Reading Literature
What is the theme of a story?
A. The time and place
B. The lesson or message
C. The characters
D. The conflict
B. The lesson or message
What is the main idea of a text?
A. A detail in the middle of the paragraph
B. The most important idea the author wants to share
C. The title
D. The first sentence
B. The most important idea the author wants to share
What does the word “benevolent” MOST LIKELY mean in this sentence?
"The benevolent woman donated coats to all the children in the shelter."
A. Angry
B. Kind
C. Poor
D. Honest
B. Kind
Which signpost is shown when a character asks a tough question?
A. Words of the Wiser
B. Tough Questions
C. Again and Again
D. Contrast and Contradiction
B. Tough Questions
What is the FIRST thing you should do when you get to a reading question?
A. Pick C
B. Reread the last paragraph
C. Read the question and then the text
D. Read the question and underline key words
D. Read the question and underline key words
Which detail BEST supports the idea that the character is brave?
A. She walks into a dark cave alone.
B. She eats lunch at noon.
C. She talks to her friend.
D. She reads a book about caves.
A. She walks into a dark cave alone.
Which text feature helps a reader understand key terms?
A. Caption
B. Glossary
C. Index
D. Heading
B. Glossary
A synonym for “reliable” is—
A. Funny
B. Trustworthy
C. Risky
D. Friendly
B. Trustworthy
“Why would the author repeat the same phrase?” is a question you ask during—
A. Aha Moment
B. Words of the Wiser
C. Again and Again
D. Memory Moment
C. Again and Again
What does it mean to “eliminate” answers?
A. Guess all choices
B. Choose the hardest word
C. Cross out wrong answers to find the best one
D. Read backwards
C. Cross out wrong answers to find the best one
When a character changes throughout a story, it is often related to—
A. the setting
B. the climax
C. the conflict and resolution
D. the exposition
C. the conflict and resolution
What is the author’s purpose in a persuasive article?
A. To entertain
B. To describe
C. To inform
D. To convince
D. To convince
The prefix “pre-” in “preview” means—
A. After
B. With
C. Before
D. Against
C. Before
What question should you ask yourself when you see a “Words of the Wiser” moment?
A. Why is this memory important?
B. How might this advice help the character later?
C. Why does this keep happening?
D. What does this word mean?
B. How might this advice help the character later?
What should you do if you don’t understand the question right away?
A. Skip it and never come back
B. Read the question again and look for clues
C. Choose the longest answer
D. Always pick “all of the above”
B. Read the question again and look for clues
How does the author develop the narrator’s point of view?
A. By including stage directions
B. By describing what the narrator thinks and feels
C. By showing only dialogue
D. By using rhyme and rhythm
B. By describing what the narrator thinks and feels
A student reads two texts on the same topic. To compare them, she should—
A. Count how many words are in each
B. Look for differences in structure and perspective
C. Highlight all proper nouns
D. Read just the conclusions
B. Look for differences in structure and perspective
Which word means the OPPOSITE of “scarce”?
A. Plenty
B. Tiny
C. Odd
D. Light
A. Plenty
An "Aha Moment" is when a character—
A. Tells a joke
B. Realizes something important
C. Takes a test
D. Meets someone new
B. Realizes something important
Which strategy is BEST for a two-part question?
A. Guess both answers
B. Read Part B first
C. Answer Part A, then use it to help answer Part B
D. Skip Part A
C. Answer Part A, then use it to help answer Part B
What is one way to determine if a character is dynamic?
A. Notice if they face no challenges.
B. See if their name changes.
C. Watch for changes in their actions, words, or beliefs.
D. Look at how they dress.
C. Watch for changes in their actions, words, or beliefs.
Which sentence BEST supports the claim that video games improve coordination?
A. Many kids play games.
B. Studies show gaming improves reaction time and fine motor skills.
C. Some people dislike video games.
D. Games are available on many devices.
B. Studies show gaming improves reaction time and fine motor skills.
What does the word “inevitable” mean in this sentence?
"After studying hard all year, it was inevitable she would pass the test."
A. Unlikely
B. Avoidable
C. Certain
D. Surprising
C. Certain
A “Memory Moment” helps the reader—
A. Understand the weather
B. Learn a new word
C. See into the character’s past
D. Identify the author’s purpose
C. See into the character’s past
When breaking down a long question, you should—
A. Look only at answer choices
B. Ask yourself what it's really asking and reread for evidence
C. Time yourself
D. Read fast and pick something
B. Ask yourself what it's really asking and reread for evidence