The Lorax
Which word BEST describes the Lorax?
A. Selfish
B. Careless
C. Protective
D. Greedy
C. Protective
Which word best describes the Grinch at the beginning of the story?
A. Generous
B. Cheerful
C. Miserable
D. Helpful
What is the MAIN problem in the story?
A. Horton wants to move to a new home.
B. The other animals do not believe the Whos exist.
C. The Whos want Horton to leave the jungle.
D. The Sour Kangaroo wants to help Horton.
B. The other animals do not believe the Whos exist.
In which book does the Cat balance something on his head?
The Cat in the Hat!
Where does most of the story take place?
A. In one small town
B. In a classroom
C. In many imagined places and situations
D. On a mountain
C. In many imagined places and situations
Which detail from the story helps describe the setting?
A. The Lorax argues with the Once-ler.
B. The land becomes polluted and empty.
C. The Once-ler sells Thneeds.
D. The boy listens carefully.
B. The land becomes polluted and empty.
Why does the Grinch decide to steal Christmas?
A. He wants to help the Whos celebrate.
B. He dislikes the noise and joy of Christmas.
C. He needs presents for himself.
D. He plans to move away from Mount Crumpit.
B. He dislikes the noise and joy of Christmas.
How is the problem solved in the story?
A. Horton gives up protecting the Whos.
B. The Whos move to another clover.
C. The Whos make enough noise for others to hear them.
D. The jungle animals leave the forest.
C. The Whos make enough noise for others to hear them.
1. Which statement explains a similarity between the two texts?
A. The Cat visits different neighborhoods.
B. The children invite the Cat inside the house.
C. The Cat creates a problem inside the house.
D. The mother is home during the events.
C. The Cat creates a problem inside the house.
Which idea is presented FIRST in the book?
A. You may face challenges and waiting places.
B. You are off to great places.
C. You will become stuck.
D. You will return home.
B. You are off to great places.
Which TWO traits describe the Once-ler during MOST of the story?
☐ Greedy
☐ Thoughtful
☐ Careless
☐ Responsible
1. Greedy
2. Careless
Which TWO traits describe the Grinch during the middle of the story?
☐ Sneaky
☐ Kind
☐ Mean
☐ Brave
1. Sneaky
2. Mean
What is the effect of Horton protecting the clover?
A. The Whos become angry with him.
B. The jungle animals try to take the clover away.
C. Horton forgets about the Whos.
D. The Whos leave the speck.
B. The jungle animals try to take the clover away.
2. How is the problem in the two stories different?
A. In both stories, the Cat leaves without cleaning.
B. In the first story, the Cat makes a mess. In the second story, the Cat leaves a pink stain.
C. In the first story, the fish causes trouble. In the second story, the fish is missing.
D. In both stories, the house floods.
B. In the first story, the Cat makes a mess. In the second story, the Cat leaves a pink stain.
How does the speaker want the reader to feel at the beginning of the book?
A. Nervous about the future
B. Excited and confident about new adventures
C. Angry about growing up
D. Confused about where to go
B. Excited and confident about new adventures
How does the Once-ler change by the end of the story?
A. He continues to build factories.
B. He becomes more greedy.
C. He feels regret and gives the last seed to the boy.
D. He blames the Lorax for the damage.
C. He feels regret and gives the last seed to the boy.
How does the Grinch change by the end of the story?
A. He becomes more selfish.
B. He becomes kinder and joins the Whos.
C. He leaves Mount Crumpit forever.
D. He decides to steal more holidays.
B. He becomes kinder and joins the Whos.
Which text structure best describes Horton Hears a Who!?
A. Cause and effect
B. Problem and solution
C. Compare and contrast
D. Description
B. Problem and solution
In which book does the fish warn the children?
BOTH!
Which statement best describes a central message of the book?
A. Life is always easy.
B. Only adults can make good choices.
C. You will face challenges, but you can succeed.
D. It is better to stay where it is safe.
C. You will face challenges, but you can succeed.
Which statement describes a central message of the story?
A. Factories are always bad.
B. It is important to care for the environment.
C. Money is the most important goal.
D. Trees grow quickly when planted.
B. It is important to care for the environment.
Which statement describes a central message of the story?
A. Presents are the most important part of Christmas.
B. Being alone is better than having friends.
C. Christmas is about love and kindness, not gifts.
D. Mountains are better than towns.
C. Christmas is about love and kindness, not gifts.
Which statement best explains why this story fits a problem-and-solution structure?
A. The story explains how to protect animals.
B. The story shows a problem and how it is solved.
C. The story compares Horton to the other animals.
D. The story gives many facts about elephants.
B. The story shows a problem and how it is solved.
3. Which TWO story elements are the same in BOTH texts? Select two answers.
☐ The setting takes place inside the children’s home.
☐ The Cat brings helpers to solve the problem.
☐ The mother is away during the events.
☐ The children travel to a new place.
1. The setting takes place inside the children’s home.
2. The mother is away during the events.
What is the author’s main purpose in writing this book?
A. To teach facts about travel
B. To encourage readers about their future
C. To describe one specific journey
D. To explain classroom rules
B. To encourage readers about their future