Reading Comprehension
What is the main idea of a passage?
The central point the passage is mostly about
Which of the following is an example of a simile?
A. The wind whispered secrets
B. Her smile was as bright as the sun
C. He had a heart of stone
D. The thunder clapped angrily
B. Her smile was as bright as the sun
Why would an author write a persuasive article?
To convince the reader of something
Which sentence is written correctly?
A. Him and I went to the store.
B. Me and her is friends.
C. She and I are going to the game.
D. Them went to the movie.
C. She and I are going to the game.
What does the word “generous” most likely mean in the sentence: “She was generous with her time”?
A. Stingy
B. Giving
C. Rude
D. Fast
B. Giving
What does it mean to summarize a text?
Tell the most important ideas briefly
What is the theme of a story?
The message or lesson the author wants to share
What is the author’s purpose if they write a story to make people laugh?
To entertain
Which word is a synonym for happy?
A. Sad
B. Angry
C. Joyful
D. Bored
C. Joyful
What is a prefix?
Letters added to the beginning of a word
Which detail best supports the main idea that "volunteering helps communities grow"?
A. Volunteering takes time and effort
B. People often volunteer during holidays
C. Local clean-up projects make neighborhoods safer
D. Some people do not enjoy volunteering
C. Local clean-up projects make neighborhoods safer
What does the setting of a story help the reader understand?
When and where the story takes place
What text structure is used when an article explains how recycling reduces waste?
A. Compare and contrast
B. Cause and effect
C. Chronological order
D. Problem and solution
B. Cause and effect
What part of speech is the word “quickly” in the sentence “She ran quickly”?
Adverb
What does the word “reluctant” most likely mean in: “He was reluctant to speak in front of the class”?
A. Unwilling
B. Excited
C. Confident
D. Rude
A. Unwilling
How can you tell if an idea in a passage is a fact and not an opinion?
It can be checked or verified
What is conflict in a story?
A struggle between characters or forces
Which signal word might you find in a compare and contrast structure?
A. Because
B. However
C. Then
D. Next
B. However
Which sentence uses correct subject-verb agreement?
A. The dogs barks loudly.
B. They walks to school.
C. He runs every morning.
D. We was late to class.
C. He runs every morning.
Which context clue best helps define the word “abundant” in the sentence: “The garden had abundant vegetables, including tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers”?
A. The word “garden”
B. The phrase “including tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers”
C. The word “vegetables”
D. The word “had”
B. The phrase “including tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers”
A passage claims that “exercise improves mental focus.” Which piece of evidence would best support this claim?
A. A list of healthy foods to eat after workouts
B. A personal story about running in a park
C. A scientific study showing improved test scores after exercise
D. A chart of popular gym memberships
C. A scientific study showing improved test scores after exercise
In a story, a character who is described as shy at the beginning becomes confident by the end. What literary element does this show?
A. Foreshadowing
B. Theme
C. Character development
D. Conflict resolution
C. Character development
Which sentence best explains the author’s point of view in a passage about school uniforms?
A. “School uniforms cost about $150 per student.”
B. “Some students dislike wearing uniforms.”
C. “Uniforms create equality and reduce distractions, making schools better places to learn.”
D. “The history of school uniforms dates back to the 16th century.”
C. “Uniforms create equality and reduce distractions, making schools better places to learn.”
Which sentence is written in active voice?
A. The ball was thrown by Jake.
B. The test was taken by the students.
C. Jake threw the ball.
D. The homework was done by me.
C. Jake threw the ball.
What is the meaning of the word “inevitable” in the sentence: “Failure was inevitable without studying”?
A. Unavoidable
B. Optional
C. Surprising
D. Preventable
A. Unavoidable