Comprehension
Why is it important that trash gets picked up often?
A. It is put in a bag.
B. It can get wet.
C. It can get stinky.
C. It can get stinky.
What is a synonym for ensure in this sentence? The builder will ensure that the door is working.
A. appreciate
B. clutch
C. guarantee
C. guarantee
Why did the author write this article?
A. to inform the reader about important jobs
B. to express an opinion about school custodians
C. to persuade the reader that many jobs are messy
A. to inform the reader about important jobs
What does the word flee most likely mean in this sentence? People had to flee the rising water.
A. go swimming in
B. look for
C. run away from
C. run away from
Why do insects go into buildings?
A. to make people itch
B. to look for other insects
C. to find food and shelter
C. to find food and shelter
What does the word flexible mean in this sentence? The rubber hose was strong and flexible.
A. able to be bent
B. easily hurt
C. longer
A. able to be bent
Which phrase from the article describes all the jobs?
A. pest control
B. dirty work
C. waste water
B. dirty work
What is a synonym for vital in this sentence?
The plane brought vital supplies to the people.
A. delicious
B. important
C. expensive
B. important
What is the greatest danger of clogged pipes?
A. You can't cook or wash the dishes.
B. The shower doesn't work right.
C. Waste water cannot exit the home.
C. Waste water cannot exit the home.
What does the word install mean in this sentence? The workers will install a new heater.
A. buy on sale
B. look at carefully
C. put in place
C. put in place