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Present-Tense Verbs
Vocabulary
Homophones
Cause and Effect
Story Comprehension
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Choose the correct present-tense verb to complete the sentence. My cat ___ in the sun. a. is sleep b. was sleep c. sleeps d. sleeping
c. sleeps
100
Everyone felt ___ after eating the big meal. a. contented b. disgraceful c. ridiculous d. bleak
a. contented
100
The boat moved quickly over the water after we lifted the sail. What is the meaning of the word sail in this sentence? a. a large piece of material used to catch the wind b. a period of time when stores sell goods at lower prices c. to move smoothly and quickly d. to leave in a boat or a ship
a. a large piece of material used to catch the wind
100
Jessie wanted to do something special for her sister, Leah. Leah had a cold and didn't feel well. Jessie asked her mother for ideas. Her mother suggested that Jessie and their brother Sam perform a skit for Leah. Jessie asked Sam to help her. She and Sam put on silly costumes and then practiced their skit several times for their mother. When Jessie and Sam entered Leah's room, she began laughing as soon as she saw their silly costumes. After the skit, Leah clapped loudly and said, "That was a wonderful surprise. Thanks to you, I feel better already." Who suggests the idea of performing a skit? a. Leah b. Jessie c. Sam d. their mother
d. their mother
100
How can readers tell that "Chestnut Cove" is a fantasy? a. The main character is a famous person. b. The story has acts that are divided into scenes. c. The characters and events are not like real life. d. The story tells true events that happened in the past.
c. The characters and events are not like real life.
200
Choose the correct present-tense verb to complete the sentence. You should ___ with me after school. a. swam b. swims c. swim d. swimming
c. swim
200
Let's ___ on this project so we can finish more quickly. a. swoop b. doze c. collaborate d. inherit
c. collaborate
200
We need four more pencils. What is the meaning of the word four in this sentence? a. to be received b. a number c. the front of something d. to be helped
b. a number
200
Jessie wanted to do something special for her sister, Leah. Leah had a cold and didn't feel well. Jessie asked her mother for ideas. Her mother suggested that Jessie and their brother Sam perform a skit for Leah. Jessie asked Sam to help her. She and Sam put on silly costumes and then practiced their skit several times for their mother. When Jessie and Sam entered Leah's room, she began laughing as soon as she saw their silly costumes. After the skit, Leah clapped loudly and said, "That was a wonderful surprise. Thanks to you, I feel better already." What happens when Jessie asks Sam to help her? a. They put on silly costumes. b. They make lunch for Leah. c. They go outside to play. d. They draw pictures for Leah.
a. They put on silly costumes.
200
What is the villagers' BIGGEST problem in the story? a. They think their king is not fair. b. They start having to get up early. c. They stop trying to help each other. d. They cannot get their plants to grow.
c. They stop trying to help each other.
300
Choose the correct present-tense verb to complete the sentence. My little brother ___ quickly. a. is growing b. am growing c. are growing d. will growing
a. is growing
300
I hope to ___ my grandmother's ring. a. transfer b. collaborate c. plummet d. inherit
d. inherit
300
My favorite hare was soft, white, and fluffy. What is the meaning of the word hare in this sentence? a. what grows on your head b. a tall, thin plant c. a large rabbit d. a tiny amount
c. a large rabbit
300
Jessie wanted to do something special for her sister, Leah. Leah had a cold and didn't feel well. Jessie asked her mother for ideas. Her mother suggested that Jessie and their brother Sam perform a skit for Leah. Jessie asked Sam to help her. She and Sam put on silly costumes and then practiced their skit several times for their mother. When Jessie and Sam entered Leah's room, she began laughing as soon as she saw their silly costumes. After the skit, Leah clapped loudly and said, "That was a wonderful surprise. Thanks to you, I feel better already." Why does Jessie want to do something special for Leah? a. Leah does not feel well. b. Jessie forgot Leah's birthday. c. Leah is upset with her. d. Jessie does not want to play outside.
a. Leah does not feel well.
300
Which lesson can be learned from this story? a. Friends are more important than riches. b. To do a job right, do it yourself. c. Harsh words cannot be taken back. d. It is always best to plan ahead.
a. Friends are more important than riches.
400
Identify the action verb and tell whether it is past tense, future tense, or present tense. Daniel will choose a baseball bat.
verb: will choose future tense
400
What kind of ___ are you feeling now? a. fondness b. emotion c. detail d. surroundings
b. emotion
400
Let's meet right after class today in the hallway. What is the meaning of the word meet in this sentence? a. to get together b. the flesh of animals c. a swimming contest d. to be introduced
a. to get together
400
Jessie wanted to do something special for her sister, Leah. Leah had a cold and didn't feel well. Jessie asked her mother for ideas. Her mother suggested that Jessie and their brother Sam perform a skit for Leah. Jessie asked Sam to help her. She and Sam put on silly costumes and then practiced their skit several times for their mother. When Jessie and Sam entered Leah's room, she began laughing as soon as she saw their silly costumes. After the skit, Leah clapped loudly and said, "That was a wonderful surprise. Thanks to you, I feel better already." What happens when Leah sees Jessie and Sam in their costumes? a. Leah asks their mother to take a picture. b. Leah tells them that they look silly. c. Leah is sad that she cannot play. d. Leah begins to laugh.
d. Leah begins to laugh.
400
How do the villagers change in the story? a. At first they are busy, but then they get lazy. b. At first they are happy, but then they get greedy. c. At first they are careful, but then they get careless. d. At first they are frightened, but then they get brave.
b. At first they are happy, but then they get greedy.
500
Identify the action verb and tell whether it is past tense, future tense, or present tense. The ball flies through the air.
verb: flies present tense
500
The children ___ waited for dessert. a. harshly b. eagerly c. disgraceful d. strictly
b. eagerly
500
I know all fifty states and capitals. What is the meaning of the word know in this sentence? a. to disagree with b. to recognize someone c. to see differences d. to have information
d. to have information
500
Jessie wanted to do something special for her sister, Leah. Leah had a cold and didn't feel well. Jessie asked her mother for ideas. Her mother suggested that Jessie and their brother Sam perform a skit for Leah. Jessie asked Sam to help her. She and Sam put on silly costumes and then practiced their skit several times for their mother. When Jessie and Sam entered Leah's room, she began laughing as soon as she saw their silly costumes. After the skit, Leah clapped loudly and said, "That was a wonderful surprise. Thanks to you, I feel better already." Why does Leah thank Jessie and Sam? a. They asked her to play with them. b. They took her soup. c. They helped her feel better. d. They bought her a special present.
c. They helped her feel better.
500
Which action BEST shows that the villagers were different after the king's contest was announced? a. They turned the soil. b. They stayed busy in their gardens. c. They worked late in the afternoon. d. They fought over whose watermelon was best.
d. They fought over whose watermelon was best.