Context Clues
Read the sentence:
My mama cooks a massive meal before all of our family comes over for dinner. We have 5 pies for dessert!
What does the word massive mean in this sentence?
Teacher
Suffix: er
What is the main idea?
Read the paragraph below.
I have quite an exciting job that allows me to work with lots of exotic animals. I work hard from the early morning to the end of the day because a lot of critters depend on me. I am in charge of feeding animals, cleaning habitats, and making sure all the animals are happy and healthy.
Make an inference: What is this person's job?
After a long day at school and basketball practice, I get in my bed and take a nice long slumber.
What does the word slumber mean?
Unhappy
Give a definition of the word.
Root word: happy
Defintion: Not happy
Read the paragraph below.
Rafi walks back to class with his new book. He is so excited to read it! Ms. Lula was super helpful and checked it out for Rafi.
Make an inference: Where was Rafi?
My brother bought me milk, but I can't drink milk because it makes me sick. So, I went to the store and got an alternative drink. I bought apple juice instead.
What does the word alternative mean?
Preplan
Give a definition of the word.
Root Word: Plan
Defintion: Plan before
Read the passage and find the main idea:
I have a dog named Boots. I taught him lots of tricks. When I tell him to, Boots will sit or lie down. He can also wave his paw to greet people. When I say, “Dance, Boots”, he will stand up on two legs and walk. I don't know of many dogs that can do such amazing tricks.
Read the paragraph.
Hudson hurried out of the house so he wasn't late for work. He wore overalls and carried a toolbox with wrenches in it. He hopped in his truck and drove off. The sign on his truck said, “Pipe Masters.”
Make a conclusion: What do you know about Hudson?
The driver halted at the stop sign. Then, they started driving again.
What does the word halted mean?
Excitedly
Use the word in a sentence.
Root word: Excited
Example: I excitedly walked to the ice cream store.
Read the text and find a key detail:
Peter's parents bought a new carpet for the living room. Now, he has to take his shoes off when he enters the house. He's also not allowed to eat or drink in the living room any more. Peter's furry dog isn't allowed to play ball in there either. When his parents got the new carpet, there were lots of new rules.
Peter's dog isn't allowed to play ball anymore.
Peter can't eat or drink in the living room.
Read the paragraph below.
Everett held his father's hand as he crossed the busy parking lot. They walked into a grocery store. Everett's dad lifted him into the seat of the shopping cart. “Here,” said dad, “You can hold my shopping list.”
What can you infer about Everett?
Black widow spiders reside in North America.
What does reside mean?
Beautiful
Extra credit: Tell what the suffix or prefix means.
Suffix: ful, which means full of
Read the passage and find the main idea:
Yesterday was my birthday. When I woke up, I noticed my brother Todd hung up a big sign that said, “Happy Birthday, Joey!” Mom made spaghetti for dinner. It's my favorite food in the whole world. My friend Dave came over and handed me a wrapped gift. I wondered what it was. It was a new basketball! I had a great day.
Read the paragraph below.
Jam watched as her new next-door neighbors moved in. She observed a tall man carrying a bicycle and a kayak into the garage. She also saw a young woman carrying a surfboard through the front door.
What is a conclusion you have about Jam's new neighbors?
1. Practice the test online.
2. Eat a healthy breakfast.
3. Sleep well the night before.
4. Take to your family's about doing your best!