Vocabulary
What is a synonym for tense in this sentence? Do you feel a little tense before you take a test?
a. anxious
b. welcome
c. thirsty
d. smart
a. anxious
The following question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.
Part A What problem did Danny, Petou, and Anita face?
A They were not very good players.
B They joined the team late in the season.
C They were blamed when the team lost.
D They were late for the Bombers game.
Part B Which sentence from the story best supports your answer for Part A?
A Travis, who was our best forward, called us “the wimps” and said we weren’t good enough to play on the team.
B I arrived at the station late and out of breath.
C I joined the team late in the season, along with my friends Petou and Anita.
D At first Petou, Anita, and I played well and were part of the team.
B They joined the team late in the season.
C I joined the team late in the season, along with my friends Petou and Anita.
What does the word commotion mean in this sentence? The storm caused a commotion at doggy daycare.
a. a flood
b. a joyful sound
c. a new idea.
d. a noisy confusion
d. a noisy confusion
Why did the cheering become a roar when Bob walked to the Wolves’ bench?
A Anita scored in a wild scramble.
B He was coming home to rest an injured shoulder.
C We were going into overtime.
D They were excited to see a professional athlete at the game.
D They were excited to see a professional athlete at the game.
What is a synonym for piercing in this sentence? The silence was followed by a piercing shout.
a. grandstand
b. loud
c. dandy
d. cabbage
b. loud
What inference can you make about Coach Matteau?
A He played pro hockey.
B He respects Bob.
C He hates to lose.
D He has a big family.
B He respects Bob.
What does the word opponent most likely mean in this sentence? My opponent in the game is really good.
a. the field where a game is played
b. cheers made by fans
c. someone who plays against you
d. a meeting held before the game
c. someone who plays against you
Why did Danny play goalie?
A His brother played goal, too.
B He couldn’t wear skates.
C He was small but fast.
D His friends were better players
B He couldn't wear skates.
What does the word managed mean in this sentence? My mother managed to get us tickets to the big game.
a. called and told some friends
b. checked the morning mail
c. was able to do something
d. let other people help out
c. was able to do something
How do you know that Danny was nervous about the penalty shot?
A Petou was off the ice.
B He felt dizzy.
C His opponent sneered.
D Bob was in the stands.
B He felt dizzy.