Main Idea
Context Clues
Grammar
Theme
Fiction
100

What is the main idea of this paragraph?

Cats are amazing animals that many people love to have as pets! They come in all sorts of colors and patterns, from fluffy and white to sleek and black. Cats have sharp claws that they use for climbing and scratching, but they also love to play with toys like balls of yarn or feathers on a string. They can be really curious creatures, exploring every nook and cranny of their homes. One of the coolest things about cats is their purring sound when they're happy or content. Taking care of a cat means giving them food, water, and lots of love and attention. They make great cuddle buddies and are always there to cheer you up when you're feeling down!

A. Cats are good pets.

B. Cats are very hard to care for.

A. Cats are good pets.

100

What does the word hurled mean in the sentence?

"He hurled the ball toward second base, hoping his teammate would catch it."

threw

100

Which words in this sentence are NOUNS?

My cat ran through the door and into the yard.

cat, door, yard

100

What is the theme of this paragraph?

Kendra and April were sisters who were very different. Kendra always studied for her tests and completed her homework on time. April hated studying and never did it. When there was a big test coming up in science, Kendra studied and April did not. As a result, Kendra got an A on the test and April got a D. 

Always do your schoolwork!

100

What is the word for the people in a story?

A. Plot

B. Characters

C. Theme

D. Setting

B. characters

200

What is the main idea of the paragraph?

Cooking is like a fun adventure in the kitchen! It's all about mixing ingredients together to create delicious meals and treats. You can make yummy dishes like pizza with gooey cheese and pepperoni, or sweet desserts like cookies and cupcakes. Cooking involves following recipes, which are like special instructions that tell you what ingredients to use and how to put them together. It's important to wash your hands before cooking and to be careful around hot stoves and sharp knives. Cooking with family and friends is a great way to spend time together and make tasty memories!

A. Cooking is something only adults can do.

B. Cooking is fun for everyone.

C. Cooking is very difficult to do.

B. Cooking is fun for everyone.

200

What does the word perseverance mean in the sentence?

"Aaliya showed perseverance by continuing to run in the race after she tripped and fell, putting her in last place."

continuing to try, even when something is difficult

200

Which words in the sentence should be capitalized?

mrs. woeller's class went to trenton for their trip on wednesday.

Mrs., Woeller's, Trenton, Wednesday

200

What is the theme of the paragraph?

In his sophomore year of high school, basketball legend Michael Jordan tried out for the varsity basketball team. But at five feet and eleven inches tall, the coach believed that Jordan was too short to play. The coach cut Jordan from the team. Jordan didn’t let this obstacle defeat him. In fact, it pushed him to work even harder. He trained vigorously and grew another four inches the following summer. The next year, Jordan made the varsity squad. He averaged 25 points a game and went on to become one of the greatest basketball players in history.

Keep trying, even when you face hard times.

200

What is the name for the time and place of a story?

A. Characters

B. Plot

C. Setting

D. Theme

C. Setting


300

What is the main idea of the paragraph?

School is an exciting place where we go to learn and grow every day! In school, we have awesome teachers who help us discover new things about the world around us. We get to learn about numbers in math, read amazing stories in English, explore science experiments, and even create art masterpieces. School is not just about books and lessons, though. It's also where we make friends and have fun playing games at recess. We learn important skills like sharing, listening, and teamwork. Every day at school is an adventure, full of new experiences and opportunities to become smarter and kinder. 

A. School is not a fun place.

B. School is not very important.

C. School is important and can be fun.

C. School is important and can be fun.

300

What does the word exhaustion mean in the sentence?

"She felt exhaustion take over as she laid in bed, and quickly fell asleep."

tiredness

300

Is this a simile or a metaphor?

"Her eyes lit up like a lightbulb with excitement!"

simile

300
What is the theme of the paragraph?


Ben loved to play video games, but would get very angry when he lost. He would yell at his television and throw his controller on the ground. His parents and older brother warned him that his behavior wasn't appropriate, but he kept on getting angry every time he wasn't doing well in a game. One day, Ben was losing a battle in his video game, and he got so man that he threw his controller at the TV! The TV cracked when the controller hit it. When Ben told his parents, they told him that he would have to earn money to replace the TV, and would not be allowed to play video games until he got enough money to fix what he had broken.

Controlling your behavior when you're upset is important. 

300

What is the name of the message or lesson of a story?

A. Characters

B. Plot

C. Setting

D. Theme

D. Theme


400

What is the main idea of the paragraph?


Soccer, also known as football in many parts of the world, is an incredibly popular sport played by millions of people of all age! It's a game where two teams compete to score goals by kicking a ball into the opponent's net. Soccer is loved for its excitement, as players use their feet, heads, and bodies to control the ball. Whether playing in a local park or on a professional field, soccer brings people together with its fast-paced action and spirit of teamwork. It's not just about winning or losing; soccer teaches valuable lessons like hard work, sportsmanship, and the joy of working together as a team!

A. Soccer is a sport.

B. Soccer is a popular sport that teaches people important lessons.

C. Soccer is not that popular in the world.

B. Soccer is a popular sport that teaches people important lessons.

400

What does the word accomplished mean in the sentence?

"Jason accomplished his goal of reading 50 books in a year by reading for at least 20 minutes every night before bed."

achieved, reached

400

Which words in the sentence are ADJECTIVES?

The tiny, white dog jumped onto the couch.

tiny, white

400

What is the theme of the paragraph?

Alysha and her friends thought that the new girl Clarissa was weird because she dressed differently from other kids in their school. They did not want to sit with her in the cafeteria, or play with her at recess. Then, they noticed that some of the other students in their class were starting to hang out with Clarissa. Alysha started talking to Clarissa, and learned that they actually had a lot in common! They liked the same types of music, and enjoyed playing the same games at recess. Once she started to get to know her, Alysha realized that Clarissa was a great person to be friends with!

Don't judge someone before getting to know them.

400

What is the word for the events that happen in a story?

A. Characters

B. Setting

C. Plot

D. Theme

C. Plot

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