Poetry
Text Structures
Purpose & Point of View
Vocabulary
Other
100
The Puppy
By Anonymous
I’m going to go outside today, where I will frolic in the grass.
I will run as fast as a cheetah, to see how many trees I can pass.
I will growl at other creatures and chase them all away.
I will dig my bones out of the dirt and enjoy every second of the day.
Line 3 emphasizes that the speaker feels -
A. fearful of things that are outside
B. courageous against anything he might encounter
C. excited to be outside playing
D. unhappy that he cannot play with others
B. courageous against anything he might encounter
100
Annie’s parents surprised her with a new puppy, and he was the most adorable creature that she had ever seen. He was solid white with a black patch that covered his right eye, and his ears stood straight up. The fur on his back was thick and curly. Each time she called his name, he would tilt his head to the side and start to whimper.
How did the author organize this passage?
A. Description
B. Sequence
C. Problem and Solution
D. Compare and Contrast
A. Description
100
Gathering Items Needed
Before you begin making your sundae, make sure that you have everything that you need. You will need a gallon of your favorite ice cream flavor, fudge sauce, whipped cream and cherries. You will also need a small bowl, an ice cream scoop, and a spoon.
Making the Sundae
First, put two scoops of ice cream into a bowl. After that, open the container of fudge sauce and drizzle it over the top of your ice cream. Next, squirt plenty of whip cream on top and top it with a cherry or two.
Eating the Sundae
Wasn’t that simple? Grab your spoon and dig in before it melts!
The author wrote this selection mainly to -
A. describe the different ways of making an ice cream sundae
B. express his feelings about ice cream
C. share a personal story
D. explain the steps to making an ice cream sundae
D. explain the steps to making an ice cream sundae
100
Christian wanted to change the lunch menu in the cafeteria. He did not agree that pizza should only be served once a month. Therefore, he decided to raise a storm of protest amongst his peers!
Read the dictionary entry for the word raise.
raise \ ‘raz \ verb
1. to cause to rise or stand up
2. to set in motion; activate
3. to set up the framework for
4. to move to a higher position
Which meaning best matches the way the word raise is used in the paragraph above?
A. Meaning 1
B. Meaning 2
C. Meaning 3
D. Meaning 4
B. Meaning 2
100
Did you know that the term peacock is reserved for males, and females are referred to as peahen? Many people find this fact very interesting. Males have extra long, colorful tail feathers called trains, which are made up of more than 200 feathers. Females have much shorter tail feathers and are not as colorful.
Which sentence from the selection presents an opinion?
A. Did you know that the term peacock is reserved for males, and females are referred to as peahen.
B. Many people find this fact very interesting.
C. Males have extra long, colorful tail feathers called trains, which are made up of more than 200 feathers.
D. Females have much shorter tail feathers and are not as colorful.
B. Many people find this fact very interesting.
200
The Puppy
By Anonymous
I’m going to go outside today, where I will frolic in the grass.
I will run as fast as a cheetah, to see how many trees I can pass.
I will growl at other creatures and chase them all away.
I will dig my bones out of the dirt and enjoy every second of the day.
What is the meaning of the word frolic used in Line 1?
A. work
B. happy
C. roll
D. play
D. play
200
Jack was a Dalmatian puppy that wasn’t afraid of anything and loved to meet new people. However, Lady was a Chihuahua puppy that would cower when she met anyone new and try to hide. Both loved treats and chasing after squirrels.
Which text structure did the author use in this passage?
A. Question and Answer
B. Sequence
C. Problem and Solution
D. Compare and Contrast
D. Compare and Contrast
200
A completed sundae.
Gathering Items Needed
Before you begin making your sundae, make sure that you have everything that you need. You will need a gallon of your favorite ice cream flavor, fudge sauce, whipped cream and cherries. You will also need a small bowl, an ice cream scoop, and a spoon.
Making the Sundae
First, put two scoops of ice cream into a bowl. After that, open the container of fudge sauce and drizzle it over the top of your ice cream. Next, squirt plenty of whip cream on top and top it with a cherry or two.
Eating the Sundae
Wasn’t that simple? Grab your spoon and dig in before it melts!
What is the most likely reason the author included the photograph with the selection?
A. to show the steps to making an ice cream sundae
B. to show examples of types of ice cream sundaes
C. to suggest that making ice cream can be a fun family activity
D. to show what an ice cream sundae looks like
D. to show what an ice cream sundae looks like
200
Rachel really wanted to raise enough money, so she could go to summer camp. Her mother suggested that she start a lemonade stand. This sounded like a brilliant idea to Rachel, so she began making a list of everything that she would need to be successful.
Read the dictionary entry for the word stand.
stand \ ‘stand \ noun
1. the act of standing; an assuming of or remaining in an upright position 2. a determined effort for or against something, especially a final defensive effort 3. a stall, booth, counter or the like, where articles are displayed for sale 4. a raised platform, as for a speaker, a band, or the like
Which meaning best matches the way the word stand is used in the paragraph above?
A. Meaning 1
B. Meaning 2
C. Meaning 3
D. Meaning 4
C. Meaning 3
200
Mandy jumped out of the corner and scared Brian so badly that he popped out of his seat like a toaster strudel.
The sentence above is an example of what type of figurative language?
A. Metaphor
B. Idiom
C. Simile
D. Personification
C. Simile
300
The Puppy
By Anonymous
I’m going to go outside today, where I will frolic in the grass.
I will run as fast as a cheetah, to see how many trees I can pass.
I will growl at other creatures and chase them all away.
I will dig my bones out of the dirt and enjoy every second of the day.
What identifies this poem as having a lyrical poetic structure?
A. each line has a similar length
B. it does not following a rhyming pattern
C. there is a rhythm
D. it presents a lesson that can be learned
B. it does not following a rhyming pattern
300
Susie was trying to teach her puppy, Prince, how to roll over. First, she would tell him to “sit” and then she herself would sit on the ground to show him an example. After he followed her lead, she would give him a treat and tell him “good job”.
Which type of author’s organization was used in this passage?
A. Problem and Solution
B. Sequence
C. Cause and Effect
D. Description
B. Sequence
300
Gathering Items Needed
Before you begin making your sundae, make sure that you have everything that you need. You will need a gallon of your favorite ice cream flavor, fudge sauce, whipped cream and cherries. You will also need a small bowl, an ice cream scoop, and a spoon.
Making the Sundae
First, put two scoops of ice cream into a bowl. After that, open the container of fudge sauce and drizzle it over the top of your ice cream. Next, squirt plenty of whip cream on top and top it with a cherry or two.
Eating the Sundae
Wasn’t that simple? Grab your spoon and dig in before it melts!
The author describes events in sequential order mainly to -
A. explain the process of making an ice cream sundae
B. get the readers interested in making an ice cream sundae
C. show that creating something takes time and patience
D. persuade you to make an ice cream sundae
A. explain the process of making an ice cream sundae
300
Jared was participating in small group reading with his teacher and three other students. They were taking turns reading from “Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing” by Judy Blume. One of the students misspoke as she was reading and her cheeks became flushed. Jared encouraged her that it was alright and to keep on going.
In the paragraph above, the prefix mis- helps the reader determine that the word misspoke means -
A. being spoken incorrectly
B. being spoken again
C. before being spoken
D. being spoken softly
A. being spoken incorrectly
300
Nicholas’ wet eyes stared at the doors to the grocery store. He sighed and then walked inside and went to the counter. Without looking at the cashier, he pulled the packet of gum out of his pocket and placed it onto the counter.
What can you infer about Nicholas?
A. he was angry
B. he was embarrassed
C. he is a shy person
D. he was distracted
B. he was embarrassed
400
The Puppy
By Anonymous
I’m going to go outside today, where I will frolic in the grass.
I will run as fast as a cheetah, to see how many trees I can pass.
I will growl at other creatures and chase them all away.
I will dig my bones out of the dirt and enjoy every second of the day.
Which words rhyme in this poem?
A. The last words in every line
B. The last words in the first and third lines
C. The last words in the second and fourth lines
D. The last words in the first and second lines
A. The last words in every line
400
Have you ever wondered why dogs are called “Man’s Best Friend”? I believe it is because dogs are loyal companions, who will stick by your side through thick and thin. Dogs also have a way of sensing how their owner is feeling, because of the strong connection that they have with their owner.
The author used which text structure to organize this passage?
A. Cause and Effect
B. Question and Answer
C. Description
D. Sequence
B. Question and Answer
400
Making an Ice Cream Sundae
Gathering Items Needed
Before you begin making your sundae, make sure that you have everything that you need. You will need a gallon of your favorite ice cream flavor, fudge sauce, whipped cream and cherries. You will also need a small bowl, an ice cream scoop, and a spoon.
Making the Sundae
First, put two scoops of ice cream into a bowl. After that, open the container of fudge sauce and drizzle it over the top of your ice cream. Next, squirt plenty of whip cream on top and top it with a cherry or two.
Eating the Sundae
Wasn’t that simple? Grab your spoon and dig in before it melts!
What is the purpose of the headings in the article?
A. the headings explain why you should make an ice cream sundae
B. the headings summarize the steps in making an ice cream sundae
C. the headings compare types of ice cream sundaes
D. the headings tell you how to make an ice cream sundae
B. the headings summarize the steps in making an ice cream sundae
400
Bree’s mom had been reminding her to clean her room for about a week. Bree had tried everything to get out of picking up her possessions. She had even tried pushing her belongings under her bed, hoping her mom wouldn’t notice. Unfortunately, her sneakiness caused her to get grounded from her computer for the next week.
Which words from the lines above help the reader understand the meaning of the word belongings?
A. reminding her to clean her room
B. picking up her possessions
C. tried everything
D. caused her to get grounded
B. picking up her possessions
400
An Excerpt from “Fifty Famous Fables”
by Lida Brown McMurry
”What a good time I shall have eating this meat when I get home!” said the dog, as it started to cross a stream of water.
He stopped suddenly and looked down into the water. There was his shadow. ”That dog has a larger piece of meat than I,” he said. “I want that piece of meat and I will have it!”
He growled, but the dog in the water did not move nor did he drop his piece of meat.
He snapped at the dog in the water. He was soon sorry for that, for the meat slipped from his mouth and sank to the bottom of the stream, and the dog in the water lost his meat at the same time.
What lesson did the dog learn in this fable?
A. appreciate what you have
B. sharing with others is important
C. it can be dangerous to play around water
D. be kind to those around you
A. appreciate what you have
500
The Puppy
By Anonymous
I’m going to go outside today, where I will frolic in the grass.
I will run as fast as a cheetah, to see how many trees I can pass.
I will growl at other creatures and chase them all away.
I will dig my bones out of the dirt and enjoy every second of the day.
What type of figurative language occurs in this poem?
A. simile
B. metaphor
C. personification
D. idiom
A. simile
500
Gracie raced into the kitchen, when she heard the bag of dog food being opened. The floors were slick from just being mopped, so she couldn't stop herself quick enough and went sliding into the cabinets. Gracie hit them so hard that freshly baked cookies fell off of the countertop and onto the floor.
How did the author organize this passage?
A. Cause and Effect
B. Sequence
C. Description
D. Compare and Contrast
A. Cause and Effect
500
Making an Ice Cream Sundae
Gathering Items Needed
Before you begin making your sundae, make sure that you have everything that you need. You will need a gallon of your favorite ice cream flavor, fudge sauce, whipped cream and cherries. You will also need a small bowl, an ice cream scoop, and a spoon.
Making the Sundae
First, put two scoops of ice cream into a bowl. After that, open the container of fudge sauce and drizzle it over the top of your ice cream. Next, squirt plenty of whip cream on top and top it with a cherry or two.
Eating the Sundae
Wasn’t that simple? Grab your spoon and dig in before it melts!
Which statement would the author of the selection most likely agree with?
A. making an ice cream sundae is a difficult task
B. ice cream sundaes are the absolute best dessert
C. constructing an ice cream sundae is easy
D. you should use vanilla ice cream in your sundae
C. constructing an ice cream sundae is easy
500
Jessica and Josh had spent all week making their dad a new toolbox for his birthday. It was finally time to present their gift to him. They stood in front of the toolbox, waiting for their dad to walk into the room. When he appeared, they separated, revealing the wooden toolbox to him.
In the paragraph above, the word revealing means -
A. moving
B. offering
C. watching
D. showing
D. showing
500
Mom,
I am writing to you from Camp Thurman, where I am having a wonderful time. I have made some awesome new friends here at camp, and we are already making plans to come back next summer!
Yesterday, we took a hike through the woods and discovered a huge snake. I am not sure what kind it was, but it sure looked scary. We also went to the pool and had a cannonball contest, to see who could make the biggest splash.
I can’t wait until tomorrow, when we are going to camp outside and roast marshmallows over the fire.
With love,
Dwayne
What is Dwayne’s letter mainly about?
A. describing the new friends he has made
B. explaining what camp looks like
C. telling about his experience at camp
D. giving facts about Camp Thurman
C. telling about his experience at camp