Main Idea & Details
Peter Meets Wendy
Read the excerpt:
Peter searched the nursery for his missing shadow. When he finally found it, he tried to attach it using soap, but the shadow would not stay in place. Peter sat down and began to cry.
What is the main idea of this section?
A. Peter searches the nursery for Tinker Bell.
B. Peter struggles to attach his missing shadow.
C. Peter becomes upset because Wendy is sleeping.
D. Peter discovers that someone has taken his shadow.
B. Peter struggles to attach his missing shadow.
Peter Meets Wendy
Read the excerpt:
Peter rummaged through the nursery drawers, opened the wardrobe, and searched every pocket, hoping to find his missing shadow.
What does the word rummaged mean as used in the excerpt?
A. Organized items neatly B. Searched through things C. Collected several objects D. Moved furniture around
Answer: B — Searched through things
Peter Meets Wendy
Read the excerpt:
Peter tried to attach his shadow using soap, but it would not stay in place. After several unsuccessful attempts, he sat on the floor and began to cry.
What can the reader infer about Peter?
A. He is frightened that someone will discover him.
B. He is frustrated because he cannot solve his problem.
C. He is disappointed because Tinker Bell has left him.
D. He is confused because he cannot find his shadow.
B. He is frustrated because he cannot solve his problem.
Peter Meets Wendy
Read the excerpt:
Wendy introduced herself to Peter, sharing her full name. When Peter told Wendy his name, she asked if that was all. Peter suddenly felt that his name seemed very short compared to hers.
Which sentence best summarizes the excerpt?
A. Wendy and Peter discuss their names, leaving Peter feeling embarrassed.
B. Wendy explains why her name is longer than Peter's name.
C. Peter refuses to tell Wendy his name because he is uncomfortable.
D. Peter and Wendy disagree about which name is more interesting.
A. Wendy and Peter discuss their names, leaving Peter feeling embarrassed.
Peter Meets Wendy
Read the excerpt:
Peter tries to attach his shadow, but it will not stay in place. After his attempts fail, he sits on the floor and begins to cry.
Which detail best supports the inference that Peter feels frustrated?
A. Peter searches for his missing shadow.
B. Peter tries to attach his shadow using soap.
C. Peter sits on the floor and begins to cry.
D. Peter discovers that his shadow has come off.
C. Peter sits on the floor and begins to cry.
Read the excerpt:
SCARECROW: "Well, I've been savin' up to buy me some brains."
DOROTHY: "That's silly. You can't buy brains."
SCARECROW: "You can't?"
What is the main idea of this section?
A. Dorothy learns that the Scarecrow has been saving money and questions his plan.
B. The Scarecrow explains his desire for brains and discovers they cannot be purchased.
C. Dorothy questions the Scarecrow's understanding of money and how it should be spent.
D. The Scarecrow shares his plans for the future and asks Dorothy for her advice.
B. The Scarecrow explains his desire for brains and discovers they cannot be purchased.
Read the excerpt (adapted):
The Scarecrow was astonished when Dorothy explained that he could not buy brains. He had believed his plan would work and was surprised to learn otherwise.
Which phrase best helps the reader understand the meaning of astonished?
A. "Dorothy explained"
B. "could not buy brains"
C. "surprised to learn otherwise"
D. "believed his plan would work"
C. "surprised to learn otherwise"
200 Points
Read the excerpt:
SCARECROW: "Well, I thought it would be. But after fifteen minutes up on this pole, I knew I wasn't going anyplace!"
What can the reader infer about the Scarecrow?
A. He enjoys standing in the field but wishes he could meet more people.
B. He is uncertain whether Dorothy understands why he is on the pole.
C. He has realized that being a scarecrow is different from what he expected.
D. He believes he will eventually learn to move without anyone helping him.
C. He has realized that being a scarecrow is different from what he expected.
Dorothy asks the Scarecrow why he wants money. He explains that he has been saving to buy brains. Dorothy tells him that brains cannot be purchased, which surprises him.
Which sentence best summarizes the excerpt?
A. Dorothy questions the Scarecrow about his money and learns why he has been saving it.
B. The Scarecrow explains his plans to Dorothy and becomes confused by her questions.
C. Dorothy discovers that the Scarecrow wants brains and explains that he cannot buy them.
D. The Scarecrow discusses his desire for brains and asks Dorothy how to get them.
C. Dorothy discovers that the Scarecrow wants brains and explains that he cannot buy them.
Dorothy Meets the Scarecrow
Read the excerpt:
SCARECROW: "Well, I thought it would be. But after fifteen minutes up on this pole, I knew I wasn't going anyplace!"
DOROTHY: "Scarecrow, how would you like to get down off that pole?"
SCARECROW: "I thought you'd never ask! Just pull on that vine down there."
Which line best supports the inference that the Scarecrow wants to get down from the pole?
A. "Well, I thought it would be."
B. "After fifteen minutes up on this pole"
C. "Scarecrow, how would you like to get down"
D. "I thought you'd never ask!"
D. "I thought you'd never ask!"
Read the excerpt:
Wendy woke up and noticed Peter crying. She asked him what was wrong, and Peter explained that he could not attach his shadow. Wendy suggested that she could sew it back on for him.
What is the main idea of this section?
A. Wendy becomes curious about Peter's unusual appearance.
B. Peter explains how he lost his shadow in the nursery.
C. Wendy recognizes Peter's problem and offers to help.
D. Peter teaches Wendy how shadows become separated.
C. Wendy recognizes Peter's problem and offers to help.
Peter Meets Wendy
Read the excerpt:
Peter became indignant when Wendy suggested that he was crying because he missed his mother. He quickly corrected her, upset that she had misunderstood him.
Which phrase best helps the reader understand the meaning of indignant?
A. "because he missed his mother" B. "she had misunderstood him" C. "He quickly corrected her" D. "upset that she had misunderstood him"
Answer: D — "upset that she had misunderstood him"
Peter Meets Wendy
Read the excerpt:
When Wendy learned that Peter could not attach his shadow, she suggested sewing it back on. She seemed certain that her idea would solve his problem.
What can the reader infer about Wendy based on her response?
A. She believes Peter should learn to solve problems alone.
B. She is uncertain whether Peter will accept her assistance.
C. She is confident in her ability to help Peter.
D. She is surprised that Peter has never used a needle.
C. She is confident in her ability to help Peter.
Peter Meets Wendy
Read the excerpt:
Peter explained that he did not have a mother. Wendy felt sorry for him, believing that he must be lonely. Peter quickly corrected her and explained that he had not been crying because of his mother.
Which TWO details should be included in a summary of the excerpt?
A. Peter tells Wendy that he does not have a mother.
B. Wendy believes that Peter has forgotten his family.
C. Peter asks Wendy to explain why mothers are important.
D. Wendy assumes Peter is sad about not having a mother.
E. Peter decides that he wants to find his mother.
Answer: A and D
A. Peter tells Wendy that he does not have a mother.
D. Wendy assumes Peter is sad about not having a mother.
Peter Meets Wendy
Read the excerpt:
Wendy asks Peter where he lives. When Peter gives an unusual address, Wendy questions his answer. Peter begins to feel that his address might sound strange to someone else.
Which detail best supports the inference that Peter becomes self-conscious during their conversation?
A. Wendy asks Peter to describe the place where he lives.
B. Peter begins to think his address sounds unusual.
C. Wendy listens as Peter explains where he lives.
D. Peter answers Wendy's question about his home.
B. Peter begins to think his address sounds unusual.
Dorothy Meets the Scarecrow
Read the excerpt:
The Scarecrow explained that he could not get down from the pole by himself. Dorothy listened to his problem and decided to help him. Once he was free, the Scarecrow could move around instead of remaining in the field.
What is the main idea of this section?
A. The Scarecrow explains why he enjoys living in the field.
B. Dorothy learns that the Scarecrow prefers being alone.
C. The Scarecrow discovers that Dorothy is lost in Oz.
D. Dorothy helps the Scarecrow escape from his difficult situation.
D. Dorothy helps the Scarecrow escape from his difficult situation.
Read the excerpt (adapted):
After spending so much time on the pole, the Scarecrow was eager to get down. When Dorothy offered to help, he immediately told her how to free him.
Which phrase best helps the reader understand the meaning of eager?
A. "spending so much time"
B. "immediately told her"
C. "offered to help"
D. "how to free him"
B. "immediately told her"
Read the excerpt:
DOROTHY: "Scarecrow, how would you like to get down off that pole?"
SCARECROW: "I thought you'd never ask! Just pull on that vine down there."
What can the reader infer about the Scarecrow's feelings?
A. He is relieved that Dorothy has offered to help him.
B. He is surprised that Dorothy understands how the vine works.
C. He is concerned that Dorothy might accidentally hurt him.
D. He is disappointed that Dorothy waited before helping him.
A. He is relieved that Dorothy has offered to help him.
Point Summarizing Question
Read the excerpt (adapted from the drama):
The Scarecrow tells Dorothy that he has been saving money to buy brains. Dorothy explains that brains cannot be purchased. Later, the Scarecrow admits that he has been stuck on the pole, and Dorothy helps him get down.
Which sentence best summarizes the excerpt?
A. Dorothy learns about the Scarecrow's wish for brains and helps him get down from the pole.
B. The Scarecrow explains his plans for the future and discovers that Dorothy can help him.
C. Dorothy questions the Scarecrow about his unusual ideas and learns about his experiences.
D. The Scarecrow discusses his difficulties and explains why he wants to change his life.
A. Dorothy learns about the Scarecrow's wish for brains and helps him get down from the pole.
Dorothy Meets the Scarecrow
Read the excerpt:
DOROTHY: "Now what would a scarecrow do with money?"
SCARECROW: "Well, I've been savin' up to buy me some brains."
DOROTHY: "That's silly. You can't buy brains."
SCARECROW: "You can't?"
Which line best supports the inference that the Scarecrow does not understand how brains are obtained?
A. "Now what would a scarecrow do with money?"
B. "Well, I've been savin' up to buy me some brains."
C. "That's silly. You can't buy brains."
D. "You can't?"
B. "Well, I've been savin' up to buy me some brains."
Read the excerpts:
Excerpt 1 – Peter Meets Wendy Peter becomes upset when he cannot attach his shadow. Wendy recognizes his problem and offers to sew it back on.
Excerpt 2 – Dorothy Meets the Scarecrow Dorothy discovers that the Scarecrow has been stuck on a pole. She offers to help, and the Scarecrow tells her how to free him.
How do both dramas develop a similar main idea about helping others?
A. Both characters recognize a problem and offer help, even though they have just met.
B. Both characters discover that solving problems requires listening to another person's advice.
C. Both characters learn that difficult situations can be overcome by working independently.
D. Both characters realize that understanding someone's feelings is more important than taking action.
A. Both characters recognize a problem and offer help, even though they have just met.
Peter Meets Wendy
Read the excerpt:
Wendy spoke patronizingly when she explained that Peter should have sewn his shadow on instead of using soap. She acted as though the solution was obvious and Peter should have known better.
What does the word patronizingly suggest about Wendy's attitude?
A. She is uncertain whether her suggestion will work.
B. She is disappointed that Peter refuses her assistance.
C. She acts as though she understands more than Peter.
D. She feels embarrassed about correcting Peter's mistake.
Answer: C — She acts as though she understands more than Peter.
Comparing Both Dramas
Read the excerpts:
Excerpt 1 – Peter Meets Wendy
Peter became upset when he could not attach his shadow. Wendy noticed his problem and offered to sew it back on.
Excerpt 2 – Dorothy Meets the Scarecrow
The Scarecrow explained that he could not get down from his pole. Dorothy listened and offered to help him.
What can the reader infer about both Wendy and Dorothy based on their actions?
A. They enjoy solving problems because they want others to admire them.
B. They are compassionate and willing to help someone they have just met.
C. They believe people should ask for help before attempting difficult tasks.
D. They are curious about unusual characters and want to learn their secrets.
B. They are compassionate and willing to help someone they have just met.
Excerpt 1 – Peter Meets Wendy
Peter and Wendy introduce themselves. Wendy asks Peter questions about his name and family, and Peter's responses reveal that his life is different from hers.
Excerpt 2 – Dorothy Meets the Scarecrow
Dorothy asks the Scarecrow why he wants money. She learns that he hopes to buy brains and explains that brains cannot be purchased.
Which statement best summarizes the important events in BOTH excerpts?
A. Both characters meet someone unfamiliar and discover differences through their conversations.
B. Both characters ask questions because they are uncertain about another person's intentions.
C. Both characters learn about someone's problems and immediately offer a solution.
D. Both characters discover that someone they meet has unusual ideas about the world.
A. Both characters meet someone unfamiliar and discover differences through their conversations.
Comparing Both Dramas
Read the excerpts:
Excerpt 1 – Peter Meets Wendy
Wendy notices that Peter is upset because he cannot attach his shadow. She offers to sew it back on.
Excerpt 2 – Dorothy Meets the Scarecrow
DOROTHY: "Scarecrow, how would you like to get down off that pole?"
SCARECROW: "I thought you'd never ask! Just pull on that vine down there."
Which TWO details best support the conclusion that both Wendy and Dorothy are willing to help others?
A. Wendy asks Peter questions to learn more about his life.
B. Wendy offers to sew Peter's shadow back on.
C. Dorothy asks the Scarecrow what he wants to do with money.
D. Dorothy offers to help the Scarecrow get down from the pole.
E. The Scarecrow explains that he has been saving money to buy brains.
Answers: B and D
B. Wendy offers to sew Peter's shadow back on.
D. Dorothy offers to help the Scarecrow get down from the pole.