Vocabulary
What does the word anxious most likely mean?
“Lena felt anxious before walking onto the stage.”
A. relaxed
B. nervous
C. excited
D. angry
B. nervous
Dogs are popular pets because they are loyal, playful, and protective. What is the main idea?
Dogs make good pets.
Marcus slammed his locker shut and muttered under his breath after math class. What can you infer?
Marcus is upset or frustrated.
“The stars danced across the sky.”
What figurative language is used?
personification
First, Mia mixed the ingredients. Next, she baked the cake. What text structure is used?
chronological order
What does the word fortunate mean?
A. unlucky
B. dangerous
C. lucky
D. confusing
C. lucky
Recycling helps reduce trash in landfills and protects the environment. What is the main idea?
Recycling helps the environment.
Ava packed sunscreen, towels, and flip-flops into her bag. Where is Ava probably going?
The beach or pool.
“He was as fast as lightning.”
What figurative language is used?
simile
Because the roads were icy, school started late.
What text structure is used?
cause and effect
What does the prefix re- mean?
A. before
B. again
C. not
D. under
B. again
School lunches have changed over the years to include healthier foods like fruits and vegetables. What is the main idea?
School lunches are becoming healthier.
Ethan checked the clock every few seconds while waiting by the window. What can you infer?
Ethan is nervous or excited for something to happen.
“The classroom was a zoo.”
What figurative language is used?
metaphor
Cats are independent, while dogs often require more attention.
What text structure is used?
compare and contrast
What does the word conflict most nearly mean?
A. celebration
B. argument or struggle
C. friendship
D. journey
B. argument or struggle
Video games can improve problem-solving skills, but too much screen time can negatively affect sleep. What is the main idea?
Video games have both positive and negative effects.
The audience jumped to their feet clapping after the performance. What can you infer?
The audience enjoyed the performance.
“Boom! The thunder shook the windows.”
What figurative language is used?
onomatopoeia
The cafeteria was noisy, so the principal created a quieter lunch schedule.
What text structure is used?
problem and solution
What does the root word spect mean?
A. hear
B. write
C. look
D. carry
C. look
Scientists continue studying space because they hope to discover planets that may support life. What is the main idea?
Scientists explore space to search for life.
Maya reread the directions three times before starting the assignment. What can you infer?
Maya wants to make sure she understands
“I’ve told you a million times!”
What figurative language is used?
hyperbole
Tornadoes form differently from hurricanes even though both are dangerous storms.
What text structure is used?
compare and contrast