sandcastle on the beach. As the tide began to rise, Tia and her family decided it was time to go to the hotel for the night. The next day Tia returned to the beach.
What prediction can you make by making an inference based on the context clues?
a) Tia’s sandcastle has been washed away.
b) Tia’s sandcastle is even bigger.
c) Tia’s sandcastle is floating on the water.
a) Tia’s sandcastle has been washed away.
100
Which of the following is a fact?
a) Chocolate tastes better than vanilla.
b) The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean.
c) Summer is the best time to go swimming.
d) Roller coasters are too scary.
b) The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean.
100
Which text feature helps a reader find the meaning of a word?
a) Table of contents
b) Glossary
c) Index
d) Caption
b) Glossary
200
Apples are a healthy and delicious fruit. They come in different colors, like red, green, and yellow. Some apples are sweet, while others are sour. People eat apples in many ways, such as in pies, applesauce, or just fresh.
What is the main idea of this passage?
a) Apples are a popular and tasty fruit
b) Only red apples taste good
c) Apples are better than oranges
d) Apples grow on farms
a) Apples are a popular and tasty fruit.
200
What is a metaphor?
a)An extreme exaggeration
b) A word that sounds like the noise it makes
c) A comparison using "like" or "as"
d) A direct comparison saying one thing IS another
d) A direct comparison saying one thing IS another
200
If you use the PIE acronym for the 3 main authors purposes, what does each letter stand for?
P- (to convince you to share their opinion)
I- (to teach you something)
E- (something written just for fun)
P-persuade
I-inform
E- entertain
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Each year, people around the world CONSUME tons of chocolate. The people of Switzerland consume more chocolate per person than anyone else in the world. They are joined in their love of chocolate by people in many other European countries.
In the paragraph above, the word "consume" means:
F) produce
G) eat
H) create
J) grow
G) eat
200
The moon affects the ocean's tides. The pull of the moon’s gravity moves the water, causing high tides and low tides. When the moon is closer to the Earth, tides are higher. Scientists study these patterns to predict when tides will change.
Which sentence is a supporting detail for the idea that the moon affects the ocean’s tides?
a) When the moon is closer to the Earth, tides are higher
b) The ocean is very deep
c) Some people like to surf in the ocean
d) The moon looks bright at night
a) When the moon is closer to the Earth, tides are higher
200
Caleb made a batch of cookies. He put them in the oven and forgot to set the timer. He forgot all about the cookies baking in the oven.
What prediction can you make using the context clues?
a) Caleb will turn on the timer.
b) The cookies will burn.
Caleb will give the cookies to his friends
b) The cookies will burn.
200
Which sentence is an opinion?
a) Elephants are the largest land animals.
b) A year has 12 months.
c) Reading is more fun than watching TV.
d) The moon orbits the Earth.
c) Reading is more fun than watching TV.
200
Where would you find the page number for a specific topic in a nonfiction book?
a) Glossary
b) Table of contents
c) Index
d) Heading
b) Table of contents
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Rainforests are home to many kinds of animals and plants. They have tall trees that provide shelter and food. Many animals, such as monkeys, parrots, and jaguars, live in the rainforest. Rainforests are also important because they help clean the air.
What is the main idea of this passage?
a) Rainforests are important and full of life
b) Only monkeys live in the rainforest
c) Jaguars eat parrots
d) Rainforests are small and empty
a) Rainforests are important and full of life.
300
What is hyperbole?
a) A comparison using "like" or "as"
b) An extreme exaggeration
c) A word that sounds like the noise it makes
d) A direct comparison saying one thing is another
b) An extreme exaggeration
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Head lice can happen to anyone. It is not a sign of poor hygiene. Head lice are tiny insects that live in human hair. They hatch from small eggs, called nits, which are attached to the base of a person’s hair. The nit is small and white and attaches about ¼ inch from the scalp on the hair. The eggs hatch in seven to ten days, with new louse reaching adulthood in about two weeks. The female louse can live 20 to 30 days and lay 6 to 10 eggs per day.
Prevention is the key word in the control of head lice in school, and the schools need parents’ help. They ask that parents check their child’s head over the ears and at the base of the neck each week. Parents and children should watch for nonstop itching, because it is a good sign that something is wrong. Head lice are transmitted in a number of ways, not only by physical contact. Parents should teach their children not to borrow combs, brushes, ribbons or head covers. If spending the night away from home, kids should take their own sleeping bag and pillow.
The author’s purpose in writing the SECOND paragraph in the text above is to--
A) explain to the reader how to get rid of head lice if a child has them.
B) inform the reader about head lice and how they spread within human hair.
C) provide the reader with ways to prevent the spreading of head lice.
D) describe to the reader how head lice can impact a child’s health.
C) provide the reader with ways to prevent the spreading of head lice.
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The old woman, known for her MIRTHFUL personality, always had a smile on her face. Even when the children cried, she would chuckle and tell them silly jokes. She would often say, "A little laugh can brighten any day!" Her friends always said she had a contagious laugh, and even the grumpy old cat would purr when she was around.
What do you think "mirthful" means?
A) old
B) cheerful
C) grumpy
B) cheerful
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I hear sounds coming from up above my head. I try to sleep, but the tighter I close my eyes, the louder the noises seem to get.
It sounds like someone dragging a rake across a chalkboard. Or…no, it’s more like a bunch of marbles falling onto a linoleum floor. No, not that either.
Tonight the sound could be two dozen maracas, rolling back and forth on a lazily tossing boat.
Whatever it is, it’s scaring me to death.
My name is Drew, and I sleep in the bedroom just underneath the attic. At least, I’m supposed to sleep there.
Ever since the noise started, I can barely catch 4 winks, much less 40 of them. It’s not the sound that bothers me so much as the pictures it puts in my head. Stuff like a rake on a chalkboard. Who could sleep while that’s running through their brain?
Which sentence from the selection shows that the main character is having trouble falling asleep?
F) Whatever it is, it’s scaring me to death.
G) I hear sounds coming from up above my head.
H) It’s not the sound that bothers me so much as the pictures it puts in my head.
J) At least, I’m supposed to sleep there. Ever since the noise started, I can barely catch 4 winks, much less 40 of them.
J) At least, I’m supposed to sleep there. Ever since the noise started, I can barely catch 4 winks, much less 40 of them.
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Emma woke up feeling tired, her throat hurt, and she had a fever. What can you infer?
a) She is very excited
b) She is nervous about school
c) She is probably sick
d) She is getting a new puppy
c) She is probably sick
300
It started raining, so Jenny used an umbrella. What is the CAUSE?
a) Jenny used an umbrella
b) It started raining
c) Jenny forgot her jacket
d) The sun was shining
b) It started raining
300
What is the purpose of a section heading in a text?
a) To tell a funny story
b) To show the main idea or topic of a section
c) To give the author’s opinion
d) To provide a summary of the whole book
b) To show the main idea topic of a section
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Bicycling is a fun and healthy way to get around. Riding a bike helps your heart and muscles stay strong. It is also good for the environment because bikes do not cause pollution like cars do. Many people enjoy biking to school or work.
Which sentence is a supporting detail for the main idea that biking is good for your health?
a) Biking helps your heart and muscles stay strong
b) Some people ride bikes in races
c) Bicycles have two wheels
d) People wear helmets when they bike
a) Biking helps your heart and muscles stay strong
400
What is onomatopoeia? Please give an example.
a) A word that sounds like the noise it makes
b) A direct comparison saying one thing is another
c) An extreme exaggeration
d) A comparison using "like" or "as"
a) A word that sounds like the noise it makes. Examples will vary.
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Can you imagine a week without watching SpongeBob SquarePants, Stranger Things or your favorite TV show? The TV-Turnoff Network wants you to do just that—and imagine what you can do instead of watching TV. As a result, the theme of TV-Turnoff Week is "Imagine." The event takes place from April 24 to April 30. The organization would like to raise awareness about the negative effects of watching too much TV. On average, each person in the United States watches at least four hours of television per day, according to RealVision and the TV-Turnoff Network. In fact, kids spend more time in front of the television (1,023 hours per year) than in school (900 hours per year)! Experts say that too much TV time is bad for children. Kids don’t perform as well in school and don’t exercise enough. Robert Kesten, executive director of the TV-Turnoff Network, hopes that kids will turn off the TV and participate in other interests. "We think kids will be surprised with the new discoveries they will make if they choose to shut off the TV for a week." Kesten told ABN News.
The author’s purpose in writing the paragraph above is to--
A) explain why the TV-Turnoff Network is trying to decrease the time kids spend watching TV.
B) have the reader think about what life would be like without watching television.
C) to persuade the reader to participate in TV-turnoff Week.
D) entertain the reader with interesting information about television.
A) explain why the TV-Turnoff Network is trying to decrease the time kids spend watching TV.
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Before crawling into bed with her favorite book, Angela went online using her computer and internet and learned that in addition to worms, blue jays eat berries and fruits such as grapes, cherries, and tomatoes.
The next day, during breakfast, Angela MIMICKED a mama bird by chirping as she dropped worms and fruit into the chick’s mouth.
Angela’s mom complimented her on how talented she was at making bird noises. When breakfast was finally over, the family voted and decided to name the bird.
In the paragraph above, the word "mimicked" means —
F) fed
G) imitated
H) touched
J) pretended
G) imitated
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Poetry-
I used to be a superhero,
Soaring high from tree to tree.
With a cape around my shoulders,
I was as happy as could be.
“Grow up,” my brother said.
By four, I’d made a rocket ship.
It took me all the way to Mars.
It started out as a cardboard box,
Before I steered it to the stars.
“Grow up,” my sister said.
At five, I could read and write
in every language ever heard.
The pictures gave me all I needed.
And crayon scrawls stood in for words.
“Grow up,” my best friend said.
At six, I put my cape away.
At seven, a box was just a box.
By eight, I read and wrote with ease.
I could tell the time on clocks.
“You’re growing up,” my mother said.
I miss my cape. Sometimes I think
that boxes still could make cool forts.
But I have no time for make believe
I’m busy writing school reports.
I don’t always like being grown up.
The author repeats the phrase “grow up” through out the poem in order to--
a) illustrate how he can't wait to grow up
b) show that the people around him felt annoyed with him when he used his imagination
c) to show you all the different definitions of the words "grow up"
d) show how adorable everyone thought he was when he would play pretend
b) show that the people around him felt annoyed with him when he used his imagination
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After a mother cat gives birth to her kittens, she will nurse them right away with her milk. When a kitten is born, it only has a little bit of fur and is blind for a few days. Like human infants and other mammal babies, the kittens need a lot of help from their mother when they are first born, since they are very weak and small. Their mother spends a lot of time feeding them and giving them baths by licking them. As the kittens grow bigger, the mother will continue to protect them from enemies and even her human friends! Mother cats do not like it when adult humans or children play with their kittens, and they may attack. Kittens may also bite and scratch to protect themselves against harm. So even though they can be very cute, you must always be careful around mother cats and their litters of kittens, and you must respect their safe spaces. Remember that these cat families are only doing what they need to do to survive.
Which detail from the passage above shows how kittens and human babies are similar?
A) Their mother spends a lot of time feeding them and giving them baths by licking them.
B) Kittens may also bite and scratch to protect themselves against harm.
C) The kittens need a lot of help from their mother when they are first born, since they are very weak and small.
D) When a kitten is born, it only has a little bit of fur and is blind for a few days.
C) The kittens need a lot of help from their mother when they are first born, since they are very weak and small.
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David stayed up too late watching TV, so he was very tired in the morning. What is the EFFECT ?
a) David was very tired in the morning
b) David watched TV
c) David had a good night’s sleep
d) David played outside all day
a) David was very tired in the morning
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You want to find out what page the chapter on volcanoes starts on. Which text feature should you use?
a) Index
b) Table of contents
c) Glossary
d) Sidebar
b) Table of contents
500
The ocean is a fascinating place. It covers most of the Earth and is home to thousands of sea creatures. The ocean also provides food, transportation, and even the air we breathe. Scientists are still discovering new things about the ocean every day.
What is the main idea of this passage?
a) The ocean is big and full of mysteries
b) Only fish live in the ocean
c) The ocean is dangerous for people
d) Oceans do not affect the air
a) The ocean is big and full of mysteries
500
Which sentence is an example of hyperbole?
a) The car engine vroomed as it sped down the street.
b) The dog was as fluffy as a cloud.
c) I'll die if I don't get to go to the mall this weekend!
d) She is a shining star on the stage.
c) I'll die if I don't get to go to the mall this weekend!
500
This message is message is extremely important. I am from Uganda. I have millions of dollars in my bank account, but I can't transfer it out of the country because of local laws. If you send me a thousand dollars to cover the processing fee, I will put a million dollars in your account as a reward. Send me the money order and your account number.
The message above sounds like a great deal, doesn’t it? And it would be--if it were true. This is an example of an email sent to millions of people each year trying to scam them out of their money. These people, known as scam artists, are sitting behind a computer screen far away creating plans to take money from innocent people. These types of messages always have a few things in common, so pay attention! Scam emails most likely always come from someone you’ve never met or heard of. Also, they usually tell people that they will receive money in return for giving money. Lastly, scam artists ask for a piece important personal information that should never be shared with strangers, like account information. If you ever receive a message above that sounds like it is too good to be true, it’s best to delete it right away!
The author of the scam email has written the email to:
A) Inform the reader what its like to live in Uganda
B) Entertain the reader with thoughts of having a million dollars
C) Persuade the reader to send the author their bank account number and a thousand dollars so they can scam the reader.
C) Persuade the reader to send the author their bank account number and a thousand dollars so they can scam the reader.
500
After hiking all day, we were famished and ate a huge dinner. What does famished mean?
a) Not hungry
b) Very hungry
c) Very full
d) Tired
b) Very hungry
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Diana laid in bed staring up at the ceiling, tryin to fall asleep. “Are you still awake?” her sister Stephanie asked from the bottom bunk. “Yeah. I can’t sleep,” Diana said, sounding frustrated. She wished she could just make a decision. The way she saw it, their choices ranged from bad to worse. “Diana, what’s the worst thing that could happen?” Stephanie asked. She was curious to find out why her sister was so nervous. “The worst thing? Mom could get mad and ground us for life?” “Maybe we should cancel it,” Stephanie said. “I can’t do that. A bunch of Mom’s friends are coming tomorrow. Plus the bakery has a strict policy about canceling cake orders. I’ll lose my money if we cancel now.” The next evening, Diana felt nervous. Twenty people were crammed into their small apartment. She had turned on the fan.
What is Emily worried might happen when her mom learns they threw a surprise party?
A) They could lose the money that they paid for the cake.
B) Her mom might get mad and ground them for a long time.
C) Not all of the guests will show up because the apartment is too small.
D) Her mom will cancel the party and tell everyone to leave.
B) Her mom might get mad and ground them for a long time.
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Samuel could see his cousin standing by the front gate waiting for him. He waved and Samuel sprinted across the street and squeezed through the door to give him a huge hug. “Man! You’re going to be as tall as me pretty soon!” his cousin said as he playfully rubbed Samuel’s head. “Come on, cousin. Everyone is waiting for us in the backyard. They’re not going to believe how big you’ve gotten!”
The conversation between Samuel and his cousin in the paragraph above shows that --
A) Samuel and his cousin don’t really get along with one another.
B) Samuel visits his cousin once every year.
C) Samuel had not seen his cousin in a long time.
D) Samuel’s cousin is much older than he is.
C) Samuel had not seen his cousin in a long time.
500
The soccer game was canceled because it was storming outside. What is the CAUSE?
a) The soccer game was canceled
b) It was storming outside
c) The soccer team won
d) The coach forgot about the game
b) It was storming outside
500
If you are looking for a summary of a GRAPH or PICTURE, which text feature should you read?
a) Heading
b) Caption
c) Index
d) Table of contents
b) Caption
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"What should I wear today?" is a question most people ask themselves each morning. For some kids, however, the answer is the same every day—a school uniform. Officials in Grapevine, Texas, are currently debating whether students should wear uniforms next year. Uniforms would contribute to "building pride within our school and community," Grapevine Superintendent Robin Ryan told CW News. Grapevine is one of many school districts across the state considering a school uniform policy. More than 10 years ago, 5 percent of public schools required students to wear uniforms. Now, the number is closer to 10 percent. Some school officials support the policy, saying that uniforms will encourage students to focus on their work. Opponents, however, say students should be allowed to express themselves through their clothing.
Which detail from the text supports the idea that not everyone agrees about requiring students to wear a school uniform?
A) For some kids, however, the answer is the same every day--a school uniform.
B) Uniforms contribute to “building pride within our school and community”
C) More than 10 years ago, 5 percent of public schools required that students wear uniforms.
D) Opponents, however, say students should be allowed to express themselves through their clothing.
D) Opponents, however, say students should be allowed to express themselves through their clothing.
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Please give your own example of a simile
Answers will vary but must use the words "like" or "as"
600
The armadillo is a strange animal. It looks strange, and it acts strange. And in a strange way, it has become very important in the battle against one of mankind’s strangest and most terrible diseases. The armadillo was given its name by the early Spanish explorers in Central America. Since it is native only to the Americas, the Spanish had never seen one before. They must have stared at the first one in great surprise. El armadillo they called it, meaning “the little armored one.” And it does look somewhat like a soldier’s helmet with feet. Or maybe an iron football. But that’s only the body. At one end, there is a long, round, pointed tail. At the other end is a head almost at long and as pointed as the tail.
The author was most likely wrote this selection in order to--
A) describe how armadillos look and how they received their name
B) explain how armadillos are being used to fight against deadly diseases.
C) entertain the reader with information Spanish explorers in Central America.
D) educate the reader on the armadillo’s habitat and diet.
A) describe how armadillos look and how they received their name
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What does the prefix "arch" mean?
The prefix arch means "most important" or "leader"
600
Nine of ten teachers say recess is an important part of the school day, according to a recent survey conducted by the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA). Experts also state that the benefits of recess are more important than the lost class time. Recess gives students the opportunity to take a break, exercise, and socialize with their friends. At recess, many students learn how to work together with others. Many studies also show that recess helps improve test scores. The National PTA and Cartoon Network recently launched a program called Rescuing Recess. Children across the country are being asked to write letters to let their local and state school officials know that recess is important to them.
According to the selection, the main goal of a Rescuing Recess is to —
A) Extend the amount of time that students have for recess each day.
B) Build playgrounds for schools that cannot afford them.
C) Increase awareness and teach people the importance of recess.
D) Teach students how to work together in a healthy way.
C) Increase awareness and teach people the importance of recess.
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Joseph couldn't believe it. The morning of his 4th grade field trip to the Perot Center of Earth and Science, he didn’t feel well. At all. “This can't be,” he thought to himself. “Science is my favorite subject, and I'm not going to be able to go to the museum with Mr. Miller and my friends?” He pleaded with his parents to let him go to school anyway, but they were firm in their refusal. "The sooner you rest at home, the sooner you'll get better," his mother said. "Don't be so hard on yourself, champ," his father said. "We can always go another time." "I won't be with Mr. Miller and my science class if I go another time," Joseph protested. "It won't be the same."
The reader can conclude that Joseph most likely--
A) doesn’t like missing school because of being sick.
B) really wants to attend the fourth grade field trip with his classmates.
C) disagrees with his parents often about what he wants to do.
D) pretends to be sick so that he doesn't have to attend field trips he doesn’t enjoy.
B) really wants to attend the fourth grade field trip with his classmates.
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Which sentence is a FACT? a) George Washington was the first U.S. president.
b) The best way to travel is by airplane.
c) Cats are better pets than dogs.
d) Video games are more fun than board games.
a) George Washington was the first U.S. president.
600
This text feature uses an image to make a point, measure, give more information, or compare and contrast things-
A) Picture
B) Caption
C) Graph
D) Section Heading
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Do you remember what happened on your favorite program yesterday? What about the day before? If so, you may need a break from TV! Kids are watching more TV than they watched before, researchers say.
A study from 2009 found that children spend more than 28 hours per week in front of a TV. That includes time spent playing video games.
Kids ages 6 to 11 in the United States watch more than three hours of TV each day. Ten years ago, children watched only about two hours and 40 minutes of TV each day. That means kids today watch almost five hours more TV each week.
Why the increase? Experts say more TV programs today are interesting to children. “There are more choices available than ever before,” April McDonald, one of the researchers, told WB News.
Many people want to reduce TV time for kids, especially because research shows that children who watch television for more than three hours per day perform more poorly in school.
Which supporting detail from the selection above explains why kids might watch TV more now than ever before?
A) kids today watch almost five hours more TV each week.
B) Kids are watching more TV than they watched before, researchers say.
C) Ten years ago, children watched only about two hours and 40 minutes of TV each day.
D) Experts say more TV programs today are aimed at kids and their interests.
D) Experts say more TV programs today are aimed at kids and their interests.
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I hear sounds coming from up above my head. I try to sleep, but the tighter I close my eyes, the louder the noises seem to get.
It sounds like someone dragging a rake across a chalkboard. Or…no, it’s more like a bunch of marbles falling onto a linoleum floor. No, not that either.
Tonight the sound could be two dozen maracas, rolling back and forth on a lazily tossing boat.
Whatever it is, it’s scaring me to death.
My name is Drew, and I sleep in the bedroom just underneath the attic. At least, I’m supposed to sleep there.
Ever since the noise started, I can barely catch 4 winks, much less 40 of them. It’s not the sound that bothers me so much as the pictures it puts in my head. Stuff like a rake on a chalkboard. Who could sleep while that’s running through their brain?
Choose a line from this text and tell me whether it is a metaphor, simile, oenomania, or hyperbole
Answers will vary
700
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, American students are performing more poorly than other countries in math, reading and science. Many people believe that an extended school day can help close the gap. For many students going back to school this year, the school day will be nearly 45 minutes longer than it was the previous year. It’s part of a nation-wide trend to increase the amount of time students spend in the classroom. In 2012, nearly 100 elementary schools in Virginia extended their school day by one hour. As a result, many of these schools noticed an increase in students’ reading test scores. In some schools, the extended day allows students more time for special activities like art, music and P.E. Other schools have decided to use the extra time for lunch and recess!
The author’s purpose in writing the paragraph above is to--
A) explain what changes schools are able to make after lengthening their
B) describe how students feel about longer school days
C) inform readers that an extended school day may be beneficial for schools
D) explain the negative results of extending the school day
C) inform readers that an extended school day may be beneficial for schools
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Mia sighed. It did not stop! Cold white snowflakes came down on the city of Montreal morning, noon, and night. Mia wondered when the snowstorm would end. The other kids in her class loved the snow.
They loved that sometimes, when the winds picked up and the roads turned icy, school was cancelled. They liked to build towering forts and snowmen, with carrot sticks for noses.
Susannah DESPISED the snow. More than that, she hated everything about wintertime.
In the paragraph above, the word "despised" means
F) disgusted
G) disliked
H) enjoyed
J) played in
G) disliked
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Throughout its early history, the United States relied on children to work in many different settings, including farms, mines and factories. There was a time when most employers hired kids because they were inexpensive and easy to manage.
In the 1800s, kids as young as six years old worked in textile mills for 12 hours each day. By the end of the century, almost 2 million kids performed dangerous tasks in the workplace.
The long working hours weren’t the only issue. The work conditions were often poor and the young children were paid very little for their efforts. Any child who misbehaved while at work was punished and sent to a “whipping room.” Workers hardly had any time for breaks and most had to eat their lunch while continuing their workplace duties.
Why was hiring young children prefered over hiring adults in the workplace?
A) They were smaller so they could fit into tight spaces.
B) Young children have a lot of energy and can work for longer periods of time without getting tired.
C) Hiring children was cheap and kids were easy to manage.
D) Many adults already had jobs.
C) Hiring children was cheap and kids were easy to manage.
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Brandon stared at his grandmother. "Grandma, I'm not Bryan. My name is Brandon." Brandon’s grandmother raised her eyebrows and said, "I know my own children. You're Bryan." "Okay, Grandma, I'm Bryan," he said. Brandon turned away. Boy, was Grandma acting weird, he thought. Lately she had been calling him Bryan--that was his dad's name, not his. It was as if she didn't know him at all. Tears welled up in his eyes. Yesterday he had told her several times that he wasn't Bryan. He had thought she was playing games with him. But she became angry and yelled at him after the fourth or fifth time that he insisted he was Bryan. He cried yesterday too.
Which detail from the passage above best shows why Brandon is upset?
A) Brandon turned away. Boy, was Grandma acting weird, he thought.
B) It was as if she didn’t know him at all.
C) He cried yesterday too.
D) He had thought she was playing games with him.
B) It was as if she didn’t know him at all.
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Which part is the cause?
Tom was late to school because he forgot to set his alarm.
....he forgot to set his alarm.
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Which text feature is a small section of text, often in a colored box, that gives extra facts or details about a topic?
a) Sidebar
b) Index
c) Caption
d) Heading
a) Sidebar
