Comprehension
Inferences
Contractions
Vocabulary
Bonus
100
How would you describe Tanya: spoiled, difficult to like, like other children her age, or not strong?
Tanya is like many other children her own age.
100
The third graders at Tilden Elementary are going on a once in a lifetime field trip. They will get to see Mickey Mouse and a beautiful castle. They will also ride many rides. Where are they going?
Disney World
100
What is the correct spelling of the contraction that is made up of the words I am.
I'm
100
Define the word faded.
worn, pale
100
Why do author's use italics?
The words are important.
200
What does Grandma mean when she says that August weather is meant to be eased on through?
August is very hot, so you should move slowly.
200
Drew's favorite subject in school uses lots of numbers. he loves to figure out the sums or differences of equations. What is his favorite subject?
Math
200
What two words make up the contraction let's?
let us
200
What word means a meeting of group members who have been apart?
reunion
200
What does the prefix re- mean?
again
300
How is the farm different from the way Tanya imagined it would be?
The farm has no horses.
300
Daniela put on her helmet. Then she checked to make sure her feflectors were on. After that she checked her brakes and tires. What is Daniela getting ready to do?
Ride a bike.
300
What is the correct spelling of the contraction made up of the words you are?
you're
300
What word means a a coming together of people?
gathering
300
What genre is Tanya's Reunion?
realistic fiction
400
Why did Grandma and her husband leave the farm after World War II?
The wanted better jobs.
400
Steven often has to walk outdoors even in heavy rains, snow storms, and extreme heat. His job is very important. Many people depend on him to get their important documents to places in a timely manner. What is Steven's job?
Mailman
400
What two words make up the contraction I'd?
I would
400
What word means contentment or happiness?
satisfied
400
What is an adverb?
A word that describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb.
500
What do you think is the author's message to the readers?
Being a part of a family includes your family heritage.
500
Lydia loves to read books. Her favorite genre are ones that give lots of clues in order to solve a problem. She loves to make inferences to solve the cases in each story. What is her favorite genre?
Mysteries
500
What contraction is made with the words will not? Be careful....this one is tricky!
won't
500
Define the word persisted.
continued repeatedly
500
What is the adverb in the following sentence? Jim quickly sprinted across the finish line.
quickly
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