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The weather was so frigid that even the lake turned to solid ice.
What does frigid mean in this sentence?
cold
Ryan loves reading about space. He checks out books from the library about planets, stars, and astronauts. He even built a model of the solar system for his science project. Ryan wants to become an astronaut when he grows up.
Question: What is the main idea of the passage?
A) Ryan built a model of the solar system.
B) Ryan enjoys learning about space.
C) Ryan wants to work at a library.
B) Ryan enjoys learning about space.
laptop
lap·top
/ˈlapˌtäp/
What was Taylor Swift's most recent tour called?
The Eras Tour
What is Buzz Lightyear’s catch-phrase?
To Infinity, and Beyond!
After hiking all day, we were completely exhausted and could barely walk.
What does exhausted mean?
tired
The school cafeteria started using reusable trays instead of plastic ones. Students are encouraged to bring water bottles instead of buying bottled drinks. Teachers remind students to recycle paper and reuse supplies. The school is working hard to be more environmentally friendly.
Question: What is the main idea of the passage?
A) The school wants to reduce waste and help the environment.
B) The students don’t like the new trays because they are odd-looking.
C) Teachers are strict about recycling.
A) The school wants to reduce waste and help the environment.
conflict
/ˈkänˌflik(t)/
What movie did Justin Timberlake write the song “Can’t Stop the Feeling” for?
Trolls
What movie features the song “Let it Go”?
Frozen
He tried to conceal the surprise gift under his bed so no one would find it.
What does conceal mean?
keep from being seen / hide
Lena practiced her speech every night for a week. She timed herself and worked on speaking clearly and slowly. On the day of the school assembly, she felt nervous but ready. Her hard work paid off, and she delivered her speech with confidence.
Question: What is the main idea of the passage?
A) Lena practiced to give a good speech.
B) Lena forgot her speech at the assembly.
C) Lena didn’t like speaking in public because she had to speak clearly and slowly.
A) Lena practiced to give a good speech.
lumber
/ˈləm bər/
lum - ber
What pop star starred in the movie "Wicked"?
Ariana Grande
In Big Hero 6, what is the name of the inflatable healthcare robot?
Baymax
Lena was so generous that she always shared her snacks with her classmates.
What does generous mean?
giving
Many animals hibernate during the winter to survive the cold and lack of food. Bears, bats, and some frogs sleep for months at a time. During hibernation, their heartbeats slow down and they use very little energy. This helps them stay alive until spring returns.
What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Some animals hibernate in winter to save energy
B. Bears are dangerous animals
C. Winter is the coldest season, but animals stay alive
A. Some animals hibernate in winter to save energy
fantastic
fan·tas·tic
/fanˈtastik/
What rapper is Beyoncé married to?
Jay Z
In Inside Out, which emotion is colored green?
Disgust
Even as a young student, Jason was ambitious—he set big goals and worked hard to achieve them. What does ambitious mean?
strong desire or determination to succeed
Reading every day helps improve your vocabulary and understanding. Books expose you to new ideas, different cultures, and creative thinking. Even just 20 minutes a day can make a big difference in school and life. Making reading a daily habit is a smart choice.
What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Reading is a fun way to pass time
Reading every day helps improve your vocabulary and understanding. Books expose you to new ideas, different cultures, and creative thinking. Even just 20 minutes a day can make a big difference in school and life. Making reading a daily habit is a smart choice.
What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Reading is a fun way to pass time, and is smart to do
B. Reading daily can improve your life and learning
C. Only some people enjoy reading
C. Only some people enjoy reading
B. Reading daily can improve your life and learning
enrichment
en·rich·ment
/inˈriCHm(ə)nt,enˈriCHm(ə)nt/
What famous rapper performed at the 2025 Superbowl halftime show?
Kendrick Lamar
In The Secret Life of Pets, what type of animal is Snowball?
Rabbit