Animals Dance
In a Story
Fair Bike Rules
Figurative Lanuage
The Crowded House
100
Read this sentence from paragraph 2: “Worker bees swarm her like a rockstar.” What does this simile suggest about the bee’s return to the hive?
Animal Dances
(1) Unlike humans, animals don’t communicate with words. They can’t say, “Look what I found!” or “This is my spot.” Instead, they send messages with smells, sounds, and even dance. Their dances share information, defend territories, and attract mates.
(2) A bee returns to the beehive from an apple orchard. Worker bees swarm her like a rockstar. She moves in a line, vibrates her wings, and waggles. Her movements give a flight plan. Her waggle length tells where the flowers are. Its angle tells workers how to get there.
(3) Some animals use dance for a different reason. How do they decide who gets a mate, or the best spot? They have a dance-off. A betta fish circles an intruder. One flares its neck. The other responds. Both beat the water with their tails. One backs down and swims away.
(4) Many animals move in special ways. But no other animal dances like humans: for fun!
A) The bee is treated with excitement and attention.
B) The bee is confused and doesn’t know where to go.
C) The bee is dangerous and must be avoided.
D)The bee is ignored by the other bees in the hive.
A)What is The bee is treated with excitement and attention.
100
When a narrator uses "I, Me," it is written in this perspective
First Person
100
What argument does the author develop throughout the passage?
Fair Bike Rules
The city council here in Karlinsburg is going to vote on a new rule: No bicycles on sidewalks. This rule is unfair to youngsters in this community.
First of all, riding bikes in the street is too dangerous for children. Car drivers may not see a bike in time to stop. The door of a parked car may suddenly open. Bicyclists are injured as a result.
The sidewalk is safer than the street. Some people have complained about bicyclists on sidewalks. They say that speeding bikes have knocked down pedestrians who cannot get out of the way. But instead of banning bikes on sidewalks, how about making a few simple rules for safe riding?
- Slow down.
- Politely ask pedestrians if you can pass them.
- Walk the bike if the sidewalk is crowded.
- Stop at every driveway and cross street.
Sidewalk rules like these can give everyone a safe way to get around. When a Karlinsburg youngster learns to ride a bike, these rules can be part of the training. Please let council members know that they should vote for safe riding on sidewalks, not for banning bicycles.
A) The city should create safe sidewalk rules instead of banning bikes.
B) Bicycles should be banned from sidewalks to protect pedestrians.
C) Karlinsburg should create more bike lanes in the street.
D) Children should be allowed to ride in the street with training.
What is the city should create safe sidewalk rules instead of banning bikes.
100
What is the theme of a story?
the message I can apply in my life.
100
What effect does the crowded house have on the plot of the story?
The Crowded House: A Folktale
(1)Long ago, eight members of the Rubin family lived in a little house that seemed terribly cramped and crowded. Papa, Mama, their four children, Aunt Gert, and Grandmother Rubin were always getting in each other’s way. They complained unhappily that one day they might burst right through the walls. So Papa and Mama went to the wisest man in the village, Reb Solman, to ask for advice.
(2)Reb Solman stroked his beard thoughtfully as he listened. Then he said, “Yes, I can help you, but you must do exactly as I say, no questions asked.” Papa and Mama eagerly agreed.
(3)“The first thing you must do,” Reb Solman told Mama, “is to invite your sister and her family to visit.”
(4)“But, Reb Solman,” said Mama worriedly, “my sister and brother in-law have three big sons, so how will five more people in our crowded house solve our problem?”
(5)Reb Solman replied, “Remember, you promised to obey and ask no questions.”
(6)So the five relatives arrived, and everyone was elbowing each other and tripping over feet, and the walls trembled as if about to explode. After several days, Papa ran back to Reb Solman and pleaded, “Oh, it is unbearably crowded and noisy now. Please, what should we do?”
(7)Reb Solman said, “Bring your chickens, goat, and cow into the house.” Papa blinked hard when he heard that, but he had promised to obey, so he did as he was told.
(8)A few days later, Papa returned to Reb Solman. In an exhausted voice, Papa said, “The noise, the smells, the crowding, the situation is impossible.”
(9)Reb Solman said, “Send your relatives home, and put the animals outside.”
(10)So the visitors left, and the animals went outside where they belonged. The eight members of the Rubin family breathed a big sigh of relief. “I never knew that our house could feel so big and spacious,” said Mama as she looked around.
(11)“It certainly feels as if our house has grown bigger,” said Papa. “Reb Solman is a very wise man.” And everyone, smiling in agreement, relaxed in their remarkably roomy house.
A) It causes the family to move to a larger home.
B) It motivates the family to seek help from Reb Solman.
C) It forces the family to build a new room for the animals.
D)It leads the family to argue and separate.
what is It motivates the family to seek help from Reb Solman.
200
What is the central idea of the passage Animal Dances?
Animal Dances
(1) Unlike humans, animals don’t communicate with words. They can’t say, “Look what I found!” or “This is my spot.” Instead, they send messages with smells, sounds, and even dance. Their dances share information, defend territories, and attract mates.
(2) A bee returns to the beehive from an apple orchard. Worker bees swarm her like a rockstar. She moves in a line, vibrates her wings, and waggles. Her movements give a flight plan. Her waggle length tells where the flowers are. Its angle tells workers how to get there.
(3) Some animals use dance for a different reason. How do they decide who gets a mate, or the best spot? They have a dance-off. A betta fish circles an intruder. One flares its neck. The other responds. Both beat the water with their tails. One backs down and swims away.
(4) Many animals move in special ways. But no other animal dances like humans: for fun!
A) Animals use dance to entertain humans. B) Animals only dance when they are in danger. C) Animals learn to dance by watching other animals. D) Animals use movement to communicate important messages.
What is Animals use movement to communicate important messages.
200
The message or lesson of the story
Theme
200
Which sentence supports the argument that riding bikes in the street is dangerous for children?
Fair Bike Rules
The city council here in Karlinsburg is going to vote on a new rule: No bicycles on sidewalks. This rule is unfair to youngsters in this community.
First of all, riding bikes in the street is too dangerous for children. Car drivers may not see a bike in time to stop. The door of a parked car may suddenly open. Bicyclists are injured as a result.
The sidewalk is safer than the street. Some people have complained about bicyclists on sidewalks. They say that speeding bikes have knocked down pedestrians who cannot get out of the way. But instead of banning bikes on sidewalks, how about making a few simple rules for safe riding?
- Slow down.
- Politely ask pedestrians if you can pass them.
- Walk the bike if the sidewalk is crowded.
- Stop at every driveway and cross street.
Sidewalk rules like these can give everyone a safe way to get around. When a Karlinsburg youngster learns to ride a bike, these rules can be part of the training. Please let council members know that they should vote for safe riding on sidewalks, not for banning bicycles.
A)"Some people have complained about bicyclists on sidewalks.”
B)“Please let council members know that they should vote for safe riding.”
C)“The door of a parked car may suddenly open.”
D)“Walk the bike if the sidewalk is crowded.”
What is “the door of a parked car may suddenly open.”
200
She is busy as a bee.
This is an example of what type of figurative language?
Simile
200
What does the dialogue between Mama and Reb Solman (paragraphs 3-5) reveal about Mama’s attitude toward the advice?
The Crowded House: A Folktale
(3)“The first thing you must do,” Reb Solman told Mama, “is to invite your sister and her family to visit.”
(4)“But, Reb Solman,” said Mama worriedly, “my sister and brother in-law have three big sons, so how will five more people in our crowded house solve our problem?”
(5)Reb Solman replied, “Remember, you promised to obey and ask no questions.”
A) she is excited to have more people in the house.
B) She is proud that her house is already large enough.
C) She is angry and refuses to listen to Reb Solman.
D) She is confused but willing to follow the instructions.
What is She is confused but willing to follow the instructions.
300
Based on the supporting details, what is the central idea conveying about animal behavior?
Animal Dances
(1) Unlike humans, animals don’t communicate with words. They can’t say, “Look what I found!” or “This is my spot.” Instead, they send messages with smells, sounds, and even dance. Their dances share information, defend territories, and attract mates.
(2) A bee returns to the beehive from an apple orchard. Worker bees swarm her like a rockstar. She moves in a line, vibrates her wings, and waggles. Her movements give a flight plan. Her waggle length tells where the flowers are. Its angle tells workers how to get there.
(3) Some animals use dance for a different reason. How do they decide who gets a mate, or the best spot? They have a dance-off. A betta fish circles an intruder. One flares its neck. The other responds. Both beat the water with their tails. One backs down and swims away.
(4) Many animals move in special ways. But no other animal dances like humans: for fun!
A) Animals dance to copy human traditions. B) Animals use movement to confuse their enemies. C) Animals use movement to survive and interact with others. D) Animals only move when they are looking for food.
What is Animals use movement to survive and interact with others.
300
When the narrator uses "She, He, they" it is written in this perspective
Third Person
300
The word pedestrian comes from the Latin root ped- meaning “foot,” and the suffix -ian meaning “related to or belonging to.” Based on this knowledge and the context of the sentence, what is the most likely meaning of pedestrian as used in the following sentence from the passage?
“They say that speeding bikes have knocked down pedestrians who cannot get out of the way.”
Fair Bike Rules
The city council here in Karlinsburg is going to vote on a new rule: No bicycles on sidewalks. This rule is unfair to youngsters in this community.
First of all, riding bikes in the street is too dangerous for children. Car drivers may not see a bike in time to stop. The door of a parked car may suddenly open. Bicyclists are injured as a result.
The sidewalk is safer than the street. Some people have complained about bicyclists on sidewalks. They say that speeding bikes have knocked down pedestrians who cannot get out of the way. But instead of banning bikes on sidewalks, how about making a few simple rules for safe riding?
- Slow down.
- Politely ask pedestrians if you can pass them.
- Walk the bike if the sidewalk is crowded.
- Stop at every driveway and cross street.
Sidewalk rules like these can give everyone a safe way to get around. When a Karlinsburg youngster learns to ride a bike, these rules can be part of the training. Please let council members know that they should vote for safe riding on sidewalks, not for banning bicycles.
A) A person who travels by foot
B) A path designed only for bicycles
C) A vehicle used to carry people
D)A tool used to measure distance
What is a person who travels by foot
300
"You are my sunshine" is an example of?
A metaphor
300
What theme is developed throughout the passage?
The Crowded House: A Folktale
(1)Long ago, eight members of the Rubin family lived in a little house that seemed terribly cramped and crowded. Papa, Mama, their four children, Aunt Gert, and Grandmother Rubin were always getting in each other’s way. They complained unhappily that one day they might burst right through the walls. So Papa and Mama went to the wisest man in the village, Reb Solman, to ask for advice.
(2)Reb Solman stroked his beard thoughtfully as he listened. Then he said, “Yes, I can help you, but you must do exactly as I say, no questions asked.” Papa and Mama eagerly agreed.
(3)“The first thing you must do,” Reb Solman told Mama, “is to invite your sister and her family to visit.”
(4)“But, Reb Solman,” said Mama worriedly, “my sister and brother in-law have three big sons, so how will five more people in our crowded house solve our problem?”
(5)Reb Solman replied, “Remember, you promised to obey and ask no questions.”
(6)So the five relatives arrived, and everyone was elbowing each other and tripping over feet, and the walls trembled as if about to explode. After several days, Papa ran back to Reb Solman and pleaded, “Oh, it is unbearably crowded and noisy now. Please, what should we do?”
(7)Reb Solman said, “Bring your chickens, goat, and cow into the house.” Papa blinked hard when he heard that, but he had promised to obey, so he did as he was told.
(8)A few days later, Papa returned to Reb Solman. In an exhausted voice, Papa said, “The noise, the smells, the crowding, the situation is impossible.”
(9)Reb Solman said, “Send your relatives home, and put the animals outside.”
(10)So the visitors left, and the animals went outside where they belonged. The eight members of the Rubin family breathed a big sigh of relief. “I never knew that our house could feel so big and spacious,” said Mama as she looked around.
(11)“It certainly feels as if our house has grown bigger,” said Papa. “Reb Solman is a very wise man.” And everyone, smiling in agreement, relaxed in their remarkably roomy house.
A) Animals should never live inside a house.
B) People should always build bigger homes for their families.
C)Wise people always know how to solve problems quickly.
D)Sometimes things must get worse before they get better.
What is Sometimes things must get worse before they get better.
400
How does the cause-and-effect structure in paragraph 3 contribute to the meaning of the passage?
Animal Dances
(1) Unlike humans, animals don’t communicate with words. They can’t say, “Look what I found!” or “This is my spot.” Instead, they send messages with smells, sounds, and even dance. Their dances share information, defend territories, and attract mates.
(2) A bee returns to the beehive from an apple orchard. Worker bees swarm her like a rockstar. She moves in a line, vibrates her wings, and waggles. Her movements give a flight plan. Her waggle length tells where the flowers are. Its angle tells workers how to get there.
(3) Some animals use dance for a different reason. How do they decide who gets a mate, or the best spot? They have a dance-off. A betta fish circles an intruder. One flares its neck. The other responds. Both beat the water with their tails. One backs down and swims away.
(4) Many animals move in special ways. But no other animal dances like humans: for fun!
A) It explains how fish use water to cool down after dancing
B) It explains why fish live in groups in small spaces
C) It shows how fish learn to dance by watching others
D) It shows how movement leads to decisions about territory or mates
What is It shows how movement leads to decisions about territory or mates
400
What is a describing word?
An adjective
400
Logos is an appeal to logic. Which sentence from the passage uses logos?
Fair Bike Rules
The city council here in Karlinsburg is going to vote on a new rule: No bicycles on sidewalks. This rule is unfair to youngsters in this community.
First of all, riding bikes in the street is too dangerous for children. Car drivers may not see a bike in time to stop. The door of a parked car may suddenly open. Bicyclists are injured as a result.
The sidewalk is safer than the street. Some people have complained about bicyclists on sidewalks. They say that speeding bikes have knocked down pedestrians who cannot get out of the way. But instead of banning bikes on sidewalks, how about making a few simple rules for safe riding?
- Slow down.
- Politely ask pedestrians if you can pass them.
- Walk the bike if the sidewalk is crowded.
- Stop at every driveway and cross street.
Sidewalk rules like these can give everyone a safe way to get around. When a Karlinsburg youngster learns to ride a bike, these rules can be part of the training. Please let council members know that they should vote for safe riding on sidewalks, not for banning bicycles.
A) “Please let council members know that they should vote for safe riding.”
B) “Some people have complained about bicyclists on sidewalks.”
C) “Walk the bike if the sidewalk is crowded.”
D) “The sidewalk is safer than the street.”
What is “Walk the bike if the sidewalk is crowded.”
400
What is a hyperbole?
An exaggerated statement
400
What is one implied theme that develops in paragraphs 6–10?
The Crowded House: A Folktale
(6)So the five relatives arrived, and everyone was elbowing each other and tripping over feet, and the walls trembled as if about to explode. After several days, Papa ran back to Reb Solman and pleaded, “Oh, it is unbearably crowded and noisy now. Please, what should we do?”
(7)Reb Solman said, “Bring your chickens, goat, and cow into the house.” Papa blinked hard when he heard that, but he had promised to obey, so he did as he was told.
(8)A few days later, Papa returned to Reb Solman. In an exhausted voice, Papa said, “The noise, the smells, the crowding, the situation is impossible.”
(9)Reb Solman said, “Send your relatives home, and put the animals outside.”
(10)So the visitors left, and the animals went outside where they belonged. The eight members of the Rubin family breathed a big sigh of relief. “I never knew that our house could feel so big and spacious,” said Mama as she looked around.
A)Animals are more helpful than people.
B)Listening to others can lead to unexpected results.
C)Crowded homes are better than quiet ones.
D) Families should always live close together.
What is Listening to others can lead to unexpected results.
500
What does the word “intruder" most likely mean in the sentence: “A betta fish circles an intruder” from paragraph 3?
Animal Dances
(1) Unlike humans, animals don’t communicate with words. They can’t say, “Look what I found!” or “This is my spot.” Instead, they send messages with smells, sounds, and even dance. Their dances share information, defend territories, and attract mates.
(2) A bee returns to the beehive from an apple orchard. Worker bees swarm her like a rockstar. She moves in a line, vibrates her wings, and waggles. Her movements give a flight plan. Her waggle length tells where the flowers are. Its angle tells workers how to get there.
(3) Some animals use dance for a different reason. How do they decide who gets a mate, or the best spot? They have a dance-off. A betta fish circles an intruder. One flares its neck. The other responds. Both beat the water with their tails. One backs down and swims away.
(4) Many animals move in special ways. But no other animal dances like humans: for fun!
A) A fish that enters another’s space and causes conflict.
B) A fish that swims slowly and doesn’t notice others.
C) A fish that is new to the tank and wants to be friends.
D) A fish that is part of a group and follows the leader.
What is A fish that enters another’s space and causes conflict.
500
Put the following plot elements in order: climax, falling action, rising action, resolution, exposition.
Exposition
Rising Action
Climax
Falling Action
Resolution
500
What impact does the list of bullet points of safe bike riding rules have on the reader?
Fair Bike Rules
The city council here in Karlinsburg is going to vote on a new rule: No bicycles on sidewalks. This rule is unfair to youngsters in this community.
First of all, riding bikes in the street is too dangerous for children. Car drivers may not see a bike in time to stop. The door of a parked car may suddenly open. Bicyclists are injured as a result.
The sidewalk is safer than the street. Some people have complained about bicyclists on sidewalks. They say that speeding bikes have knocked down pedestrians who cannot get out of the way. But instead of banning bikes on sidewalks, how about making a few simple rules for safe riding?
- Slow down.
- Politely ask pedestrians if you can pass them.
- Walk the bike if the sidewalk is crowded.
- Stop at every driveway and cross street.
Sidewalk rules like these can give everyone a safe way to get around. When a Karlinsburg youngster learns to ride a bike, these rules can be part of the training. Please let council members know that they should vote for safe riding on sidewalks, not for banning bicycles.
A) It lists clear solutions that support the author’s argument.
B) It makes the reader feel strongly about bike safety.
C) It shows that banning bikes will improve pedestrian safety.
D) It proves that sidewalks are too narrow for any rules to wor
What is It lists clear solutions that support the author’s argument.
500
What punctuation marks do you use to cite direct evidence from the text?
Quotation marks
500
Which sentence best supports the theme that people can learn to appreciate what they have?
The Crowded House: A Folktale
(1)Long ago, eight members of the Rubin family lived in a little house that seemed terribly cramped and crowded. Papa, Mama, their four children, Aunt Gert, and Grandmother Rubin were always getting in each other’s way. They complained unhappily that one day they might burst right through the walls. So Papa and Mama went to the wisest man in the village, Reb Solman, to ask for advice.
(2)Reb Solman stroked his beard thoughtfully as he listened. Then he said, “Yes, I can help you, but you must do exactly as I say, no questions asked.” Papa and Mama eagerly agreed.
(3)“The first thing you must do,” Reb Solman told Mama, “is to invite your sister and her family to visit.”
(4)“But, Reb Solman,” said Mama worriedly, “my sister and brother in-law have three big sons, so how will five more people in our crowded house solve our problem?”
(5)Reb Solman replied, “Remember, you promised to obey and ask no questions.”
(6)So the five relatives arrived, and everyone was elbowing each other and tripping over feet, and the walls trembled as if about to explode. After several days, Papa ran back to Reb Solman and pleaded, “Oh, it is unbearably crowded and noisy now. Please, what should we do?”
(7)Reb Solman said, “Bring your chickens, goat, and cow into the house.” Papa blinked hard when he heard that, but he had promised to obey, so he did as he was told.
(8)A few days later, Papa returned to Reb Solman. In an exhausted voice, Papa said, “The noise, the smells, the crowding, the situation is impossible.”
(9)Reb Solman said, “Send your relatives home, and put the animals outside.”
(10)So the visitors left, and the animals went outside where they belonged. The eight members of the Rubin family breathed a big sigh of relief. “I never knew that our house could feel so big and spacious,” said Mama as she looked around.
(11)“It certainly feels as if our house has grown bigger,” said Papa. “Reb Solman is a very wise man.” And everyone, smiling in agreement, relaxed in their remarkably roomy house.
A)“Reb Solman stroked his beard thoughtfully as he listened.”
B) “The noise, the smells, the crowding, the situation is impossible.”
C)“I never knew that our house could feel so big and spacious,” said Mama.
D) “Papa blinked hard when he heard that, but he had promised to obey.”
What is “I never knew that our house could feel so big and spacious,” said Mama.