Reading Analysis
The old wooden bridge creaked and swayed as Maria walked across it. The rushing water below made her heart beat faster. She gripped the railing tightly and took a deep breath before continuing her journey.
What can you infer about Maria's feelings based on text evidence?
A) Maria feels excited about crossing the bridge. B) Maria feels nervous or scared about crossing the bridge. C) Maria feels angry about having to cross the bridge. D) Maria feels bored by crossing the bridge.
B) Maria feels nervous or scared about crossing the bridge. Evidence includes "her heart beat faster," "gripped the railing tightly," and "took a deep breath."
Identify the correct use of commas in a series:
A) I packed sandwiches, apples chips, and water bottles for the hike.
B) I packed sandwiches apples, chips and water bottles for the hike.
C) I packed sandwiches, apples, chips, and water bottles for the hike.
D) I packed, sandwiches, apples, chips, and water bottles for the hike.
C) I packed sandwiches, apples, chips, and water bottles for the hike.
Which sentence is the strongest topic sentence for a paragraph about recycling?
A) Recycling is a thing people do.
B) Recycling helps protect our environment in several important ways.
C) I think recycling is good.
D) There are recycling bins at our school.
B) Recycling helps protect our environment in several important ways.
Which text feature would be most helpful for finding the definition of "photosynthesis" in a science textbook?
A) Table of contents
B) Index
C) Glossary
D) Caption
C) Glossary
Which source would be most reliable for a research project about space exploration?
A) A science fiction movie about astronauts
B) A website ending in .edu from a university astronomy department
C) A blog post about alien conspiracies
D) A social media post about planets
B) A website ending in .edu from a university astronomy department
Maya's heart raced as she climbed the steps to the high dive. The swimming pool looked tiny from up high. Her legs felt like jelly. "You can do it!" her friends called from below.
How does Maya feel about diving, and what text evidence supports your answer?
A) Maya feels excited and confident about diving.
B) Maya feels angry about being forced to dive.
C) Maya feels nervous or scared about diving.
D) Maya feels indifferent about diving.
C) Maya feels nervous or scared.
Which sentence correctly uses quotation marks for dialogue?
A) "Where did you put my backpack"? asked Tim.
B) "I think it's in the closet," replied his sister.
C) "We need to leave soon she said, or we'll be late." D) "Remember to bring your lunch" his mother reminded him.
B) "I think it's in the closet," replied his sister.
Which is the strongest topic sentence for a paragraph about saving energy at school?
A) Energy is important for everyone.
B) Schools use a lot of electricity every day.
C) Students can help reduce energy waste through simple actions in the classroom.
D) Turning off lights is a good idea.
C) Students can help reduce energy waste through simple actions in the classroom.
Read this passage: Alligators and crocodiles look similar, but they have many differences. Alligators have U-shaped snouts, while crocodiles have V-shaped snouts. Alligators usually live in freshwater, whereas crocodiles can live in both freshwater and saltwater. Additionally, alligators are typically less aggressive than crocodiles.
Which text structure is being used in this passage?
A) Chronological order B) Problem and solution C) Cause and effect D) Compare and contrast
D) Compare and contrast
Which statement is a fact that could be verified through research?
A) Summer is the most fun season of the year.
B) Blue is the prettiest color.
C) Earth is the third planet from the Sun.
D) Pizza is the best food for lunch.
C) Earth is the third planet from the Sun.
Wolves hunt in packs, working together to take down prey much larger than themselves. They communicate through a series of howls, barks, and body postures. The alpha wolf leads the pack, making decisions about hunting and territory. Unlike solitary hunters like bears, wolves depend on teamwork for survival.
What is the main idea of this passage?
A) Wolves are dangerous predators that should be avoided.
B) Wolves are social animals that rely on teamwork and communication.
C) Wolves and bears are natural enemies in the wild. D) The alpha wolf is the most important member of the pack.
B) Wolves are social animals that rely on teamwork and communication.
Which sentence has correct punctuation for dialogue? A) "Where are you going" asked Tom.
B) "Where are you going?" Asked Tom.
C) "Where are you going?" asked Tom.
D) "Where are you going"? asked Tom.
C) "Where are you going?" asked Tom.
Read this paragraph: Riding a bike is fun. It's also good exercise. Bikes don't pollute the air like cars do. More people should ride bikes.
Which transition word would be most appropriate before "It's also good exercise"?
A) However
B) Additionally
C) Therefore
D) Instead
B) Additionally
Which text structure would be most effective for explaining how to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich?
A) Chronological order/sequence
B) Cause and effect
C) Problem and solution
D) Compare and contrast
A) Chronological order/sequence
Which research question would require consulting multiple sources and synthesizing information?
A) When was the Declaration of Independence signed? B) Who was the first U.S. President?
C) How did transportation technology change American society in the 19th century?
D) What is the capital of Pennsylvania?
C) How did transportation technology change American society in the 19th century?
Question: Read the two passages:
Passage A: Alexander stared at the test paper, his pencil frozen above the first question. The clock ticked loudly as sweat formed on his forehead. Other students were already on the second page.
Passage B: Alexander completed his test with confidence. He had studied for hours and knew the material well. When he handed in his paper, he smiled at the teacher.
How do the two passages present different perspectives on Alexander's experience with tests?
A) Passage A shows Alexander feeling anxious while Passage B shows him feeling confident.
B) Passage A shows Alexander working quickly while Passage B shows him working slowly.
C) Passage A shows Alexander enjoying the test while Passage B shows him disliking it.
D) Both passages show Alexander performing well on his test.
A) Passage A shows Alexander feeling anxious while Passage B shows him feeling confident.
Read this text: our class visited the science museum yesterday we saw dinosaur bones planets and robots the planets exhibit was my favorite part
How many specific changes would make this text grammatically correct?
A) Three changes B) Four changes C) Five changes D) Six changes
C) Five changes
Capitalize "Our" at the beginning
Add period after "yesterday"
Capitalize "We" after the period
Add commas after "bones" and "planets"
Add period at the end of the sentence
Read this paragraph: I think dogs are better pets than cats because they are more fun. Dogs are so great. Cats are kind of boring. Dogs can play fetch. Dogs are better because they are more loyal.
How many specific ways could this paragraph be improved in terms of organization and development?
A) One way
B) Two ways
C) Three ways
D) Four ways
C) Three ways
Group related ideas together
Add specific examples to support claims
Use more varied sentence structure and transitions
Read this passage: Hurricanes can cause serious damage to coastal communities. Strong winds can tear off roofs and knock down power lines. Heavy rain can lead to flooding. Storm surges can destroy homes near the shore. Therefore, it's important for people to evacuate when officials issue hurricane warnings.
What text structure is used in this passage?
A) Chronological order
B) Problem and solution
C) Cause and effect
D) Compare and contrast
C) Cause and effect
The American bald eagle was once endangered, with only 417 nesting pairs in 1963. Thanks to conservation efforts and banning certain pesticides, their population has now grown to over 9,700 nesting pairs. Today, they are no longer considered endangered.
If you wanted to verify the information in this passage, what would be the most reliable source to consult?
A) A wildlife magazine article
B) A social media post from a bird watcher
C) A report from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
D) A nature documentary
C) A report from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Passage 1: Sharks are fish with skeletons made of cartilage instead of bone. They have existed for over 400 million years, even before dinosaurs!
Passage 2: Many people are afraid of sharks, but most sharks are not dangerous to humans. Out of more than 500 shark species, only about 12 have ever attacked humans.
What is the main purpose of each passage, and how do they work together?
A) Both passages warn about the dangers of sharks.
B) Passage 1 describes shark biology while Passage 2 corrects misconceptions about shark behavior.
C) Passage 1 explains why sharks attack while Passage 2 provides statistics on attacks.
D) Both passages argue that sharks should be protected as endangered species.
B) Passage 1 describes shark biology while Passage 2 corrects misconceptions about shark behavior.
Read this passage: The students worked on they're science project. Its going to be about how plants grow in different soils. They placed the seeds in the soil and left them in a sunny spot. The teacher told them, "your projects will be judged next week."
How many pronoun errors are in this passage?
A) One error
B) Two errors
C) Three errors
D) Four errors
C) Three errors
"they're" should be "their"
"Its" should be "It's"
"your" in the quote should be "Your"
How do headings, subheadings, and bold text help readers navigate and understand nonfiction texts?
A) They make the text more entertaining and fun to read.
B) They organize information into logical sections and highlight important concepts.
C) They make the text longer so readers feel like they are learning more.
D) They add decoration to otherwise boring nonfiction texts.
B) They organize information into logical sections and highlight important concepts.
How do headings, subheadings, and bold text help readers navigate and understand nonfiction texts?
A) They make the text more entertaining and fun to read.
B) They organize information into logical sections and highlight important concepts.
C) They make the text longer so readers feel like they are learning more.
D) They add decoration to otherwise boring nonfiction texts.
B) They organize information into logical sections and highlight important concepts.
What is the difference between a primary and secondary source when conducting research?
A) Primary sources are more accurate than secondary sources.
B) Primary sources are firsthand accounts while secondary sources interpret or analyze primary sources.
C) Primary sources are found in books while secondary sources are found online.
D) Primary sources are shorter and easier to read than secondary sources.
B) Primary sources are firsthand accounts while secondary sources interpret or analyze primary sources.