WILDCARD
What does the prefix un- mean in the word unhappy?
A. Again
B. Not
C. Before
D. Too much
B. Not
The night before a FAST test you should...
A. Stay up late
B. Eat a whole bag of Skittles for dinner
C. Forget to set an alarm
D. Charge your Chromebook
D. Charge your Chromebook
What point of view uses “he,” “she,” or “they” and shows the thoughts of only one character?
A. First person
B. Second person
C. Third person
C. Third person
The comedian’s joke caused the audience to erupt in laughter.
What does erupt most nearly mean?
A. Sit quietly
B. Suddenly burst out
C. Leave early
D. Whisper
B. Suddenly burst out
Playing a musical instrument takes practice and patience. Beginners often start with simple songs before moving on to more complex pieces. Over time, consistent practice helps musicians improve their skills.
What is the main idea?
A. Music is fun to play
B. Learning an instrument requires practice to improve
C. Beginners play simple songs
D. Practice is difficult
B. Learning an instrument requires practice to improve
Which sentence uses commas correctly?
A. I bought apples oranges bananas and grapes.
B. I bought apples, oranges bananas, and grapes.
C. I bought apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes.
D. I bought apples oranges, bananas and grapes.
C. I bought apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes.
During your FAST test you should....
A. Read the directions and questions carefully
B. Rush through the test
C. Skip answering some questions
D. Fall asleep
A. Read the directions and questions carefully
Which sentence best shows the narrator’s point of view?
A. The sky was blue and clear.
B. I couldn’t believe they expected me to forgive him so easily.
C. The dog ran across the yard.
D. The house had three bedrooms.
B. I couldn’t believe they expected me to forgive him so easily.
James tried to conserve his energy during the long race.
What does conserve mean?
A. Use quickly
B. Lose
C. Ignore
D. Save
D. Save
Recycling helps reduce waste in landfills. It also saves energy and conserves natural resources like water and trees. Many communities encourage recycling by providing bins and pickup services.
What is the main idea?
A. Recycling has several environmental benefits
B. Landfills are too full
C. Communities provide bins
D. Water should be conserved
A. Recycling has several environmental benefits
A student reads a short story and then watches a play based on it. What is the BEST way to compare them?
A. List all the characters
B. Focus only on the ending
C. Identify similarities and differences in how the story is told
D. Count the number of scenes
C. Identify similarities and differences in how the story is told
After finishing your FAST test you should...
A. Play games on your Chromebook
B. Draw on your desk
C. Go back and check your answers
D. Talk to your friends
C. Go back and check your answers
What is the MAIN purpose of point of view in a story?
A. To explain the setting
B. To show how the narrator or speaker sees events
C. To list characters
D. To organize paragraphs
B. To show how the narrator or speaker sees events
The scientist’s theory was considered plausible by her colleagues.
What does plausible most nearly mean?
A. Unlikely
B. Believable
C. Confusing
D. Proven
B. Believable
Many cities are planting more trees in urban areas. Trees provide shade, reduce air pollution, and make neighborhoods more attractive. In addition, they can lower temperatures during hot summer months.
What is the main idea?
A. Trees make cities look better
B. Cities are adding trees for multiple benefits
C. Summer temperatures are too hot
D. Pollution is a major problem
B. Cities are adding trees for multiple benefits
What does the root bio mean in the word biology?
A. Earth
B. Life
C. Water
D. Study
B. Life
What is an example of a GOOD breakfast to eat the morning of your FAST test?
A. Nothing
B. Eggs and bacon
C. An energy drink and nothing else
D. 25 donuts
B. Eggs and bacon
Which point of view is used in the sentence below:
“I couldn’t understand why everyone was laughing at me.”
First person
What does the word "benevolence" mean?
The desire to good things
Owls are nocturnal animals, meaning they are active at night. They have excellent hearing and vision, which helps them hunt in the dark. During the day, they usually sleep in trees or hidden spots.
What is the main idea?
A. Owls sleep during the day
B. Owls hunt small animals
C. Owls are adapted for nighttime activity
D. Owls live in trees
C. Owls are adapted for nighttime activity
Which event is MOST likely part of the rising action in a story?
A. The story ends happily
B. The conflict is resolved
C. The characters are introduced
D. The main character faces a problem
D. The main character faces a problem
On my FAST test I will try....
A. My best!
B. To fail
C. To sleep
D. Cheating off the person next to me
A. My best!
Which point of view is used in the sentence below:
“Miles wondered if he would ever see his home again.”
Third person
What does the word "infamous" mean?
Famous for bad reasons
The ancient Egyptians built pyramids as tombs for their pharaohs. These massive structures were carefully designed and constructed using stone blocks. Today, pyramids are important historical landmarks that attract tourists.
What is the main idea?
A. Pyramids attract tourists
B. Egyptians used stone blocks
C. Pyramids were built as tombs and remain important today
D. Pharaohs were powerful rulers
C. Pyramids were built as tombs and remain important today