Literary Elements
A hungry fox saw a crow holding cheese. The fox said, “You have the most beautiful voice in the forest!” The crow felt proud and began to sing. When she opened her beak, the cheese fell. The fox ran away with it.
What does the fox’s actions show about his character?
A. He is sneaky and uses tricks to get what he wants
B. He is afraid of the crow.
C. He is kind and helpful.
A. He is sneaky and uses tricks to get what he wants
Lily and Ava both wanted to use the same swing at recess. Instead of arguing, they decided to take turns so both could play.
What is the theme of the story?
A. Recess should be longer.
B. It's okay to make mistakes.
C. Sharing helps solve problems between friends.
C. Sharing helps solve problems between friends.
Old Wolf pricked up his ragged ears, for he was no longer quick enough to catch juicy mice and tender young geese. For many months, he had eaten only scraps-spoiled fish skins and bare bones found around the village-but now he thought he might trick the girl into giving him some real food.
...he had eaten only scraps-spoiled fish skins and bare bones...
Why does the author include this phrase?
A. to describe what food the girl has in her bag
B. to prove that Old Wolf will not trick the girl
C. to show that Old Wolf is hungry
C. to show that Old Wolf is hungry
"No, Grandmother, you misunderstand him."
Think about the prefix mis-. What is the meaning of misunderstand above?
A. are wrong about
B. admire
C. are familiar with
A. are wrong about
A fox told a hen to come closer so he could “protect” her. The hen felt unsure and stayed in her coop. The fox left without getting what he wanted.
Which event happens LAST in the story?
A. The fox speaks to the hen.
B. The fox leaves without success.
C. The fox tries to trick the hen.
B. The fox leaves without success.
A rabbit saw a turtle walking slowly with a bag of carrots. The rabbit said, “You are so slow! I can carry that bag faster for you.” The turtle agreed. The rabbit ran ahead and ate the carrots. Later, the turtle discovered the trick and took his time crossing the river safely while the rabbit struggled to find more food.
What is the theme of the story?
A. Trickery can lead to unfair actions and consequences.
B. Slow animals cannot win.
C. Carrots are the best food.
A. Trickery can lead to unfair actions and consequences.
Melodious figured she had to do something-better safe than sorry.
What is the meaning of the adage "better safe than sorry" in the story?
A. It is best to have help from other people whenever possible.
B. The best ideas often come to mind after the problem has passed.
C. Sometimes it is better to let things fail so that they can be completely fixed.
D. Being careful is better than just hoping things will work out all right.
D. Being careful is better than just hoping things will work out all right.
Read the sentence.
It wasn't two minutes before that collection of clouds started twisting and whirling toward the stage.
Think about the suffix -tion. What is the meaning of collection above?
A. an alarming event
B. a group of things
C. a quick movement
B. a group of things
Maria walked slowly through the dark forest. The wind blew loudly, and the trees creaked above her. She held her flashlight tightly because she felt nervous about what might be hiding ahead.
Which literary element is mainly described in this passage?
A. Characters
B. Setting
C. Theme
D. Problem
B. Setting
A hungry fox saw a crow sitting on a branch holding a piece of cheese. The fox wanted the cheese, so he said, “Crow, your feathers are so beautiful! You must have the sweetest voice in the forest.” The crow felt proud and began to sing. As soon as she opened her beak, the cheese fell. The fox quickly grabbed it and ran away.
What is the theme of the story?
A. Singing helps animals make friends.
B. Cheese is a fox’s favorite food.
C. Flattery can be used to trick others.
C. Flattery can be used to trick others.
Which sentence suggests that this will be an exciting story?
A. Just about everybody's heard of Paul Bunyan, Pecos Bill, and all those other fellows who settled this country.
B. But why hasn't anyone written about Melodious B?
C. I'm warning you though... this story just might take your breath away.
C. I'm warning you though... this story just might take your breath away.
The town sure missed her singing, but she was still her cheerful self.
Read the analogy.
Cheerful is to happy as beautiful is to_____.
A. sad
B. bold
C. pretty
D. thoughtful
C. pretty
Read the passage. Then answer the question.
10 Nura pointed politely at a cliff on the other side of the river.
11"That's a long walk for a two-legged creature," said Old Wolf.
12"Allow me to carry your bag for you!" "Not on your life," said Nura.
13"My mother warned me to watch out for your tricks."
14 "Well then, at least let me carry you across the river on my back so your boots don't get soaked."
What causes Nura to say no when Old Wolf offers to carry her bag?
A. She remembers her mother warned her against Old Wolf.
B. She fears Old Wolf will tear a hole in the bag.
C. She knows she is stronger than Old Wolf.
A. She remembers her mother warned her against Old Wolf.
One afternoon, Lina walked through the forest carrying food for her grandmother. Suddenly, she heard a weak voice behind a tree.“Little girl,” said an old wolf, “can you bring me my food?”Lina felt nervous because she knew wolves could trick people. She looked closely and saw the wolf was skinny and weak.“Are you trying to trick me?” she asked.The wolf sighed. “I wanted to, but I am very hungry. I haven’t eaten in days.” Feeling compassion, Lina shared some bread and fruit from her basket. The wolf thanked her kindly.
What is the theme of the story?
A. You should never talk to strangers.
B. It is important to be kind and help others who are in need.
C. Wolves are always dangerous animals.
B. It is important to be kind and help others who are in need.
Which sentences from the story use figurative language to show that the narrator had a pleasant voice?
Select TWO correct answers.
A. It was her sweet voice, though, that got people talking.
B. Yes, that girl's voice was smoother than melted butter on a warm roll.
C. The town sure missed her singing, but she was still her cheerful self.
D. Truth is, some say you can still hear Melodious today.
E. Some say she sounded like the wind rolling over a wheat field in autumп.
B and E
Read the sentence.
"Well then, at least let me carry you across the river on my back so your boots don't get soaked."
Read the analogy.
Soaked is to water as burned is to____
Which word best completes the analogy?
A. fire
B. land
C. trees
A. fire