The Race
The Race 2
Soil: Nature's Recipe
Nature's GPS Echolocation
Reading Literature
100
Read the selection and choose the best answer to each question.
The Race
by Carla Gajewskey
1 Jack was the fastest rabbit in California.
2 Jack also thought he was the most handsome rabbit in California. He was skinny like a green bean. His ears stood straight upon his head, and they were as tall as the Empire State Building. Jack’s fur was gray and fluffy.
3 Jack did not just hop about through the brush, but his skinny body almost flew through the brush. He hopped so fast that you never even saw his feet hit the ground.
4 One day he saw a flyer inviting all rabbits to enter the 35th Annual Rabbit Run. The winner would win the gold trophy cup filled with the juiciest carrots from Farmer Brown’s garden.
5 Jack knew he had to sign up. After he signed up, he began to practice. Jack had one week before the race, and he wanted to be ready.
6 On the day of the race, Jack saw rabbits from all over. He saw tiny rabbits, medium size rabbits, large rabbits, short-eared rabbits, and long-eared rabbits, white rabbits, black rabbits, spotted rabbits, and all different kinds of rabbits.
7 One of the rabbits had long ears that hung to the floor. He hopped up to Jack and said, “Hi, my name is Marty. I’m from Jackson County. I’m going to win that carrot cup for my Mamma. She has seven baby rabbits that need tending to. What is your name?” Jack just said, “Jack.”
8 Marty continued to talk and talk like Jack was his best friend. Marty talked about his brothers and sisters, Farmer Brown, how barley is good for you, and so much more.
9 Jack listened and looked disturbed.
10 Once it was time for the race, all of the rabbits lined up. Marty was lined up by Jack and wished him luck.
11 Once the race started, Jack was off, and all you could see was a cloud of dust. As Jack was looking behind himself, he ran right into a thorn bush and got tangled up.
12 The other rabbits began to pass by him, yet no one stopped to help except Marty. Jack said, “Marty, what are you doing? You need to go so you can win the cup of carrots for you, Mamma.” Marty said, “You should always stop and help someone in need, and everything else will work out.”
13 Jack felt very bad for feeling annoyed with Marty earlier.
14 Once he got out of the thorn bush, Marty asked Jack if he wanted to race and gave him a wink.
15 Jack said okay and shook his head, and smiled. They asked Lawrence, a lizard, to tell them when to go. Lawrence said, “On your Mark. Get Set. Go!”
16 Jack started hopping into a cloud of dust. Marty just left him in the dust. Marty caught up to everybody and left them in the dust. Marty hopped through the finish line to the gold cup of carrots.
17 Jack shook Marty’s paw and laughing asked him how he did it. Marty said, “It is just the way I am made. My ears hang down, so when I run, they do not catch the wind like yours. I do not have anything to hold me back.”
18 Jack congratulated Marty and started to walk off. Marty yelled, “Come have some juicy carrots with me.” Jack said, “I thought they were for your family?” Marty said, “They are! Friends are family too!”
Why did Marty want to win the race?
A. To help his mamma tend the baby rabbits
B. He loved to eat carrots
C. He wanted to prove that he was the best
D. None of the above
A. To help his mamma tend the baby rabbits
100
Read the selection and choose the best answer to each question.
The Race
by Carla Gajewskey
1 Jack was the fastest rabbit in California.
2 Jack also thought he was the most handsome rabbit in California. He was skinny like a green bean. His ears stood straight upon his head, and they were as tall as the Empire State Building. Jack’s fur was gray and fluffy.
3 Jack did not just hop about through the brush, but his skinny body almost flew through the brush. He hopped so fast that you never even saw his feet hit the ground.
4 One day he saw a flyer inviting all rabbits to enter the 35th Annual Rabbit Run. The winner would win the gold trophy cup filled with the juiciest carrots from Farmer Brown’s garden.
5 Jack knew he had to sign up. After he signed up, he began to practice. Jack had one week before the race, and he wanted to be ready.
6 On the day of the race, Jack saw rabbits from all over. He saw tiny rabbits, medium size rabbits, large rabbits, short-eared rabbits, and long-eared rabbits, white rabbits, black rabbits, spotted rabbits, and all different kinds of rabbits.
7 One of the rabbits had long ears that hung to the floor. He hopped up to Jack and said, “Hi, my name is Marty. I’m from Jackson County. I’m going to win that carrot cup for my Mamma. She has seven baby rabbits that need tending to. What is your name?” Jack just said, “Jack.”
8 Marty continued to talk and talk like Jack was his best friend. Marty talked about his brothers and sisters, Farmer Brown, how barley is good for you, and so much more.
9 Jack listened and looked disturbed.
10 Once it was time for the race, all of the rabbits lined up. Marty was lined up by Jack and wished him luck.
11 Once the race started, Jack was off, and all you could see was a cloud of dust. As Jack was looking behind himself, he ran right into a thorn bush and got tangled up.
12 The other rabbits began to pass by him, yet no one stopped to help except Marty. Jack said, “Marty, what are you doing? You need to go so you can win the cup of carrots for you, Mamma.” Marty said, “You should always stop and help someone in need, and everything else will work out.”
13 Jack felt very bad for feeling annoyed with Marty earlier.
14 Once he got out of the thorn bush, Marty asked Jack if he wanted to race and gave him a wink.
15 Jack said okay and shook his head, and smiled. They asked Lawrence, a lizard, to tell them when to go. Lawrence said, “On your Mark. Get Set. Go!”
16 Jack started hopping into a cloud of dust. Marty just left him in the dust. Marty caught up to everybody and left them in the dust. Marty hopped through the finish line to the gold cup of carrots.
17 Jack shook Marty’s paw and laughing asked him how he did it. Marty said, “It is just the way I am made. My ears hang down, so when I run, they do not catch the wind like yours. I do not have anything to hold me back.”
18 Jack congratulated Marty and started to walk off. Marty yelled, “Come have some juicy carrots with me.” Jack said, “I thought they were for your family?” Marty said, “They are! Friends are family too!”
Which statement best describes the role of Marty's character in the story?
A. To provide a humorous moment in the race
B. To show the importance of helping others in need
C. To represent the underdog who ultimately wins the race
D. To contrast with Jack's character
B. To show the importance of helping others in need
100
Directions: Read the passage “Soil: Nature's Recipe.” Then answer the questions.
Soil: Nature's Recipe
1 Have you ever thought about what the ground is made of? The dirt under our feet is called "soil," and it's made in a special way. Let's discover how soil, like sand and clay, is created by mixing rocks and the remains of plants and animals.
The Soil Story
2 Imagine that Earth has a skin. That's what soil is. It covers the land and gives plants a place to grow and animals a home. Soil is nature's recipe with two main ingredients: rocks and life. Breaking Down Rocks
3 Rocks are like the hard bones of our planet. But over time, they start to change. This happens because of something called "weathering." Weathering is when rocks break into tiny pieces because of wind, rain, and temperature changes.
The Role of Weathering
4 Weathering is critical to the soil-making process. As rocks break down into smaller particles, they become the foundation for soil. This process takes a long time.
Rotting and Decomposing
5 Soil isn't only made of rocks. It's also made of tiny bits of things that once lived, like plants and animals. When these things die, they don't just disappear. They slowly rot and break down. This process is called "decomposition."
Nature's Cleanup Crew
6 Leaves that fall from trees turn into a part of the soil as they break down. Worms, insects, and tiny living things help with this process by breaking down plant and animal remains into even tinier pieces.
Mixing Everything Together
7 Take the bits of rocks and the tiny pieces of once-living things, and mix them with air and water, and you have the recipe for soil. Each type of soil, like sandy soil or clay soil, has its own special mix of these ingredients.’
Different Soil Types: Sand and Clay
8 There are several different types of soil. Sand is a type of soil that has bigger particles, and it feels gritty when you touch it. Water flows through it quickly, which is great, but it can dry out fast. On the other hand, clay has tiny particles that stick together. It feels smooth when you touch it and is excellent at holding water.
Why Soil Matters
9 Soil is important for life on Earth. It gives plants a place to grow and animals make their homes in it. Soil also helps clean and filter water. We use soil to grow our food and the trees that give us wood. Without soil, our world would be very different.
The Importance of Taking Care of Soil
10 Learning about how soil is made helps us understand why it's so important to look after it. Taking care of soil, also known as soil conservation, is very important to keep our environment healthy. If the soil gets washed away, it takes away the food that plants need to grow. To conserve soil we can plant trees and special crops, use mulch around the plants, and make terraces to stop the soil from washing away. These things help keep the soil healthy, so it can keep helping plants and animals live.
Soil in Our Everyday Lives
11 Soil isn't just the ground we walk on. The food we eat, like vegetables and grains, needs soil to grow healthy and tasty. Even the clothes we wear have a connection to soil because cotton, a material used for clothes, comes from plants that grow in soil.
In a Nutshell
12 In a nutshell, soil is a mix of weathered rocks and decomposed plant and animal remains. This mix creates different types of soil, like sandy soil and clay soil. Soil is more than just dirt; it's Earth's special ingredient for making everything grow.
What is the purpose of paragraphs 4-7?
A. To tell the importance of soil in our everyday lives
B. To compare different types of soil
C. To explain the importance of decomposition, rotting and weathering
D. to describe the soil as the Earth’s skin
C. To explain the importance of decomposition, rotting and weathering
100
Directions: Read the passage. Then, answer the questions.
Nature's GPS: Echolocation
1 Echolocation is a special skill animals have for navigating and finding their way in the world. Some people who can't see also use a unique form of echolocation. Ever wondered why?
It turns out that echolocation helps these animals and people understand their surroundings by using sound instead of sight.
2 Over a thousand animals use echolocation, including most bats, whales, and small mammals. Bats are helpful for controlling pests, pollinating plants, and spreading seeds. Many of them are active at night, living in burrows or oceans, using echolocation to find food in the dark. Animals have different ways of using echolocation, like vibrating their throats or flapping their wings.
3 Echolocation is when some animals "see" using sound. Instead of using their eyes, they make special sounds and listen for the echoes.
Is echolocation a 6th sense?
4 For animals like bats and whales, echolocation is like having a sixth sense. It helps them understand their surroundings better, making it easier to survive and grow where vision alone might not be enough.
5 Echolocation begins with making sound waves. These waves bounce off objects, creating echoes that animals or people can understand. The brain understands these echoes, giving a detailed map of the surroundings.
6 Bats are fascinating creatures that fly in the dark using echolocation. Picture a bat flying at night. It makes a high-pitched sound, and when the sound hits an insect, it bounces back. The bat instantly knows where the insect is, helping it catch prey correctly. Bats are crucial for pest control, pollination, and spreading seeds, benefiting agriculture and the environment.
7 Whales, the big creatures of the ocean, also use echolocation. They make clicks and listen for echoes to find objects and navigate through the vast sea, specially for finding food and communicating over long distances.
8 Dolphins, known for their playfulness and intelligence, also use echolocation to explore their underwater world. They create clicks and listen to echoes to detect obstacles, communicate, and hunt for fish.
9 Echolocation isn't only for animals; some humans use it too. People who are blind can develop a special hearing sense to navigate. By making sounds and listening to echoes, they can create a mental map of their surroundings. Many vision-impaired people use echolocation in their daily lives, making clicks with their tongues or an object like a cane to walk confidently and independently.
Is echolocation a special skill? It’s more than that!
10 Echolocation shows how, to protect themselves, different species adapt to their environments. Bats and whales mostly use it for navigation in their surroundings. Dolphins use it for both navigation and communication. It shows the incredible variety of nature's solutions to life's challenges.
11 Echolocation is a crucial survival skill for many animals. In the dark or underwater, where eyesight might be limited, echolocation helps animals find food, avoid danger, and communicate with others.
12 Discovering that some humans also use a form of echolocation shows the universal connections between different kinds of life. Whether we have wings, fins, or canes, the ability to navigate and understand the world is something we share with other animals on this planet.
Why do some animals use echolocation instead of sight?A. They have poor eyesight.
B. They live in environments where vision alone is not enough.
C. They prefer to use sound over sight.
D. They are naturally blind.
B. They live in environments where vision alone is not enough.
100
Read the story and answer the question.
Margaret was a simple lady who lived in a village with her husband, Robert. They had a daughter named Amy. Every day at sunrise, Margaret would wake up, cook, clean, and feed the cattle. Robert would milk the cows and then take the dogs for a long walk. Amy would study, help her mother for some time, and then get ready for school.
Amy studied in a school which was far away from her house, but she loved going to school. She went with her friends, Ingrid and Rebecca. They would walk together chatting, laughing, and singing songs as they went. They had to cross a river on the way. The only way they could cross it was by walking on a narrow bridge.
One day Margaret, Robert, and Amy, and her friends were walking on the narrow bridge one behind the other. Amy and her friends were off to school; as usual, and Margaret and Robert wanted to go to the market on the other side of the river to buy groceries for the house.
As they were crossing the narrow bridge, Rebecca slipped. She gave a frightened scream, clutching Ingrid, who was in front of her. Both of them lost their balance and fell into the river. Amy clutched her mother in fright. For a moment, she hesitated and then threw herself into the river after her friends, determined to save them.
Margaret screamed, and Robert jumped into the river. Some passers-by also jumped into the river and rescued the children, who were dripping wet and shivering with fright.
That night Robert patted his daughter Amy and said, “You are a brave girl Amy, I’m proud of you."
How did Amy demonstrate bravery?
A. By screaming for help
B. By hesitating and not jumping into the river
C. By throwing herself into the river to save her friends
D. By asking passers-by for assistance
C. By throwing herself into the river to save her friends
200
Read the selection and choose the best answer to each question.
The Race
by Carla Gajewskey
1 Jack was the fastest rabbit in California.
2 Jack also thought he was the most handsome rabbit in California. He was skinny like a green bean. His ears stood straight upon his head, and they were as tall as the Empire State Building. Jack’s fur was gray and fluffy.
3 Jack did not just hop about through the brush, but his skinny body almost flew through the brush. He hopped so fast that you never even saw his feet hit the ground.
4 One day he saw a flyer inviting all rabbits to enter the 35th Annual Rabbit Run. The winner would win the gold trophy cup filled with the juiciest carrots from Farmer Brown’s garden.
5 Jack knew he had to sign up. After he signed up, he began to practice. Jack had one week before the race, and he wanted to be ready.
6 On the day of the race, Jack saw rabbits from all over. He saw tiny rabbits, medium size rabbits, large rabbits, short-eared rabbits, and long-eared rabbits, white rabbits, black rabbits, spotted rabbits, and all different kinds of rabbits.
7 One of the rabbits had long ears that hung to the floor. He hopped up to Jack and said, “Hi, my name is Marty. I’m from Jackson County. I’m going to win that carrot cup for my Mamma. She has seven baby rabbits that need tending to. What is your name?” Jack just said, “Jack.”
8 Marty continued to talk and talk like Jack was his best friend. Marty talked about his brothers and sisters, Farmer Brown, how barley is good for you, and so much more.
9 Jack listened and looked disturbed.
10 Once it was time for the race, all of the rabbits lined up. Marty was lined up by Jack and wished him luck.
11 Once the race started, Jack was off, and all you could see was a cloud of dust. As Jack was looking behind himself, he ran right into a thorn bush and got tangled up.
12 The other rabbits began to pass by him, yet no one stopped to help except Marty. Jack said, “Marty, what are you doing? You need to go so you can win the cup of carrots for you, Mamma.” Marty said, “You should always stop and help someone in need, and everything else will work out.”
13 Jack felt very bad for feeling annoyed with Marty earlier.
14 Once he got out of the thorn bush, Marty asked Jack if he wanted to race and gave him a wink.
15 Jack said okay and shook his head, and smiled. They asked Lawrence, a lizard, to tell them when to go. Lawrence said, “On your Mark. Get Set. Go!”
16 Jack started hopping into a cloud of dust. Marty just left him in the dust. Marty caught up to everybody and left them in the dust. Marty hopped through the finish line to the gold cup of carrots.
17 Jack shook Marty’s paw and laughing asked him how he did it. Marty said, “It is just the way I am made. My ears hang down, so when I run, they do not catch the wind like yours. I do not have anything to hold me back.”
18 Jack congratulated Marty and started to walk off. Marty yelled, “Come have some juicy carrots with me.” Jack said, “I thought they were for your family?” Marty said, “They are! Friends are family too!”
At the end of the story, how does Jack feel towards Marty?
A. Mad
B. Annoyed
C. Friendly
D. Disappointed
C. Friendly
200
Read the selection and choose the best answer to each question.
The Race
by Carla Gajewskey
1 Jack was the fastest rabbit in California.
2 Jack also thought he was the most handsome rabbit in California. He was skinny like a green bean. His ears stood straight upon his head, and they were as tall as the Empire State Building. Jack’s fur was gray and fluffy.
3 Jack did not just hop about through the brush, but his skinny body almost flew through the brush. He hopped so fast that you never even saw his feet hit the ground.
4 One day he saw a flyer inviting all rabbits to enter the 35th Annual Rabbit Run. The winner would win the gold trophy cup filled with the juiciest carrots from Farmer Brown’s garden.
5 Jack knew he had to sign up. After he signed up, he began to practice. Jack had one week before the race, and he wanted to be ready.
6 On the day of the race, Jack saw rabbits from all over. He saw tiny rabbits, medium size rabbits, large rabbits, short-eared rabbits, and long-eared rabbits, white rabbits, black rabbits, spotted rabbits, and all different kinds of rabbits.
7 One of the rabbits had long ears that hung to the floor. He hopped up to Jack and said, “Hi, my name is Marty. I’m from Jackson County. I’m going to win that carrot cup for my Mamma. She has seven baby rabbits that need tending to. What is your name?” Jack just said, “Jack.”
8 Marty continued to talk and talk like Jack was his best friend. Marty talked about his brothers and sisters, Farmer Brown, how barley is good for you, and so much more.
9 Jack listened and looked disturbed.
10 Once it was time for the race, all of the rabbits lined up. Marty was lined up by Jack and wished him luck.
11 Once the race started, Jack was off, and all you could see was a cloud of dust. As Jack was looking behind himself, he ran right into a thorn bush and got tangled up.
12 The other rabbits began to pass by him, yet no one stopped to help except Marty. Jack said, “Marty, what are you doing? You need to go so you can win the cup of carrots for you, Mamma.” Marty said, “You should always stop and help someone in need, and everything else will work out.”
13 Jack felt very bad for feeling annoyed with Marty earlier.
14 Once he got out of the thorn bush, Marty asked Jack if he wanted to race and gave him a wink.
15 Jack said okay and shook his head, and smiled. They asked Lawrence, a lizard, to tell them when to go. Lawrence said, “On your Mark. Get Set. Go!”
16 Jack started hopping into a cloud of dust. Marty just left him in the dust. Marty caught up to everybody and left them in the dust. Marty hopped through the finish line to the gold cup of carrots.
17 Jack shook Marty’s paw and laughing asked him how he did it. Marty said, “It is just the way I am made. My ears hang down, so when I run, they do not catch the wind like yours. I do not have anything to hold me back.”
18 Jack congratulated Marty and started to walk off. Marty yelled, “Come have some juicy carrots with me.” Jack said, “I thought they were for your family?” Marty said, “They are! Friends are family too!”
Which statement best describes what the picture adds to the story?
A. The picture shows that Jack is hungry.
B. The picture shows that Jack is colorful.
C. The picture shows that Jack is skinny and has long ears.
D. The picture shows that Jack likes to stay alone.
C. The picture shows that Jack is skinny and has long ears.
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Directions: Read the passage “Soil: Nature's Recipe.” Then answer the questions.
Soil: Nature's Recipe
1 Have you ever thought about what the ground is made of? The dirt under our feet is called "soil," and it's made in a special way. Let's discover how soil, like sand and clay, is created by mixing rocks and the remains of plants and animals.
The Soil Story
2 Imagine that Earth has a skin. That's what soil is. It covers the land and gives plants a place to grow and animals a home. Soil is nature's recipe with two main ingredients: rocks and life. Breaking Down Rocks
3 Rocks are like the hard bones of our planet. But over time, they start to change. This happens because of something called "weathering." Weathering is when rocks break into tiny pieces because of wind, rain, and temperature changes.
The Role of Weathering
4 Weathering is critical to the soil-making process. As rocks break down into smaller particles, they become the foundation for soil. This process takes a long time.
Rotting and Decomposing
5 Soil isn't only made of rocks. It's also made of tiny bits of things that once lived, like plants and animals. When these things die, they don't just disappear. They slowly rot and break down. This process is called "decomposition."
Nature's Cleanup Crew
6 Leaves that fall from trees turn into a part of the soil as they break down. Worms, insects, and tiny living things help with this process by breaking down plant and animal remains into even tinier pieces.
Mixing Everything Together
7 Take the bits of rocks and the tiny pieces of once-living things, and mix them with air and water, and you have the recipe for soil. Each type of soil, like sandy soil or clay soil, has its own special mix of these ingredients.’
Different Soil Types: Sand and Clay
8 There are several different types of soil. Sand is a type of soil that has bigger particles, and it feels gritty when you touch it. Water flows through it quickly, which is great, but it can dry out fast. On the other hand, clay has tiny particles that stick together. It feels smooth when you touch it and is excellent at holding water.
Why Soil Matters
9 Soil is important for life on Earth. It gives plants a place to grow and animals make their homes in it. Soil also helps clean and filter water. We use soil to grow our food and the trees that give us wood. Without soil, our world would be very different.
The Importance of Taking Care of Soil
10 Learning about how soil is made helps us understand why it's so important to look after it. Taking care of soil, also known as soil conservation, is very important to keep our environment healthy. If the soil gets washed away, it takes away the food that plants need to grow. To conserve soil we can plant trees and special crops, use mulch around the plants, and make terraces to stop the soil from washing away. These things help keep the soil healthy, so it can keep helping plants and animals live.
Soil in Our Everyday Lives
11 Soil isn't just the ground we walk on. The food we eat, like vegetables and grains, needs soil to grow healthy and tasty. Even the clothes we wear have a connection to soil because cotton, a material used for clothes, comes from plants that grow in soil.
In a Nutshell
12 In a nutshell, soil is a mix of weathered rocks and decomposed plant and animal remains. This mix creates different types of soil, like sandy soil and clay soil. Soil is more than just dirt; it's Earth's special ingredient for making everything grow.
Why is the photograph of soil used in the article?
A. To show the stages of soil decomposition.
B. To show how the Earth looks inside.
C. To show how the rock cycle works.
D. To show the different types of living things that live in soil.
D. To show the different types of living things that live in soil.
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Directions: Read the passage. Then, answer the questions.
Nature's GPS: Echolocation
1 Echolocation is a special skill animals have for navigating and finding their way in the world. Some people who can't see also use a unique form of echolocation. Ever wondered why?
It turns out that echolocation helps these animals and people understand their surroundings by using sound instead of sight.
2 Over a thousand animals use echolocation, including most bats, whales, and small mammals. Bats are helpful for controlling pests, pollinating plants, and spreading seeds. Many of them are active at night, living in burrows or oceans, using echolocation to find food in the dark. Animals have different ways of using echolocation, like vibrating their throats or flapping their wings.
3 Echolocation is when some animals "see" using sound. Instead of using their eyes, they make special sounds and listen for the echoes.
Is echolocation a 6th sense?
4 For animals like bats and whales, echolocation is like having a sixth sense. It helps them understand their surroundings better, making it easier to survive and grow where vision alone might not be enough.
5 Echolocation begins with making sound waves. These waves bounce off objects, creating echoes that animals or people can understand. The brain understands these echoes, giving a detailed map of the surroundings.
6 Bats are fascinating creatures that fly in the dark using echolocation. Picture a bat flying at night. It makes a high-pitched sound, and when the sound hits an insect, it bounces back. The bat instantly knows where the insect is, helping it catch prey correctly. Bats are crucial for pest control, pollination, and spreading seeds, benefiting agriculture and the environment.
7 Whales, the big creatures of the ocean, also use echolocation. They make clicks and listen for echoes to find objects and navigate through the vast sea, specially for finding food and communicating over long distances.
8 Dolphins, known for their playfulness and intelligence, also use echolocation to explore their underwater world. They create clicks and listen to echoes to detect obstacles, communicate, and hunt for fish.
9 Echolocation isn't only for animals; some humans use it too. People who are blind can develop a special hearing sense to navigate. By making sounds and listening to echoes, they can create a mental map of their surroundings. Many vision-impaired people use echolocation in their daily lives, making clicks with their tongues or an object like a cane to walk confidently and independently.
Is echolocation a special skill? It’s more than that!
10 Echolocation shows how, to protect themselves, different species adapt to their environments. Bats and whales mostly use it for navigation in their surroundings. Dolphins use it for both navigation and communication. It shows the incredible variety of nature's solutions to life's challenges.
11 Echolocation is a crucial survival skill for many animals. In the dark or underwater, where eyesight might be limited, echolocation helps animals find food, avoid danger, and communicate with others.
12 Discovering that some humans also use a form of echolocation shows the universal connections between different kinds of life. Whether we have wings, fins, or canes, the ability to navigate and understand the world is something we share with other animals on this planet.
What role does echolocation play in a bat's survival?
A. It helps them to sleep during the day.
B. It helps them find food in the dark and avoid obstacles.
C. It allows them to fly faster.
D. It helps them communicate with other bats.
B. It helps them find food in the dark and avoid obstacles.
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Read the story and answer the question.
One day, a baby elephant was happily dancing through the jungle, nodding his head and lifting up his trunk to trumpet loudly.
The loud sound woke up a monkey who was sleeping in a tree nearby. He was very angry. He scolded the elephant and asked him to keep quiet.
“You silly animal,” he said. “Can’t you keep quiet? I’m sleeping”.
“Oh, sorry,” said the little elephant and walked on. After sometime the little elephant reached a river and saw some beautiful swans there. He gazed at the beautiful birds. The swans looked at him and began to laugh.
“Oh! Look at that big creature,” they said. “What a long nose, his ears are like fans, and look at his skin, it’s much too big for him. He looks like a big wrinkled bag with all those folds!” They laughed at him and swam away.
The little elephant was very sad. He tried to smooth out his skin with his trunk, but it was no good. He thought, “Why am I so ugly?" " Let me hide myself so that no one can see me.”
He tried to hide himself in a thick bush, but he disturbed some nests. The birds flew above his head crying loudly and tried to peck him.
The little elephant ran for cover. He went behind a big rock to hide. Suddenly, he saw a big bear coming towards him. It was growling, and appeared to be very angry. The little elephant was very frightened, and he trumpeted loudly. Just as he trumpeted, he heard a loud crashing and stomping. A herd of wrinkled elephants came charging to the rescue.
Seeing the herd, the frightened bear ran away.
The little elephant joyfully ran to the big elephants, thanked them, and said, “I wish I could be like you." "You’re so mighty and strong.” he continued.
“But you are,” replied the elephants “You’re a perfect little elephant.” The little elephant danced for joy, he trumpeted loudly and walked away happily with the other elephants following behind.
According to the story, why does an elephant’s skin look ‘wrinkly’?
A. It is gray in color.
B. It has too many folds.
C. It is thick.
D. It is hard.
B. It has too many folds.
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Directions: Read the passage. Then, answer the question.
The Race
by Carla Gajewskey
1 Jack was the fastest rabbit in California.
2 Jack also thought he was the most handsome rabbit in California. He was skinny like a green bean. His ears stood straight upon his head, and they were as tall as the Empire State Building. Jack’s fur was gray and fluffy.
3 Jack did not just hop about through the brush, but his skinny body almost flew through the brush. He hopped so fast that you never even saw his feet hit the ground.
4 One day he saw a flier inviting all rabbits to enter the 35th Annual Rabbit Run. The winner would get the gold trophy cup filled with the juiciest carrots from Farmer Brown’s garden.
5 Jack knew he had to sign up. After he signed up, he began to practice. Jack had one week before the race, and he wanted to be ready.
6 On the day of the race, Jack saw rabbits from all over. He saw tiny rabbits, medium size rabbits, large rabbits, short-eared rabbits, and long-eared rabbits, white rabbits, black rabbits, spotted rabbits, and all different kinds of rabbits.
7 One of the rabbits had long ears that hung to the floor. He hopped up to Jack and said, “Hi, my name is Marty. I’m from Jackson County. I’m going to win that carrot cup for my Mamma. She has seven baby rabbits that need tending to. What is your name?” Jack just said, “Jack.”
8 Marty continued to talk and talk like Jack was his best friend. Marty talked about his brothers and sisters, Farmer Brown, how barley is good for you, and so much more.
9 Jack listened and looked disturbed.
10 Once it was time for the race, all of the rabbits lined up. Marty was lined up by Jack and wished him luck.
11 Once the race started, Jack was off, and all you could see was a cloud of dust. As Jack was looking behind himself, he ran right into a thorn bush and got tangled up.
12 The other rabbits began to pass by him, yet no one stopped to help except Marty. Jack said, “Marty, what are you doing? You need to go so you can win the cup of carrots for you, Mamma.” Marty said, “You should always stop and help someone in need, and everything else will work out.”
13 Jack felt very bad for feeling annoyed with Marty earlier.
14 Once he got out of the thorn bush, Marty asked Jack if he wanted to race and gave him a wink.
15 Jack said okay and shook his head, and smiled. They asked Lawrence, a lizard, to tell them when to go. Lawrence said, “On your Mark. Get Set. Go!”
16 Jack started hopping into a cloud of dust. Marty just left him in the dust. Marty caught up to everybody and left them in the dust. Marty hopped through the finish line to the gold cup of carrots.
17 Jack shook Marty’s paw and laughing asked him how he did it. Marty said, “It is just the way I am made. My ears hang down, so when I run, they do not catch the wind like yours. I do not have anything to hold me back.”
18 Jack congratulated Marty and started to walk off. Marty yelled, “Come have some juicy carrots with me.” Jack said, “I thought they were for your family?” Marty said, “They are! Friends are family too!”
At the beginning of the story, Jack only cares about himself.- What happens in the following paragraphs that starts to change Jack?
A. Jack won the race. - B. Marty helps Jack.
- C. Marty won the race.
- D. Lawrence and Jack became friends.
b. Marty helps Jack.
300
Read the selection and choose the best answer to each question.
The Race
by Carla Gajewskey
1 Jack was the fastest rabbit in California.
2 Jack also thought he was the most handsome rabbit in California. He was skinny like a green bean. His ears stood straight upon his head, and they were as tall as the Empire State Building. Jack’s fur was gray and fluffy.
3 Jack did not just hop about through the brush, but his skinny body almost flew through the brush. He hopped so fast that you never even saw his feet hit the ground.
4 One day he saw a flyer inviting all rabbits to enter the 35th Annual Rabbit Run. The winner would win the gold trophy cup filled with the juiciest carrots from Farmer Brown’s garden.
5 Jack knew he had to sign up. After he signed up, he began to practice. Jack had one week before the race, and he wanted to be ready.
6 On the day of the race, Jack saw rabbits from all over. He saw tiny rabbits, medium size rabbits, large rabbits, short-eared rabbits, and long-eared rabbits, white rabbits, black rabbits, spotted rabbits, and all different kinds of rabbits.
7 One of the rabbits had long ears that hung to the floor. He hopped up to Jack and said, “Hi, my name is Marty. I’m from Jackson County. I’m going to win that carrot cup for my Mamma. She has seven baby rabbits that need tending to. What is your name?” Jack just said, “Jack.”
8 Marty continued to talk and talk like Jack was his best friend. Marty talked about his brothers and sisters, Farmer Brown, how barley is good for you, and so much more.
9 Jack listened and looked disturbed.
10 Once it was time for the race, all of the rabbits lined up. Marty was lined up by Jack and wished him luck.
11 Once the race started, Jack was off, and all you could see was a cloud of dust. As Jack was looking behind himself, he ran right into a thorn bush and got tangled up.
12 The other rabbits began to pass by him, yet no one stopped to help except Marty. Jack said, “Marty, what are you doing? You need to go so you can win the cup of carrots for you, Mamma.” Marty said, “You should always stop and help someone in need, and everything else will work out.”
13 Jack felt very bad for feeling annoyed with Marty earlier.
14 Once he got out of the thorn bush, Marty asked Jack if he wanted to race and gave him a wink.
15 Jack said okay and shook his head, and smiled. They asked Lawrence, a lizard, to tell them when to go. Lawrence said, “On your Mark. Get Set. Go!”
16 Jack started hopping into a cloud of dust. Marty just left him in the dust. Marty caught up to everybody and left them in the dust. Marty hopped through the finish line to the gold cup of carrots.
17 Jack shook Marty’s paw and laughing asked him how he did it. Marty said, “It is just the way I am made. My ears hang down, so when I run, they do not catch the wind like yours. I do not have anything to hold me back.”
18 Jack congratulated Marty and started to walk off. Marty yelled, “Come have some juicy carrots with me.” Jack said, “I thought they were for your family?” Marty said, “They are! Friends are family too!”
At the beginning of the story, Jack only cares about himself. What happens in the following paragraphs that starts to change Jack?
A. Jack won the race.
B. Marty helps Jack.
C. Marty won the race.
D. Lawrence and Jack became friends.
B. Marty helps Jack.
300
Directions: Read the passage “Soil: Nature's Recipe.” Then answer the questions.
Soil: Nature's Recipe
1 Have you ever thought about what the ground is made of? The dirt under our feet is called "soil," and it's made in a special way. Let's discover how soil, like sand and clay, is created by mixing rocks and the remains of plants and animals.
The Soil Story
2 Imagine that Earth has a skin. That's what soil is. It covers the land and gives plants a place to grow and animals a home. Soil is nature's recipe with two main ingredients: rocks and life. Breaking Down Rocks
3 Rocks are like the hard bones of our planet. But over time, they start to change. This happens because of something called "weathering." Weathering is when rocks break into tiny pieces because of wind, rain, and temperature changes.
The Role of Weathering
4 Weathering is critical to the soil-making process. As rocks break down into smaller particles, they become the foundation for soil. This process takes a long time.
Rotting and Decomposing
5 Soil isn't only made of rocks. It's also made of tiny bits of things that once lived, like plants and animals. When these things die, they don't just disappear. They slowly rot and break down. This process is called "decomposition."
Nature's Cleanup Crew
6 Leaves that fall from trees turn into a part of the soil as they break down. Worms, insects, and tiny living things help with this process by breaking down plant and animal remains into even tinier pieces.
Mixing Everything Together
7 Take the bits of rocks and the tiny pieces of once-living things, and mix them with air and water, and you have the recipe for soil. Each type of soil, like sandy soil or clay soil, has its own special mix of these ingredients.’
Different Soil Types: Sand and Clay
8 There are several different types of soil. Sand is a type of soil that has bigger particles, and it feels gritty when you touch it. Water flows through it quickly, which is great, but it can dry out fast. On the other hand, clay has tiny particles that stick together. It feels smooth when you touch it and is excellent at holding water.
Why Soil Matters
9 Soil is important for life on Earth. It gives plants a place to grow and animals make their homes in it. Soil also helps clean and filter water. We use soil to grow our food and the trees that give us wood. Without soil, our world would be very different.
The Importance of Taking Care of Soil
10 Learning about how soil is made helps us understand why it's so important to look after it. Taking care of soil, also known as soil conservation, is very important to keep our environment healthy. If the soil gets washed away, it takes away the food that plants need to grow. To conserve soil we can plant trees and special crops, use mulch around the plants, and make terraces to stop the soil from washing away. These things help keep the soil healthy, so it can keep helping plants and animals live.
Soil in Our Everyday Lives
11 Soil isn't just the ground we walk on. The food we eat, like vegetables and grains, needs soil to grow healthy and tasty. Even the clothes we wear have a connection to soil because cotton, a material used for clothes, comes from plants that grow in soil.
In a Nutshell
12 In a nutshell, soil is a mix of weathered rocks and decomposed plant and animal remains. This mix creates different types of soil, like sandy soil and clay soil. Soil is more than just dirt; it's Earth's special ingredient for making everything grow.
In paragraph 2, what is the most likely reason the author uses the phrase “Earth’s skin”?
Select two correct answers.
A. To describe a living creature
B. To convey the idea that the Earth is shedding
C. To compare the Earth to a living being
D. To emphasize the amount of water on the Earth's surface
E. To describe the outer layer of the Earth
C. To compare the Earth to a living being
E. To describe the outer layer of the Earth
300
Directions: Read the passage. Then, answer the questions.
Nature's GPS: Echolocation
1 Echolocation is a special skill animals have for navigating and finding their way in the world. Some people who can't see also use a unique form of echolocation. Ever wondered why?
It turns out that echolocation helps these animals and people understand their surroundings by using sound instead of sight.
2 Over a thousand animals use echolocation, including most bats, whales, and small mammals. Bats are helpful for controlling pests, pollinating plants, and spreading seeds. Many of them are active at night, living in burrows or oceans, using echolocation to find food in the dark. Animals have different ways of using echolocation, like vibrating their throats or flapping their wings.
3 Echolocation is when some animals "see" using sound. Instead of using their eyes, they make special sounds and listen for the echoes.
Is echolocation a 6th sense?
4 For animals like bats and whales, echolocation is like having a sixth sense. It helps them understand their surroundings better, making it easier to survive and grow where vision alone might not be enough.
5 Echolocation begins with making sound waves. These waves bounce off objects, creating echoes that animals or people can understand. The brain understands these echoes, giving a detailed map of the surroundings.
6 Bats are fascinating creatures that fly in the dark using echolocation. Picture a bat flying at night. It makes a high-pitched sound, and when the sound hits an insect, it bounces back. The bat instantly knows where the insect is, helping it catch prey correctly. Bats are crucial for pest control, pollination, and spreading seeds, benefiting agriculture and the environment.
7 Whales, the big creatures of the ocean, also use echolocation. They make clicks and listen for echoes to find objects and navigate through the vast sea, specially for finding food and communicating over long distances.
8 Dolphins, known for their playfulness and intelligence, also use echolocation to explore their underwater world. They create clicks and listen to echoes to detect obstacles, communicate, and hunt for fish.
9 Echolocation isn't only for animals; some humans use it too. People who are blind can develop a special hearing sense to navigate. By making sounds and listening to echoes, they can create a mental map of their surroundings. Many vision-impaired people use echolocation in their daily lives, making clicks with their tongues or an object like a cane to walk confidently and independently.
Is echolocation a special skill? It’s more than that!
10 Echolocation shows how, to protect themselves, different species adapt to their environments. Bats and whales mostly use it for navigation in their surroundings. Dolphins use it for both navigation and communication. It shows the incredible variety of nature's solutions to life's challenges.
11 Echolocation is a crucial survival skill for many animals. In the dark or underwater, where eyesight might be limited, echolocation helps animals find food, avoid danger, and communicate with others.
12 Discovering that some humans also use a form of echolocation shows the universal connections between different kinds of life. Whether we have wings, fins, or canes, the ability to navigate and understand the world is something we share with other animals on this planet.
According to the passage, why is echolocation considered a crucial survival skill?
A. It allows animals to live without light.
B. It helps animals find food, avoid danger, and communicate.
C. It is a unique ability that only a few animals have.
D. It allows animals to see in the dark.
B. It helps animals find food, avoid danger, and communicate.
300
Read the poem and answer the question.
Camels are bumpy,
Their backs are all lumpy,
Giraffes are long- legged and meek:
Bears are so growly,
Hyenas are howly,
Dolphins are slippery and sleek.
Kangaroos have a pocket,
But no way to lock it,
Their babies can look out and peep,
But monkeys are funny,
I wish I had money,
Enough to buy one and keep.
According to the poem, where is the camel's hump?
A. on its stomach
B. on its back
C. underneath its stomach
D. it has no hump
B. on its back
400
Read the selection and choose the best answer to each question.
The Race
by Carla Gajewskey
1 Jack was the fastest rabbit in California.
2 Jack also thought he was the most handsome rabbit in California. He was skinny like a green bean. His ears stood straight upon his head, and they were as tall as the Empire State Building. Jack’s fur was gray and fluffy.
3 Jack did not just hop about through the brush, but his skinny body almost flew through the brush. He hopped so fast that you never even saw his feet hit the ground.
4 One day he saw a flyer inviting all rabbits to enter the 35th Annual Rabbit Run. The winner would win the gold trophy cup filled with the juiciest carrots from Farmer Brown’s garden.
5 Jack knew he had to sign up. After he signed up, he began to practice. Jack had one week before the race, and he wanted to be ready.
6 On the day of the race, Jack saw rabbits from all over. He saw tiny rabbits, medium size rabbits, large rabbits, short-eared rabbits, and long-eared rabbits, white rabbits, black rabbits, spotted rabbits, and all different kinds of rabbits.
7 One of the rabbits had long ears that hung to the floor. He hopped up to Jack and said, “Hi, my name is Marty. I’m from Jackson County. I’m going to win that carrot cup for my Mamma. She has seven baby rabbits that need tending to. What is your name?” Jack just said, “Jack.”
8 Marty continued to talk and talk like Jack was his best friend. Marty talked about his brothers and sisters, Farmer Brown, how barley is good for you, and so much more.
9 Jack listened and looked disturbed.
10 Once it was time for the race, all of the rabbits lined up. Marty was lined up by Jack and wished him luck.
11 Once the race started, Jack was off, and all you could see was a cloud of dust. As Jack was looking behind himself, he ran right into a thorn bush and got tangled up.
12 The other rabbits began to pass by him, yet no one stopped to help except Marty. Jack said, “Marty, what are you doing? You need to go so you can win the cup of carrots for you, Mamma.” Marty said, “You should always stop and help someone in need, and everything else will work out.”
13 Jack felt very bad for feeling annoyed with Marty earlier.
14 Once he got out of the thorn bush, Marty asked Jack if he wanted to race and gave him a wink.
15 Jack said okay and shook his head, and smiled. They asked Lawrence, a lizard, to tell them when to go. Lawrence said, “On your Mark. Get Set. Go!”
16 Jack started hopping into a cloud of dust. Marty just left him in the dust. Marty caught up to everybody and left them in the dust. Marty hopped through the finish line to the gold cup of carrots.
17 Jack shook Marty’s paw and laughing asked him how he did it. Marty said, “It is just the way I am made. My ears hang down, so when I run, they do not catch the wind like yours. I do not have anything to hold me back.”
18 Jack congratulated Marty and started to walk off. Marty yelled, “Come have some juicy carrots with me.” Jack said, “I thought they were for your family?” Marty said, “They are! Friends are family too!”
Select the phrase from the paragraph that helps the reader understand that one of the morals of The Race is that "friendship forms when you least expect it."
A. The other rabbits began to pass by him, yet no one stopped to help except Marty.
B. Jack just listened and looked disturbed.
C. Marty lined up next to Jack and wished him luck.
D. He hopped up to Jack and said, “Hi, my name is Marty. I’m from Jackson County.”
A. The other rabbits began to pass by him, yet no one stopped to help except Marty.
400
Read the selection and choose the best answer to each question.
The Race
by Carla Gajewskey
1 Jack was the fastest rabbit in California.
2 Jack also thought he was the most handsome rabbit in California. He was skinny like a green bean. His ears stood straight upon his head, and they were as tall as the Empire State Building. Jack’s fur was gray and fluffy.
3 Jack did not just hop about through the brush, but his skinny body almost flew through the brush. He hopped so fast that you never even saw his feet hit the ground.
4 One day he saw a flyer inviting all rabbits to enter the 35th Annual Rabbit Run. The winner would win the gold trophy cup filled with the juiciest carrots from Farmer Brown’s garden.
5 Jack knew he had to sign up. After he signed up, he began to practice. Jack had one week before the race, and he wanted to be ready.
6 On the day of the race, Jack saw rabbits from all over. He saw tiny rabbits, medium size rabbits, large rabbits, short-eared rabbits, and long-eared rabbits, white rabbits, black rabbits, spotted rabbits, and all different kinds of rabbits.
7 One of the rabbits had long ears that hung to the floor. He hopped up to Jack and said, “Hi, my name is Marty. I’m from Jackson County. I’m going to win that carrot cup for my Mamma. She has seven baby rabbits that need tending to. What is your name?” Jack just said, “Jack.”
8 Marty continued to talk and talk like Jack was his best friend. Marty talked about his brothers and sisters, Farmer Brown, how barley is good for you, and so much more.
9 Jack listened and looked disturbed.
10 Once it was time for the race, all of the rabbits lined up. Marty was lined up by Jack and wished him luck.
11 Once the race started, Jack was off, and all you could see was a cloud of dust. As Jack was looking behind himself, he ran right into a thorn bush and got tangled up.
12 The other rabbits began to pass by him, yet no one stopped to help except Marty. Jack said, “Marty, what are you doing? You need to go so you can win the cup of carrots for you, Mamma.” Marty said, “You should always stop and help someone in need, and everything else will work out.”
13 Jack felt very bad for feeling annoyed with Marty earlier.
14 Once he got out of the thorn bush, Marty asked Jack if he wanted to race and gave him a wink.
15 Jack said okay and shook his head, and smiled. They asked Lawrence, a lizard, to tell them when to go. Lawrence said, “On your Mark. Get Set. Go!”
16 Jack started hopping into a cloud of dust. Marty just left him in the dust. Marty caught up to everybody and left them in the dust. Marty hopped through the finish line to the gold cup of carrots.
17 Jack shook Marty’s paw and laughing asked him how he did it. Marty said, “It is just the way I am made. My ears hang down, so when I run, they do not catch the wind like yours. I do not have anything to hold me back.”
18 Jack congratulated Marty and started to walk off. Marty yelled, “Come have some juicy carrots with me.” Jack said, “I thought they were for your family?” Marty said, “They are! Friends are family too!”
How does the author create a sense of excitement and anticipation in the story?
A. By describing the rabbits as lazy and uninterested in the race.
B. By using descriptive language to portray Jack as the fastest and most handsome rabbit in California
C. By not providing any details about the race or the other rabbits
D. By focusing on the aftermath of the race instead of the actual race itself.
B. By using descriptive language to portray Jack as the fastest and most handsome rabbit in California.
400
Directions: Read the passage “Soil: Nature's Recipe.” Then answer the questions.
Soil: Nature's Recipe
1 Have you ever thought about what the ground is made of? The dirt under our feet is called "soil," and it's made in a special way. Let's discover how soil, like sand and clay, is created by mixing rocks and the remains of plants and animals.
The Soil Story
2 Imagine that Earth has a skin. That's what soil is. It covers the land and gives plants a place to grow and animals a home. Soil is nature's recipe with two main ingredients: rocks and life. Breaking Down Rocks
3 Rocks are like the hard bones of our planet. But over time, they start to change. This happens because of something called "weathering." Weathering is when rocks break into tiny pieces because of wind, rain, and temperature changes.
The Role of Weathering
4 Weathering is critical to the soil-making process. As rocks break down into smaller particles, they become the foundation for soil. This process takes a long time.
Rotting and Decomposing
5 Soil isn't only made of rocks. It's also made of tiny bits of things that once lived, like plants and animals. When these things die, they don't just disappear. They slowly rot and break down. This process is called "decomposition."
Nature's Cleanup Crew
6 Leaves that fall from trees turn into a part of the soil as they break down. Worms, insects, and tiny living things help with this process by breaking down plant and animal remains into even tinier pieces.
Mixing Everything Together
7 Take the bits of rocks and the tiny pieces of once-living things, and mix them with air and water, and you have the recipe for soil. Each type of soil, like sandy soil or clay soil, has its own special mix of these ingredients.’
Different Soil Types: Sand and Clay
8 There are several different types of soil. Sand is a type of soil that has bigger particles, and it feels gritty when you touch it. Water flows through it quickly, which is great, but it can dry out fast. On the other hand, clay has tiny particles that stick together. It feels smooth when you touch it and is excellent at holding water.
Why Soil Matters
9 Soil is important for life on Earth. It gives plants a place to grow and animals make their homes in it. Soil also helps clean and filter water. We use soil to grow our food and the trees that give us wood. Without soil, our world would be very different.
The Importance of Taking Care of Soil
10 Learning about how soil is made helps us understand why it's so important to look after it. Taking care of soil, also known as soil conservation, is very important to keep our environment healthy. If the soil gets washed away, it takes away the food that plants need to grow. To conserve soil we can plant trees and special crops, use mulch around the plants, and make terraces to stop the soil from washing away. These things help keep the soil healthy, so it can keep helping plants and animals live.
Soil in Our Everyday Lives
11 Soil isn't just the ground we walk on. The food we eat, like vegetables and grains, needs soil to grow healthy and tasty. Even the clothes we wear have a connection to soil because cotton, a material used for clothes, comes from plants that grow in soil.
In a Nutshell
12 In a nutshell, soil is a mix of weathered rocks and decomposed plant and animal remains. This mix creates different types of soil, like sandy soil and clay soil. Soil is more than just dirt; it's Earth's special ingredient for making everything grow.
What detail in paragraph 6 best helps the reader understand the phrase “Nature's Cleanup Crew”?
A. “Leaves that fall from trees…”
B. “...into a part of the soil…”
C. “Worms, insects, and tiny living things…”
D. “...breaking down plant and animal remains…”
C. “Worms, insects, and tiny living things…”
400
Directions: Read the passage. Then, answer the questions.
Nature's GPS: Echolocation
1 Echolocation is a special skill animals have for navigating and finding their way in the world. Some people who can't see also use a unique form of echolocation. Ever wondered why?
It turns out that echolocation helps these animals and people understand their surroundings by using sound instead of sight.
2 Over a thousand animals use echolocation, including most bats, whales, and small mammals. Bats are helpful for controlling pests, pollinating plants, and spreading seeds. Many of them are active at night, living in burrows or oceans, using echolocation to find food in the dark. Animals have different ways of using echolocation, like vibrating their throats or flapping their wings.
3 Echolocation is when some animals "see" using sound. Instead of using their eyes, they make special sounds and listen for the echoes.
Is echolocation a 6th sense?
4 For animals like bats and whales, echolocation is like having a sixth sense. It helps them understand their surroundings better, making it easier to survive and grow where vision alone might not be enough.
5 Echolocation begins with making sound waves. These waves bounce off objects, creating echoes that animals or people can understand. The brain understands these echoes, giving a detailed map of the surroundings.
6 Bats are fascinating creatures that fly in the dark using echolocation. Picture a bat flying at night. It makes a high-pitched sound, and when the sound hits an insect, it bounces back. The bat instantly knows where the insect is, helping it catch prey correctly. Bats are crucial for pest control, pollination, and spreading seeds, benefiting agriculture and the environment.
7 Whales, the big creatures of the ocean, also use echolocation. They make clicks and listen for echoes to find objects and navigate through the vast sea, specially for finding food and communicating over long distances.
8 Dolphins, known for their playfulness and intelligence, also use echolocation to explore their underwater world. They create clicks and listen to echoes to detect obstacles, communicate, and hunt for fish.
9 Echolocation isn't only for animals; some humans use it too. People who are blind can develop a special hearing sense to navigate. By making sounds and listening to echoes, they can create a mental map of their surroundings. Many vision-impaired people use echolocation in their daily lives, making clicks with their tongues or an object like a cane to walk confidently and independently.
Is echolocation a special skill? It’s more than that!
10 Echolocation shows how, to protect themselves, different species adapt to their environments. Bats and whales mostly use it for navigation in their surroundings. Dolphins use it for both navigation and communication. It shows the incredible variety of nature's solutions to life's challenges.
11 Echolocation is a crucial survival skill for many animals. In the dark or underwater, where eyesight might be limited, echolocation helps animals find food, avoid danger, and communicate with others.
12 Discovering that some humans also use a form of echolocation shows the universal connections between different kinds of life. Whether we have wings, fins, or canes, the ability to navigate and understand the world is something we share with other animals on this planet.
Why does the author describe echolocation as a "sixth sense" in paragraph 4?
A. To emphasize how rare and powerful it is.
B. To show that it is just like other senses.
C. To suggest that it is better than regular sight.
D. To explain that animals don't need their other senses.
A. To emphasize how rare and powerful it is.
400
Read the poem and answer the question.
Camels are bumpy,
Their backs are all lumpy,
Giraffes are long- legged and meek:
Bears are so growly,
Hyenas are howly,
Dolphins are slippery and sleek.
Kangaroos have a pocket,
But no way to lock it,
Their babies can look out and peep,
But monkeys are funny,
I wish I had money,
Enough to buy one and keep.
According to the poem, which animal is long-legged?
A. hyena
B. camel
C. giraffe
D. elephant
C. giraffe
500
Read the selection and choose the best answer to each question.
The Race
by Carla Gajewskey
1 Jack was the fastest rabbit in California.
2 Jack also thought he was the most handsome rabbit in California. He was skinny like a green bean. His ears stood straight upon his head, and they were as tall as the Empire State Building. Jack’s fur was gray and fluffy.
3 Jack did not just hop about through the brush, but his skinny body almost flew through the brush. He hopped so fast that you never even saw his feet hit the ground.
4 One day he saw a flyer inviting all rabbits to enter the 35th Annual Rabbit Run. The winner would win the gold trophy cup filled with the juiciest carrots from Farmer Brown’s garden.
5 Jack knew he had to sign up. After he signed up, he began to practice. Jack had one week before the race, and he wanted to be ready.
6 On the day of the race, Jack saw rabbits from all over. He saw tiny rabbits, medium size rabbits, large rabbits, short-eared rabbits, and long-eared rabbits, white rabbits, black rabbits, spotted rabbits, and all different kinds of rabbits.
7 One of the rabbits had long ears that hung to the floor. He hopped up to Jack and said, “Hi, my name is Marty. I’m from Jackson County. I’m going to win that carrot cup for my Mamma. She has seven baby rabbits that need tending to. What is your name?” Jack just said, “Jack.”
8 Marty continued to talk and talk like Jack was his best friend. Marty talked about his brothers and sisters, Farmer Brown, how barley is good for you, and so much more.
9 Jack listened and looked disturbed.
10 Once it was time for the race, all of the rabbits lined up. Marty was lined up by Jack and wished him luck.
11 Once the race started, Jack was off, and all you could see was a cloud of dust. As Jack was looking behind himself, he ran right into a thorn bush and got tangled up.
12 The other rabbits began to pass by him, yet no one stopped to help except Marty. Jack said, “Marty, what are you doing? You need to go so you can win the cup of carrots for you, Mamma.” Marty said, “You should always stop and help someone in need, and everything else will work out.”
13 Jack felt very bad for feeling annoyed with Marty earlier.
14 Once he got out of the thorn bush, Marty asked Jack if he wanted to race and gave him a wink.
15 Jack said okay and shook his head, and smiled. They asked Lawrence, a lizard, to tell them when to go. Lawrence said, “On your Mark. Get Set. Go!”
16 Jack started hopping into a cloud of dust. Marty just left him in the dust. Marty caught up to everybody and left them in the dust. Marty hopped through the finish line to the gold cup of carrots.
17 Jack shook Marty’s paw and laughing asked him how he did it. Marty said, “It is just the way I am made. My ears hang down, so when I run, they do not catch the wind like yours. I do not have anything to hold me back.”
18 Jack congratulated Marty and started to walk off. Marty yelled, “Come have some juicy carrots with me.” Jack said, “I thought they were for your family?” Marty said, “They are! Friends are family too!”
Part A
Jack is described as being "skinny like a green bean."
Which characteristic of his has earned him the nickname?
A. color
B. height
C. weight
D. odor
Part B
Which detail from the story supports the answer to Part A?
A. Jack did not just hop about through the brush; his skinny body almost flew through the brush.
B. His ears stood straight up on his head, and they were as tall as the Empire State Building.
C. He saw tiny rabbits, medium-sized rabbits, large rabbits, short-eared rabbits, long-eared rabbits, white rabbits, black rabbits, spotted rabbits, and all different kinds of rabbits.
D. Jack also thought he was the most handsome rabbit in California.
Part A: weight
Part B:
B. His ears stood straight up on his head, and they were as tall as the Empire State Building.
500
Read the selection and choose the best answer to each question.
The Race
by Carla Gajewskey
1 Jack was the fastest rabbit in California.
2 Jack also thought he was the most handsome rabbit in California. He was skinny like a green bean. His ears stood straight upon his head, and they were as tall as the Empire State Building. Jack’s fur was gray and fluffy.
3 Jack did not just hop about through the brush, but his skinny body almost flew through the brush. He hopped so fast that you never even saw his feet hit the ground.
4 One day he saw a flyer inviting all rabbits to enter the 35th Annual Rabbit Run. The winner would win the gold trophy cup filled with the juiciest carrots from Farmer Brown’s garden.
5 Jack knew he had to sign up. After he signed up, he began to practice. Jack had one week before the race, and he wanted to be ready.
6 On the day of the race, Jack saw rabbits from all over. He saw tiny rabbits, medium size rabbits, large rabbits, short-eared rabbits, and long-eared rabbits, white rabbits, black rabbits, spotted rabbits, and all different kinds of rabbits.
7 One of the rabbits had long ears that hung to the floor. He hopped up to Jack and said, “Hi, my name is Marty. I’m from Jackson County. I’m going to win that carrot cup for my Mamma. She has seven baby rabbits that need tending to. What is your name?” Jack just said, “Jack.”
8 Marty continued to talk and talk like Jack was his best friend. Marty talked about his brothers and sisters, Farmer Brown, how barley is good for you, and so much more.
9 Jack listened and looked disturbed.
10 Once it was time for the race, all of the rabbits lined up. Marty was lined up by Jack and wished him luck.
11 Once the race started, Jack was off, and all you could see was a cloud of dust. As Jack was looking behind himself, he ran right into a thorn bush and got tangled up.
12 The other rabbits began to pass by him, yet no one stopped to help except Marty. Jack said, “Marty, what are you doing? You need to go so you can win the cup of carrots for you, Mamma.” Marty said, “You should always stop and help someone in need, and everything else will work out.”
13 Jack felt very bad for feeling annoyed with Marty earlier.
14 Once he got out of the thorn bush, Marty asked Jack if he wanted to race and gave him a wink.
15 Jack said okay and shook his head, and smiled. They asked Lawrence, a lizard, to tell them when to go. Lawrence said, “On your Mark. Get Set. Go!”
16 Jack started hopping into a cloud of dust. Marty just left him in the dust. Marty caught up to everybody and left them in the dust. Marty hopped through the finish line to the gold cup of carrots.
17 Jack shook Marty’s paw and laughing asked him how he did it. Marty said, “It is just the way I am made. My ears hang down, so when I run, they do not catch the wind like yours. I do not have anything to hold me back.”
18 Jack congratulated Marty and started to walk off. Marty yelled, “Come have some juicy carrots with me.” Jack said, “I thought they were for your family?” Marty said, “They are! Friends are family too!”
What lesson can be learned from the interaction between Jack and Marty during the race in The Race?
A. It is important to only focus on winning and not on helping others.
B. Kindness and friendship are more important than competition.
C. The fastest rabbit will always win the race.
D. Hard work and determination are the keys to success.
B. Kindness and friendship are more important than competition.
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Directions: Read the passage “Soil: Nature's Recipe.” Then answer the questions.
Soil: Nature's Recipe
1 Have you ever thought about what the ground is made of? The dirt under our feet is called "soil," and it's made in a special way. Let's discover how soil, like sand and clay, is created by mixing rocks and the remains of plants and animals.
The Soil Story
2 Imagine that Earth has a skin. That's what soil is. It covers the land and gives plants a place to grow and animals a home. Soil is nature's recipe with two main ingredients: rocks and life. Breaking Down Rocks
3 Rocks are like the hard bones of our planet. But over time, they start to change. This happens because of something called "weathering." Weathering is when rocks break into tiny pieces because of wind, rain, and temperature changes.
The Role of Weathering
4 Weathering is critical to the soil-making process. As rocks break down into smaller particles, they become the foundation for soil. This process takes a long time.
Rotting and Decomposing
5 Soil isn't only made of rocks. It's also made of tiny bits of things that once lived, like plants and animals. When these things die, they don't just disappear. They slowly rot and break down. This process is called "decomposition."
Nature's Cleanup Crew
6 Leaves that fall from trees turn into a part of the soil as they break down. Worms, insects, and tiny living things help with this process by breaking down plant and animal remains into even tinier pieces.
Mixing Everything Together
7 Take the bits of rocks and the tiny pieces of once-living things, and mix them with air and water, and you have the recipe for soil. Each type of soil, like sandy soil or clay soil, has its own special mix of these ingredients.’
Different Soil Types: Sand and Clay
8 There are several different types of soil. Sand is a type of soil that has bigger particles, and it feels gritty when you touch it. Water flows through it quickly, which is great, but it can dry out fast. On the other hand, clay has tiny particles that stick together. It feels smooth when you touch it and is excellent at holding water.
Why Soil Matters
9 Soil is important for life on Earth. It gives plants a place to grow and animals make their homes in it. Soil also helps clean and filter water. We use soil to grow our food and the trees that give us wood. Without soil, our world would be very different.
The Importance of Taking Care of Soil
10 Learning about how soil is made helps us understand why it's so important to look after it. Taking care of soil, also known as soil conservation, is very important to keep our environment healthy. If the soil gets washed away, it takes away the food that plants need to grow. To conserve soil we can plant trees and special crops, use mulch around the plants, and make terraces to stop the soil from washing away. These things help keep the soil healthy, so it can keep helping plants and animals live.
Soil in Our Everyday Lives
11 Soil isn't just the ground we walk on. The food we eat, like vegetables and grains, needs soil to grow healthy and tasty. Even the clothes we wear have a connection to soil because cotton, a material used for clothes, comes from plants that grow in soil.
In a Nutshell
12 In a nutshell, soil is a mix of weathered rocks and decomposed plant and animal remains. This mix creates different types of soil, like sandy soil and clay soil. Soil is more than just dirt; it's Earth's special ingredient for making everything grow.
What conclusion can be made based on the information throughout the above article?
A. Soil is not important for plants and animals.
B. Different types of soil, like sandy soil and clay soil, have the same characteristics.
C. Soil is essential for life on Earth, providing a place for plants to grow and animals to live.
D. Soil does not contribute to the growth of food or the production of clothing.
C. Soil is essential for life on Earth, providing a place for plants to grow and animals to live.
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Directions: Read the passage. Then, answer the questions.
Nature's GPS: Echolocation
1 Echolocation is a special skill animals have for navigating and finding their way in the world. Some people who can't see also use a unique form of echolocation. Ever wondered why?
It turns out that echolocation helps these animals and people understand their surroundings by using sound instead of sight.
2 Over a thousand animals use echolocation, including most bats, whales, and small mammals. Bats are helpful for controlling pests, pollinating plants, and spreading seeds. Many of them are active at night, living in burrows or oceans, using echolocation to find food in the dark. Animals have different ways of using echolocation, like vibrating their throats or flapping their wings.
3 Echolocation is when some animals "see" using sound. Instead of using their eyes, they make special sounds and listen for the echoes.
Is echolocation a 6th sense?
4 For animals like bats and whales, echolocation is like having a sixth sense. It helps them understand their surroundings better, making it easier to survive and grow where vision alone might not be enough.
5 Echolocation begins with making sound waves. These waves bounce off objects, creating echoes that animals or people can understand. The brain understands these echoes, giving a detailed map of the surroundings.
6 Bats are fascinating creatures that fly in the dark using echolocation. Picture a bat flying at night. It makes a high-pitched sound, and when the sound hits an insect, it bounces back. The bat instantly knows where the insect is, helping it catch prey correctly. Bats are crucial for pest control, pollination, and spreading seeds, benefiting agriculture and the environment.
7 Whales, the big creatures of the ocean, also use echolocation. They make clicks and listen for echoes to find objects and navigate through the vast sea, specially for finding food and communicating over long distances.
8 Dolphins, known for their playfulness and intelligence, also use echolocation to explore their underwater world. They create clicks and listen to echoes to detect obstacles, communicate, and hunt for fish.
9 Echolocation isn't only for animals; some humans use it too. People who are blind can develop a special hearing sense to navigate. By making sounds and listening to echoes, they can create a mental map of their surroundings. Many vision-impaired people use echolocation in their daily lives, making clicks with their tongues or an object like a cane to walk confidently and independently.
Is echolocation a special skill? It’s more than that!
10 Echolocation shows how, to protect themselves, different species adapt to their environments. Bats and whales mostly use it for navigation in their surroundings. Dolphins use it for both navigation and communication. It shows the incredible variety of nature's solutions to life's challenges.
11 Echolocation is a crucial survival skill for many animals. In the dark or underwater, where eyesight might be limited, echolocation helps animals find food, avoid danger, and communicate with others.
12 Discovering that some humans also use a form of echolocation shows the universal connections between different kinds of life. Whether we have wings, fins, or canes, the ability to navigate and understand the world is something we share with other animals on this planet.
What is the purpose of paragraphs 4-8?
A. To tell how animals can live underwater
B. To compare different animals based on their physical features
C. To explain the importance of echolocation for some animals
D. to describe how darkness helps animals to hunt
C. To explain the importance of echolocation for some animals
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Read the poem and answer the question.
Camels are bumpy,
Their backs are all lumpy,
Giraffes are long- legged and meek:
Bears are so growly,
Hyenas are howly,
Dolphins are slippery and sleek.
Kangaroos have a pocket,
But no way to lock it,
Their babies can look out and peep,
But monkeys are funny,
I wish I had money,
Enough to buy one and keep.
What does the poem say anout dolphins?
A. They are unlike the other animals.
B. They are broad.
C. Their bodies are slippery and sleek.
D. Their skin is wet.
C. Their bodies are slippery and sleek.