End of Year Review!!!

Comprehension

100

The puppy was famished, so he gobbled up all of his food in seconds. What does “famished” mean?

Answer: Very hungry.

200

 The story begins in a snowy mountain town during winter. What is the setting?

Answer: A snowy mountain town in winter.

300

Maya was walking home from school when she heard a soft barking sound coming from behind a bush. She carefully looked behind the bush and found a small brown puppy with a blue collar. The puppy looked scared and hungry. Maya checked the collar and saw a phone number. She called the number using her mom’s phone. Soon, the puppy’s owner arrived and thanked Maya for helping find their lost pet.

What helped Maya contact the owner?

• Answer: The phone number on the collar.

400

Ethan worked hard for weeks on his science fair project about volcanoes. He read books, watched videos, and built a model volcano using clay and paint. On the day of the science fair, Ethan felt nervous when it was his turn to present. However, once he started explaining his project, he became more confident. The judges were impressed with his hard work and creativity.

How did Ethan prepare for the science fair?

Answer: He read books, watched videos, and built a model volcano.

500

Every Saturday morning, the students at Oak Hill School worked in the community garden. They watered plants, pulled weeds, and picked vegetables that would later be donated to families in need. Even though the work was tiring sometimes, the students felt proud knowing they were helping others. By the end of the summer, the garden had grown tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, and peppers.

Who received the vegetables? Why is this important?

Families in need 

Answers may vary 

Point of View

100

What is point of view in a story?

Answer: The perspective or point from which the story is told.

200

Which point of view uses the words “I,” “me,” and “my”?

Answer: First-person point of view.

300

4. “I could not wait to open my birthday presents!” What point of view is this sentence written in?
   
   

Answer: First-person point of view.

400

Which point of view uses the words “he,” “she,” “they,” or character names?

Answer: Third-person point of view.

500

5. “Lena grabbed her backpack as she hurried to the bus stop.” What point of view is this sentence written in?

5. Answer: Third-person point of view.

Main Idea

100

1. Jake wanted to learn how to ride a skateboard. Every afternoon, he practiced balancing and turning in his driveway. After a few weeks, he could ride without falling.

Question: What is the main idea of the passage?

Answer: Jake improved his skateboarding through practice.

200

2. The students in Ms. Carter’s class collected canned food during the month of November. They placed the cans in large boxes near the classroom door. At the end of the month, the food was donated to families in need.

Question: What is the main idea of the passage?

Answer: The students collected food to help families in need.

300

3. Samantha forgot to charge her tablet before school. During class, the battery died while she was working on an assignment. She realized she needed to be more prepared the next day.

Question: What is the main idea of the passage?

Answer: Samantha learned the importance of being prepared.

400

4. The zoo’s newest baby elephant quickly became popular with visitors. People gathered to watch it splash in the water and follow its mother around the habitat. The zookeepers made sure the baby elephant stayed healthy and safe.

Question: What is the main idea of the passage?

Answer: The zoo’s baby elephant attracted attention and was cared for by zookeepers.

500

5. During the school talent show, Olivia sang in front of a large audience for the first time. She felt nervous before walking on stage, but her confidence grew as she continued singing. When the song ended, the crowd cheered loudly.

Question: What is the main idea of the passage?

Answer: Olivia gained confidence while performing in the talent show.

Theme

100

1. In The Three Little Pigs, the first two pigs build weak houses quickly so they can play. The third pig spends extra time building a strong brick house. In the end, the brick house protects him from the wolf.

Question: What theme is shown in this story?

Answer: Hard work and preparation lead to success.

200

2. In Charlotte's Web, Charlotte uses her web to help Wilbur avoid being slaughtered. Even though helping Wilbur takes great effort, she continues because she cares deeply about her friend.

Question: What theme is best shown in this passage?

Answer: True friendship involves sacrifice and kindness.

300

3. In The Tortoise and the Hare, the hare is overly confident and stops to rest during the race. The tortoise continues moving slowly and steadily until he wins.

Question: What theme is most strongly supported by the story?

Answer: Steady effort is more important than arrogance or showing off.

400

4. In Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Harry, Ron, and Hermione work together to face difficult challenges protecting the Sorcerer’s Stone. Each friend contributes different strengths to solve problems along the way.

Question: What theme is developed through the characters’ actions?

Answer: Teamwork and friendship help people overcome challenges.

500

5. In The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Edmund betrays his siblings after being tempted by the White Witch’s promises. Later, he realizes his mistake and works to help his family defeat her.

Question: What complex theme is revealed through Edmund’s choices?

Answer: People can learn from their mistakes and choose redemption.

Inferences

100

1. Jordan stared out the classroom window as dark clouds covered the sky. During recess, he noticed the wind blowing leaves across the playground and students hurrying inside early. Before leaving school, Jordan stuffed his jacket into his backpack and reminded his little sister to stay close while walking home.

Question: What can the reader infer?

Answer: Jordan thinks bad weather or a storm is coming.

200

2. When Mia arrived at her grandmother’s house, she immediately smelled cinnamon and apples baking in the kitchen. Her grandmother quickly closed the oven door and smiled when Mia walked in. Later that evening, Mia noticed candles, wrapped presents, and family members quietly whispering in the living room.

Question: What can the reader infer is happening?

Answer: The family is preparing a surprise birthday celebration or special party.

300

3. During soccer practice, Ethan missed two easy goals and kicked the ground in frustration. He barely spoke to his teammates for the rest of practice. However, the next afternoon, Ethan arrived early and spent extra time practicing his shots before everyone else arrived.

Question: What can the reader infer about Ethan?

Answer: Ethan is disappointed in himself but determined to improve.

400

4. As the teacher passed back the math tests, Lily tapped her pencil nervously against her desk. When the paper finally reached her, she quickly covered the grade with her hand and glanced around the room before slowly smiling. At lunch, she volunteered to help her friend study for the next test.

Question: What can the reader infer about Lily’s test results?

Answer: Lily likely earned a good grade on the test.

500

5. The campfire crackled while the hikers sat quietly under the stars. Earlier that day, Ben had confidently insisted he knew the trail without checking the map. Hours later, the group realized they were lost and had to backtrack through the woods before finally reaching the campsite after dark. Ben stayed unusually quiet while the others prepared dinner.

Question: What can the reader infer about Ben’s feelings at the end of the passage?

Answer: Ben likely feels embarrassed or guilty for getting the group lost.