POV
Liam sighed as he watched his team lose. “We practiced so hard,” he whispered. Emma smiled beside him, “At least we had fun!”
Question:
How do Liam and Emma see the game differently?
A. Both are angry about losing
B. Liam is upset, Emma is cheerful
C. Liam is proud, Emma is sad
D. Both are excited to play again
B. Liam is upset, Emma is cheerful
Bees are important to nature. They carry pollen from flower to flower, helping plants grow strong and healthy. Without bees, many fruits and vegetables wouldn’t grow well or even survive. Farmers depend on bees to help their crops grow.
Question:
What is the author’s purpose in this passage?
A. To tell a funny story about bees
B. To teach about how bees help nature
C. To describe how honey tastes
D. To explain why bees are dangerous
B. To teach about how bees help nature
School lunches should include more fresh fruits and vegetables. These foods help kids stay healthy and give them energy for learning. Doctors say eating fruits and vegetables every day lowers the chance of getting sick. Healthy lunches can lead to better focus in the classroom.
Question:
What is the author’s claim?
A. Kids should eat only fruit for lunch
B. School lunches should have more fresh, healthy foods
C. Students should bring food from home
D. Vegetables are hard to grow
B. School lunches should have more fresh, healthy foods
Passage 1:
Author A explains how astronauts prepare for space missions. They train for months to stay strong, eat special food, and learn to live in small spaces. The author gives facts and steps to show what astronauts must do before flying to space.
Passage 2:
Author B tells a story about a boy who dreams of becoming an astronaut. The boy imagines floating in space and helping build a space station. The story is exciting and helps readers feel what the boy feels.
Question:
How are the two authors different in how they present the topic?
A. Author A uses facts; Author B tells a story
B. Both authors list space jobs
C. Author A talks about Earth; Author B talks about Mars
D. Both authors tell silly stories about space
A. Author A uses facts; Author B tells a story
When Mia stepped onto the stage, her stomach was a storm of butterflies. Her hands shook as if a breeze moved through her fingers. But she took a deep breath and let the music carry her voice.
Question:
Which sentence includes a metaphor?
A. “Her hands shook as if a breeze moved through her fingers.”
B. “She took a deep breath and let the music carry her voice.”
C. “Her stomach was a storm of butterflies.”
D. “Mia stepped onto the stage.”
C. “Her stomach was a storm of butterflies.”
“I don’t want to move,” said Noah. His sister Lily clapped her hands. “I can’t wait to see our new house!”
Question:
What is the difference in Noah’s and Lily’s perspectives?
A. Noah and Lily are both nervous
B. Noah is happy, Lily is angry
C. Noah is worried, Lily is excited
D. Noah is sleepy, Lily is energetic
C. Noah is worried, Lily is excited
Sharks are not as scary as people think. Most sharks don’t bother humans at all and usually swim away. In fact, sharks help the ocean stay healthy by eating sick fish and cleaning the water. They play a big role in the sea.
Question:
What is the author’s purpose in this passage?
A. To entertain with a shark story
B. To describe how to swim with sharks
C. To explain that sharks are helpful, not scary
D. To show why sharks should be avoided
C. To explain that sharks are helpful, not scary
Kids should be allowed to keep water bottles at their desks. Drinking water helps you stay awake and think clearly. Teachers say students who stay hydrated are more focused and less tired. Allowing water bottles helps kids learn without needing to leave class.
Question:
How does the author support the claim?
A. By describing how water tastes
B. By giving facts and teacher opinions
C. By showing pictures of desks
D. By telling a story about a thirsty kid
B. By giving facts and teacher opinions
Passage 1:
Author A explains how kids can help the Earth by using less plastic. The author gives tips like using reusable bottles and bringing lunch in containers. The tone is helpful and gives easy ideas kids can try right away.
Passage 2:
Author B writes a poem about a tree that is sad when trash is on the ground. The tree wishes people would care for nature more. The author uses feelings and rhyme to send a message.
Question:
How do the authors present the topic differently?
A. One author uses jokes; the other gives facts
B. One explains tips; the other uses a poem
C. Both write poems about trees
D. Both give steps to clean parks
B. One explains tips; the other uses a poem
The wind whispered secrets through the trees, and the leaves danced in reply. The moon peeked from behind a cloud and watched over the sleeping town like a quiet guardian.
Question:
What type of figurative language is used when the wind “whispered secrets”?
A. Hyperbole
B. Simile
C. Personification
D. Metaphor
C. Personification
Passage:
Ella frowned at the muddy field. “No soccer today,” she mumbled. “Yay! Mud puddles!” shouted Max, jumping in with both feet.
Question:
How do Ella and Max feel about the mud?
A. Ella dislikes it, Max enjoys it
B. Ella and Max both love mud
C. Ella is scared, Max is nervous
D. Ella is tired, Max is bored
A. Ella dislikes it, Max enjoys it
Recycling means using things again instead of throwing them away. When we recycle paper, fewer trees are cut down, helping the environment. Recycling cans and bottles helps keep our planet clean, beautiful, and safe. Everyone can help by sorting trash at home.
Question:
What is the author trying to do in this passage?
A. Tell about a trip to the dump
B. Share facts to explain why recycling matters
C. Describe a recycling contest
D. Make readers laugh about trash
B. Share facts to explain why recycling matters
Passage:
Libraries are important places in every community. They provide books, internet access, and quiet spaces to work. Some people even get help with homework or job searches there. The author believes libraries should get more support because they help so many people in different ways.
Question:
What is the author’s claim?
A. People should be quiet in the library
B. Libraries need to be open later
C. Libraries are important and should be supported
D. Kids should only read eBooks
C. Libraries are important and should be supported
Passage 1:
Author A gives information about how volcanoes erupt. The author explains what magma is and how it rises through cracks in the Earth. The passage includes clear facts and helps readers understand why eruptions happen.
Passage 2:
Author B writes about visiting a volcano on a family trip. The author describes the smoke, sounds, and hot lava from a safe distance. The passage uses exciting words to help readers imagine what it felt like.
Question:
What is one way the authors present the topic differently?
A. One author explains with facts; the other shares a personal story
B. One author says volcanoes are safe
C. Both authors use the same facts
D. Both authors give steps for building a volcano
A. One author explains with facts; the other shares a personal story
Passage:
I was so hungry, I could eat a mountain of spaghetti! My stomach growled louder than a lion, and I ran to the table like I hadn’t eaten in a year.
Question:
Which sentence is an example of hyperbole?
A. “I ran to the table.”
B. “I could eat a mountain of spaghetti!”
C. “My stomach growled.”
D. “I was hungry after school.”
B. “I could eat a mountain of spaghetti!”
“I studied for hours,” grumbled Zoe, staring at her low test score. “You’ll do better next time,” said Mia, patting her back.
Question:
How do Zoe and Mia’s perspectives differ?
A. Zoe is hopeful, Mia is angry
B. Zoe is disappointed, Mia is encouraging
C. Zoe is calm, Mia is upset
D. Zoe is excited, Mia is nervous
B. Zoe is disappointed, Mia is encouraging
Lightning is powerful and fast. It can strike trees, buildings, or the ground during strong storms. That’s why it’s important to stay indoors during a storm and avoid tall objects. Lightning safety can protect lives and prevent serious accidents.
Question:
How does the author develop the purpose?
A. By giving reasons to stay outside
B. By warning about lightning and giving safety tips
C. By showing a lightning experiment
D. By making a joke about lightning
B. By warning about lightning and giving safety tips
Kids should be allowed to help choose class activities. When students share ideas, they feel more excited to learn. Teachers say that when kids help plan, they stay more focused and work better in groups. This gives everyone a chance to enjoy learning together.
Question:
What is the author’s claim?
A. Kids should choose every school rule
B. Group work is better than solo work
C. Kids should help choose class activities
D. Teachers should always plan alone
C. Kids should help choose class activities
Passage 1:
Author A writes about what dinosaurs ate. The author includes facts about meat-eaters like T. rex and plant-eaters like Triceratops. Readers learn about teeth, hunting, and how scientists know what fossils show.
Passage 2:
Author B shares a comic about a dinosaur lunchroom. A T. rex wants tacos, but the cook only has plants. The comic is silly and meant to make readers laugh about what dinosaurs might eat.
Question:
How do the authors present the same topic differently?
A. Both authors use jokes
B. One uses a comic to entertain; the other gives facts
C. Both authors write stories about hunting
D. One author says dinosaurs eat candy
B. One uses a comic to entertain; the other gives facts
The alarm clock shouted at me to get out of bed. My blanket hugged me tight, begging me to stay just a few minutes longer. I smiled, knowing the morning had already won the battle.
Question:
What is being personified in the passage?
A. The person’s shoes
B. The clock and blanket
C. The window
D. The backpack
B. The clock and blanket
Tyler couldn’t wait to ride the roller coaster. “Let’s go!” he shouted. Ben backed away slowly. “It’s too fast and high!”
Question:
What does this show about Tyler and Ben’s perspectives?
A. Tyler is scared, Ben is brave
B. Tyler is bored, Ben is excited
C. Tyler is eager, Ben is afraid
D. Tyler is tired, Ben is confused
C. Tyler is eager, Ben is afraid
Wolves live in groups called packs. Each wolf in the pack has a job, like hunting or protecting the young. Working together helps the pack survive. The author explains this to help readers understand how wolves depend on each other in the wild.
Question:
What is the author’s purpose in this passage?
A. To explain how wolves work as a team
B. To share a story about a wolf pup
C. To tell why wolves are dangerous
D. To describe a wolf from a fairy tale
A. To explain how wolves work as a team
Every kid should learn how to swim. Swimming is a fun activity, but it also keeps you safe around water. Many accidents happen when people don’t know how to swim. Taking lessons can teach kids to be safe and confident in pools, lakes, and the ocean.
Question:
What is the author’s claim?
A. Swimming is only for summer fun
B. Kids should take swim lessons for safety
C. Only adults need to learn to swim
D. Swimming should be a school sport
B. Kids should take swim lessons for safety
Passage 1:
Author A describes how working together helps teams win games. The author gives examples from basketball and soccer where players pass and plan together. It’s written to show why teamwork is important.
Passage 2:
Author B writes a story about a new soccer player who doesn’t want to share the ball. In the end, she learns that helping her team feels even better than scoring by herself.
Question:
How are the two texts different?
A. One tells a story; the other gives examples and explains
B. Both are fictional stories
C. One shows how to play sports alone
D. Both only talk about soccer
A. One tells a story; the other gives examples and explains
Josh was a rocket on the field, racing past defenders and kicking the ball into the goal. His teammates cheered as he zoomed across the grass.
Question:
What does the metaphor “Josh was a rocket” mean?
A. He flew into the sky
B. He moved very fast
C. He made a loud noise
D. He was a scientist
B. He moved very fast