Vocabulary/ Context Clues
The puppy was timid when it first arrived at the shelter. It stayed behind its owner and avoided loud noises. After a few days, it slowly began to wag its tail.
What does the word timid most nearly mean?
Shy
The sun was rising over the _________. Chickens clucked near the red barn as the smell of hay filled the air. Dew covered the grass in the horses stalls.
What could you infer is the setting of this passage? HOW DO YOU KNOW?
A farm; chickens, barn, horses
Liam wanted to quit the soccer team after missing an easy goal. His coach reminded him that everyone makes mistakes and encouraged him to keep practicing. By the end of the season, Liam had improved and felt proud of himself.
What is the theme of this passage?
Keep practicing, practicing is important, everyone makes mistakes
It started to rain during the picnic. Everyone packed up quickly and ran inside. The games ended early.
What caused the games to end early?
It started to rain
Every morning, Sam packed his backpack and double-checked his homework before school. He made sure his desk was neat and his pencils were sharpened.
What character trait best describes Sam?
During the storm, the wind began to howl outside the windows. It was so loud that it sounded like a wild animal. The children huddled together on the couch.
What does the word howl mean in this passage?
Blow loudly/ make a lot of noise
Ella practiced the piano every afternoon after school. She wanted to play perfectly at the recital. Her fingers moved faster each day. Her piano teacher's name was Donna.
Who is the main character in this passage?
Ella
Every morning, Ava fed the stray cat outside her apartment. Even when it rained, she made sure the cat had food and water. Soon, the cat trusted her and followed her home.
What theme is shown in this passage?
Kindness
________ have colorful wings covered in tiny scales. They use their wings to fly from flower to flower. Many of these insects live in warm, sunny places. They are harmless and very pretty.
This passage is using the description text structure to describe what type of insect?
Butterfly
Even though the puzzle was difficult, Maya kept working on it. She tried different pieces and didn’t give up.
What character trait does Maya show?
Eli was eager to start his new book. He rushed to finish his chores so he could read. His excitement was easy to see.
What does the word eager most nearly mean?
couldn't wait
Marcus planned to ride his bike to the park. When he stepped outside, he saw that his tire was flat. He didn’t know how he would get there.
What is the problem in the story?
Flat tire
Noah forgot his homework at home and felt nervous all day. Instead of lying, he told his teacher the truth. His teacher thanked him for being honest.
What is the theme of this passage?
Honest is the best policy, honesty
First, the students gathered their supplies. Next, they mixed the ingredients together. Finally, they poured the mixture into a mold.
Which text structure does the author use?
Sequencing
Even though Ava was nervous, she volunteered to read aloud to the class. She took a deep breath and tried her best.
What character trait does Ava show?
Brave
The teacher gave explicit instructions before the experiment. She explained each step carefully and clearly. No one was confused about what to do.
What does the word explicit most nearly mean?
direct, not confusing
The class was preparing for the spelling bee. Students studied every night and quizzed each other during lunch. The contest day was getting closer. When the day finally came, some of the students were very nervous.....
Which event is part of the rising action?
Students studied every night, they quizzes each other during lunch, the contest was getting closer.
During the science fair, the volcano didn’t erupt as planned. Instead of giving up, the group explained what went wrong and what they learned. The judges praised their effort.
What theme best fits this passage?
Learn from your mistakes
Dogs are often trained to follow commands. Cats usually act more independently. Both animals can be loving pets. Dogs usually go outside to use the bathroom, but most cats use a litter box.
How are dogs and cats different, based on this passage?
Noah admitted when he accidentally broke a crayon box. He apologized and helped clean up the mess.
What character trait best describes Noah?
Honest
The desert was arid, with cracked soil and very few plants. Rain rarely fell in this area. Most animals had to travel far to find water.
What does the word arid most nearly mean?
no rain, very dry
The final question of the spelling contest was announced. Maya and Ben were tied, and the room was silent. Maya answered correctly and won.
Which sentence shows the climax of the story?
the room was silent
Ethan teased a classmate without thinking. Later, he saw how hurt the classmate felt. Ethan apologized and promised to be more careful with his words.
What is the theme of this passage?
Treat others how you want to be treated
The soccer team kept losing their games. They decided to ________________. Soon, their skills improved.
What could be the solution to their problem? (Their problem is that they keep losing)
They practiced more
Sophia practiced the violin every day after school. She wanted to improve and perform well at the concert.
What character trait does Sophia show?
Hardworking