3rd Grade ELA - 6

Introductions & Conclusions

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(1) Anne's friend, Alex, believed that there was no better way to enjoy a bright, sunny day than to go fishing! Alex told her that fishing helped him to relax. “You should definitely go fishing at least once! I want you to come with me when I go fishing on Sunday,” he said to her. Anne happily agreed. (2) On Sunday morning, they put all the things they would need for their trip in a bag. They kept a pole, some line, a sinker, a bobber, a hook, and some bait. Alex made sure to buy a line that was light, but strong enough to hold the fish. (3) Alex told Anne that there were certain things she needed to keep in mind before planning a fishing trip. Anne made sure that she carried a first-aid kit and a fully charged cell phone. She informed her parents about the location of her fishing trip. She also told them by what time she would be back. (4) Alex smiled at her enthusiasm. "I'm glad you're so excited about your first fishing trip! You'll love it, I promise." Which sentence best introduces the first paragraph? A. Anne had never gone fishing. B. Sundays are the best days to go fishing with friends. C. Learning to fish takes a lot of effort. D. Anne was surprised so many things were needed for fishing.

A. Anne had never gone fishing.

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(1) Ramya always wanted to have a pet. She knew that her parents wanted her to become responsible enough to take care of the pet. They had promised her that they would get her one when she turned 12. At last her wish was fulfilled when her parents gave her a cute puppy on her birthday. All those years of waiting were worthwhile. The puppy was grey, with a soft shiny coat. She had named him Caeser. In less than a month, everyone in the house had become fond of him. (2) When she came home from school, he would jump around her barking excitedly. It really made Ramya feel special! He would follow her everywhere in the house. In the evenings, he wanted to play with her. They would go in the garden. Ramya would throw a ball and Caeser would run to catch it and bring it back to her. At night, he liked sleeping in her room, in his dog basket. Which sentence can be added to the end of the introductory (first) paragraph? A. Caeser liked to stay indoors. B. Ramya wasted her time playing with her pet. C. Ramya's friends came to play with Caeser. D. Caeser loved Ramya the most.

D. Caeser loved Ramya the most.

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(1) Learning how to drive a car can be scary at first. (2) Many young drivers are afraid because there are so many things to remember while driving. (3) They must pay attention to where they are going and watch out for other drivers. (4) If they are driving near a store or school, drivers must also watch for people crossing the street. (5) Although it can be hard at first, many drivers find it gets easier in time. What is the topic sentence in the paragraph? A. sentence 1 B. sentence 2 C. sentence 5 D. sentence 4

A. sentence 1

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Have there been times when you wanted to give up? There were many times when Joni Eareckson Tada wanted to give up. After losing the use of her arms and legs in a diving accident, Tada decided to live as best as she could. She started a group to help others like her, gave speeches around the U.S., and started a radio show. What is the topic sentence in the paragraph? A. After losing the use of her arms and legs in a diving accident, Tada decided to live as best as she could. B. There were many times when Joni Eareckson Tada wanted to give up. C. Have there been times when you wanted to give up? D. She started a group to help others like her, gave speeches around the U.S., and started a radio show.

A. After losing the use of her arms and legs in a diving accident, Tada decided to live as best as she could.

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There are many different hobbies people can do. Some people like to play sports such as golf and tennis for fun. Others find painting or reading to be a great way to spend their free time. My grandmother and her friends like to make quilts. However, my mom says gardening is her favorite hobby. In all, it is good to find a hobby you love and to do it when possible. What is the topic sentence in the paragraph? A. However, my mom says gardening is her favorite hobby. B. There are many different hobbies people can do. C. My grandmother and her friends like to make quilts. D. Some people like to play sports such as golf and tennis for fun.

B. There are many different hobbies people can do.

Developing Topics

100

Flip flops are fun summer shoes. A lot of people wear them. But they should only wear flip flops for short amounts of time. Doctors say that wearing them can lead to foot problems. People's feet slide around in the shoes. Also, the shoes do not cover much of the feet. Some problems from wearing flip flops are twisted ankles and cuts. People really should cut down on how much they wear flip flops. How does the author support his or her opinion? A. by sharing a personal story about flip flops B. by telling the opinions of flip flop wearers C. by stating what doctors say about flip flops D. by comparing flip flops with tennis shoes

C. by stating what doctors say about flip flops

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Heidi is a story about a small girl called Heidi. Children love this book because the story is interesting and magical. The story begins with Heidi coming to live with her grandfather in the mountains. She makes friends with Peter, who is hard-working and looks after the goats. Readers like the descriptions of the surroundings that include colorful flowers and the fresh air of the mountains. The book describes the strong bond between Heidi and her grandfather. Heidi's grandfather, who used to be a lonely man, learns to be happy again. The best thing about the story is Heidi's positive character. She spreads happiness wherever she goes. Heidi is a book that all children should read. Which sentence from the piece best supports the book report writer's opinion? Heidi is a story about a small girl called Heidi. Children love this book because the story is interesting and magical. The story begins with Heidi coming to live with her grandfather in the mountains. She makes friends with Peter, who is hard-working and looks after the goats. Readers like the descriptions of the surroundings that include colorful flowers and the fresh air of the mountains. The book describes the strong bond between Heidi and her grandfather. Heidi's grandfather, who used to be a lonely man, learns to be happy again. The best thing about the story is Heidi's positive character. She spreads happiness wherever she goes. Heidi is a book that all children should read. Which sentence from the piece best supports the book report writer's opinion? The best thing about the story is Heidi's positive character. The story begins with Heidi coming to live with her grandfather in the mountains. She makes friends with Peter, who is hard-working and looks after the goats. A. The book describes the strong bond between Heidi and her grandfather. B. The story begins with Heidi coming to live with her grandfather in the mountains. C. She makes friends with Peter, who is hard-working and looks after the goats. D. The book describes the strong bond between Heidi and her grandfather.

A. The book describes the strong bond between Heidi and her grandfather.

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Little Jack Rabbit and Chippy Chipmunk is the best children's book! Children love this book because the story is very interesting. The story starts with Little Jack Rabbit finding some lollipop juice. He then meets Big Brown Bear. Big Brown Bear invites Little Jack Rabbit to his cave and serves him cakes for breakfast. As the day passes, Little Jack Rabbit meets friends Chippy Chipmunk, Jim Crow, and others. At the end of the book, Little Jack Rabbit builds a vegetable store. The best part of the story is the funny events in it. Children also love this book because it has colorful pictures. The scenes in the book are very beautifully painted. The artist lives in London. Which sentence from the piece best supports the book report writer's opinion? A. At the end of the book, Little Jack Rabbit builds a vegetable store. B. The best part of the story is the funny events in it. C. The story starts with Little Jack Rabbit finding some lollipop juice. D. As the day passes, Little Jack Rabbit meets friends Chippy Chipmunk, Jim Crow, and others.

B. The best part of the story is the funny events in it.

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Little Jack Rabbit and Chippy Chipmunk is the best children's book! Children love this book because the story is very interesting. The story starts with Little Jack Rabbit finding some lollipop juice. He then meets Big Brown Bear. Big Brown Bear invites Little Jack Rabbit to his cave and serves him cakes for breakfast. As the day passes, Little Jack Rabbit meets friends Chippy Chipmunk, Jim Crow, and others. At the end of the book, Little Jack Rabbit builds a vegetable store. The best part of the story is the funny events in it. Children also love this book because it has colorful pictures. The scenes in the book are very beautifully painted. The artist lives in London. Which part of this book report goes off the subject? A. Big Brown Bear invites Little Jack Rabbit to his cave and serves him cakes for breakfast. B. He then meets Big Brown Bear. C. Children also love this book because it has colorful pictures. D. The artist lives in London.

D. The artist lives in London.

Academic Vocabulary

100

Today, America is a big country. Many years ago, the country started small. Colonists were some of the first to come to America from Europe. These people came to America to claim land and live in colonies. A colony is an area where settlers from another country live. A colony is owned by another country. European countries owned the American colonies. Great Britain ruled the colonies that would become America. The 13 red and white stripes on the American flag stand for these old 13 colonies. Many colonists began to dislike their rulers. They did not like being taxed by the British. There was an extra tax the colonists paid when they bought tea. The colonists decided they did not want to be ruled by Great Britain. They started a revolution with hopes of splitting away from Great Britain. That is when the colonists made their own country, which became America. Great Britain wanted to keep control of the colonies. The American Revolutionary War started in 1775. It lasted until 1783 when America won. Based on the passage, what does the word colonist mean? A. a person who settles in a new place B. a person who always pays a tax C. a person who fights in a war D. a person who enjoys drinking tea

A. a person who settles in a new place

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Today, America is a big country. Many years ago, the country started small. Colonists were some of the first to come to America from Europe. These people came to America to claim land and live in colonies. A colony is an area where settlers from another country live. A colony is owned by another country. European countries owned the American colonies. Great Britain ruled the colonies that would become America. The 13 red and white stripes on the American flag stand for these old 13 colonies. Many colonists began to dislike their rulers. They did not like being taxed by the British. There was an extra tax the colonists paid when they bought tea. The colonists decided they did not want to be ruled by Great Britain. They started a revolution with hopes of splitting away from Great Britain. That is when the colonists made their own country, which became America. Great Britain wanted to keep control of the colonies. The American Revolutionary War started in 1775. It lasted until 1783 when America won. Which word would best replace the word tax in the passage? A. flavor B. price C. flag D. country

B. price

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Today, America is a big country. Many years ago, the country started small. Colonists were some of the first to come to America from Europe. These people came to America to claim land and live in colonies. A colony is an area where settlers from another country live. A colony is owned by another country. European countries owned the American colonies. Great Britain ruled the colonies that would become America. The 13 red and white stripes on the American flag stand for these old 13 colonies. Many colonists began to dislike their rulers. They did not like being taxed by the British. There was an extra tax the colonists paid when they bought tea. The colonists decided they did not want to be ruled by Great Britain. They started a revolution with hopes of splitting away from Great Britain. That is when the colonists made their own country, which became America. Great Britain wanted to keep control of the colonies. The American Revolutionary War started in 1775. It lasted until 1783 when America won. Which word would best replace the word revolution in the passage? A. team B. game C. race D. war

D. war

400

Sometimes, people find old rocks that look like animals or plants. These strange rocks are called fossils. Fossils are made when an object gets caught in mud and rock. After the mud hardens, it becomes a hard rock that is a copy of how the object looked. Fossils can last for a very long time. Sometimes, a person finds a fossil of an animal that is extinct. This is important because these animals can no longer be found anywhere on Earth. These ancient fossils can show what an animal looked like many years ago. Based on the passage, what does the word extinct mean? A. still living and present B. no longer a rock C. not around anymore D. stuck in the mud

C. not around anymore

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Sometimes, people find old rocks that look like animals or plants. These strange rocks are called fossils. Fossils are made when an object gets caught in mud and rock. After the mud hardens, it becomes a hard rock that is a copy of how the object looked. Fossils can last for a very long time. Sometimes, a person finds a fossil of an animal that is extinct. This is important because these animals can no longer be found anywhere on Earth. These ancient fossils can show what an animal looked like many years ago. Which word would best replace the word ancient in the passage? A. old B. new C. rock D. mud

A. old

Context Clues

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On every family trip, Parker and Collin like to run down the corridors in the hotel. They love racing down the long narrow spaces. Sometimes people in the hotel rooms would open their doors. They would ask the boys to quiet down. What does the word corridors most likely mean? A. hallways B. bedrooms C. kitchens D. closets

A. hallways

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The class pet was missing. Ms. Hatcher planned to give the person who found the pet a nice bounty of candy and stickers. All the students went looking for the bunny. They wanted to get the reward. What is the best meaning of bounty? A. reward B. sticker C. dream D. candy

A. reward

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Harry loved playing in the tree house. He just did not like having to go up the ladder. He started the ascent up the ladder. He never looked down, and he made it safely to the tree house. Based on the context clues in the sentences, the best meaning of ascent is A. handle. B. shake. C. climb. D. scare.

C. climb.

400

Rhonda went to the store to buy milk. She was only in the store for a brief amount of time. In just a few minutes, she was back in the car and headed home. Using the context clues from the sentences, what is the best meaning of brief? A. known B. short C. long D. time

B. short

500

"Are you ready yet?" David shouted. "We are going to be late!" He stood by the front door, waiting for his wife. She was still in the room getting ready. Finally, his wife emerged from the bedroom. David's jaw dropped. "You look beautiful," he told her. Using clues from the story, emerged most likely means A. appeared. B. jumped. C. shouted. D. waited.

A. appeared.

Pot Luck

100

President Franklin D. Roosevelt once said, "there is nothing to fear but fear itself." What word needs to be capitalized? A. itself B. there C. fear D. nothing

B. there

200

Which of the following is a complex sentence? A. Sasha wrapped the present neatly and tied a blue ribbon around it. B. Jack forgot to do his homework, so he rushed to finish it in the morning. C. Kyle tried to eat his breakfast quickly because he was running very late. D. Abby wanted to ride her bicycle, but she could not bike in the rain.

C. Kyle tried to eat his breakfast quickly because he was running very late.

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For your friend's birthday, try making a birthday card! All you need is construction paper and markers. Fold the construction paper in half. Then, decorate the inside and outside of the card. Do not forget to write a message wishing your friend a happy birthday! You can even use glitter or other colored paper to make neat shapes. You will be able to give your friend a card not found in any store. And you will have had fun making it! What is the best heading for this paragraph? A. Using a Little Glitter Every Day B. Construction Paper Is Fun! C. One-of-a-Kind Birthday Card D. How to Buy a Birthday Card

C. One-of-a-Kind Birthday Card

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(1) Cupcakes are my favorite cakes to ate. (2) I like the vanilla cakes with the chocolate icing. (3) Mom says that cupcakes are bad for you if you eat them too often. (4) I choose not to listan to her. (5) As long as she keeps making cupcakes, I will eat them. (6) I hope that at my birthday party Mom makes her famous strawberry cupcakes because they are yummy. (7) My friends are always happy when she makes them. (8) I am the happiest of all cause I get to put the icing on them. (9) My friends and I get excited when we can eat them with huge glasses of milk. How should sentence 4 be written? A. "I choose knot to listan to her." B. "I choose not to listen to her." C. "I choose not to listan to here." D. "I chose not to listan to her."

B. "I choose not to listen to her."

500

Which suffix means "full of"? A. -ment B. -less C. -able D. -ous

D. -ous