Main Idea
Bees visit flowers to collect a sweet liquid called nectar. As bees move from flower to flower, tiny grains of pollen stick to their bodies. Some of this pollen rubs off onto other flowers. This process helps plants make seeds. The seeds can grow into new plants. While bees gather food for themselves, they also help many plants grow and reproduce.
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Emma zipped her coat, pulled on her mittens, and grabbed a shovel before heading outside.
What can the reader infer?
A. Emma is going swimming.
B. The weather is cold.
C. Emma forgot her coat.
D. It is nighttime.
B. The weather is cold.
Scientists carefully analyzed the results of the experiment before sharing their conclusions.
What does the word analyzed mean?
A. Repeated
B. Studied closely
C. Created
D. Predicted
B. Studied closely
Max practiced the piano every afternoon. He even spent extra time learning difficult songs.
Question:
Which detail shows that Max is dedicated to playing piano?
A. Max played the piano.
B. Max practiced every afternoon and spent extra time learning difficult songs.
C. Max learned songs.
D. Max had a piano.
B. Max practiced every afternoon and spent extra time learning difficult songs.
Dogs need exercise to stay healthy. Many dogs enjoy walks, playing fetch, and running outside. Exercise helps keep their bodies strong.
Which is the BEST summary?
A. Dogs enjoy playing fetch.
B. Exercise helps dogs stay healthy and strong.
C. Many dogs like to run.
D. Dogs need healthy food.
B. Exercise helps dogs stay healthy and strong.
Rivers are important to people in many ways. Some communities build dams on rivers to create electricity and control flooding. Rivers can also be used to transport people and goods from one place to another. In addition, many towns get their drinking water from rivers. Because rivers provide resources and services that people depend on, they play an important role in everyday life.
What is the Main Idea?
A. Rivers are used for transportation and travel.
B. Dams help people control rivers and make electricity.
C. Rivers provide many important resources and services for people.
D. Communities often get drinking water from rivers.
C. Rivers provide many important resources and services for people.
Ella arrived at school twenty minutes early every day for a month. She spent the extra time practicing multiplication facts before class began.
Why did Ella MOST LIKELY arrive early?
A. She wanted more time to play.
B. She was trying to improve a skill.
C. She missed her friends.
D. She disliked being at home.
B. She was trying to improve a skill.
The rabbit was alert as it nibbled grass in the field. Its ears twitched at every sound, and it frequently looked around before taking another bite.
Which phrase from the passage helps the reader understand the meaning of alert?
A. Nibbled grass
B. In the field
C. Took another bite
D. Its ears twitched at every sound
D. Its ears twitched at every sound
The class collected canned food for a local food drive. Many students brought donations from home, and the collection boxes quickly filled up.
Which detail BEST supports the idea that the food drive was successful?
A. The food drive was local.
B. Students brought donations from home.
C. The collection boxes quickly filled up.
D. The class collected canned food.
C. The collection boxes quickly filled up.
Bees collect nectar from flowers to make food. As they move from flower to flower, they spread pollen. This helps plants make seeds and grow.
Which is the BEST summary?
A. Bees collect nectar from flowers.
B. Plants grow from seeds.
C. Bees help plants grow while gathering food.
D. Pollen sticks to bees.
C. Bees help plants grow while gathering food.
Penguins Working Together
Penguins live in some of the coldest places on Earth. During the winter, they huddle closely together to stay warm in freezing temperatures. Penguin parents also share the job of protecting and caring for their eggs. By taking turns and helping one another, penguins are better able to survive the harsh winter weather. Working together helps penguins stay safe and care for their young.
What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Penguins live in very cold places.
B. Penguin parents protect their eggs.
C. Penguins survive by working together.
D. Winter weather can be dangerous.
C. Penguins survive by working together.
The class was given thirty minutes to build the tallest tower possible. Instead of starting right away, Ava spent a few minutes studying the materials and making a plan.
Which statement is BEST supported by the information in the passage?
A. Ava works more slowly than her classmates.
B. Ava does not enjoy competitions.
C. Ava believes planning can be helpful.
D. Ava already knew how to build the tallest tower.
C. Ava believes planning can be helpful.
The desert was arid. Very little rain fell there, and most plants struggled to survive.
Which clue helps the reader understand the meaning of arid?
A. Very little rain fell there.
B. Most plants struggled to survive.
C. The desert was arid.
D. The plants survived.
A. Very little rain fell there.
A storm knocked down tree branches, flooded roads, and caused power outages throughout town.
Which detail does NOT support the idea that the storm caused major problems?
A. Tree branches were knocked down.
B. Roads were flooded.
C. Power outages occurred.
D. The storm happened during spring.
D. The storm happened during spring.
Mae Jemison loved learning about science when she was a child. She worked hard in school and later became a doctor. Even though becoming an astronaut was a difficult goal, she never gave up. In 1992, Mae Jemison traveled into space. After her mission, she continued to encourage young people to study science and follow their dreams. Her achievements have inspired many people around the world.
Which detail is LEAST important to include in a summary?
A. Mae Jemison traveled into space.
B. Mae Jemison inspired many people.
C. Mae Jemison worked hard to achieve her goals.
D. Mae Jemison loved science when she was young.
D. Mae Jemison loved science when she was young.
Learning from Failure
Many people think inventors create successful inventions on their first try, but that is rarely true. Inventors often test their ideas many times before they work. When something fails, they study what went wrong and make changes. Each mistake helps them learn and improve their design. By continuing to work through challenges, inventors can eventually create successful inventions.
What is the main idea of the passage?
Successful inventions take time and learning from mistakes.
The science fair judges spent several minutes at Zoe's display. They asked extra questions and wrote many notes before moving on.
What can the reader MOST LIKELY infer?
A. The judges found Zoe's project interesting.
B. Zoe forgot part of her project.
C. Zoe's project was unfinished.
D. The judges were confused by the display.
A. The judges found Zoe's project interesting.
When the coach announced that practice would be canceled, the players were relieved.
Which sentence uses the word relieved correctly?
A. Maya was relieved when she solved the difficult puzzle.
B. Maya relieved her pencil before class.
C. Maya relieved quickly down the hallway.
D. Maya's backpack was relieved with books.
A. Maya was relieved when she solved the difficult puzzle.
When Maya noticed litter on the playground, she picked it up and threw it away. Later, she organized a cleanup day and invited her classmates to help.
Which detail BEST supports the idea that Maya is responsible?
A. Maya was on the playground.
B. Maya invited classmates to help.
C. Maya picked up litter and organized a cleanup day.
D. Maya noticed litter.
C. Maya picked up litter and organized a cleanup day.
Forests are important to life on Earth. They provide homes for many animals, including birds, insects, and mammals. Forests also help clean the air by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen. Their roots hold soil in place, which helps prevent erosion. In addition, forests support healthy ecosystems by providing food, shelter, and resources for living things.
A student writes this summary:
"Forests are places where animals live."
What is the biggest problem with this summary?
A. It is too broad.
B. It includes an opinion.
C. It leaves out several important ideas from the text.
D. It contains incorrect information.
C. It leaves out several important ideas from the text.
In many cities, green roofs are becoming more common. A green roof is covered with plants instead of traditional roofing materials. These roofs can absorb rainwater, which helps reduce flooding during storms. They also help keep buildings cooler in the summer, reducing the need for air conditioning. In addition, green roofs provide habitats for birds and insects. Although they can cost more to install, many people believe their environmental benefits make them worthwhile.
What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Green roofs provide several environmental benefits.
B. Green roofs help keep buildings cooler in the summer.
C. Birds and insects can live on green roofs.
D. Green roofs cost more than traditional roofs.
A. Green roofs provide several environmental benefits.
For the past month, Ethan arrived at school early to work on his science project. He spent time researching, testing ideas, and making improvements when things did not work as planned. On the day of the science fair, his project earned first place. When his teacher congratulated him, Ethan thanked her and said he was already thinking about how to make the project even better.
Question:
Which statement is BEST supported by the information in the passage?
A. Ethan enjoys science more than any other subject.
B. Ethan expected to win first place from the beginning.
C. Ethan's success was the result of hard work and persistence.
D. Ethan worked on the project because his teacher required it.
C. Ethan's success was the result of hard work and persistence.
Which word shows the STRONGEST feeling?
A. Happy
B. Pleased
C. Delighted
D. Ecstatic
D. Ecstatic
Jordan forgot his homework once, so he began packing his backpack the night before school. He also started using a planner to keep track of assignments.
Which sentence from the passage BEST supports the conclusion that Jordan learned from his mistake?
A. Jordan forgot his homework once.
B. He began packing his backpack the night before school.
C. He used a backpack.
D. Jordan went to school.
B. He began packing his backpack the night before school.
Every fall, many birds migrate to warmer places. They travel long distances to find food and avoid cold weather. Some birds fly thousands of miles before reaching their winter homes. In the spring, they return to the areas where they nest and raise their young.
A student writes this summary:
"Bird migration is amazing because birds fly thousands of miles to warmer places each year."
What is the biggest problem with this summary?
A. It focuses on only one detail.
B. It contains an opinion.
C. It leaves out all of the important information.
D. It includes incorrect information.
B. It contains an opinion.