Context Clues/Vocabulary
“The kitten was tiny and fragile.”
What does fragile most nearly mean?
A. energetic
B. easily broken
C. loud
D. hungry
B. easily broken
“Mia grabbed her umbrella before leaving the house and checked the weather twice.”
What can the reader infer?
A. Mia is planning a picnic
B. Mia expects it might rain
C. Mia forgot her homework
D. Mia dislikes school
B. Mia expects it might rain
“I can’t believe I get to go on vacation tomorrow!” she said with a smile.
What is the tone of the sentence?
A. excited
B. angry
C. confused
D. worried
A. excited
“The classroom was a zoo during the last five minutes of class.”
What type of figurative language is used?
A. simile
B. metaphor
C. personification
D. hyperbole
B. metaphor
“First, mix the ingredients. Next, pour the batter into the pan. Finally, bake for 20 minutes.”
What text structure is used?
A. compare and contrast
B. problem and solution
C. chronological order
D. cause and effect
C. chronological order
“Many schools are starting later in the morning. Research shows students who sleep more perform better in class.”
What is the main idea?
A. Students dislike waking up early
B. Schools are changing start times based on sleep research
C. Sleep is optional for students
D. Schools are becoming more strict
B. Schools are changing start times based on sleep research
Claim: The student is nervous about the presentation.
Which detail BEST supports the claim?
A. “The student reread her notes three times before speaking.”
B. “The student arrived at school at 8:00 a.m.”
C. “The student wore a blue shirt.”
D. “The student sat near her friends.”
A. “The student reread her notes three times before speaking.”
“Please remember to turn in your homework before leaving class.”
What is the author’s purpose?
A. to entertain
B. to persuade
C. to inform
D. to describe
C. to inform
“The audience was captivated by the magician’s performance.”
What does captivated most nearly mean?
A. bored
B. frightened
C. fascinated
D. confused
C. fascinated
“The classroom became quiet when the principal walked in.”
What can the reader infer?
A. The students are confused
B. The students are absent
C. The students are celebrating
D. The students are nervous
D. The students are nervous
“Do we really have to do this again?” he muttered under his breath.
What is the tone of the sentence?
A. joyful
B. frustrated
C. relieved
D. angry
B. frustrated
“She was as busy as a bee trying to finish her project.”
What type of figurative language is used?
A. metaphor
B. idiom
C. simile
D. personification
C. simile
“The weather was cold, so the game was moved indoors.”
What text structure is used?
A. description
B. compare and contrast
C. chronological order
D. cause and effect
D. cause and effect
“The soccer team practiced every day after school. Their hard work paid off when they won the championship game.”
What is the main idea?
A. The team disliked practice
B. Championships are easy to win
C. The coach was strict
D. Hard work led to success
D. Hard work led to success
Claim: The team practiced a lot before the game.
Which detail BEST supports the claim?
A. “The coach arrived early to set up equipment.”
B. “The players practiced every day after school for two weeks.”
C. “The game was held on Friday night.”
D. “The fans cheered loudly in the stands.”
B. “The players practiced every day after school for two weeks.”
“The kitten curled into a tiny ball and purred softly as it fell asleep.”
What is the author’s purpose?
A. to persuade
B. to inform
C. to entertain
D. to explain
C. to entertain
“The child was reluctant to leave the playground even after it started raining.”
What does reluctant most nearly mean?
A. eager
B. unwilling
C. excited
D. careless
B. unwilling
“After missing three questions in a row, Jordan sighed and erased his work.”
What can the reader infer?
A. Jordan is unsure about his answers
B. Jordan is rushing through the test
C. Jordan is changing his approach after mistakes
D. Jordan is avoiding finishing the assignment
C. Jordan is changing his approach after mistakes
“The teacher calmly explained the directions for the third time so everyone could understand.”
What is the tone of the sentence?
A. impatient
B. nervous
C. calm
D. sarcastic
C. calm
“The wind howled through the trees during the storm.”
What type of figurative language is used?
A. hyperbole
B. metaphor
C. personification
D. alliteration
C. personification
“Dogs are loyal companions. Cats are more independent and prefer alone time.”
What text structure is used?
A. problem and solution
B. cause and effect
C. compare and contrast
D. sequence
C. compare and contrast
“Many animals migrate to warmer climates during winter. Birds, whales, and some insects travel long distances to survive cold temperatures.”
What is the main idea?
A. Animals travel for survival during seasonal changes
B. Winter is dangerous for humans
C. Birds are the only animals that migrate
D. Animals prefer cold weather
A. Animals travel for survival during seasonal changes
Claim: The weather caused problems for travelers.
Which detail BEST supports the claim?
A. “The airport added extra staff for the holiday rush.”
B. “Many flights were delayed due to heavy snow.”
C. “Travelers packed warm clothing for their trips.”
D. “The airline offered snacks to passengers.”
B. “Many flights were delayed due to heavy snow.”
“If you want better grades, you should complete your homework every night.”
What is the author’s purpose?
A. to inform
B. to entertain
C. to describe
D. to persuade
D. to persuade
“The politician’s vague response did not answer the reporter’s question clearly.”
What does vague most nearly mean?
A. detailed
B. unclear
C. truthful
D. emotional
B. unclear
“Before the trip, Lena checked her bag twice and added a charger and a jacket at the last minute.”
What can the reader infer?
A. Lena is confident everything is already packed correctly
B. Lena is making sure she is fully prepared for possible needs
C. Lena is planning to cancel the trip
D. Lena is packing for someone else
B. Lena is making sure she is fully prepared for possible needs
“Great. Another group project,” she said as she rolled her eyes and closed her notebook.
What is the tone of the sentence?
A. excited
B. sarcastic
C. grateful
D. hopeful
B. sarcastic
“After waiting in line for hours, my stomach was eating itself.”
What type of figurative language is used?
A. idiom
B. personification
C. metaphor
D. hyperbole
D. personification
“The city added more streetlights after residents reported several accidents at night.”
What text structure is used?
A. problem and solution
B. compare and contrast
C. chronological order
D. description
A. problem and solution
“The library added new study rooms, extended its hours, and increased the number of available computers. These changes were made in response to student feedback requesting better study spaces.”
What is the main idea?
A. Students do not use the library
B. Libraries are becoming less important
C. The library removed old resources
D. The library improved services based on student needs
D. The library improved services based on student needs
Claim: The city is working to improve public safety.
Which detail BEST supports the claim?
A. “The city council approved funding for new streetlights in several neighborhoods.”
B. “The mayor announced a new plan during the annual city meeting.”
C. “Residents attended a community event held in the downtown park.”
D. “The city opened a new recreational center for local families.”
A. “The city council approved funding for new streetlights in several neighborhoods.”
“The abandoned house loomed at the end of the street, its windows dark and cracked like empty eyes watching the road.”
What craft technique is most clearly used?
A. exaggeration
B. symbolism
C. imagery
D. dialogue
C. imagery
“Despite the chaos around her, Naomi remained composed during the emergency.”
What does composed most nearly mean?
A. calm
B. frightened
C. impatient
D. careless
A. calm
“The lights flickered, and several people in the movie theater turned around in their seats to look toward the back.”
What can the reader infer?
A. Something disrupted the audience’s attention
B. The movie has been paused for intermission
C. The audience is leaving early
D. The theater is preparing for the next showing
A. Something disrupted the audience’s attention
“The room was silent except for the ticking clock as the students waited for the test results to be read aloud.”
What is the tone of the sentence?
A. celebratory
B. anxious
C. humorous
D. tense
D. tense
“The clock mocked me as I stared at the test I hadn’t finished.”
What type of figurative language is used?
A. personification
B. metaphor
C. idiom
D. hyperbole
A. personification
“After the river flooded the town, residents rebuilt homes, then reinforced the levee system to prevent future damage.”
What text structure is used?
A. description
B. chronological order
C. cause and effect
D. problem and solution
B. chronological order
“After years of rising traffic congestion, the city introduced new bike lanes, expanded public transportation routes, and implemented carpool incentives to reduce the number of vehicles on the road.”
What is the main idea?
A. The city is encouraging more driving
B. Public transportation is being eliminated
C. The city is reducing traffic through alternative transportation options
D. Traffic problems have been completely solved
C. The city is reducing traffic through alternative transportation options
Claim: The character shows responsibility after making a mistake.
Which detail BEST supports the claim?
A. “He ignored the problem and walked away from the situation.”
B. “He blamed his friend for what happened.”
C. “He avoided talking to the teacher after class.”
D. “He admitted his mistake and offered to fix the damage.”
D. “He admitted his mistake and offered to fix the damage.”
“The author repeatedly uses short, abrupt sentences during the chase scene to increase tension and speed.”
What is the author’s purpose in using this craft choice?
A. to slow the pacing and add description
B. to create humor in the scene
C. to highlight character dialogue
D. to increase tension and pacing
D. to increase tension and pacing