Context Clues
Read the following sentences.
Alexandra was elated after learning she earned a 100 on her research report. She was smiling from ear to ear all day.
Which of the following is a synonym for the word elated?
A)Delighted
B)Angry
C)Successful
D)Smart
A)Delighted
Read the sentence below.
The light from the moon glistened and shimmered in the dancing waves of the ocean.
This description helps the reader picture__
A) the way the moonlight looks on the ocean.
B) the sounds of the ocean waves.
C) how the narrator feels at the ocean.
D) how bright the moon is.
A) the way the moonlight looks on the ocean.
What is the difference between the poet and the speaker?
The poet is the author of the poem.
The speaker is the narrator of the poem.
Sometimes they are the same, but they do not have to be.
Read the passage:
Lena looked out the window and sighed. The rain was still falling, and her soccer game had been canceled. She grabbed her book and curled up on the couch, deciding to read until the storm passed.
How is Lena feeling at the beginning of the passage?
A. Excited
B. Tired
C. Disappointed
D. Confused
C. Disappointed
Read the passage:
Jacob walked into the kitchen and saw cake crumbs on the floor. His little brother stood nearby with chocolate on his face and a big smile.
What can you infer happened before Jacob walked in?
A. His brother made the cake.
B. His brother cleaned the kitchen.
C. His brother ate some cake.
D. His brother dropped his lunch.
C. His brother ate some cake.
Read the following sentences.
Mr. Dover’s pickup truck is gigantic. The wheels alone are as tall as I am!
What is an antonym for the word gigantic?
Tiny
Small
Teeny
Minuscule
Microscopic
Miniature
Read the sentences below.
Caleb’s face suddenly felt as hot as the sun and the lump in his throat grew to the size of a grapefruit as the class laughed at his incorrect answer. He sank in his chair, wishing he hadn’t said anything at all.
Why did the author include imagery in these sentences?
A) To suggest that Caleb is a quiet student.
B) To show that Caleb is hot.
C) To suggest that Caleb is choking.
D) To show that Caleb is embarrassed.
D) To show that Caleb is embarrassed.
Read the poem.
Check your work,
And try your best!
I know you’re going
To pass that test!
Which of these lines from the poem rhyme?
A) Lines 1 and 4
B) Lines 2 and 3
C) Lines 1 and 2
D) Lines 2 and 4
D) Lines 2 and 4
Read the passage:
Carlos brought in a box and set it on the table. “I found this in the attic!” he said. Inside were old photographs, letters, and a tiny silver key. Carlos and his sister began to look through the items, wondering where the key might fit.
What might happen next in the story?
A. Carlos will throw the box away.
B. They will look for what the key opens.
C. The photos will disappear.
D. Carlos will lose the key.
B. They will look for what the key opens.
Read the passage:
Lila put on her rain boots and grabbed her umbrella. She looked out the window at the gray sky and sighed.
What is Lila most likely going to do next?
A. Go play in the snow
B. Stay inside and watch TV
C. Go outside in the rain
D. Put on her swimsuit
C. Go outside in the rain
Read the following sentence.
Mrs. Garcia is going to present all of the students with their certificates at the awards ceremony.
Which meaning best matches the way the word present was used in the sentence above?
A) (noun) a gift
B) (verb) to introduce someone or something
C) (verb) to give something to someone
D) (adj.) when someone or something is here
C) (verb) to give something to someone
Which sentence best helps the reader visualize what the cafeteria sounded like?
A) The cafeteria was full of kindergarteners.
B) Everyone was talking about the new super hero movie.
C) The roar of their chatter was as loud as a jet engine.
D) Mrs. Smith had to come in and tell everyone to be quiet.
C) The roar of their chatter was as loud as a jet engine.
What is a stanza?
A group of lines in a poem.
Read the passage:
Bees are important insects that help flowers grow. As they fly from flower to flower, they carry pollen with them. This helps plants make seeds and grow new flowers. Without bees, many plants would not grow as well.
What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Bees are dangerous insects.
B. Bees only fly in the summer.
C. Bees help plants grow by spreading pollen.
D. Bees make honey for people to eat.
C. Bees help plants grow by spreading pollen.
Read the passage:
Marcus’s eyes grew wide when he opened the box. He gasped and smiled, then ran to show his mom what was inside.
What can you infer about the box?
A. It was empty.
B. It had something surprising and exciting inside.
C. It had something scary inside.
D. It had something boring inside.
B. It had something surprising and exciting inside.
Read the passage:
“The Great Cleanup”
Every spring, volunteers gather at Lake Pine to clean up the park and hiking trails. Last year, over 200 bags of trash were collected in just one day! Families and students joined together to make a big difference for nature. This year’s event will be held on April 20th, and all are welcome to attend and help out. Gloves, water, and snacks will be provided.
Why did the author most likely write this passage?
A. To tell a story about hiking in nature
B. To inform readers about the lake’s history
C. To explain how pollution harms the environment
D. To persuade people to join the cleanup event
D. To persuade people to join the cleanup event
Read the sentences below.
Kayla and her friends went to their neighborhood park for the “Movie in the Park” night on Saturday. They forgot to bring a blanket, so they had to sit on the grass. The dry, crunchy blades of grass prickled her legs. She wished she could run home and grab a blanket, but the movie already started.
Which sentence helps the reader imagine Kayla’s experience while sitting on the grass?
A) Kayla and her friends went to their neighborhood park for the “Movie in the Park” night on Saturday.
B)They forgot to bring a blanket, so they had to sit on the grass.
C)The dry, crunchy blades of grass prickled her legs.
D)She wished she could run home and grab a blanket, but the movie already started
C) The dry, crunchy blades of grass prickled her legs.
Read the poem:
The moon is a silver balloon,
Floating softly in the night.
It glows above the quiet town,
With calm and gentle light.
Which line shows a metaphor?
A. “With calm and gentle light”
B. “The moon is a silver balloon”
C. “It glows above the quiet town”
D. “Floating softly in the night”
B. “The moon is a silver balloon”
Read the passage:
Maya had never been on a boat before. As it moved across the lake, she held onto the rail and looked at the rippling water. At first, she felt nervous, but soon she smiled and laughed with her family as the breeze brushed her face.
What change happens to Maya during the story?
A. She becomes bored with the boat ride.
B. She gets seasick from the waves.
C. She goes from feeling scared to enjoying the ride.
D. She decides she never wants to go on a boat again.
C. She goes from feeling scared to enjoying the ride.
Read the passage:
Emma stared at the poster on the wall: “Science Fair – This Friday!” She looked at her empty notebook and then at the clock. It was already 7:30 p.m. She sighed, grabbed her pencil, and got to work.
What can you infer about Emma’s situation?
A. She has already finished her project.
B. She forgot about the science fair and is starting late.
C. She doesn’t care about science.
D. She is helping a friend with their project.
B. She forgot about the science fair and is starting late.
Read the passage:
“Why Penguins Don’t Fly”
Many birds soar high above the ground, but penguins are different. These flightless birds have wings shaped like flippers, helping them glide through water instead of air. Penguins are powerful swimmers and can dive deep to catch fish. Their bodies are built for life in cold ocean environments, not the sky. While they can’t fly, they’re experts at surviving in icy homes.
What is the author’s main purpose for writing this passage?
A. To entertain with a story about a penguin who wants to fly
B. To persuade readers to protect penguins from extinction
C. To explain why penguins cannot fly and how they survive
D. To describe what penguins eat in the wild
C. To explain why penguins cannot fly and how they survive
Read the following sentences.
Dad’s face turned beet red, and his eyes bulged out of his head when I told him that I got sent to the principal’s office. He pursed his lips and shook his head. I thought to myself, “Man, I’m going to be grounded forever.”
This description of the narrator’s dad is included to show that he is__
A)sunburned.
B) furious with his child.
C) sad that his child got in trouble.
D) disappointed in the teacher.
B) furious with his child.
The wind whooshes through the trees,
Tickling branches with gentle tease.
Leaves dance down without a sound,
Swirling, twirling to the ground.
What sound device is used in the poem?
A. Rhyme
B. Simile
C. Dialogue
D. Question
A. Rhyme
Read the passage:
Owls are birds that hunt at night. They have excellent eyesight and can hear even the tiniest sounds. Owls use their sharp claws to catch mice, insects, and other small animals. They live in trees and are known for their “hoo-hoo” call.
What is the author’s purpose for writing this passage?
A. To tell a funny story about an owl
B. To give facts about owls
C. To show how owls build nests
D. To describe a day in the life of a mouse
B. To give facts about owls
Read the passage:
Jaden picked up his baseball glove and looked at the dark clouds rolling in. He glanced at his phone and saw three messages from teammates. With a deep sigh, he tossed his glove back on the shelf.
What can you infer about what happened?
A. Jaden is going to be late for practice.
B. Jaden’s team won the game.
C. Jaden’s practice was likely canceled because of the weather.
D. Jaden is quitting the baseball team.
C. Jaden’s practice was likely canceled because of the weather.