Text Evidence & Theme
Grady goes to a nearby stream and encounters a black bear cub and its mother. What caused Grady to go to the stream?
a. He hoped that he would spot some frogs and insects.
b. He was checking to see whether he could go for a swim.
c. He wanted to see whether anyone was catching fish there.
d. He was trying to find his mother and younger brother.
b. He was checking to see whether he could go for a swim.
3. Read the following sentences from the text.
“Grady hated camping, but it was something his family insisted on every summer. His father liked cooking over an open fire, telling stories about how to survive things like bear attacks and swarms of bees. His mother and Jared liked to hike and take pictures of animals.”
As used in this excerpt, what does the word “insisted” most closely mean?
a. strongly said it should happen
a. put off and questioned going
c. took a long time packing
d. could not stop complaining about
a. strongly said it should happen
Choose the answer that best completes the sentence below.
_______ his family was busy at the campsite, Grady went to check out a nearby stream.
a. During
b. While
c. Therefore
d. First
b. While
Which piece of textual evidence supports that Grady was checking the stream to see if he could swim there?
a. "...Grady set off to check out the nearby stream. It was supposed to be deep enough to swim in a few places."
b. "As he neared the stream, something caught his eye."
c. "Grady slung his backpack over his shoulder and slammed the door of the car shut."
d. Even up here in the mountains, the hot stickiness of July clung to him."
a. "...Grady set off to check out the nearby stream. It was supposed to be deep enough to swim in a few places."
As used in this excerpt, what does the word “serene” most closely mean?
“The forest, which had once seemed serene and untouched, now felt ominous…”
A) Peaceful and calm
B) Dark and dangerous
C) Busy and loud
D) Wild and mysterious
A) Peaceful and calm
Read the sentence from the story:
“Grady hated camping, but it was something his family insisted on every summer.”
What does the pronoun "it" refer to in this sentence?
A) Grady
B) Summer
C) Camping
D) His family
C) camping
Reread paragraph 3.
What conclusion can you draw from this paragraph about why Grady calls Jared weird?
a. Jared spends his free time reading books and learning about bears.
b. Jared does not enjoy the family camping trip and Grady looks forward to it all year.
c. Jared is interested in outdoor activities that Grady does not enjoy.
d. Jared is afraid to swim in the nearby stream because he is worried about the fish in it.
c. Jared is interested in outdoor activities that Grady does not enjoy.
As used in this excerpt, what does the word “ominous” most closely mean?
“The forest, which had once seemed serene and untouched, now felt ominous, a place where he could easily disappear.”
A) Magical and exciting
B) Peaceful and still
C) Threatening and scary
D) Familiar and safe
C) Threatening and scary
Choose the answer that best completes the sentence below.
_______ Grady didn’t tell anyone where he was going, he ended up getting lost in the woods.
A) Unless
B) Because
C) While
D) So
B) Because
What is the main theme of the story?
A. Exploring new places can sometimes be dangerous.
B. Grady goes on a camping trip with his family and runs into a bear cub and its mother.
C. Being outside helps people enjoy nature more.
D. Spending time together can help siblings understand each other better
A. Exploring new places can sometimes be dangerous.
In the text, what does the word "calculating" mean when describing the mother bear's expression?
The mother bear was large, her fur dark and glossy, and she was staring directly at him with an expression Grady would later call "calculating."
a. Doing mathematical problems
b. Moving quickly and aggressively
c. Looking confused and uncertain
d. Making careful observations and assessments
d. Making careful observations and assessments
Choose the coordinating conjunction that best completes the sentence below.
Grady wanted to run from the bear, ______ he knew that sudden movement might make things worse.
A) or
B) and
C) so
D) but
D) but
How do Kristen's and Grady's abilities to adapt to their situations differ?
A. Kristen hesitates to take any action, while Grady immediately begins searching for solutions and takes control of his situation.
B. Kristen is quick to assess her surroundings and make decisions, while Grady struggles to adapt and is easily overwhelmed by the unfamiliar environment.
C. Kristen becomes more passive as time goes on, while Grady’s adaptability improves as he gains confidence.
D. Kristen quickly panics and makes rash decisions, while Grady calmly evaluates his environment before taking action.
B. Kristen is quick to assess her surroundings and make decisions, while Grady struggles to adapt and is easily overwhelmed by the unfamiliar environment.
Both characters experience fear in their stories. How do their fears influence the story's mood?
A. Kristen’s fear leads to her making careless decisions, while Grady’s fear causes him to remain calm and make thoughtful choices.
B. Kristen’s fear is emphasized with suspense, while Grady’s fear is downplayed to highlight his bravery.
C. Kristen's fear creates a sense of adventure and determination, while Grady’s fear creates a sense of tension and panic.
D. Kristen’s fear builds a sense of mystery, while Grady’s fear makes the situation feel lighthearted.
C. Kristen's fear creates a sense of adventure and determination, while Grady’s fear creates a sense of tension and panic.
How do Kristen's and Grady's responses to being lost differ?
A. Kristen panics and runs, while Grady calmly retraces his steps.
B. Kristen immediately calls for help, while Grady searches for food.
C. Kristen tries to find other people, while Grady stays put and waits.
D. Kristen remains calm and focused, while Grady becomes anxious and overwhelmed.
D. Kristen remains calm and focused, while Grady becomes anxious and overwhelmed.