Making Inferences
The text says a character 'tapped her foot and checked her watch.' What can you infer?
A. She is tired.
B. She is hungry.
C. She is impatient.
D. She is lost.
C. She is impatient.
Mr. Ramirez handed out the group project instructions. Jayden groaned. “Ugh, I always end up doing everything,” he whispered. But as the group began planning, something felt different. Mia offered to make the slideshow, Carlos wanted to write the script, and Zoe said she’d draw the poster. Jayden was surprised. By the end of the week, everyone had done their part. When they presented, the class clapped—and for once, Jayden smiled along with the group.
What is a theme of the paragraph?
A. Group work always leads to conflict
B. Teamwork can help achieve a shared goal
C. One person should be the leader
D. School projects are rarely successful
B. Teamwork can help achieve a shared goal
At the start of the school year, Marcus never raised his hand in class. He kept his eyes down and avoided group work. He was afraid of giving the wrong answer. But after a few months, Marcus began speaking up during discussions. One day, he even volunteered to lead a science experiment. His teacher smiled as the class clapped for him.
What is one way the main character changes from the beginning to the end of the passage?
A. He becomes more confident in class.
B. He learns to get along with his science teacher.
C. He supports the other students in class.
D. He never raises his hand to answer questions.
A. He becomes more confident in class.
What does the word 'gleamed' most likely mean in this sentence: 'The sun gleamed on the metal roof'?
A. Shined
B. Creaked
C. Melted
D. Expanded
A. Shined
Many cities struggle with traffic congestion during rush hour. This causes long delays and frustration for drivers. To solve this problem, some cities have added bike lanes and improved public transportation options. These changes encourage people to leave their cars at home, reducing traffic and making commutes faster for everyone.
What is the overall structure of the text?
A. Cause and Effect
B. Compare and Contrast
C. Problem and Solution
D. Description
C. Problem and Solution
What can you infer if a boy hides his report card from his parents?
A. He is proud of his grades.
B. He forgot he had it.
C. He doesn't like school.
D. He is upset about his grades.
D. He is upset about his grades.
How do the details in a passage help you figure out the theme?
A. They list all the characters
B. They describe funny events
C. They show important ideas
D. They include hard words
C. They show important ideas
The fire alarm rang loudly through the school. Ava calmly stood up, grabbed her jacket, and walked to the door just like they practiced. Beside her, Jonah jumped out of his seat and started to panic. “What if it’s a real fire?” he shouted, his eyes wide. Ava placed a hand on his shoulder. “Let’s just follow the plan,” she said.
Revised Question:
How do Ava and Jonah respond differently to the fire alarm?
A. Ava follows instructions with confidence, while Jonah reacts with fear and uncertainty.
B. Ava doesn’t understand the situation, and Jonah takes charge.
C. Both characters are confused and need help from their teacher.
D. Ava and Jonah both ignore the alarm at first but then leave the classroom together.
A. Ava follows instructions with confidence, while Jonah reacts with fear and uncertainty.
As the students entered the museum, a low murmur filled the air. Everyone was speaking softly, almost in whispers, as they looked around at the towering dinosaur skeletons and ancient artifacts. The guide asked the group to stay quiet, but the murmur continued as kids excitedly pointed to displays.
What does the word "murmur" mean as it is used in the paragraph above?
A. A mixture of voices that is soft and steady
B. A sudden, sharp sound that startles people
C. A special announcement made over a speaker
D. A sound caused by people clapping or cheering
A. A mixture of voices that is soft and steady
Lions and tigers are both large cats, but they live in very different environments. Lions usually live in open grasslands in Africa, while tigers are found in forests in Asia. Both animals are powerful hunters, yet lions often live and hunt in groups, while tigers are usually solitary.
How does the author mainly organize his ideas?
A. Description
B. Sequence
C. Cause and Effect
D. Compare and Contrast
D. Compare and Contrast
Read this paragraph: As Tasha walked into the classroom, her hands trembled slightly. She glanced around nervously, avoiding eye contact with her classmates. Her shoulders were slouched, and she sat quietly in the back of the room, clutching her backpack tightly.
What can you infer about the Tasha's feelings?
A. She is excited.
B. She is nervous.
C. She is sick.
D. She is exhausted.
B. She is nervous.
Aria stared at the torn page in her favorite book. “Why would you take it without asking?” she demanded. Her best friend, Lily, looked down at her shoes. “I just wanted to borrow it, but then it got caught in my backpack zipper.” Aria felt the anger bubbling up inside her. But when she saw Lily’s eyes filling with tears, something inside her softened. “Next time, just ask,” she said quietly. “We can fix it together.”
What is a theme of the paragraph?
A. Mistakes can lead to permanent damage in friendships.
B. Anger is a normal reaction to being disappointed.
C. People should never borrow things without permission.
D. True friends take responsibility and make things right.
D. True friends take responsibility and make things right.
When a large earthquake strikes under the ocean floor, it can cause a huge shift in the water above it. This sudden movement creates waves that travel quickly across the ocean. As the waves approach the shore, they grow taller and more powerful. This series of giant waves is known as a tsunami, and it can cause flooding and serious damage to coastal areas.
Which event happens right before the waves grow taller and stronger?
A. The tsunami floods coastal areas.
B. The waves travel quickly across the ocean.
C. An earthquake damages buildings on land.
D. The water above the earthquake remains still.
B. The waves travel quickly across the ocean.
The invention of the printing press was a significant moment in history. Before it existed, books had to be copied by hand, which took a long time and limited how many people could read them. With the new machine, books could be made quickly and shared widely, leading to major changes in education and communication.
What does the word “significant” most likely mean as used in the paragraph?
A. Unusual and confusing
B. Expensive or hard to build
C. Large in size or shape
D. Important and impactful
D. Important and impactful
When a volcano erupts, it releases ash and gases into the air. These particles can block sunlight, causing temperatures to drop for a short time. In some cases, volcanic eruptions have affected weather patterns around the world. Because of this, scientists closely monitor volcanic activity to predict its possible effects.
How is the information in the paragraph organized?
A. By showing how one event leads to another
B. By comparing two different types of volcanoes
C. By describing what a volcano looks like
D. By listing steps in a process
A. By showing how one event leads to another
Why might the author not directly state a character’s thoughts or feelings?
A. To keep readers confused.
B. To make the text longer.
C. To allow readers to draw their own conclusions.
D. To avoid boring details.
C. To allow readers to draw their own conclusions.
Bees do much more than make honey. As they move from flower to flower, they carry pollen, helping plants grow and produce fruit. This process, called pollination, is essential to many crops that people rely on for food. Without bees, the food supply would be greatly reduced, making them one of the most important insects in the world.
Which sentence best states a central idea of this paragraph?
A. Bees make honey that people enjoy.
B. Bees are helpful, but not necessary for food production.
C. Bees are vital to growing many of the foods we eat.
D. Bees fly from flower to flower gathering nectar.
C. Bees are vital to growing many of the foods we eat.
Before astronauts can launch into space, they go through months of training. They practice moving in zero gravity, using special machines that simulate space conditions. Once they complete their training, astronauts must pass several health tests to make sure they are physically ready. Only after they are cleared by medical teams can they suit up and board the rocket for launch.
Which event happens right after astronauts complete their training?
A. They return to Earth.
B. They board the rocket for launch.
C. They pass health tests to show they’re physically ready.
D. They begin training in zero gravity.
C. They pass health tests to show they’re physically ready.
Honeybees are important to farms because they contribute to the growth of fruits and vegetables. As they fly from flower to flower collecting nectar, they spread pollen. This helps plants develop the food we eat, such as apples, tomatoes, and almonds.
Question:
What does the word “contribute” most likely mean as used in the paragraph?
A. Take away from something
B. Make a loud buzzing noise
C. Help make something happen
D. Visit flowers without a purpose
C. Help make something happen
To grow a sunflower, start by planting the seeds in soil during the spring. Next, make sure they get plenty of sunlight and water them regularly. As the weeks pass, you’ll see the seedlings sprout, grow taller, and eventually bloom into large yellow flowers. Finally, when the petals begin to fall, you can collect the seeds to plant again next year.
Question:
How is the information in the paragraph organized?
A. By describing a gardening problem and how it was solved
B. By comparing two types of flowers
C. By explaining the effects of sunlight on plants
D. By showing steps in a process or order
D. By showing steps in a process or order
Lena stepped outside and pulled her jacket tightly around her. The wind howled through the empty streets, and dark clouds rolled overhead. She glanced at her watch, then back at the path in front of her. She took a deep breath and walked forward, even though her steps were slow and her eyes kept darting side to side.
A. Lena is determined to get where she’s going, even though she’s clearly nervous.
B. Lena enjoys walking in stormy weather and feels confident about her journey.
C. Lena is angry about something and is taking a walk to calm down.
D. Lena is meeting a friend and is worried about being late.
C. The character is lying.
A. Lena is determined to get where she’s going, even though she’s clearly nervous.
Tornadoes are powerful storms that can form quickly during severe thunderstorms. They are made up of rotating columns of air that stretch from clouds to the ground. Tornadoes can destroy buildings, toss cars, and uproot trees. Because they are fast and unpredictable, it is important to take warnings seriously and seek shelter right away.
What sentence best states a central idea of this paragraph?
A. Tornadoes can be dangerous and people should take safety precautions.
B. Tornadoes only happen during the summer.
C. Tornadoes are made of rotating air and can reach the ground.
D. Tornadoes can move cars and trees when they touch down.
A. Tornadoes can be dangerous and people should take safety precautions.
B. Tornadoes only happen during the summer.
C. Tornadoes are made of rotating air and can reach the ground.
D. Tornadoes can move cars and trees when they touch down.
In the 1800s, many people moved west across the United States in search of new opportunities. Some hoped to find land to farm, while others were chasing gold during the Gold Rush. The government helped by offering land through the Homestead Act. As a result, new towns and railroads quickly appeared across the western frontier.
Question:
Why did new towns and railroads begin to appear across the western frontier?
A. Because the government forced people to move west
B. Because people wanted to live closer to the ocean
C. Because Native American tribes built new communities
D. Because the Homestead Act and Gold Rush attracted many settlers
D. Because the Homestead Act and Gold Rush attracted many settlers
In science, it’s important to contrast two different ideas to see how they are not the same. For example, while a solid holds its shape, a liquid takes the shape of its container. By comparing and contrasting, scientists can better understand how different materials behave.
What does the word “contrast” most likely mean as used in the paragraph?
A. Show how things are similar
B. Mix two things together
C. Explain how things are different
D. Choose the best option between two things
C. Explain how things are different
The cheetah is one of the most unique animals in the wild. It has a slender body, long legs, and black “tear marks” running from its eyes to its mouth. Its golden coat is covered in small black spots that help it blend into the grasslands. Built for speed, the cheetah can run faster than any other land animal.
How is the information in the paragraph mainly organized?
A. By explaining how cheetahs were saved from extinction
B. By comparing the cheetah to other animals
C. By describing the features and traits of a single topic
D. By listing causes and effects of fast running
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C. By describing the features and traits of a single topic