Informative Text
How are tables, charts, or graphs helpful in an informational text?
A. They make the text longer and harder to read.
B. They show information in a way that is easy to understand.
C. They only show pictures, not words.
D. They make the text look colorful and pretty.
B. They show information in a way that is easy to understand.
Tommy was always late to school, no matter how hard he tried to wake up on time. One morning, he decided to set his alarm earlier than usual, but he forgot to turn it on. When he realized his mistake, he hurried to get dressed and missed the bus. As he walked to school, he felt frustrated, but he promised himself he would try even harder tomorrow. That day, Tommy arrived at school on time and felt proud of his effort.
What is the central message of the story?
A. It’s important to be on time, and hard work can help you succeed.
B. Tommy should have gone to bed earlier.
C. Tommy needs to get a new alarm clock.
D. It’s okay to be late sometimes.
A. It’s important to be on time, and hard work can help you succeed.
Liam loved reading books about space and the stars. When his school announced a space-themed science fair, he immediately started planning his project. He wanted to share his knowledge of the planets and show his classmates how exciting space exploration could be. Winning the science fair would give him the chance to present his project to the whole school and prove how much he knew about the universe.
Write at least two sentences that explain why Liam wants to enter and win the science fair. Support your answer with details from the passage.
Liam wants to enter and win the science fair because he loves space and wants to share his knowledge with his classmates. He also hopes to present his project to the whole school and show how much he knows about the universe.
What does “Central Message” mean?
A. The funniest part of the story
B. What I learned from the story
C. The name of the main character
D. What the story was mostly about
B. What I learned from the story
What does it mean to "determine the meaning" of a word or phrase in a paragraph?
A) To guess its meaning based on prior knowledge
B) To look it up in a dictionary
C) To understand its meaning based on how it is used in a sentence
D) To memorize its definition
C) To understand its meaning based on how it is used in a sentence
Elephants are the largest land animals in the world. Their thick skin protects them from the hot sun, and their long trunks help them drink water, pick up food, and even communicate. Elephants live in herds and work together to protect each other from danger. Their large ears help them stay cool by releasing heat from their bodies.
Which section includes details about how elephants' bodies help them stay cool?
A. How Elephants Use Their Trunks
B. How Elephants Protect Themselves
C. How Elephants Stay Cool
D. How Elephants Stay Safe in Herds
C. How Elephants Stay Cool
Lily loved helping her neighbors. One day, Mrs. Thompson asked for help carrying groceries inside. Even though Lily had a lot of homework, she gladly helped. When she finished, Mrs. Thompson smiled and thanked her, giving her a homemade cookie as a reward. Lily felt happy because she had done something kind for someone else, even though it took time away from her work.
What is the central message of the story?
A. Helping others can make you feel good, even if it takes time away from your own tasks.
B. It’s always better to do homework before helping others.
C. Mrs. Thompson should not have asked Lily for help.
D. Homemade cookies are the best reward for kindness.
A. Helping others can make you feel good, even if it takes time away from your own tasks.
Jordan loved baking and dreamed of owning a bakery one day. When his school announced a bake-off competition, he knew he had to enter. Jordan spent hours practicing his cupcake recipe, adding just the right amount of frosting and sprinkles. He wanted to show everyone his skills and prove he could create something amazing. Winning the contest would give him the confidence to keep chasing his dream.
Write at least two sentences that explain why Jordan wants to enter and win the bake-off competition. Support your answer with details from the passage.
Jordan wants to enter and win the bake-off competition because he loves baking and wants to prove his skills. He also believes winning will give him the confidence to follow his dream of owning a bakery one day.
What does it mean to “describe” someone based on the information from the passage?
A. To write their name
B. To tell us what they look like, how they act, or what they do based on the details from the story
C. To draw a picture of them
D. To just guess what they are like
B. To tell us what they look like, how they act, or what they do based on the details from the story
Lila peered out the window as the storm began to intensify. The gentle drizzle had turned into a heavy downpour, and the wind howled through the trees. The once calm sky was now filled with dark, swirling clouds. Lila hugged her blanket tightly, feeling both nervous and amazed by how quickly the weather had changed.
What does the word intensify most likely mean as it is used in the paragraph?
A. To become stronger or more severe
B. To stay the same
C. To calm down or weaken
D. To change direction
A. To become stronger or more severe
Which sentence has a similar idea to "Many animals are losing their habitats because of deforestation"?
A. Trees are growing faster than ever before in the forest.
B. Animals are moving to new places because trees are being cut down.
C. Forests are getting bigger and providing more homes for animals.
D. Animals are building new homes with the help of people.
B. Animals are moving to new places because trees are being cut down.
Princeton loved helping his community. Every Saturday, he volunteered at the animal shelter, feeding the cats and walking the dogs. He also helped his neighbors by carrying groceries and raking leaves. Princeton always had a big smile and a kind word for everyone he met.
Choose the phrase that describes Princeton.
A. A boy who enjoys helping others
B. A boy who dislikes animals
C. A boy who only helps his family
D. A boy who likes to play video games all day
A. A boy who enjoys helping others
Ethan enjoyed solving mysteries, and his favorite books were always about detectives. When his teacher announced a classroom mystery-writing contest, Ethan decided to join. He wanted to share his creative ideas and show how good he was at crafting exciting stories. Winning the contest would mean his story would be read aloud to the entire school, and he dreamed of hearing everyone enjoy his work.
Write at least two sentences that explain why Ethan wants to enter and win the mystery-writing contest. Support your answer with details from the passage.
Ethan wants to enter and win the mystery-writing contest because he loves solving mysteries and wants to share his creative ideas. He also hopes to hear his story read aloud to the entire school, which would make him feel proud.
What does the phrase "build on" mean in the question as used in the question “How does paragraph 5 build on to paragraph 8?”
A. To make paragraph 8 longer
B. To connect to or add more information to paragraph 8
C. To take ideas away from paragraph 8
D. To copy paragraph 8 exactly
B. To connect to or add more information to paragraph 8
Owen loved going to the beach, but today the waves were especially tumultuous. As he walked along the shore, he could see the water crashing against the rocks and spraying into the air. The wind whipped around him, making it hard to keep his hat on. Despite the wild conditions, Owen couldn’t help but admire the power and beauty of the ocean.
What does the word tumultuous most likely mean as it is used in the paragraph?
A. Quiet and peaceful
B. Calm and steady
C. Wild and chaotic
D. Soft and gentle
C. Wild and chaotic
Which sentence has a similar idea to "Polar bears are in danger due to climate change"?
A. Polar bears are safe because the ice is getting bigger.
B. Polar bears are at risk because the ice is melting from warmer temperatures.
C. Polar bears live in cold places and love the snow.
D. Polar bears are not affected by the weather and stay warm in their homes.
B. Polar bears are at risk because the ice is melting from warmer temperatures.
Bryanna and Yalismar were best friends who loved solving problems together. When their school’s playground got messy after a big storm, they decided to clean it up. Bryanna brought a trash bag, and Yalismar grabbed a rake. Together, they worked until the playground looked brand new.
Choose the phrase that describes Bryanna and Yalismar.
A. Two friends who enjoy making messes
B. Two friends who like working together to solve problems
C. Two friends who don’t care about their school
D. Two friends who play on the playground every day
B. Two friends who like working together to solve problems
Maya adored playing soccer and spent her afternoons practicing on the field with her friends. When she heard about the tryouts for the school team, she knew she had to give it her best shot. Maya wanted to prove how much she had improved and dreamed of wearing the team uniform in the big championship game. She believed making the team would show everyone how hard she had worked.
Write at least two sentences that explain why Maya wants to try out for the soccer team. Support your answer with details from the passage.
Maya wants to try out for the soccer team because she loves soccer and wants to prove how much she has improved. She also dreams of playing in the championship game and showing everyone how hard she has worked.
What does it mean if someone "affects" an event in the passage?
A. They watch the event happen.
B. They cause a change or make something happen in the event.
C. They read about the event but do nothing.
D. They ignore the event completely.
B. They cause a change or make something happen in the event.
The hikers paused to rest as they reached the edge of a dense forest. The towering trees created a canopy that made the path below obscure. Sunlight struggled to reach the ground, and the trail ahead seemed to disappear into the shadows. One of the hikers pulled out a flashlight to help them navigate, determined to find their way through the darkness.
What does the word obscure most likely mean as it is used in the paragraph?
A. Hidden or difficult to see
B. Bright and easy to find
C. Dangerous and unpredictable
D. Smooth and well-lit
A. Hidden or difficult to see
What detail explains how humans are contributing to sea turtles being in danger?
A. Humans are building safe places for sea turtles to lay their eggs.
B. Humans are using less plastic, which helps sea turtles.
C. Humans are polluting the oceans, which harms sea turtles.
D. Humans are protecting sea turtle nests from animals.
C. Humans are polluting the oceans, which harms sea turtles.
Beyoncé loved gardening and noticed that her school’s garden was overgrown with weeds. She decided to organize a "Garden Cleanup Day" and invited her classmates to help. Beyoncé brought tools, gloves, and seeds to plant new flowers. Her classmates joined in, and by the end of the day, the garden looked beautiful and full of colorful blooms. Everyone thanked Beyoncé for making the cleanup fun and successful.
How does Beyonce affect the events in the passage?
A. She ignores the overgrown garden.
B. She organizes a cleanup day and encourages others to help.
C. She asks her teacher to clean the garden for her.
D. She decides to stop planting flowers at school.
B. She organizes a cleanup day and encourages others to help.
Lila loved solving puzzles, and her favorite challenge was the annual treasure hunt in her town. This year, the clues were tougher than ever. At the park, she found a riddle hidden under a bench that said, “Find the tallest tree and look for the blue ribbon.” Lila quickly spotted the tree and climbed it, discovering another clue tied to a branch. The next clue led her to the library. As Lila searched the shelves, she noticed a boy named Sam struggling to reach a book on the top shelf. She paused her hunt to help him. Sam thanked her and pointed to a bookmark tucked inside the book he had been trying to grab. It was the next clue! Lila realized that her kindness had helped her move closer to the treasure.
Write at least two sentences that explain how Lila’s kindness helped her in the treasure hunt. Support your answer with details from the passage.
Lila’s kindness helped her in the treasure hunt because she paused to help Sam get a book from the top shelf. This action led her to find the next clue inside the book Sam was trying to reach. Her helpfulness allowed her to move closer to finding the treasure.
What does "finding the purpose" of a section or image mean?
A. Figuring out why something was done or created
B. Guessing how a story will end
C. Telling a funny part of a story
D. Choosing your favorite character
A. Figuring out why something was done or created
As the music started, Mia felt her confidence falter. She had practiced the dance for weeks, but now, standing in front of the audience, her legs felt shaky and uncertain. She took a deep breath, trying to calm her nerves, and focused on the rhythm. Slowly, she found her footing and continued her routine, determined to finish strong.
What does the word falter most likely mean as it is used in the paragraph?
A. To gain strength or confidence
B. To hesitate or lose strength
C. To move quickly and steadily
D. To practice with great focus
B. To hesitate or lose strength