Reading Comprehension
"The path was dim and the air was chilly. As they walked deeper into the cave, the children grew more uneasy, glancing around with wide eyes."
What does the word “uneasy” most likely mean?
A. Excited
B. Nervous
C. Curious
D. Sleepy
B. Nervous
"The generous woman donated blankets and food to the shelter during the storm."
What does “generous” most likely mean?
A. Selfish
B. Kind and giving
C. Loud and funny
D. Cold and quiet
B. Kind and giving
"he goes to the store every saturday."
Fix the sentence.
He goes to the store every Saturday.
"Pizza is my favorite food. I like it with cheese, pepperoni, and even pineapple. It’s the best meal after a long day."
What should this paragraph start with?
A topic sentence like: "Pizza is a delicious and popular food."
"Lila slammed her backpack on the floor and didn’t talk during dinner. She stared at her plate and picked at her food."
What can you infer about how Lila is feeling?
She is likely upset or angry.
"Maria loved spending time in the garden with her grandma. They planted colorful flowers, pulled weeds, and watched bees fly from bloom to bloom. Gardening helped Maria feel peaceful and connected to nature."
What is the main idea of this passage?
The main idea is that Maria enjoys gardening with her grandma because it helps her feel peaceful and connected to nature.
"After hearing the good news, Emily danced around the room with a big smile on her face."
What is a synonym for “happy”?
Joyful, excited, glad
Add correct punctuation: "Can you help me with my homework"
Can you help me with my homework?
"In conclusion, planting a garden can be fun and good for the environment."
What is the purpose of this sentence in a piece of writing?
To wrap up ideas and give a final thought.
"Did you hear about the duck who became a chef? He really knew how to quack an egg!"
What is the author’s purpose?
A. To inform
B. To persuade
C. To entertain
D. To describe
C. To entertain
"Dogs are the best pets in the world. They are playful and friendly. Some dogs can even be trained to help people with disabilities."
What is the difference between a fact and an opinion in this passage?
"Dogs are the best pets in the world" is an opinion. "Some dogs can be trained to help people with disabilities" is a fact.
"The dog was unfriendly and barked at everyone who walked by."
What does the prefix “un-” in “unfriendly” mean?
A. Very
B. Always
C. Not
D. Like
C. Not
"we wanted to go to the store we decided to stay home"
Fix the sentence
We wanted to go to the store, but we decided to stay home.
What are supporting details?
Facts or examples that support the main idea.
"Title: How Tornadoes Form. Heading: Tornado Safety.
Caption of a photo: A photo showing damage from a tornado."
How do these text features help the reader?
They organize information and support understanding.
"Snow covered the rooftops, and the streets were empty except for a few kids throwing snowballs. Inside, the fire crackled as Elena sipped hot cocoa."
Where does this story take place?
A. A sunny beach in summer
B. A neighborhood in winter
C. A busy city in spring
D. A classroom during lunch
B. A neighborhood in winter
"Tom was too afraid to go into the dark attic, even though his brother went in first."
What is an antonym for “brave”?
Afraid, scared, timid
What is a conjunction?
A. A punctuation mark
B. A word that joins sentences
C. A type of verb
D. A kind of noun
B. A word that joins sentences
Which is a way to organize an informational writing piece?
A. Rhyming pattern
B. Alphabetical order
C. Chronological order
D. Emotional appeal
C. Chronological order
"At first, Marcus was shy and didn’t want to present. But after practicing with his friends, he gave a confident speech in front of the class."
How did Marcus change?
A. He became more nervous.
B. He stopped going to school.
C. He became more confident.
D. He forgot his speech.
C. He became more confident
"Jayden wanted to give up after failing his spelling test. But he studied harder the next week, asked his teacher for help, and eventually earned an A. He learned that hard work pays off."
What is the theme of this story?
The theme is perseverance or hard work leads to success.
"Reluctantly, Mia handed over her phone, knowing she had broken the rules by using it during class."
What does “reluctantly” mean?
Unwillingly or with hesitation
"The tall boy ran down the hill."
Identify the subject of the sentence
The tall boy
"First, I gathered all my supplies. Next, I followed the directions carefully. Finally, I admired my finished birdhouse."
Which of these is a transition word used in the paragraph?
A. Gathered
B. Finished
C. Carefully
D. First
D. First
"Sasha trained hard for the swim meet. She woke up early to practice, ate healthy meals, and stayed focused. On the day of the race, she won first place."
Write a one sentence summary of this passage.
Sasha trained hard and won first place at her swim meet.