President Abe Lincoln - Feared Wrestler of the Frontier
Abraham Lincoln, Animal Lover
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100

What is the most likely reason the author includes the detail about Abe Lincoln wrestling 300 opponents?

F To show how Lincoln’s strength helped him become president.
G To highlight Lincoln’s determination and skill as a wrestler.
H To explain why Lincoln was named to the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.
J To compare wrestling in the 1800s to wrestling today.

G To highlight Lincoln’s determination and skill as a wrestler.

100

What is the most likely reason the author includes the detail about Lincoln’s cat eating at the dinner table?

F To show how much Lincoln loved his cat.
G To explain why Lincoln’s family had many pets.
H To describe how Lincoln spent time with his family.
J To highlight Lincoln’s unusual hobbies.

F To show how much Lincoln loved his cat.

100

What is one difference between the two texts?

F "President Abe Lincoln - Feared Wrestler of the Frontier" focuses on Lincoln’s physical strength, while "Abraham Lincoln, Animal Lover" highlights his kindness toward animals.


G "President Abe Lincoln - Feared Wrestler of the Frontier" describes Lincoln’s skills as a wrestler, while "Abraham Lincoln, Animal Lover" describes his love for his pets.


H "President Abe Lincoln - Feared Wrestler of the Frontier" emphasizes Lincoln’s athletic achievements, while "Abraham Lincoln, Animal Lover" focuses on his family life with animals.


J "President Abe Lincoln - Feared Wrestler of the Frontier" discusses Lincoln’s leadership qualities, while "Abraham Lincoln, Animal Lover" explores his accomplishments with animals.

F "President Abe Lincoln - Feared Wrestler of the Frontier" focuses on Lincoln’s physical strength, while "Abraham Lincoln, Animal Lover" highlights his kindness toward animals.

100

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What does the word "wrap up" most likely mean in paragraph 2?

A Tie up
B Defeat
C Cover
D Hold tightly

B Defeat

200

What is the most likely reason the author includes the detail about wrestling being a test of strength in the 1800s?

F To show how wrestling was different during Lincoln’s time.
G To explain why Lincoln only lost one match.
H To describe the skills Lincoln needed to be a wrestler.
J To highlight how wrestling helped Lincoln become famous.

F To show how wrestling was different during Lincoln’s time.

200

What is the central idea of the selection?

A Abraham Lincoln was a president who believed in fairness and respect for all.
B Abraham Lincoln’s family had many pets, including goats and a cat.
C Abraham Lincoln’s love for animals showed his belief in respecting all living things.
D Abraham Lincoln allowed animals to damage furniture in the White House.

C Abraham Lincoln’s love for animals showed his belief in respecting all living things.

200

With which sentence from "President Abe Lincoln - Feared Wrestler of the Frontier" would the author of "Abraham Lincoln, Animal Lover" most likely agree?

A "He wore a stovepipe hat." (Paragraph 1)
B "He taught people that all citizens should be treated fairly." (Paragraph 1)
C "Wrestling was a test to prove which man was the strongest." (Paragraph 3)
D "Abe Lincoln was his county's wrestling champion." (Paragraph 4)
E "Abe Lincoln was known for his great strength and his clever mind." (Paragraph 2)

B "He taught people that all citizens should be treated fairly." (Paragraph 1)


E "Abe Lincoln was known for his great strength and his clever mind." (Paragraph 2)

200

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What is the meaning of the word feared in paragraph 5?

A Liked
B Respected
C Clever
D Frightened

D Frightened

300

What can the reader infer about Abe Lincoln based on his success as a wrestler?

A He enjoyed competing against wrestlers from other countries.
B He was known for his intelligence and physical strength.
C He preferred wrestling to his other responsibilities.
D He wanted to become famous as a wrestling champion.

B He was known for his intelligence and physical strength.

300

What can the reader infer about Abraham Lincoln based on the details about his pets?

A Lincoln valued kindness and respect for all living things.
B Lincoln thought pets were more important than his work.
C Lincoln’s family preferred goats over other animals.
D Lincoln wanted to open a shelter for animals in the White House.

A Lincoln valued kindness and respect for all living things.

300

What is one difference between the two texts?

F "President Abe Lincoln - Feared Wrestler of the Frontier" describes one of Lincoln's skills.

G "President Abe Lincoln - Feared Wrestler of the Frontier" describes Lincoln's children.

H "Abraham Lincoln, Animal Lover" describes activities Lincoln enjoyed.

J "Abraham Lincoln, Animal Lover" describes one of Lincoln's accomplishments.

F "President Abe Lincoln - Feared Wrestler of the Frontier" describes one of Lincoln's skills.

300

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What is the meaning of the word frontier in paragraph 5 as it is used in the passage?

A A border between two areas of land
B A place where battles were fought
C A region known for its challenges and opportunities
D A location where people gathered for events

C A region known for its challenges and opportunities

400

What key idea about Abe Lincoln do the details in paragraphs 2 and 4 best support?

F Abe Lincoln was known for his cleverness and strength.
G Abe Lincoln enjoyed wearing a stovepipe hat while wrestling.
H Abe Lincoln was afraid of losing wrestling matches.
J Abe Lincoln wanted to use wrestling to become famous.

F Abe Lincoln was known for his cleverness and strength.

400

What key idea about Abraham Lincoln do the details in paragraph 2 best support?

F Abraham Lincoln considered cats his favorite hobby.
G Abraham Lincoln believed pets should be part of the family.
H Abraham Lincoln allowed his pets to make important decisions.
J Abraham Lincoln’s pets often caused trouble in the White House.

G Abraham Lincoln believed pets should be part of the family.

400

With which idea would the authors of both texts most likely agree?

A Abraham Lincoln loved all types of animals.

B Abraham Lincoln loved to compete.

C Abraham Lincoln wanted to be known as the strongest man.

D Abraham Lincoln had a variety of interests.

D Abraham Lincoln had a variety of interests.

400

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What is the meaning of the word respect in paragraph 4 as it is used in the passage?

A Admiration and care for someone or something
B Obedience to rules or authority
C Fear of someone in a position of power
D Disinterest in others' opinions or actions

A Admiration and care for someone or something

500

What can the reader conclude about Abe Lincoln from information throughout the selection?

A Abe Lincoln enjoyed competing in different sports.
B Abe Lincoln valued strength and determination.
C Abe Lincoln wanted to be remembered as a wrestler.
D Abe Lincoln used wrestling to become president.

B Abe Lincoln valued strength and determination.

500

What can the reader conclude about Abraham Lincoln based on the details in the selection?

A Lincoln believed that animals were more important than people.
B Lincoln enjoyed spending time with his family and pets.
C Lincoln thought animals should be treated with respect.
D Lincoln’s favorite animals were goats because they entertained his sons.

C Lincoln thought animals should be treated with respect.

500

 Read this sentence from paragraph 1 of "President Abe Lincoln - Feared Wrestler of the Frontier."

He taught people that all citizens should be treated fairly.

Which sentence from "Abraham Lincoln, Animal Lover" expresses a similar idea?

A Abraham Lincoln is one of the most respected United States Presidents.

B He cared about people, but he also cared about animals.

C Once, someone asked Lincoln's wife Mary if her husband had a hobby.

D Abraham Lincoln believed that everyone deserved respect.

D Abraham Lincoln believed that everyone deserved respect.

500

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What is the meaning of the word hobby in paragraph 2 as it is used in the passage?

A A job that requires skill
B An activity done for enjoyment
C A task completed out of necessity
D A habit that is hard to break

B An activity done for enjoyment

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