Inference
Where am I?
As I walked in the door, I was amazed at the beautiful colors and smells. I knew it would be hard to decide what I would buy with my $5. The chocolate truffles looked delicious, but they were expensive. The jelly beans were not only cheaper, but so colorful! With so many sweets to choose from, I knew I would be there for a long time.
At a candy store
Which word is correct?
We aren't _________ to smoke on DMACC property.
a. aloud b. allowed
b. allowed
What is the main idea of the paragraph?
Of the many kinds of vegetables grown all over the world, which one remains the favorite of children and adults alike? The potato, of course. The annual potato harvest around the world is over 6 billion bags. Each bag contains 100 pounds of potatoes, some of them as large as four pounds each. Here in the United States, farmers fill about 400 million bags a year. That may seem like a lot of potatoes, but it leaves the United States a distant third among world potato growers. Polish farmers dig up just over 800 million bags a year, while the Russians lead the world with nearly 1.5 billion bags a year.
A. The potato is the most popular vegetable in the world.
B. The United States produces 400 million bags of potatoes a year.
C. Farmers grow many kinds of vegetables all over the world.
A. The potato is the most popular vegetable in the world.
Choose a connector of comparison or contrast to join these two sentences.
The process of making a peach pie is __________ the process of making an apple pie.
similar to
Choose the correct expression: make do, make a name for oneself, make light of, make up one's mind, make waves
Sometimes I have a hard time making _________ when I am at a restaurant. There are so many options to choose from
up my mind
Where am I?
The water felt so good on such a hot day. I heard the other children laughing and yelling across the way.The concrete was wet from a group of teenagers splashing each other in the corner. The lifeguard watched closely to keep children from running.
At a swimming pool
Everyone needed to take the CASAS test ______ Joe.
a. except b. accept
a. except
What is the main idea of the paragraph?
Many people like raisins. However, the raisin business in America happened by accident. In 1873, many farmers grew grapes in the San Joaquin Valley of California. That year, just before the grape harvest, there was a heat wave. It was one of the worst heat waves ever known. It was so hot that the grapes dried on the vines. When they were picked, California had its first raisin crop. People were surprised to find out how good raisins were. Everybody wanted more, so the San Joaquin farmers went into the raisin business. In spite of its surprising beginning, it grew into a major business and people still love to eat them today.
A. Raisins started in California.
B. Raisins are a very popular food.
C. The creation of raisins in America was an accident.
C. The creation of raisins in America was an accident.
_________ an elephant, a tiger eats meat.
In contrast to, Unlike
Choose the correct expression: make do, make a name for oneself, make light of, make up one's mind, make waves
Elon Musk has made __________ for being innovative with technology.
a name for himself
Where am I?
I was allowed to push the cart. The front left wheel was broken, so the cart wobbled down each aisle. Mother put various cans and boxes in the cart, but I didn’t notice. I was trying to keep the cart going straight as it got heavier and heavier.
At the grocery store
Mary _________ from Mexico and came to the U.S.
a. immigrated b. emigrated
b. emigrated
What is the main idea of the paragraph?
The Earth has many different kinds of violent weather. The largest storms are called hurricanes or typhoons. These form over the ocean and can cause severe damage over miles of coastal land. Tornadoes, or cyclones, are another kind of storm that forms over land and cause terrible damage to localized areas. A hailstorm can cause damage to crops, property, animals, and even people. A thunderstorm can cause widespread flooding, and lightning can strike buildings and even people. Blizzards can shut down roads and force people to stay indoors.
A. Hurricanes are the largest kind of violent storm that is on the Earth.
B. The Earth is a planet that has a lot of kinds of weather.
C. The Earth has many kinds of storms which can do damage to people, animals, and property.
C. The Earth has many kinds of storms which can do damage to people, animals, and property.
Sue looks _______ her sister. Sometimes I can't tell them apart.
just like
Choose the correct expression: make do, make a name for oneself, make light of, make up one's mind, make waves
I don't like to ___________. I usually avoid saying things that might make people upset.
make waves
Where are we?
As we entered, a large blast of water hit the windshield. Huge flopping sponges began to slap at the hood as we slowly moved forward. Soon, there were suds spilling over the sides. I was glad the windows were rolled up.
At a carwash
After dinner, we like to have fruit for _________.
a. desert b. dessert
b. dessert
What is the main idea of the paragraph?
The Statue of Liberty in New York City is an important historic symbol. The seven rays on the crown of the Statue of Liberty stand for the seven continents. The tablet in her left hand has the date of July 4, 1776, the date America signed its independence from Britain. At the feet of the Statue of Liberty lie broken shackles, which represent the throwing off of oppression. The statue has been a universal symbol of freedom to people from all over the world.
A. The Statue of Liberty is one of the most popular New York tourist attractions.
B. The Statue of Liberty is a significant symbol of freedom for people around the world.
C. The Statue of Liberty has a tablet with the date July 4, 1776 written on it.
B. The Statue of Liberty is a significant symbol of freedom for people around the world.
The first study showed a significant change. ______, the second study showed no change.
In contrast
Choose the correct expression: make do, make a name for oneself, make light of, make up one's mind, make waves
We don't make a lot of money, but somehow we manage to __________ with what we have.
make do
Where am I?
It felt wonderful to be outside, even if only for a little while! All the swings were already taken, and a group was playing softball on the diamond. Casey and I decided use the monkey bars until the teacher called us.
At a school playground
Can you please give me some ________?
a. advice b. advise
a. advice
What is the main idea of the paragraph?
How do migrating animals find their way? Migrating animals navigate in a variety of ways. Fish use their sense of smell to recognize their migration paths and are guided by changing water temperatures. Birds use the position of the sun to orient themselves. Some birds have magnetic particles in their ear mechanisms that act as a compass. Mammals rely on their memory. Some elephant trails have been used for hundreds of years.
A. How migrating animals find their way.
B. Migrating animals navigate in a variety of ways.
C. Mammals rely on their memory.
D. Fish and birds have special methods for finding their way.
_________ cats, some dogs have long hair that sheds.
Similar to, Just like
Choose the correct expression: make do, make a name for oneself, make light of, make up one's mind, make waves
Bill fell and hurt his leg during the game, but he tried to _________ it so he could keep playing.
make light of