What is this question asking for?
What skill would you need to answer this question?
"Which key idea is best supported by information in paragraphs 4 through 6?"
What is...
Main Idea
Maria saved her allowance for six months to buy the bright blue bicycle she had dreamed of. When she finally rode it home from the store, she was so excited she forgot to check the tires. The next morning, ready for a long ride, she found both tires flat. Disappointed, she almost gave up, but then remembered how hard she worked to buy the bike. She watched a video on how to patch a tube and, after a few messy tries, got the job done. Soon, she was happily pedaling down the street, feeling proud of more than just her new bike.
What is...
Hard work pays off or Don't give up when things get tough
The town park, which bordered a beautiful forest, was getting messy. People often left empty bottles and wrappers behind, and a strong wind had scattered the trash deeper into the woods. Leo and his scout troop decided to spend a Saturday cleaning up. They filled dozens of bags, their hands getting dirty and their muscles aching. By the end of the day, the forest floor was clear. Although tired, the troop felt a sense of peace and satisfaction, knowing they had respected nature and made their community better.
What is...
Leo and his scout troop spent a day cleaning up trash in the town's forest.
Is this a simile or metaphor? Tell me what two things are being compared.
The snow was a soft, white blanket covering the field.
What is...
Metaphor; snow and a white blanket
Combine these two ideas using a coordinating conjunction as a joining word:
1. The train was running late.
2. We decided to wait at the station.
What is...
The train was running late, so we decided to wait at the station.
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Which sentence best states the main message of this story?
What is...
theme
The town park, which bordered a beautiful forest, was getting messy. People often left empty bottles and wrappers behind, and a strong wind had scattered the trash deeper into the woods. Leo and his scout troop decided to spend a Saturday cleaning up. They filled dozens of bags, their hands getting dirty and their muscles aching. By the end of the day, the forest floor was clear. Although tired, the troop felt a sense of peace and satisfaction, knowing they had respected nature and made their community better.
What is...
Responsibility (or "Take care of the environment" / "Community action is important")
Marcus wasn't the tallest kid on the basketball team, or the fastest. He missed more shots than he made during the first few weeks of practice. While the other players went home right after the coach dismissed them, Marcus stayed behind. He practiced his free throws for another hour, every day. He wasn't focused on becoming a star player, just a better one. By the final game of the season, his shots were smooth and accurate, and the coach noticed his reliability on the court more than anyone else's flashiness.
What is...
Marcus improved his basketball skills by staying after practice to work on his free throws.
Is this a simile or metaphor? Tell me what two things are being compared.
Argumentative people are barking dogs that never stop.
What is...
Metaphor; argumentative people and dogs
Is this a sentence or fragment?
Ran quickly down the street.
What is..
Fragment.
DOUBLE POINTS IF YOU CAN MAKE IT A COMPLETE SENTENCE
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The author uses the word/phrase '...' in paragraph 5 most likely to
What is...
author's purpose
Grandma always made the best chocolate chip cookies. They were warm, soft, and tasted slightly of almond, though no one could ever figure out the secret ingredient. When her granddaughter, Chloe, turned twelve, Grandma handed her a small, worn cookbook. "The secret is not just the extra pinch of cinnamon," Grandma winked, "it's the love you put into sharing them." Chloe spent the afternoon baking and, sure enough, when she shared the cookies with her friends, they tasted perfect.
What is...
The importance of family tradition (or "Sharing brings happiness").
Maria saved her allowance for six months to buy the bright blue bicycle she had dreamed of. When she finally rode it home from the store, she was so excited she forgot to check the tires. The next morning, ready for a long ride, she found both tires flat. Disappointed, she almost gave up, but then remembered how hard she worked to buy the bike. She watched a video on how to patch a tube and, after a few messy tries, got the job done. Soon, she was happily pedaling down the street, feeling proud of more than just her new bike.
What is...
Maria had to fix a flat tire on her new bike, which she bought by saving her allowance.
Is this a simile or metaphor? Tell me what two things are being compared.
The worn blanket felt rough, like sandpaper, against my skin.
What is...
Simile; worn blanket and sandpaper
Identify the appositive in this statement:
My dog, a golden retriever named Buddy, loves to play fetch.
What is...
a golden retriever named Buddy
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The phrase 'A wave of fear washed over him' is an example of what literary device and suggests...
What is...
figurative language
Marcus wasn't the tallest kid on the basketball team, or the fastest. He missed more shots than he made during the first few weeks of practice. While the other players went home right after the coach dismissed them, Marcus stayed behind. He practiced his free throws for another hour, every day. He wasn't focused on becoming a star player, just a better one. By the final game of the season, his shots were smooth and accurate, and the coach noticed his reliability on the court more than anyone else's flashiness.
What is...
Dedication (or "Consistent effort leads to improvement").
Rain lashed against the window, and Maya was worried. Her fluffy orange kitten, Leo, had sneaked out that morning. She called his name near the bushes and waited under the porch, but he didn't appear. Maya remembered that Leo loved the warm, cozy blanket she kept in her closet. She quickly grabbed the blanket, placed it on the porch swing, and went inside to wait. An hour later, the rain stopped, and a small, soggy ball of orange fur was curled up on the blanket. Compassion and understanding Leo's habits had saved the day.
What is...
Maya found her lost kitten, Leo, by using her knowledge of the kitten's favorite blanket to lure him home during a rainstorm.
Is this a simile or metaphor? Tell me what two things are being compared.
The runner was a gazelle, swiftly passing all of her competitors.
What is...
Metaphor; runner and gazelle
There is an appositive in this statement. Identify where the commas need to go:
Mr. Harrison my history teacher assigned a long project.
What is...
Mr. Harrison, my history teacher, assigned a long project.
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Which sentence from the selection best reveals the narrator's feelings about...?
What is...
inference
Rain lashed against the window, and Maya was worried. Her fluffy orange kitten, Leo, had sneaked out that morning. She called his name near the bushes and waited under the porch, but he didn't appear. Maya remembered that Leo loved the warm, cozy blanket she kept in her closet. She quickly grabbed the blanket, placed it on the porch swing, and went inside to wait. An hour later, the rain stopped, and a small, soggy ball of orange fur was curled up on the blanket. Compassion and understanding Leo's habits had saved the day.
What is...
Empathy/Compassion (or "Knowing someone well helps you care for them").
Grandma always made the best chocolate chip cookies. They were warm, soft, and tasted slightly of almond, though no one could ever figure out the secret ingredient. When her granddaughter, Chloe, turned twelve, Grandma handed her a small, worn cookbook. "The secret is not just the extra pinch of cinnamon," Grandma winked, "it's the love you put into sharing them." Chloe spent the afternoon baking and, sure enough, when she shared the cookies with her friends, they tasted perfect.
What is...
A grandmother passes down her secret cookie recipe (and life lesson) to her granddaughter.
Is this a simile or metaphor? Tell me what two things are being compared.
After working out, his legs felt like rubber bands.
What is...
Simile; his legs and rubber bands
Combine these two sentences using appositives:
The Mona Lisa is famous for its subtle smile. It is a masterpiece by Leonardo da Vinci.
What is...
The Mona Lisa, a masterpiece by Leonardo da Vinci, is famous for its subtle smile.