Think Like An Inventor
In paragraph 8, what does the word merely suggest about Steve’s invention?
A. It will be very expensive.
B. It will be simple to operate.
C. It will have many uses.
D. It will take time to bulld.
C. It will have many uses.
What does the word pleasant mean in paragraph 1?
A. nice
B. large
C. open
D. empty
A. nice
Which word best helps the reader understand the meaning of the word basin in paragraph 14?
M. article
P. washerman
R. porcelain
S. container
S. container
How does the narrator’s point of view in both passages influence what the reader knows?
A. The reader is told what the narrator thinks about royalty.
B. The reader can learn each character’s inner thoughts and perspective.
C. The reader is given a firsthand account of each character’s version of events.
D. The reader can figure out what characters may be thinking based on what they say and do.
D. The reader can figure out what characters may be thinking based on what they say and do.
Which sentence states a central idea of the passage?
M. Herbs grow well on sunny walls.
P. A variety of animals have been found on roofs.
R. Greening a building requires careful planning.
S. Students enjoy studying rooftop gardens.
R. Greening a building requires careful planning.
Which statement describes Steve’s experience with the invention process?
M. Steve decides he will create an apple peeler and then helps his mom peel many apples.
P. Steve’s teacher encourages him to do research before he begins to design his invention.
R. Steve notices it is difficult to peel apples, so he designs a machine to make the job go faster.
S. Steve’s classmate tells him his invention is not original so Steve decides to try a different idea.
R. Steve notices it is difficult to peel apples, so he designs a machine to make the job go faster.
Which two sentences from the passage describe the narrator’s life in the meadow?
M. “The first place that I can well remember was a pleasant meadow with a pond of clear water in it.” (paragraph 1)
P. “Over the hedge on one side we looked into a plowed field, and on the other we looked over a gate at our master’s house, which stood by the roadside.” (paragraph 1)
R. “While I was young I lived upon my mother’s milk, as I could not eat grass.” (paragraph 1)
S. “In the daytime I ran by her side, and at night I lay down close by her.” (paragraph 1)
T. “I used to run with them, and had great fun; we used to gallop all together round the field, as hard as we could go.” (paragraph 2)
M. “The first place that I can well remember was a pleasant meadow with a pond of clear water in it.” (paragraph 1)
T. “I used to run with them, and had great fun; we used to gallop all together round the field, as hard as we could go.” (paragraph 2)
In passage 1, how are the actions of the potter and the washerman alike?
M. They both work to improve the success of the other.
P. They both tell the king the truth.
R. They both think of a clever plan.
S. They both show the king how wise they are.
R. They both think of a clever plan.
What is the meaning of the word bade in paragraph 26?
A. told
B. paid
C. wanted
D. suggested
A. told
How does the author develop her ideas about green roofs?
A. By giving examples of buildings that use green roofs.
B. By showing how green roofs are superior to other roofs.
C. By describing different ways green roofs can be beneficial.
D. By explaining that green roofs are more affordable than other roofs.
C. By describing different ways green roofs can be beneficial.
How does the narrator’s point of view affect what the reader knows about Steve’s invention?
M. It allows the reader to understand that Steve is worried Mrs. Nell will think he copied the invention.
P. It informs the reader that Steve’s invention can help his mom bake apple pies for bake sales.
R. It lets the reader know that Mrs. Nell is impressed with Steve’s effort in tackling the assignment.
S. It warns the reader that Jenny’s grandmother has an apple peeler much like the one Steve designs.
M. It allows the reader to understand that Steve is worried Mrs. Nell will think he copied the invention.
How does the narrator describe life in the meadow?
A. The narrator was unhappy.
B. The narrator felt very lonely.
C. The narrator enjoyed himself.
D. The narrator was eager to leave.
C. The narrator enjoyed himself.
Which theme in passage 1 is similar to a theme in passage 2?
A. It is more important to be clever than to be sincere.
B. Wrongdoing is not usually rewarded.
C. People cannot be told what to do.
D. Hard work brings great joy
B. Wrongdoing is not usually rewarded.
What is the main theme of passage 2?
A. An honest effort often pays off.
B. Life has many surprises.
C. Change is difficult to deal with.
D. Helping others leads to awards.
A. An honest effort often pays off.
What is the relationship between a landscape architect and a roof and wall gardener?
M. A landscape architect follows the instructions of a roof and wall gardener.
P. A landscape architect must complete his or her job before a roof and wall gardener can begin.
R. A landscape architect checks to make certain that a roof and wall gardener is ready to work.
S. A landscape architect is not as important as a roof and wall gardener.
P. A landscape architect must complete his or her job before a roof and wall gardener can begin.
Which change, if any, is needed to the underlined text? instrucshuns
M. instructsions
P. instrucshions
R. instructions
S. No change
R. instructions
Which detail from the story supports the correct answer in Part A?
M. The narrator could not eat grass at first.
P. The narrator had great fun with the other colts.
R. The narrator looked over the gate at the house.
S. The narrator stayed in a shed when it was cold.
P. The narrator had great fun with the other colts.
What is a major difference in the way the two stories develop that theme?
M. Passage 1 develops the theme by showing how jealousy can cause problems, while passage 2 develops the theme by showing that trickery rarely works.
P. Passage 1 develops the theme by relating the problems between people, while passage 2 develops the theme by showing that some people are easily fooled.
R. Passage 1 develops the theme by explaining how people react to bad news, while passage 2 develops the theme by showing people covering up bad feelings.
S. Passage 1 develops the theme by focusing on why people interact badly, while passage 2 develops the theme by showing how people get along.
S. Passage 1 develops the theme by focusing on why people interact badly, while passage 2 develops the theme by showing how people get along.
Which detail from passage 2 best supports the theme?
M. “Now one of the artists was talented and hard-working, and he set to work at once.” (paragraph 28)
P. “Then, on the night before the arrival of the king, he got an idea.” (paragraph 32)
R. “It was exactly the same as the other, line for line, stroke for stroke....” (paragraph 35)
S. “Each of you shall get the payment you deserve. . . . take the reward you find beside your painting.” (paragraph 38)
S. “Each of you shall get the payment you deserve. . . . take the reward you find beside your painting.” (paragraph 38)
What is one benefit of a green building that the author implies but does not support with evidence?
A. A green building can be educational for students.
B. A green building can keep people drier in rainy weather.
C. A green building can bring the members of a community together.
D. A green building can help people feel good about contributing to the environment.
A. A green building can be educational for students.
He began drawing pictures when he were a young boy. Which change, if any, is needed to the underlined text? were
A. is
B. was
C. am
D. No change
B. was