Text Structure
The koala is one of Australia's most iconic marsupials. These tree-dwelling animals can weigh up to 30 pounds. Koalas are known for their love of eucalyptus leaves, which make up almost their entire diet. They spend most of their time sleeping in trees, often up to 20 hours a day. If you want to see a koala in its natural habitat, you'll need to visit the eastern and southern coasts of Australia.
How does the writer present the ideas in this paragraph?
A. Comparing and contrasting
B. Presenting a chronological sequence
C. Describing the koala
C. Describing the koala
The artist skillfully blended the colors to create a beautiful sunset. Think about the suffix "-ly".
What is the meaning of skillfully as it is used above?
A. In a manner showing a lack of skill
B. In a manner showing great skill
C. In a manner showing no emotion
D. In a manner showing great speed
B. In a manner showing great skill
Mrs. Thompson's class went on a field trip to the zoo. They saw many animals, including monkeys, lions, and elephants. The children were very excited to see the animals up close. They even got to feed the giraffes. After lunch, they watched a show about penguins.
Question: What is the central idea of this paragraph?
A) The children were excited about feeding the giraffes.
B) The class went on a trip to the zoo and saw many animals.
C) The penguins were the main attraction at the zoo.
D) Mrs. Thompson's class had lunch at the zoo.
B) The class went on a trip to the zoo and saw many animals.
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Which paragraph supports photograph 3?
Paragraph 3
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Identify the simile in this paragraph and then explain what it means.
We were as blind as a bat. It means that they couldn't see.
Many residents in the small town of Millbrook were concerned about the increasing amount of litter in their local park. Trash cans were overflowing, and people were leaving picnic waste behind. In response, the town council organized a community clean-up day and installed more garbage bins throughout the park. They also launched an awareness campaign about the importance of keeping public spaces clean. As a result, the park became much cleaner, and residents took more pride in maintaining it.
What is the text structure of this paragraph?
A. Problem and solution
B. Compare and Contrast
C. Sequence/Chronological Order
A. Problem and solution
The bird landed softly on the branch, barely making a sound. Think about the suffix "-ly."
What is the meaning of softly as it is used above?
A. Without excitement
B. In a quick way
C. In a gentle way
D. Without worry
C. In a gentle way
Every Saturday morning, Jake helps his grandpa in the garden. They plant colorful flowers and tasty vegetables. Jake waters the plants while his grandpa pulls out weeds. Sometimes, they see butterflies and bees visiting the flowers. Jake loves spending time with his grandpa and watching their garden grow.
Question: What is the central idea of this paragraph?
A) Jake only visits his grandpa on Saturdays.
B) Butterflies and bees are important for gardens.
C) Jake and his grandpa work together in the garden every week.
D) Watering plants is Jake's favorite activity.
C) Jake and his grandpa work together in the garden every week.
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Which paragraph supports photograph 1?
Paragraph 2
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Identify the simile in this paragraph and then explain what it means.
The judge examined the witness like a crow. This means that the judge was watching him closely.
The drought in California has had severe consequences for the state's agriculture industry. As rainfall levels dropped to record lows, farmers were forced to reduce their crop production significantly. This decrease in crop yields led to higher prices for fruits and vegetables in supermarkets across the country. Additionally, many farm workers lost their jobs as less labor was needed in the fields. The water shortage also caused several species of fish to become endangered as rivers and streams dried up. As a result of these environmental and economic impacts, the state government implemented strict water conservation measures for both residential and commercial use.
What is the text structure of this paragraph?
A. Problem and solution
B. Cause and effect
C. Compare and contrast
D. Sequence/Chronological order
B. Cause and effect
*A suffix is a word part added to the end of a base word that changes it’s meaning of the word
*Base Word: improve
John has made great _____________ at basketball!
A. improvely
B. improving
C. improvement
D. improved
C. improvement
The school playground was getting old and rusty. So, all the students decided to help make it better. They painted the swings with bright colors. Some kids planted flowers around the sandbox. Others helped clean up trash. Even the teachers joined in by fixing the broken seesaw. After a week of hard work, the playground looked brand new!
Question: What is the central idea of this paragraph?
Everyone worked together to improve the old playground.
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Paragraph 2
It was a chilly morning when Emma decided to go for a swim. She walked to the pool, feeling the cool breeze on her skin. As she dipped her toes into the water, she realized that the swimming pool is as cold as ice. She took a deep breath and dove in, feeling invigorated by the sudden chill.
What does the simile mean?
As she dipped her toes into the water, she realized that the swimming pool is as cold as ice.
It means that the pool was really cold like an ice cube.
In 2011, a Brazilian fisherman named João Pereira de Souza found an oil-covered Magellanic penguin on a beach near Rio de Janeiro. He cleaned the penguin, nursed him back to health, and named him Dindim. After Dindim recovered, João released him back into the wild, expecting never to see him again. However, to João's surprise, Dindim returned to visit him a few months later.
Since then, Dindim has made an annual journey of thousands of miles to spend about eight months of the year with João. The penguin arrives in June and leaves in February, presumably to breed off the coast of Argentina and Chile. When Dindim is with João, he follows him around, allows João to feed him sardines, and even lets him pick him up.
This unusual friendship has continued for over a decade, with Dindim's most recent visit occurring in 2023. Marine biologists are amazed by this behavior, as it's extremely rare for wild penguins to form such strong bonds with humans. João and Dindim's relationship has become a heartwarming example of interspecies friendship and has attracted attention from around the world.
What are two effects or Dindim living with João?
Two clear effects of Dindim living with João are:
Read the following sentence.
The kittens were unhappy when their toy mouse rolled under the couch.
Think about the prefix un-. What is the meaning of unhappy as it is used above?
A sad
B excited
C not glad
D not awake
C not glad
Max got a new puppy named Buddy for his birthday. Buddy was small and fluffy with floppy ears. Max learned that having a puppy is a big job. He had to feed Buddy, take him for walks, and teach him tricks. Sometimes Buddy chewed on shoes, but Max was patient. Soon, Buddy learned to sit and fetch. Max and Buddy became best friends.
Question: What is the central idea of this paragraph?
Max got a puppy and learned to take care of it.
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Paragraph 7
Lily loved her new jacket. She had just received it as a gift from her aunt. When she put it on, she couldn't stop smiling. My jacket is as fluffy as my dog, she thought, remembering how soft her dog's fur felt. She loved how the jacket's softness made her feel cozy and warm.
What does the simile mean?
My jacket is as fluffy as my dog.
It means the jacket is just as soft and fluffy as her dog's fur.
Buster, my big fluffy brown dog, was always full of energy. He loved to play fetch and run around, but our small backyard wasn't enough space for him. This made Buster sad and restless. To solve this problem, we started taking him to the park every day. Now, Buster can run as much as he wants! He chases balls, wags his tail happily, and even makes new doggy friends. When we get home, he's tired and content, cuddling with us on the couch while we watch movies. Buster is much happier now, and he still makes us laugh every day with his silly antics.
How does the writer present the ideas in this paragraph?
The writer presents the ideas by presenting a problem and its solution.
As soon as the bell rang, the students quickly gathered their books and left the classroom.
What is the meaning of "quickly" as it is used above?
A) Slowly
B) Happily
C) In a short amount of time
D) Loudly
C) In a short amount of time
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What is the central idea of page 49?
The central idea is that two animals (bears and dogs) have amazing smelling abilities.
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Paragraphs 5-6
My sister is a genius when it comes to solving puzzles and answering trivia questions. She can recall facts and figures with ease, making her a valuable asset in our family quiz nights. My sister is as smart as Google, always providing accurate answers and insights that leave everyone amazed. Whether it's history, science, or literature, she seems to have an endless supply of knowledge.
What does the simile mean?
My sister is as smart as Google.
It means her sister is just as intelligent and knowledgeable as Google.