The Three Brothers
How is the narrator different from the other characters?
A. The narrator is not present on the stage.
B. The narrator speaks only to the audience.
C. The narrator acts out of the event of the play.
D. The narrator shares his feelings with the audience.
B The narrator speaks only to the audience.
What do the words in parentheses in the play tell the reader?
A. when the events of the play take place
B. which one of the characters is speaking
C. what the actors are doing or how they sound
D. in which act of the play the action takes place
C. what the actors are doing or how they sound
Here’s a sentence with a shade of meaning word and four answer choices for a similar question:
Sentence:
The car zoomed down the highway, speeding past the other vehicles.
Why does the author use "zoomed" instead of "moved" in the sentence above?
A. "Zoomed" shows the car was moving very quickly.
B. "Zoomed" suggests the car was moving slowly.
C. "Zoomed" means the car was moving in circles.
D. "Zoomed" shows the car was parked.
A. "Zoomed" shows the car was moving very quickly.
Read the sentence from Act 1, Scene 1.
But Tortoise was a dreamer and Hyena was often able to catch him by surprise.
Think about the suffix -er. What is the meaning of dreamer above?
A. one who dreams
B. has bigger dreams
C. dreams more often
D. one who has the most dreams
A. one who dreams
The Craft Fair
(1) My grandpa took me to a craft fair last weekend. (2) People were selling all kinds of crafts there. (3) We saw handmade chairs, jewelry, clothes, and more. (4) One man was showing how cloth is made from wool. (5) He had two sheep with him. (6) I petted them as I watched him work. (7) One woman had several quilt for sale. (8) Grandpa bought a quilt from her for Grandma. (9) It has lots of daisy on it. (10) Grandma loves her new quilt.
What change should be made in sentence 9?
A. Change daisy to daisys
B. Change daisy to daisies
C. Change daisy to daisyes
D. No change is needed.
B. Change daisy to daisies
Which characters will not let their brother help with chores? Choose TWO answers.
A. Narrator
B. Hans
C. Fritz
D. Kurt
E. Otto
B. Hans
C. Fritz
What is the main setting of the play?
A. Tortoise's home
B. a small dirt road
C. an African forest
D. the narrator's hut
C. an African forest
"She peeked around the corner, hoping no one would see her."
Why does the author use peeked instead of looked in the sentence above?
A. to show she was curious
B. to show she was cautious
C. to show she was angry
D. to show she was excited
B. to show she was cautious
Sentence:
If she practices every day, she will become a faster runner.
What is the meaning of "runner" in the sentence above?
A. A person who runs.
B. A thing that runs.
C. A place where running happens.
D. A tool used for running.
A. A person who runs.
Mud Pies
(1) I have a little sister and brother who are twins. (2) One day I was watching them while Dad did yard work. (3) Anna was making a mess in the mud. (4) She splashed mud on Andrew. (5) Andrew cried when he looked down and saw that their shirt was muddy. (6) I had an idea. (7) I started making mud pies like I did when I was their age. (8) Andrew stopped crying. (9) He was curious. (10) Anna was curious, too. (11) Soon he both joined me in making mud pies.
What change should be made in sentence 2?
A. Change them to him
B. Change them to her
C. Change them to they
D. No change is needed.
D. No change is needed
What is the theme of the play?
A. Brothers can never be friends.
B. The oldest people are the smartest.
C. Strength is more important than being smart.
D. The youngest people can have the best ideas.
D. The youngest people can have the best ideas.
Why does Tortoise give Hyena a dull coat in Act 1, Scene 3?
A. Tortoise is getting even with Hyena for tipping him over.
B. Tortoise is tired of making new coats for all the animals.
C. Hyena does not tell Tortoise what kind of coat he wants.
D. Hyena wants a coat that will show he is strong.
A. Tortoise is getting even with Hyena for tipping him over.
Read this sentence from Act 2, Scene 1.
The bird fluttered over to the window.
Why does the author use fluttered instead of flew in the sentence above?
A. to show the bird was large
B. to show the bird was scared
C. to show the bird was graceful
D. to show the bird was tired
C. to show the bird was graceful
Read the sentence from Act 2, Scene 2.
TI MALICE: Incorrect, my dear man.
Think about the prefix in-. What is the meaning of incorrect above?
A. not possible
B. depending
C. not right
D. truly
c. not right
The Craft Fair
(1) My grandpa took me to a craft fair last weekend. (2) People were selling all kinds of crafts there. (3) We saw handmade chairs, jewelry, clothes, and more. (4) One man was showing how cloth is made from wool. (5) He had two sheep with him. (6) I petted them as I watched him work. (7) One woman had several quilt for sale. (8) Grandpa bought a quilt from her for Grandma. (9) It has lots of daisy on it. (10) Grandma loves her new quilt.
Read sentence 7 from the paper.
One woman had several quilt for sale.
What is the correct way to write the underlined word?
A. quilts
B. quilt's
C. quiltes
D. quilties
A. quilts
What was the main conflict in this play?
A. The barn was too full of animals.
B. The father didn’t know which son should take over the farm.
C. The brothers didn't know what to fill the barn with.
D. The brothers needed help working around the farm.
B. The father didn't know which son should take over the farm.
A. Small animals are always trustworthy.
B. Treat others the way you want to be treated.
C. Understanding and forgiveness strengthen relationships.
D. Always protect others in your community.
B. Treat others the way you want to be treated.
The Mess in the Classroom
Characters: Jenna & Samuel
Scene: A classroom with papers scattered all over the floor. Samuel and Jenna are standing near the mess, looking at it.
Jenna:
(With arms crossed) Samuel, do you have any idea who made this mess? Look at all these papers on the floor!
Samuel:
(Shakes head) I’ve tried to think of a reason for it, but my mind is a blank page.
Jenna:(Sighs) That’s the third time this week! We can’t keep ignoring it.
Samuel:(Looks at the mess, confused) I just don’t understand. The papers weren't here earlier. How did they get like this?
Jenna: Maybe someone is just being careless.
Samuel: (Shakes head again) I don’t know. I don’t have any ideas about who is making the messes.
What do the words “my mind is a blank page” show about Samuel?
A. He does not think the papers on the floor are important.
B. He does not have any ideas about who is making the messes.
C. He cannot come up with an excuse to avoid cleaning up the mess.
D. He cannot stop thinking about the papers that have been knocked over.
B. He does not have any ideas about who is making the messes.
Think about the Latin root "aud." What is the meaning of the word "audio?"
A. to be able to see an object
B. to not be able to see an object
C. to hear
D. to not be able to hear
C. to hear
What is the correct way to write the sentence with quotations?
A.) "What time is school over," asked the tired teacher?
B.) "What time is school over," asked the tired teacher.
C.) "What time is school over?" asked the tired teacher.
C.) "What time is school over?" asked the tired teacher.
How was the problem solved?
A. The brothers filled the barn together.
B. Otto decided that nobody would run the farm.
C. The brothers agreed to run the farm together
D. Kurt took over the farm for Otto.
C. The brothers agreed to run the farm together.
Which character does NOT have dialogue in Scene 3?
A. Hyena
B. Narrator
C. Zebra
D. Giraffe
C. Zebra
Read the sentences from Act 1, Scene 2
(Tortoise enters. Zebra rushes over to him.)
Why does the author use rushes instead of walks in the sentences above?
A. to show that Zebra is careless
B. to show that Zebra is excited
C. to show that Zebra is afraid
D. to show that Zebra is late
B. to show that Zebra is excited
Read the sentence from Act 1 Scene 2.
NINA: Eagle, I’ve had enough of you ruling the trees. I think I would be a better ruler. Let’s settle it with a vine-pulling contest. If you win, I’ll find a new tree. If I win, I can eat in the trees in peace.
Think about the suffix -er. What is the meaning of ruler above?
A. something you measure with
B. one who has power over others
C. one who measures things
D. one who is awesome
B. one who has power over others
Cousin Frances
(1) Last week, my uncle called to give me some exciting news. (2) “You have a new cousin,” he said, “and her name is Frances.” (3) Usually, I am not that interested in babies, but Frances is different. (4) Her is my first cousin! (5) Before Frances was born, there were only two children in our family—my sister, Kayla, and me. (6) “I can’t wait to see Frances!” Kayla said. (7) Mom showed Kayla and me some pictures of our cousin. (8) Frances is very small, with dark hair and light eyes. (9) Kayla asked my mom when we will get to meet Frances in person. (10) My aunt and uncle live far away in Denver, but Mom says we will go visit them soon. (11) I am ready to go. (12) My suitcase is already packed.
What change should be made in sentence 4?
A. Change "Her" to "She."
B. Change "Her" to "Him."
C. Change "Her" to "Them."
D. No change is needed.
A. Change "Her" to "She."