TEXT EVIDENCE
Which detail from the nonfiction text shows that peasants had difficult lives?
A. “Knights followed a code called chivalry.”
B. “Peasants worked long hours growing crops.”
C. “The Church guided important events.”
D. “Castles protected people from invading armies.”
B. “Peasants worked long hours growing crops.”
How are Elena and medieval peasants similar?
A. Both have easy daily lives.
B. Both must work hard for their future.
C. Both live in towns.
D. Both already achieved their dreams.
B. Both must work hard for their future.
Which trait describes Elena?
A. Careless
B. Rude
C. Lazy
D. Brave
D. Brave
Where did Elena find the key?
A. In the moat
B. In a hidden room behind a carved door
C. In the courtyard
D. In the kitchen
B. In a hidden room behind a carved door
What word describes the hallway Elena walked down?
A. Bright
B. Crowded
C. Silent
D. Shadowy
D. Shadowy
Which sentence from Stonegate Castle shows Elena was determined?
A. “The torches cast dancing shapes.”
B. “The hallway was long and narrow.”
C. “Sir Cedric whispered his challenge.”
D. “She had memorized every move the knights practiced.”
D. “She had memorized every move the knights practiced.”
How is Stonegate Castle similar to nonfiction castles?
A. Both are used for markets.
B. Both belong to peasants.
C. Both protect people inside.
D. Both are made of wood.
C. Both protect people inside.
Which detail supports that Elena is brave?
A. “Sir Cedric entered the doorway.”
B. “The torches flickered.”
C. “She stepped into the shadows of Stonegate Castle.”
D. “The hallway was narrow.”
C. “She stepped into the shadows of Stonegate Castle.”
Why did knights need heavy armor?
A. To impress peasants
B. To protect against swords and arrows
C. To stay warm
D. For decoration
B. To protect against swords and arrows
Which adjective creates a mysterious mood?
A. flickering
B. warm
C. narrow
D. glowing
A. flickering
Which detail from the nonfiction text supports the idea that religion was powerful?
A. “Knights wore heavy armor.”
B. “Merchants sold goods in towns.”
C. “The Church guided births, marriages, and deaths.”
D. “Castles had moats filled with water.”
C. “The Church guided births, marriages, and deaths.”
How does Elena’s life differ from a knight’s?
A. Knights were never trained.
B. Elena trains secretly; knights trained openly.
C. Knights lived in forests.
D. Elena is the first knight trainee.
B. Elena trains secretly; knights trained openly.
What trait describes Sir Cedric?
A. Jealous
B. Untrustworthy
C. Proud
D. Encouraging
D. Encouraging
Why wasn’t Elena expected to become a knight?
A. She lived in a village.
B. She was too young.
C. She was the daughter of a cook.
D. She disliked training.
C. She was the daughter of a cook.
Which detail shows castles were strong defenses?
A. Knights practiced in courtyards.
B. Merchants visited towns.
C. Castles had moats and tall stone walls.
D. Castles had storerooms.
C. Castles had moats and tall stone walls.
Which detail from Stonegate Castle shows Elena is nervous but brave?
A. “Elena froze when she heard a sound ahead.”
B. “Sir Cedric smiled at her.”
C. “The key sparkled with a bright light.”
D. “The room filled with warm golden light.”
A. “Elena froze when she heard a sound ahead.”
What do both texts show about courage?
A. Courage only happened in battles.
B. Courage was rare.
C. Only nobles needed courage.
D. Courage helped people earn important roles.
In the nonfiction text, what trait describes peasants?
A. Wealthy
B. Hardworking
C. Careless
D. Foolish
B. Hardworking
Why were castles important?
A. They were schools.
B. They protected people during attacks.
C. They were only for festivals.
D. They were stores.
B. They protected people during attacks.
What does pedestal mean?
A. A stone wall
B. A raised platform
C. A wooden chair
D. A type of torch
B. A raised platform
Which quote from the nonfiction text shows why towns grew during the Middle Ages?
A. “Battles were fought with swords.”
B. “Towns became busy gathering places where people traded goods.”
C. “Castles served as both homes and fortresses.”
D. “Children rarely attended school.”
B. “Towns became busy gathering places where people traded goods.”
Which idea appears in BOTH texts?
A. Children had no responsibilities.
B. Hard work and training were important for success.
C. Castles had no real purpose.
D. People traveled mostly by ship.
B. Hard work and training were important for success.
What trait describes monks and nuns?
A. Competitive
B. Angry
C. Adventurous
D. Quiet and dedicated
D. Quiet and dedicated
What does Elena lifting the key symbolize?
A. She is leaving the castle.
B. Her journey toward becoming a knight has begun.
C. She finished her training.
D. She is now wealthy.
B. Her journey toward becoming a knight has begun.
What does fortress mean?
A. A bridge
B. A school
C. A marketplace
D. A strong defensive building
D. A strong defensive building