Who/What
Where/When
Feelings
Inferences
Riddle Me This
Riddle Me This 2
100

I begin the day with my small tools to clean. I placed the paper bib on her and shined a light down so I could see. I found one! After all  were cleaned, I gave her a toothbrush.

What is a dentist?

100

I sat in my seat excitedly watching the man swing from pole to pole. Far under him 2 elephants carried ladies with feathers in their hair. I ate my popcorn as I watched 8 clowns pile out of a tiny car.

What is the circus?

100

Akia was riding home in the car with her mom after school. She could barely keep her eyes open. Her mom was talking to her about her day and asking her questions, but she hardly heard anything she said. Before she knew it, she opened her eyes and they were pulling up to her house.

What is sleepy/tired?

100

Dominic’s little brother looked at the new bike a bit apprehensively. “Are you sure I won’t get hurt?” he asked Dominic. Dominic replied, “Oh you might fall once or twice, but you’ll be okay. Just wear your helmet.” Dominic’s little brother looked up at him, “And you will hold onto it so it doesn’t fall over?” Dominic nodded. From this excerpt, what can the reader infer? A. Dominic’s little brother doesn’t trust him. 

B. Dominic is learning to ride a bicycle. 

C. Dominic’s little brother is learning to ride a bicycle.

 D. Dominic is a terrible

C. Dominic’s little brother is learning to ride a bicycle.

100

I have countries and states and cities.  I can have mountains and rivers.  I can be colorful.  I key is very helpful for me to have.

What is a map?

100

I stand in the quad. You may call me Coach. I have an office up at Eagle's Landing. You could say I am in charge of the school.

Coach Murley

200

When I get to work I pass out papers and set up a game. When everyone arrives, we read a story and discuss it. The bell rings and it is time for lunch. I correct some papers and prepare the next lesson.

What is a teacher?

200

Last Saturday night, my cousin slept over my house. We roasted marshmallows at the bright fire and chased fireflies. We caught 10 fireflies and watched them glow in a jar. Afterwards, we set them free.

What is nighttime and/or summer?

200

Isaiah's grandmother could not believe her ears! When Miss Johnson told her how great Isaiah's day had been, she wanted to cry. She could only hope tomorrow would be just as great.

What is surprised/excited?

200

Caroline and her mom watched the large van truck drive away slowly. Then, they walked through the empty rooms of the house one last time before getting into the car and leaving. The reader can reasonably infer which of the following statements?

 A. Caroline’s house has been robbed. 

B. Caroline and her mom are moving.

 C. Caroline doesn’t know where they are going.

 D. Caroline and her mom are going on vacation.

B. Caroline and her mom are moving.

200

I am very sticky but hard to see when dry. I go round and round across the page until I eventually run out. If you stick with me, in one piece you will be. What am I?

Gluestick

200

You don't call me by my full name. You say just one letter. I work in the PAES lab. You probably saw me on your way to class today.

Ms. P

300

Today has been very busy. I replaced a knee and set a broken arm into a cast. Now, I am examining a patient with a sore leg. He may need some medicine. Later, I take off my white coat and stethoscope and relax.

What is a doctor?

300

I waited patiently for my dinner to be brought to the table. All of our food was carried over on a big, round tray. Lots of other families were eating, also. When we were through, Dad left money.

What is a restaurant?

300

Lawrence could not stop laughing. He knew it would probably get him in trouble, but it seemed like every time someone said something it was hilarious! He tried holding it in, but then someone sneezed really loud and he lost it!

What is silly?

300

Edwin was surprised when he saw Elijah come into the classroom with a cast on his arm. He had seen Elijah fall off his bike the day before, but he didn’t realize the injury was so serious. Based on this excerpt, which of the following can the reader infer?

How did he break his arm?

Elijah broke his arm when he fell off his bike.

300

I am not a magician, but I make things disappear. I come in all shapes and sizes, but am most often found in pink. What am I?

Eraser.

300

I am a school, but not the high school. If you lived in Chester County you probably went to me for 8th grade. I am just down the street from the high school. 

Chester County Junior High School

400

I put on my white shirt and begin chopping carrots. Behind me is a pot of boiling broth. I choose some nice herbs and chop them to place into the soup. When it is done, I pour a bowl of hot soup and hand it to the waiter.

What is a chef?

400

Friday was our last day of school. My class spent the day at the playground and had a picnic. When the final bell rang, I ran out of the building and headed home. My mom had a popsicle waiting for me.

What is daytime and/or summer?

400

Jaclyn was so excited about playing Fern in Charlotte's Web! However, when she woke up, she felt weak and her nose was runny. Her forehead felt warm and she was really tired. "Uh Oh!" she thought.

What is sick?

400

The teacher told the children to clear everything but a pencil from their desks. She then began handing out tests. Austin looked startled. “Wait! Ms. Evans? The test is today? Are you sure? I thought it was tomorrow!” Which of the following statements can the reader infer? 

A. Ms. Evans lied to the students about the test. 

B. Austin did not study for the test.

 C. Austin will get the lowest grade in the class.

B. Austin did not study for the test.

400

I introduce what you will be reading about. Usually you will fine me at the top of the page, or on the cover of a book.

What is a title?

400

I am fast food. I am next to the high school. Sometimes students walk over in the morning, or right after school. You shouldn't skip to come, but some do. What restaurant am I?

Jack's

500

Before the show I practice my lines. I like to look into the mirror and pretend. I fix my hair and makeup and get into my costume. Before the curtain rises, I am nervous but eager to begin performing.

What is an actor?

500

We ran from hay bale to hay bale trying not to step on any cow pies. Uncle Joe picked us up with his tractor and gave us some fresh milk to drink. We helped with the garden and fed the chickens.

What is a farm?

500

India rolled her eyes as Kaleb let out that funny sneeze he always did. Then, when he started dancing, she felt like she was going to be sick. To make things even worse, he was sitting next to her making those funny noises. "Ugh, she thought to herself, "I have to get away from him!" Kaleb, however, thought it was hilarious! (How was India feeling?)

What is annoyed/irritated?

500

Jazzy and Charles were standing waiting for their turns. So far, they were leading by 25 points. But if Alyvia and Shamire shot one into the bulls-eye and two into the next circle, they’d catch up. Jazzy watched as Alyvia took her stance facing the target. Jazzy could see the white target with the red and black circles. She could see the bale of straw behind the target. There were no trees or buildings, just the bales of straw and the targets. Alyvia straightened her elbow and wrist. She eyed the target. She let go of the string. It was a bulls-eye! It is likely that:

 A. Jazzy and the others are at an archery contest at school. 

B. Jazzy and the others are shooting pistols at a target.

 C. Alyvia and Shamire will not get the 25 points.

 D. There will be a rematch.

A. Jazzy and the others are at an archery contest at school.

500

I flow sometimes.  I am colorful.  I am organized with data/info. I have pies and bars  sometimes

What is a chart?

500

I am bigger than Texas. I make ice cream look warm. I am far away from Tennessee because I'm not in the South. What am I?

Alaska