Text Clues I
People who can back up an opinion about a text with textual evidence are taken more seriously than people who can only give a reason of “just because."
a) True b) False
People who can back up an opinion about a text with textual evidence are taken more seriously than people who can only give a reason of “just because."
a) True
Tim looked out the window. The house looked so lonely. Tim's father put the last suitcase in the trunk and started up the car. Thor, his dog, put his head on Tim's lap, like he understood how Tim was feeling. "It's okay Thor," he said. "Dad says we will like California."
How would you describe what is happening in this passage?
a) Tim is sad because he has to give away his dog.
b) Tim is taking a trip to visit people he doesn't know, and he is scared.
c) Tim is taking Thor to live with his grandmother for a while.
d) Tim is moving to California with his family.
How would you describe what is happening in this passage?
d) Tim is moving to California with his family.
They weren’t on the hook by the phone, and they weren’t in her backpack. Alison checked the pockets of the jacket she’d worn the day before, but they weren’t there either. She looked at her watch and realized she would be late for school if she didn’t leave soon.
What is Alison looking for?
a) Her keys b) Her car
c) Her lipstick d) Her smoothie
What is Alison looking for?
a) Her keys
She had finally gotten used to being weightless. It became a comfortable feeling. It was indescribable being able to see the Earth below.
Who is the person described?
a) An astronaut b) A scuba diver
c) An airline pilot d) A gymnast
Who is the person described?
a) An astronaut
Which sentence suggests that Joanna rode her bike to school?
a) Joanna's hair was a little messy when she got to school.
b) Joanna went four blocks on her way to school.
c) Joanna had to put her helmet inside her locker.
d) Joanna crossed three streets on her way to school.
Which sentence suggests that Joanna rode her bike to school?
c) Joanna had to put her helmet inside her locker.
Every day after work Paul took his muddy boots off on the steps of the front porch. Alice would have a fit if the boots made it so far as the welcome mat. He then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning. On his way in the house, he dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up the stairs to the shower as he was instructed. He would eat dinner with her after he was "presentable," as Alice had often said.
What can you infer Paul's job is?
a) lawyer b) teacher
c) construction worker d) police officer
What can you infer Paul's job is?
d) construction worker
The scout leader looked at the sky and muttered something under his breath. Then he looked at the map. "Let's get moving!" he called to the group of tired boys. "The faster the better."
What is the most likely reason the scout leader started rushing the boys?
a) They were going to be late for dinner.
b) They were going to miss their ride that was waiting for them.
c) It was going to rain soon.
d) There were bears in that area.
What is the most likely reason the scout leader started rushing the boys?
c) It was going to rain soon.
Sometimes we have to “read between the lines.” Authors don’t always tell us everything. We often need to use textual evidence and prior knowledge to understand a text better.
a) True b) False
Sometimes we have to “read between the lines.” Authors don’t always tell us everything. We often need to use textual evidence and prior knowledge to understand a text better.
a) True
Choose the sentence which best supports the statement, "Don't judge a book by its cover."
a) A Ferrari is an expensive car.
b) That school has old buildings, and the gym is small, but the teachers are great, and most of the students say they are happy there.
c) The run-down neighborhood suffers from high crime too.
d) My grandma's cookies look delicious, and they taste even better!
Choose the sentence which best supports the statement, "Don't judge a book by its cover."
b) That school has old buildings, and the gym is small, but the teachers are great, and most of the students say they are happy there.
Tiffany held her breath as her teacher returned the English tests. She had barely studied for the test, and she was worried about her grade. Her teacher handed Tiffany her test. She looked at it, sighed, and put her head down on her desk.
It is likely that Tiffany:
a) Earned a bad grade on the test.
b) Is tired from staying up late.
c) Received a good grade on the test.
d) Is angry at her teacher.
Tiffany held her breath as her teacher returned the English tests. She had barely studied for the test, and she was worried about her grade. Her teacher handed Tiffany her test. She looked at it, sighed, and put her head down on her desk.
It is likely that Tiffany:
a) Earned a bad grade on the test.
Every day after work Paul took his muddy boots off on the steps of the front porch. Alice would have a fit if the boots made it so far as the welcome mat. He then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning. On his way in the house, he dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up the stairs to the shower as he was instructed. He would eat dinner with her after he was "presentable," as Alice had often said.
Which clue(s) from the text tell you what Paul's job is?
a) He has tools. b) He is tired.
c) His boots are muddy, and his overalls are dusty.
d) He goes straight upstairs to shower.
Which clues from the text tell you what Paul's job is?
c) His boots are muddy, and his overalls are dusty.
Isaac and Caitlin were choosing the players for their teams. It was Caitlin's turn to choose, and only Jason was left. Caitlin said, "Jason."
We can infer from the text that…
a) Jason was the best player.
b) Caitlin had a crush on Jason.
c) Jason was not a very good player.
d) Caitlin had a hard time choosing a team member.
We can infer from the text that…
c) Jason was not a very good player.
If you were answering the question "Is Kayla a good student?", which of the following would be an important detail?
a) Kayla is 13 years old.
b) Kayla goes to a private school.
c) Kayla enjoys reading, and she always completes her assignments to the best of her ability.
d) Kayla speaks two languages.
If you were answering the question "Is Kayla a good student?", which of the following would be an important detail?
c) Kayla enjoys reading, and she always completes her assignments to the best of her ability.
Choose the sentence which provides the best evidence supporting this idea: "Best friends are always there for you."
a) Jessica always talks about Michelle when she isn't around.
b) Jessica always helps Michelle when she needs support.
c) Michelle copies Jessica's homework frequently.
d) Michelle bought Jessica a nice birthday present.
Choose the sentence which provides the best evidence supporting this idea: "Best friends are always there for you."
b) Jessica always helps Michelle when she needs support.
Based on the context clues in the text below, "ecstatic" means:
Jonathan was ecstatic when his parents gave him a puppy for his birthday. He had wanted a dog for years.
a) nervous b) discouraged
c) excited d) thoughtful
Based on the context clues in the text below, "ecstatic" means:
Jonathan was ecstatic when his parents gave him a puppy for his birthday. He had wanted a dog for years.
c) excited
Every day after work Paul took his muddy boots off on the steps of the front porch. Alice would have a fit if the boots made it so far as the welcome mat. He then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning. On his way in the house, he dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up the stairs to the shower as he was instructed. He would eat dinner with her after he was "presentable," as Alice had often said.
From the text, you can infer that Alice is someone who is...
a) Carefree and calm b) A good cook
c) Depressed d) Clean and controlling
From the text, you can infer that Alice is someone who is...
d) Clean and controlling
Before the 1800s, people didn't have right or left shoes. Shoes of just one shape were used for both feet. When people first saw right and left shoes, they laughed. They called them "crooked shoes."
From this text, you can infer that shoes before 1800:
a) didn't fit very well b) didn't look alike
c) were pretty d) were good-quality
From this text, you can infer that shoes before 1800:
a) didn't fit very well
Maria walked down the street with her head hanging down; her soccer team had just lost their first game. She couldn't wait to get home and text her best friend. Maybe then she would feel better.
Which detail(s) from the text tells you how Maria is feeling?
a) She has lost her first game.
b) Her head is hanging down.
c) She is walking down the street.
d) Maybe she will feel better after texting her friend.
Which detail(s) from the text tells you how Maria is feeling?
b) Her head is hanging down.
d) Maybe she will feel better after texting her friend.
It's a good thing we were all wearing seat belts when the turbulence hit!
Based on the text, which of the following most likely happened?
a) A family was on a road trip and hit a pothole.
b) A boat went over some waves.
c) A plane had gone through a storm.
d) There are not enough details to answer the question.
Based on the text, which of the following most likely happened?
c) A plane had gone through a storm.
Based on the context clues in the text below, "disregard" means ________________.
Mrs. Baker told the students, "Please disregard problem #4 on the quiz. Just skip ahead to #5."
a) solve b) cross out c) ignore d) answer
Based on the context clues in the passage below, "disregard" means ________________.
Mrs. Baker told the students, "Please disregard problem #4 on the quiz. Just skip ahead to #5."
c) ignore
Every day after work Paul took his muddy boots off on the steps of the front porch. Alice would have a fit if the boots made it so far as the welcome mat. He then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning. On his way in the house, he dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up the stairs to the shower as he was instructed. He would eat dinner with her after he was "presentable," as Alice had often said.
What type of relationship do Paul and Alice most likely have?
a) They are brother and sister.
b) They are co-workers who live together.
c) Alice is Paul's landlady.
d) They are husband and wife.
What type of relationship do Paul and Alice most likely have?
d) They are husband and wife.
Some breeds of dog are called "herding breeds." In many cultures dogs are used to herd sheep. Dogs keep the flock from being attacked by animals such as wolves. They also keep sheep from wandering off. Sheepdogs also are popular pets because they are known for their loyalty and gentleness.
Based on the text, you can infer that:
a) Sheepdogs are not very smart dogs.
b) Sheepdogs are gentle and loyal.
c) There are many breeds of dogs.
d) Only farmers own sheepdogs.
Based on the text, you can infer that:
b) Sheepdogs are gentle and loyal.
The water felt so good on such a blazing hot day! Jack heard the other kids laughing and yelling. The concrete was wet from a group of teenagers splashing each other in the corner. A lifeguard shouted at some kids to stop running.
This text describes a scene at a public pool. Which detail from the text *best* proves this?
a) The water felt so good....
b) Jack heard the other kids laughing....
c) A lifeguard shouted....
d) The concrete was wet...
This text describes a scene at a public pool. Which detail from the text *best* proves this?
c) A lifeguard shouted...
Which piece of evidence could be used to best support this claim:
High school students should be required to wear uniforms.
a) A school uniform can end up costing more than $200.
b) A student said, "Allowing us to wear our own clothes gives us a chance to show our unique style and independence."
c) School uniforms can be ordered online.
d) At one high school that recently required students to wear uniforms, attendance rates went up, and behavior incidents went down.
Which piece of evidence could be used to best support this claim:
High school students should be required to wear uniforms.
d) At one high school that recently required students to wear uniforms, attendance rates went up, and behavior incidents went down.
Select the detail that does not provide evidence for this sentence: My cat is afraid of everything.
a) He hides under the couch when I turn the microwave on.
b) He runs away when I sweep the floor.
c) He jumps every time the doorbell rings.
d) He meows whenever he sees me.
Select the detail that does not provide evidence for this sentence: My cat is afraid of everything.
d) He meows whenever he sees me.