Context Clues
Elvin approached the snake cautiously. He thought it was dead, but he didn't know for sure.
The word cautiously means:
a. quickly
b. carefully
c. carelessly
b. carefully
Stars are in the sky. Long ago, people used the stars to know how to get to different places. They did not have clocks like we do today. Sailors used the stars to know where to sail. People used to places that stars are at in the sky to help them know when to plant seeds.
Which one is most likely true?
a. stars were too big in the sky.
b. stars were better long ago.
c. stars were very important to people.
c. stars were very important to people.
I can't wait until this weekend! We’re going to my grandparents’ house and my entire family will be there. I will spend most of my time playing games with my cousins. We always have such a good time together! The day goes by so fast, and by the end we are all exhausted... but we still don’t want to leave!
The main idea of this passage is:
a. weekends are times to travel.
b. The writer enjoys spending time with family.
c. The writer’s grandparents live far away.
b. The writer enjoys spending time with family.
Read each sentence and add the correct punctuation mark at the end.
Can we go to the movies again soon __
? question mark
The artist had used vivid colors in the painting, which made it stand out in the dull room.
The word vivid means:
a. dull
b. tinted
c. bright
c. bright
Long ago, some families went to new states. They were given land for a small fee. On the land, the people could plant their own foods. They had to make their own homes too. It took many hours to pull up weeds. It also took a long time to cut grass too.
What is most likely true?
a. People had to work hard on their new land.
b. Life is the same today as it was long ago.
c. There were only a few people that cut grass.
a. People had to work hard on their new land.
During recess, I always go to the library because there are a lot of amazing books there. I love reading. As it is quiet, it lets me concentrate and think about different things. The librarian is really nice and friendly too. She gives me candies all the time.
The main idea of this passage is:
a. the library is boring
b. all about why I love the library
c. the library is a quiet place
b. all about why I love the library
Read each sentence and add the correct punctuation mark at the end.
Today is the best day ever ___
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Amaris was furious when she discovered that the dog had eaten her homework again!
The word furious means:
a. amused
b. angry
c. tired
b. angry
James had a fear of trying out for the school play. He liked singing and acting, but he was just too afraid to try out for anything. "You remind me of how I was long ago," said his grandfather. His words were warm and wise. "I once did not have confidence. I realized that I can do anything if I at least try," said his grandfather.
Why did James’ grandfather choose to share this story with him at this time?
a. to show how James is being a baby.
b. to show James that anything is possible.
c. to make James more nervous.
b. to show James that anything is possible.
I have a dog whose name is Paco. He is almost 10 years old. Paco is very loveable with a brown face and short black fur. He is one of my best friends. He plays with me, sleeps with me, and goes on walks with me. I am so glad to have him around. I love him.
The main idea of this passage is:
A. the dog’s name is Paco.
B. everyone should have a dog.
C. the writer's dog is an important part of his life.
C. the writer's dog is an important part of his life.
Read each sentence and add the correct punctuation mark at the end.
Math and Reading are my favorite subjects ___
. period
Jeison told me about the movie he saw, but he did not reveal the ending because she knew I was going to see it too.
The word reveal means:
a. change
b. hide
c. tell
c. tell
Earth s surface is always changing. Wind crumbles rocks and soil. Volcanoes erupt. Both of these things change the way earth looks. Changes happen on earth all of the time, and they occur in the ocean and on land. Underwater volcanoes add more land to our planet. Lava forms islands in the ocean.
Based on the text, what can be inferred?
a. Volcanoes are powerful.
b. Changes only happen on earth’s surface.
c. Lava is the only thing that causes changes on earth.
a. Volcanoes are powerful.
Homemade pizza is delicious. First, make the dough from flour, water, and yeast. After that, begin making the tomato sauce. Next, add any vegetables you like. Then, bake it in the oven. After a short time, the kitchen begins to smell delicious. Soon, it’s ready to eat!
The main idea of this passage is:
a. pizza is made from flour
b. how to make homemade pizza
c. pizza is easy to make
d. pizza makes the kitchen smell delicious
b. how to make homemade pizza
Read each sentence and add the correct punctuation mark at the end.
When will you go to the park ___
? question mark
The valiant young woman grabbed the little boy just in time to save him from the speeding car.
The word valiant means:
a. clever
b. angry
c. brave
c. brave
Where can you usually find the main idea of a passage or paragraph?
in first sentence
Read each sentence and add the correct punctuation mark at the end.
It is my birthday today and my mom surprised me with a new puppy ___
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