Prefixes
The word preview contains the prefix pre-. Which sentence BEST shows the meaning of preview?
A. We watched part of the movie before it was released.
B. We watched the movie for a second time.
C. We watched the entire movie after dinner.
D. We decided not to watch the movie.
A. We watched part of the movie before it was released.
Why does the author include the experiences of several different Latino characters?
A. To show that all Latino people have the same traditions
B. To show that Latino identity includes many different cultures and experiences
C. To explain why the characters all moved to the United States
D. To prove that one Latino culture is more important than another
B. To show that Latino identity includes many different cultures and experiences
Maya had practiced for the school talent show for weeks. When she walked onto the stage, she suddenly felt nervous. She took a deep breath, remembered all her practice, and began to sing. By the end of the song, the audience was cheering.
How does the setting of the school talent show affect Maya?
A. It causes her to forget the words to her song.
B. It makes her nervous, but she uses what she practiced to overcome her fear.
C. It makes her decide she does not like singing.
D. It causes her to become angry with the audience.
B. It makes her nervous, but she uses what she practiced to overcome her fear.
The puppy was timid when it first entered the crowded room. It stayed close to its owner and backed away whenever someone tried to pet it.
What does timid most likely mean?
A. Playful
B. Shy or fearful
C. Angry
D. Loud
B. Shy or fearful
How old is Mrs. Beauford
25
A student sees the word nonfiction but does not know what it means. How can the prefix non- help the student determine its meaning?
A. Non- means again, so nonfiction is a story read again.
B. Non- means before, so nonfiction is a story from the past.
C. Non- means not, so nonfiction is writing that is not fiction.
D. Non- means too much, so nonfiction has too much information.
C. Non- means not, so nonfiction is writing that is not fiction.
3. The Year of the Rat — DOK 2
At first, Pacy is worried about the Year of the Rat because it represents change. How does her attitude toward change develop throughout the story?
A. She becomes even more afraid of change.
B. She stops caring about her friends and family.
C. She decides that nothing in her life will actually change.
D. She begins to understand that change can lead to new experiences and opportunities.
D. She begins to understand that change can lead to new experiences and opportunities.
Carlos wanted to make the basketball team, but he struggled to make baskets during tryout practice. Instead of quitting, he practiced every afternoon with his older brother. At the final tryout, Carlos made several baskets and earned a spot on the team.
Which theme is BEST supported by the passage?
A. Winning is more important than having fun.
B. Hard work and perseverance can help you reach your goals.
C. Brothers should always play sports together.
D. Being naturally talented is the best way to succeed.
B. Hard work and perseverance can help you reach your goals.
After hiking for hours in the hot sun, Mia was parched. She quickly drank an entire bottle of water.
Which detail BEST helps you determine the meaning of parched?
A. Mia was hiking.
B. The sun was hot.
C. Mia quickly drank an entire bottle of water.
D. Mia had been outside for hours.
C. Mia quickly drank an entire bottle of water.
What time do we go to recess?
12:10
Jamal overfilled his cup, causing juice to spill onto the table.
What does overfilled most likely mean, and which clue BEST supports your answer?
A. Filled again; Jamal wanted more juice.
B. Filled too much; the juice spilled out.
C. Did not fill; the cup was empty.
D. Filled beforehand; the juice was already prepared.
B. Filled too much; the juice spilled out.
Which detail would BEST support the idea that Pacy grows as a character during The Year of the Rat?
A. Pacy learns about the Chinese zodiac.
B. Pacy stands up for the new boy Dun Wei and embraces change
C. Pacy spends time with her family.
D. Pacy knows that the rat is one of the animals of the Chinese zodiac.
B. Pacy stands up for the new boy Dun Wei and embraces change
Honeybees are important to many plants. As bees travel from flower to flower collecting nectar, they also carry pollen. This helps plants produce fruits and seeds. Many foods that people eat depend on pollinators like honeybees.
What is the central idea of the passage?
A. Honeybees make sweet honey.
B. Flowers need lots of water to grow.
C. Honeybees help plants reproduce and are important to our food supply.
D. Bees travel long distances every day.
C. Honeybees help plants reproduce and are important to our food supply.
Unlike his cheerful sister, Marcus was gloomy and barely smiled all afternoon.
What does gloomy most likely mean?
A. Unhappy
B. Excited
C. Confused
D. Energetic
A. Unhappy
What is the name of the principal of the school?
Which sentence uses a word with un- to mean the OPPOSITE of the base word?
A. I untied my shoes before taking them off.
B. We replayed our favorite song.
C. Mom overcooked the noodles.
D. We watched a preview of the new show.
A. I untied my shoes before taking them off.
Which statement BEST describes a message the author develops throughout Yes! We Are Latinos?
A. People should forget the traditions of the past.
B. Families should all celebrate in the same way.
C. A person's culture and family history can be an important part of his or her identity.
D. Moving to a new place always causes people to lose their culture.
C. A person's culture and family history can be an important part of his or her identity.
Eli notices that a new student is sitting alone during lunch. Even though Eli's friends are saving him a seat, he decides to sit with the new student and introduce himself.
Which character trait BEST describes Eli?
A. Impatient
B. Thoughtful
C. Careless
D. Shy
B. Thoughtful
The enormous elephant towered over the much smaller animals at the watering hole.
Which context clue BEST helps the reader understand enormous?
A. Elephant
B. Watering hole
C. Much smaller animals
D. Towered
C. Much smaller animals
What is the DATE of Halloween
October 31
Consider the words preheat and reheat. How does changing the prefix change the meaning of the word?
A. Preheat means heat too much, while reheat means not heat.
B. Preheat means heat beforehand, while reheat means heat again.
C. Preheat means heat again, while reheat means heat beforehand.
D. Both words mean exactly the same thing.
B. Preheat means heat beforehand, while reheat means heat again.
Kitoto searches for someone who is mightier than he is. What does his journey help him understand about being "mighty"?
A. The largest animal is always the most powerful.
B. Being mighty is only about physical strength.
C. Strength and power may not always be determined by size
D. Small animals should always stay away from larger animals.
C. Strength and power may not always be determined by size
List the five elements of plot AKA the five spaces in PLOT MOUNTAIN
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
Evan was reluctant to jump into the cold swimming pool. While his friends jumped right in, Evan stood at the edge for several minutes. Finally, he slowly put one foot into the water.
What does reluctant most likely mean?
A. Eager to do something
B. Unsure or unwilling to do something
C. Unable to do something
D. Excited about doing something
B. Unsure or unwilling to do something
What is Mrs. Beauford's baby's name?
Ella Drake