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What initial situation causes friction in the family?
A. The kids debate whether to adopt another pet.
B. Mom suggests hiring outside help for chores.
C. Dad’s job change means he’ll be away more, so chores must shift.
D. Dad cancels family meals due to his work schedule.
C. Dad’s job change means he’ll be away more, so chores must shift.
Which excerpt most clearly demonstrates the narrator’s learning and growth?
A. “We argued about who should do what.”
B. “Dad warned us of upcoming changes.”
C. “I set reminders so I wouldn’t forget the plants.”
D. “Mom came home to a mess every night.”
C. “I set reminders so I wouldn’t forget the plants.”
What is one way shell coloration supports survival, according to the passage?
A. Bright colors help the shell absorb sunlight for warmth.
B. Bold patterns protect shells from cracking under pressure.
C. Colors allow mollusks to attract mating partners only.
D. Camouflage helps avoid predators, and certain colors warn predators of danger.
D. Camouflage helps avoid predators, and certain colors warn predators of danger.
What does “camouflage” most nearly mean here?
A. Disguise or blending into surroundings to avoid detection.
B. Decorative pattern designed to be seen.
C. Use of color to attract attention.
D. Alteration of shape to match habitat.
A. Disguise or blending into surroundings to avoid detection.
“The thunder roared angrily across the sky.”
What type of figurative language is used here?
☐ A. Simile
☐ B. Metaphor
☐ C. Personification
☐ D. Hyperbole
C. Personification
Why does the sister feel the need to organize chores with a chart?
A. To eliminate chores entirely on off-days.
B. To ensure everyone shares responsibility equally over time.
C. To assign the hardest chores to older siblings only.
D. To allow each person to choose chores daily.
B. To ensure everyone shares responsibility equally over time.
What is the effect of first-person narration in this story?
A. It distances the reader from the characters’ growth.
B. It makes the narrative purely factual without emotion.
C. Readers experience the narrator’s internal perspective—his frustrations, successes, and reflections.
D. It restricts understanding of what other family members feel.
C. Readers experience the narrator’s internal perspective—his frustrations, successes, and reflections.
In context, what does “pigments” most likely mean?
A. Outer layers deposited by ocean waves.
B. Substances produced by the mollusk that color the shell.
C. Microscopic holes in the shell surface.
D. Mineral crystals embedded in the shell.
B. Substances produced by the mollusk that color the shell.
Which would be a stronger title for this article?
A. “The World of Bright Marine Patterns”
B. “The Science Behind Shell Colors”
C. “Why Ocean Water Changes Shades”
D. “Collecting Seashells by the Shore”
B. “The Science Behind Shell Colors”
Which sentence includes a simile?
☐ A. Her smile was sunshine after a storm.
☐ B. The classroom was a zoo during free time.
☐ C. The wind whispered through the trees.
☐ D. The snow sparkled like diamonds under the moonlight.
D. The snow sparkled like diamonds under the moonlight.
Which theme is most clearly developed through the story?
A. That letting others do the work is easier.
B. That perfection is necessary for success.
C. That only adults should decide the rules.
D. That cooperation and persistence can overcome chaotic beginnings.
D. That cooperation and persistence can overcome chaotic beginnings.
Which sentence is correctly written with capitalization and punctuation?
A. “My brother Dropped mr. Whiskers food on the Kitchen floor.”
B. “My Brother dropped Mr. whiskers food on the Kitchen Floor.”
C. “my Brother dropped MR Whiskers food on the Kitchen floor.”
D. “My brother dropped Mr. Whiskers’ food on the kitchen floor.”
D. “My brother dropped Mr. Whiskers’ food on the kitchen floor.”
Which detail offers strong evidence of camouflage in nature?
A. “Some shells with bright beauty attract luxury markets.”
B. “Shells found in sandy areas tend to be pale or speckled.”
C. “Each shell tells a story about the animal’s life.”
B. “Shells found in sandy areas tend to be pale or speckled.”
Which hypothetical research study would most deepen the article’s claims?
A. Looking at how many shells wash up daily on beaches.
B. Examining survival rates of mollusks with various shell colors in different habitats.
C. Surveying people about their favorite shell colors.
D. Cataloguing shells by size in supermarket displays.
B. Examining survival rates of mollusks with various shell colors in different habitats.
What kind of figurative language is used in this sentence?
“I have a million things to do before dinner.”
☐ A. Hyperbole
☐ B. Idiom
☐ C. Alliteration
☐ D. Metaphor
A. Hyperbole
Which sentence best supports the theme of growth through cooperation?
A. “We argued about who should do what.”
B. “Mom came home from work to find us all cleaning up together.”
C. “Dad explained things might change around the house.”
D. “My brother completely forgot and spilled the pet food.”
B. “Mom came home from work to find us all cleaning up together.”
What is the author’s primary objective in this passage?
A. To compare shell patterns across species.
B. To narrate a story about marine biology research.
C. To explain how shell colors form and how they aid mollusk survival.
D. To encourage readers to start collecting shells.
C. To explain how shell colors form and how they aid mollusk survival.
What structure does the author use to reinforce the main ideas?
A. Sequential narrative of a single mollusk’s life.
B. Explanation of cause and effect: coloring causes → survival uses.
C. A series of unrelated facts.
D. Compare/contrast among mollusk species only.
B. Explanation of cause and effect: coloring causes → survival uses
What best describes the author’s tone in Why Seashells Shine?
A. Curious, informative, and appreciative of nature.
B. Dramatic and suspenseful, as if telling a mystery.
C. Critical and scolding, warning readers of environmental damage.
D. Nostalgic, reminiscing about childhood beach trips.
A. Curious, informative, and appreciative of nature.
Read the line from a poem:
“Time is a thief that steals our happiest moments.”
What type of figurative language is used?
☐ A. Onomatopoeia
☐ B. Metaphor
☐ C. Simile
☐ D. Personification
B. Metaphor
How does the author structure Family Rules to emphasize change?
A. By alternating between two different narrators.
B. By beginning at the end and going backwards.
C. By listing chores in the order they were introduced.
D. By showing early struggle, gradual adaptation, and eventual pride.
D. By showing early struggle, gradual adaptation, and eventual pride.
How are shell color patterns produced?
A. Mineral deposits from the water that stain the shell.
B. Pigments produced by the mollusk as it grows; these form colors or patterns.
C. Friction from sand changing the shell’s outer layer.
D. Exposure to sunlight gradually fading or changing pigments.
B. Pigments produced by the mollusk as it grows; these form colors or patterns.
Which statement is the best summary of the central idea?
A. Mollusks randomly change their shell colors over time.
B. Natural pigments create seashell colors that function for protection and communication.
C. All shell patterns are unique, but not meaningful to survival.
D. Shell colors are mainly for aesthetic appeal.
B. Natural pigments create seashell colors that function for protection and communication.
Why is first-person narration effective?
A. Readers experience the challenges personally.
B. It limits the story to Dad’s point of view.
C. It removes all emotion.
D. It makes the story confusing.
A. Readers experience the challenges personally.
Which sentence uses alliteration?
☐ A. The river ran rapidly right past the rocks.
☐ B. The stars twinkled like tiny candles.
☐ C. He was as brave as a lion.
☐ D. The pancake was a fluffy cloud.
A. The river ran rapidly right past the rocks.