Central Message
Lena rushed out the door for school but forgot her lunchbox on the kitchen counter. At lunchtime, she sat quietly, unsure what to do. Her friend Maya noticed and said, “You can share my lunch with me!” Maya gave Lena half of her sandwich, an apple slice, and some crackers. Lena was grateful and promised to remember her lunch next time.
A. Always bring your lunch to school.
B. Apples are good for lunch.
C. Friends help each other in times of need.
D. Never forget your sandwich.
C. Friends help each other in times of need.
In the spring, Lily and her dad decided to plant a vegetable garden. First, they picked a sunny spot in the backyard. Then, they dug up the soil and pulled out the weeds. Next, they planted seeds for carrots, lettuce, and tomatoes. After that, they watered the soil carefully. Over the next few weeks, they watched the plants grow bigger each day.
What was the first thing Lily and her dad did to start their garden?
A. Watered the soil
B. Dug up the soil
C. Picked a sunny spot
D. Watched the plants grow
C. Picked a sunny spot
Passage 1: All About Wolves
Wolves are wild animals that live in forests and mountains. They travel in groups called packs. A pack usually includes a mother, a father, and their pups. Wolves work together to hunt and care for each other. They mostly eat deer, rabbits, and other small animals. Wolves use howls to talk to other wolves in their pack.
Passage 2: All About Foxes
Foxes are wild animals that live in forests, grasslands, and even near cities. They usually live alone, not in groups. Foxes are very quiet and like to sneak around. They eat a variety of foods, like mice, berries, and insects. Foxes use their tails for balance and to stay warm.
How are wolves and foxes similar?
A. They both live near people.
B. They both use howls to talk.
C. They are both wild animals that live in forests.
D. They both live in packs.
C. They are both wild animals that live in forests.
Lila looked out the window and saw dark clouds rolling in. She sighed and put her sunglasses back in the drawer. Then, she grabbed her raincoat and boots before heading outside.
Why did Lila put her sunglasses away?
A. She wanted to wear her raincoat.
B. She was going to the beach.
C. It was getting cloudy and rainy.
D. She didn’t like sunglasses.
C. It was getting cloudy and rainy.
Lena went fishing with Grandpa.
She felt a pull on her line.
“I got one!” she said.
She caught a big fish.
“Nice catch!” said Grandpa.
Then they packed their things and went home.
What does the word “catch” mean in this sentence?
"Nice catch!” said Grandpa.
A. A trap
B. Something caught while fishing
C. A throw in baseball
D. A trick
B. Something caught while fishing
Bees work hard every day. They fly from flower to flower, collecting nectar. They use the nectar to make honey. Bees also help flowers grow by spreading pollen. Without bees, many plants wouldn’t grow properly. Bees may be small, but they are very important to nature.
A. Bees fly from flower to flower.
B. Bees may be small, but they are very important to nature.
C. Bees make buzzing sounds when they fly.
D. Bees are scared of people.
B. Bees may be small, but they are very important to nature.
First, get two slices of bread and place them on a plate. Then, use a knife to spread peanut butter on one slice. After that, spread jelly on the other slice of bread if you like. Next, press the two slices together with the peanut butter and jelly sides facing each other. Finally, cut the sandwich in half if you want to, and enjoy your snack!
What is the last step in making the sandwich?
A. Spread jelly on the bread.
B. Cut the sandwich in half.
C. Get two slices of bread.
D. Spread peanut butter on the bread.
B. Cut the sandwich in half.
Passage 1: All About Wolves
Wolves are wild animals that live in forests and mountains. They travel in groups called packs. A pack usually includes a mother, a father, and their pups. Wolves work together to hunt and care for each other. They mostly eat deer, rabbits, and other small animals. Wolves use howls to talk to other wolves in their pack.
Passage 2: All About Foxes
Foxes are wild animals that live in forests, grasslands, and even near cities. They usually live alone, not in groups. Foxes are very quiet and like to sneak around. They eat a variety of foods, like mice, berries, and insects. Foxes use their tails for balance and to stay warm.
How are wolves and foxes different?
A. Wolves eat insects, but foxes don’t.
B. Foxes live in groups, but wolves live alone.
C. Wolves use their tails for balance, but foxes don’t.
D. Wolves live in packs, but foxes usually live alone.
D. Wolves live in packs, but foxes usually live alone.
Marcus ran into the kitchen, breathing hard. His cheeks were red, and his hair was messy. He smiled as he held up a crumpled paper with a big red “A+” at the top.
How do you think Marcus feels?
A. Angry and upset
B. Nervous and scared
C. Happy and proud
D. Bored and tired
C. Happy and proud
Jenna saw a bat flying at night.
It swooped and spun in the air.
Later, she played baseball with her brother.
She picked up her bat and hit the ball far!
What does “bat” mean in this sentence?
"She picked up her bat and hit the ball far!"
A. A flying animal
B. A toy
C. A glove
D. A stick used in baseball
D. A stick used in baseball
Liam was flying his kite on a windy day when it suddenly snapped and fell to the ground. He felt upset and wanted to quit. But instead, he picked it up, fixed the string, and tried again. This time, the kite flew even higher.
A. Always bring a strong string for your kite.
B. Don’t fly kites on windy days.
C. Fixing things can be fun.
D. When something goes wrong, try again.
D. When something goes wrong, try again.
Jake wanted a new book to read. After breakfast, he asked his mom if they could go to the library. She agreed, and they drove there together. At the library, Jake looked through the shelves and found a book about space. He checked it out at the front desk, and then they went home.
What did Jake do after he found a book about space?
A. He asked his mom to go to the library.
B. He checked out the book at the front desk.
C. He read the book in the library.
D. He had breakfast.
B. He checked out the book at the front desk.
Passage 1: All About Wolves
Wolves are wild animals that live in forests and mountains. They travel in groups called packs. A pack usually includes a mother, a father, and their pups. Wolves work together to hunt and care for each other. They mostly eat deer, rabbits, and other small animals. Wolves use howls to talk to other wolves in their pack.
Passage 2: All About Foxes
Foxes are wild animals that live in forests, grasslands, and even near cities. They usually live alone, not in groups. Foxes are very quiet and like to sneak around. They eat a variety of foods, like mice, berries, and insects. Foxes use their tails for balance and to stay warm.
Which animal uses sound to communicate?
A. Fox
B. Wolf
C. Both
D. Neither
B. Wolf
Noah licked his lips as the smell of warm cookies filled the kitchen. He peeked over the counter but didn’t see anyone. Quickly, he reached up and grabbed one, then tiptoed out of the room.
Why did Noah tiptoe out of the kitchen?
A. He was pretending to be quiet.
B. He didn’t want anyone to know he took a cookie.
C. He was playing a game.
D. He didn’t want to wake someone up.
B. He didn’t want anyone to know he took a cookie.
Sara woke up early.
She saw a bright light coming through her window.
She smiled. It was a sunny day!
Later, her backpack felt light because she didn’t have much homework.
What does “light” mean in this sentence?
"She saw a bright light coming through her window."
A. Not heavy
B. A glow or brightness
C. A snack
D. A sound
B. A glow or brightness
It was the first snow of winter. Malik and his little sister Layla ran outside to play. They built a snowman, threw snowballs, and laughed together. Then Layla tripped and fell. Malik helped her up, brushed off the snow, and gave her his scarf. “Thanks,” Layla said with a smile. Malik was glad to help. He knew that being kind was more fun than anything else.
A. Sharing makes winter more fun.
B. Playing in the snow can be dangerous.
C. Snowmen are easy to build.
D. Being kind to others is important.
D. Being kind to others is important.
One morning, Sam was getting ready for school when he noticed that one of his shoes was missing. He looked under the bed but didn’t find it. Then, he searched in the living room and behind the couch. Still no shoe! Finally, Sam checked the closet. There it was—his missing shoe! He quickly put it on and ran to catch the school bus.
Which list shows what Sam did in the correct order?
A. Checked the closet → Looked under the bed → Ran to the bus
B. Looked under the bed → Checked the closet → Looked in the living room
C. Looked under the bed → Searched the living room → Checked the closet → Ran to the bus
D. Searched the living room → Looked under the bed → Ran to the bus
C. Looked under the bed → Searched the living room → Checked the closet → Ran to the bus
Passage 1: All About Wolves
Wolves are wild animals that live in forests and mountains. They travel in groups called packs. A pack usually includes a mother, a father, and their pups. Wolves work together to hunt and care for each other. They mostly eat deer, rabbits, and other small animals. Wolves use howls to talk to other wolves in their pack.
Passage 2: All About Foxes
Foxes are wild animals that live in forests, grasslands, and even near cities. They usually live alone, not in groups. Foxes are very quiet and like to sneak around. They eat a variety of foods, like mice, berries, and insects. Foxes use their tails for balance and to stay warm.
Which detail is only true about foxes?
A. They live in forests.
B. They hunt small animals.
C. They use their tails for balance and warmth.
D. They live in packs.
C. They use their tails for balance and warmth.
Samantha was sitting on the bench, tying her shoes tightly. She looked at the starting line and took a deep breath. All around her, kids were stretching and jogging in place.
Why did Samantha take a deep breath?
A. She was bored.
B. She was tired.
C. She was nervous or trying to stay calm.
D. She was catching her breath after the race.
C. She was nervous or trying to stay calm.
Max walked through the woods with his dog.
Suddenly, Max heard a loud bark.
“Did you hear that?” he asked.
His dog barked, too!
Max laughed when he saw the tree.
“That tree has rough bark,” he said.
What helps you know what kind of “bark” Max talks about in the last line?
A. The word “tree”
B. The word “dog”
C. The word “laughed”
D. The word “woods”
A. The word “tree”
Every year, the school held a race. Jada ran fast, so she always won. This time, a new student named Miles joined. He ran slowly and carefully. At the end, he didn’t win—but he didn’t give up either. Jada cheered for him and said, “You kept going even when it was hard. That’s what matters.”
A. Always run fast to win.
B. It's okay to be slow if you don’t stop trying.
C. New students should not race.
D. Jada always wins races.
B. It's okay to be slow if you don’t stop trying.
On Saturday afternoon, Mia decided to bake chocolate chip cookies. First, she gathered all the ingredients from the pantry. Then, she mixed the flour, sugar, eggs, and chocolate chips in a big bowl. After that, she spooned the dough onto a baking sheet. Finally, she put the cookies in the oven and waited for them to bake. When they were done, Mia shared them with her family.
Put the four steps in the correct order.
Gather ingredients → Mix ingredients → Spoon dough → Bake cookies → Share
Passage 1: All About Wolves
Wolves are wild animals that live in forests and mountains. They travel in groups called packs. A pack usually includes a mother, a father, and their pups. Wolves work together to hunt and care for each other. They mostly eat deer, rabbits, and other small animals. Wolves use howls to talk to other wolves in their pack.
Passage 2: All About Foxes
Foxes are wild animals that live in forests, grasslands, and even near cities. They usually live alone, not in groups. Foxes are very quiet and like to sneak around. They eat a variety of foods, like mice, berries, and insects. Foxes use their tails for balance and to stay warm.
Why might a fox be better at living near people than a wolf?
A. Because foxes can eat more types of food and move quietly.
B. Because foxes live in packs.
C. Because wolves are smaller than foxes.
D. Because wolves like to sneak around.
A. Because foxes can eat more types of food and move quietly.
David pushed his plate away and rubbed his stomach. “That was the best dinner ever!” he said. He looked at his empty plate, then at his grandma, who was smiling from the kitchen doorway.
What does Grandma's smile tell us?
A. She is proud that David liked the meal.
B. She thinks David is being rude.
C. She wants David to clean up.
D. She is planning to make dessert next.
A. She is proud that David liked the meal.
Tom went to the fair.
He saw a game stand with prizes.
He won a teddy bear!
Then he went to stand in line for cotton candy.
What clue helps you understand the first meaning of “stand”?
A. “Game” and “prizes”
B. “Line” and “cotton candy”
C. “Went” and “saw”
D. “Teddy bear” and “won”
A. “Game” and “prizes”