Reading Comprehension
What inference can you make about why the fox stopped and listened?
A) The fox was tired and needed to rest
B) The fox was being cautious and wanted to avoid danger from predators
C) The fox heard another fox calling to him
D) The fox was lost and trying to find his way
B) The fox was being cautious and wanted to avoid danger from predators.
Read the sentence: "The squirrel quickly gathered nuts and buried them under the oak tree." Which word in this sentence is an adverb, and what does it modify?
A) "squirrel" - modifies "gathered"
B) "quickly" - modifies "gathered"
C) "nuts" - modifies "gathered"
D) "oak" - modifies "tree"
B) "quickly" - modifies "gathered."
When researching animals in the rainforest, which would be the most reliable source of information?
A) A blog post titled "My Trip to the Amazon"
B) A post on social media about rainforest animals
C) An article from National Geographic about rainforest ecosystems
D) A fictional story about animals in the rainforest
C) An article from National Geographic about rainforest ecosystems
In the sentence "The enormous elephant couldn't fit through the doorway," what does the word "enormous" mean, and what context clues help you determine its meaning?
A) Loud; context clue: "elephant" suggests it makes noise
B) Gray; context clue: elephants are typically gray
C) Very large in size; context clue: "couldn't fit through the doorway"
D) Heavy; context clue: elephants weigh a lot
C) Very large in size; context clue: "couldn't fit through the doorway."
First, add two cups of flour to the bowl. Next, mix in one teaspoon of salt. Then, stir in one cup of water. Finally, knead the dough for five minutes before baking.
Question: What text structure is used in this passage, and what words signal this structure?
A) Compare/contrast; signal words: "although," "however," "similarly"
B) Cause/effect; signal words: "because," "therefore," "as a result"
C) Sequence/chronological order; signal words: "First," "Next," "Then," "Finally"
D) Problem/solution; signal words: "problem," "challenge," "solution"
C) Sequence/chronological order; signal words: "First," "Next," "Then," "Finally."
Sam and Maya went to the beach on Saturday. They built sand castles and collected seashells. Maya found a special blue shell that she kept in her pocket. Although they had to leave when dark clouds appeared, they still considered it a perfect day.
How did the author's word choice in the last sentence affect the tone of the passage?
A) It created a sad tone because their day was cut short
B) It created an angry tone because they had to leave
C) It showed that despite the weather turning bad, the characters maintained a positive attitude, creating an optimistic tone
D) It showed the characters were confused about the weath
C) It showed that despite the weather turning bad, the characters maintained a positive attitude, creating an optimistic tone.
Identify three specific grammar and punctuation errors in this text and explain how to correct each one.
A) 1) Missing capitalization of "planets" 2) Missing period after "robots" 3) Missing quotation marks around "planets exhibit"
B) 1) Missing capitalization of "our" - should be "Our" 2) Missing period after "yesterday" - should be "yesterday." 3) Missing comma after "bones" - should be "bones,"
C) 1) Missing capitalization of "our" 2) Missing exclamation point after "robots" 3) Missing hyphen in "science-museum"
D) 1) Missing quotation marks around "science museum" 2) Missing capitalization of "dinosaur" 3) Missing apostrophe in "was"
B) 1) Missing capitalization of "our" - should be "Our" 2) Missing period after "yesterday" - should be "yesterday." 3) Missing comma after "bones" - should be "bones,"
Dear Principal Smith,
I think our school should have longer recess. First, exercise is good for kids. Also, playing outside helps us focus better in class. Finally, we learn to make friends during recess.
Your student, Jamie
What specific evidence should Jamie add to strengthen the argument about exercise being good for kids?
A) A quote from a fellow student saying recess is fun
B) A description of favorite playground games
C) A story about a time Jamie had fun at recess
D) Studies showing that children who exercise for at least 30 minutes daily have better concentration and higher test scores
D) Studies showing that children who exercise for at least 30 minutes daily have better concentration and higher test scores.
Which word has a prefix that means "not"?
A) Remake
B) Unhappy
C) Pretest
D) Postcard
B) Unhappy (the prefix "un-" means "not").
The wolf huffed and puffed and tried to blow down the brick house, but it was too strong. The three little pigs laughed inside, knowing they were safe at last.
Question: What is the conflict in this story, and how is it resolved?
A) The conflict is between the pigs (they are arguing); it's resolved when they all hide in the brick house
B) The conflict is between the wolf (antagonist) and the pigs (protagonists); it's resolved when the brick house proves too strong for the wolf to blow down
C) The conflict is that the house might fall down; it's resolved when it stays standing
D) There is no conflict in this story; it's just describing a scene
B) The conflict is between the wolf (antagonist) and the pigs (protagonists); it's resolved when the brick house proves too strong for the wolf to blow down.
Ladybugs are small insects with bright red or orange wings and black spots. Many farmers like ladybugs because they eat tiny bugs that harm plants. A ladybug can eat up to 50 harmful insects each day! Farmers sometimes purchase thousands of ladybugs to release in their fields as a natural way to protect their crops.
What conclusion can you draw about pest control methods based on this passage, and what evidence supports your answer?
A) Chemical pesticides are better than natural methods; evidence: none provided in the passage
B) Ladybugs can be used as a natural alternative to chemical pesticides; evidence: "Farmers sometimes purchase thousands of ladybugs to release in their fields as a natural way to protect their crops."
C) Ladybugs are only effective in small gardens; evidence: "A ladybug can eat up to 50 harmful insects each day."
D) All farmers use ladybugs; evidence: "Many farmers like ladybugs"
B) Ladybugs can be used as a natural alternative to chemical pesticides; evidence: "Farmers sometimes purchase thousands of ladybugs to release in their fields as a natural way to protect their crops."
Which sentence correctly uses the pronoun in parentheses?
A) Sarah and (me/I) went to the library.
B) Please give the book to (she/her).
C) The teacher asked (us/we) to read quietly.
D) (Him/He) and Carlos worked on the project.
A) Sarah and I went to the library. B) Please give the book to her. C) The teacher asked us to read quietly. D) He and Carlos worked on the project.
What is the most effective way to organize a comparison-contrast essay about two different animals?
A) Describe one animal completely, then describe the second animal completely
B) Alternate between the two animals, comparing specific features one at a time
C) Explain why one animal is better than the other
D) List facts about both animals in random order
B) Alternate between the two animals, comparing specific features one at a time
What is the meaning of the root word "port" in the words "transport," "export," and "import"?
A) To fly
B) To carry or move
C) To sell
D) To build
B) To carry or move.
"I'll help you find your lost puppy," said Emma. "We can make signs and ask the neighbors if they've seen him." "That's a great idea," replied Jamal. "I've been so worried about Spot."
Question: How does the dialogue in this passage develop the characters?
A) It shows that Emma dislikes dogs but is pretending to help
B) It reveals that Jamal is angry about losing his puppy
C) It shows that Emma is thoughtful and helpful, offering a practical solution, and that Jamal is concerned about his pet and appreciative of Emma's help
D) It doesn't develop the characters at all
C) It shows that Emma is thoughtful and helpful, offering a practical solution, and that Jamal is concerned about his pet and appreciative of Emma's help.
Otters are playful animals that live near rivers and lakes. They use their strong tails to swim and their sharp claws to catch fish. Otters also use rocks to crack open shells to find food. They hold these rocks on their stomachs while floating on their backs. Some otters keep a favorite rock, carrying it in the loose skin under their arms.
Based on details in the passage, what do otters' physical adaptations suggest about their lifestyle?
A) Otters are land animals that occasionally swim
B) Otters are primarily nocturnal hunters
C) Otters' physical adaptations suggest they are well-adapted for both swimming and tool use, allowing them to thrive in their aquatic environment
D) Otters are closely related to bears
C) Otters' physical adaptations suggest they are well-adapted for both swimming and tool use, allowing them to thrive in their aquatic environment.
Which sentence contains a metaphor, and what does it mean?
A) The wind howled like a wolf in the night.
B) The stars are diamonds in the sky.
C) The snow fell softly on the ground.
D) The cat is as sneaky as a fox.
B) The stars are diamonds in the sky. This metaphor directly compares stars to diamonds, suggesting they are bright, valuable, and sparkle against the dark sky.
Which of these statements represents a fact that could be verified through research rather than an opinion?
A) Dogs make better pets than cats because they're more loyal.
B) The Harry Potter books are more exciting than The Chronicles of Narnia.
C) Tropical rainforests receive an average of 60 to 160 inches of rainfall per year.
D) Chocolate ice cream is the most delicious flavor.
C) Tropical rainforests receive an average of 60 to 160 inches of rainfall per year.
"After the storm, we assessed the damage to our roof." Based on context, what does the word "assessed" most likely mean?
A) Fixed
B) Evaluated
C) Caused
D) Predicted
B) Evaluated
The rain fell in sheets, forming rivers on the sidewalks. Thunder crashed overhead like an angry giant stomping his feet. The lightning transformed the night sky into day for brief, electric moments.
Question: Identify two examples of figurative language in this passage and explain how they contribute to the mood.
A) 1) "The rain fell in sheets" - simile 2) "The lightning transformed" - personification
B) 1) "Thunder crashed overhead like an angry giant stomping his feet" - simile 2) "The rain fell in sheets, forming rivers on the sidewalks" - metaphor/personification; these create an intense, dramatic mood
C) 1) "The night sky" - metaphor 2) "Electric moments" - simile
D) 1) "Forming rivers" - alliteration 2) "Brief, electric moments" - onomatopoeia
B) 1) "Thunder crashed overhead like an angry giant stomping his feet" - simile 2) "The rain fell in sheets, forming rivers on the sidewalks" - metaphor/personification; these create an intense, dramatic mood.
The old oak tree stood in the middle of the park. In spring, birds built nests in its branches. During summer, children played in its cool shade. In fall, it dropped colorful leaves that crackled beneath feet. Even in winter, when its branches were bare, squirrels found shelter in its trunk. The tree had been there for generations, witnessing the changes in the neighborhood around it.
What is the theme of this passage, and what textual evidence supports this theme?
A) Trees are important for animals; evidence: "birds built nests in its branches"
B) Nature provides value and continuity throughout changing seasons and generations; evidence: how the tree serves different purposes in each season and has "been there for generations, witnessing the changes in the neighborhood around it"
C) Winter is the hardest season for trees; evidence: "when its branches were bare"
D) Parks are good places for trees; evidence: "The old oak tree stood in the middle of the park"
B) Nature provides value and continuity throughout changing seasons and generations; evidence: how the tree serves different purposes in each season and has "been there for generations, witnessing the changes in the neighborhood around it."
Read these sentences:
Which is the best way to combine these sentences to show that finishing homework was necessary before going to the movies?
A) Maria finished her homework, and she could go to the movies with her friends.
B) Maria finished her homework, so she could go to the movies with her friends.
C) Maria finished her homework, but she could go to the movies with her friends.
D) Maria finished her homework; however, she could go to the movies with her friends.
B) Maria finished her homework, so she could go to the movies with her friends.
Today was the best day ever! We went to the amazing water park. The slides were super fun and the wave pool was awesome. Everyone should go there because it's perfect!
This paragraph lacks specific details and contains vague language. Identify three specific ways the writer could revise this paragraph to make it more informative and persuasive.
A) 1) Add more exclamation points 2) Make the paragraph longer 3) Add more adjectives like "super" and "amazing"
B) 1) Add specific details about slide heights or names 2) Include sensory details about the experience 3) Replace vague words like "amazing" and "awesome" with specific descriptions
C) 1) Add the name of the water park 2) Say how much tickets cost 3) Tell exactly how many slides there were
D) 1) Explain why it was the "best day ever" 2) Describe the weather 3) Tell what food was available
B) 1) Add specific details about slide heights or names 2) Include sensory details about the experience 3) Replace vague words like "amazing" and "awesome" with specific descriptions.
What is the figurative meaning of the idiom "to be in hot water"?
A) To take a hot bath
B) To be in trouble
C) To be uncomfortable on a hot day
D) To cook something
B) To be in trouble
How does the point of view affect how a story is told?
A) First-person narration allows readers to experience the thoughts and feelings of the narrator but limits what readers know about other characters.
B) Third-person omniscient narration allows readers to know the thoughts and feelings of all characters.
C) Third-person limited narration focuses on one character's perspective but is told by an outside narrator.
D) All of the above.
D) All of the above.