Cause & Effect
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Theme
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Ms. Gupton Trivia
100

What happened when Tom kicked the ball too hard?

The ball flew into the street and almost got hit by a car.

100

What does the word "soared" mean?

"Soared" means flew high in the air.

100

What lesson did Lena and Max learn?

They learned the importance of kindness and patience.

100

Why did Dr. Green write the book?

Green wrote the book to teach readers about ocean animals and how to protect them.

100

What is Ms. Gupton's favorite sport?

Baseball

200

Why did Tom feel nervous?

Tom felt nervous because the car almost hit the ball when it rolled into the street.

200

What does "expertly" suggest about Sarah's kite flying?

"Expertly" suggests that Sarah was very skilled and good at flying the kite.

200

What is the theme of the story?

The theme is about kindness, patience, and helping others

200

What is the main purpose of the book The Wonders of the Ocean?

The purpose is to educate children about the ocean and encourage them to protect it.

200

What is Ms. Gupton's favorite candy?

Starburst jellybeans

300

What made Tom realize he needed to be more careful?

Tom realized he needed to be more careful after the car almost hit the ball in the street.


300

What does "dipped and swerved" tell us about the kite’s movement?

"Dipped and swerved" means the kite was moving in unpredictable or jerky directions.

300

Why was Lena happy at the end of the story?

Lena was happy because the bird had recovered and flown away.

300

What can readers learn from the book?

Readers can learn about sea turtles, dolphins, and coral reefs, and how to protect ocean life.

300

How many pets does Ms. Gupton have? 

3- Two cats, and one dog

400

How did Tom react when the car stopped in time?

Tom was scared and realized how dangerous it was to play near the street.

400

What does "get the hang of it" mean in this passage?


"Get the hang of it" means to start understanding or learning how to do something.

400

How did Lena help the bird?

Lena helped by building a shelter around the bird to protect it from the rain.

400

Why would pictures be a good thing to include in the book?

Pictures can be included to make learning about the ocean more exciting and visual.

400

How many children does Ms. Gupton have? Are they boys or girls?

3 boys

500

What is the cause of Tom feeling scared at the park?

The cause was that the ball flew into the street, and a car almost hit it.

500

Based on the passage, what did Mia want to do after watching Sarah?


Mia wanted to try flying the kite herself and learn how to do it like Sarah.

500

What does the story teach us about helping others?

The story teaches us that kindness and patience can help others heal and grow.

500

What is Dr. Green’s goal in writing the book?


Dr. Green’s goal is to help children understand the importance of the ocean and its creatures.

500

What is Mrs. Gupton's favorite saying?

Dreams don't work unless you do.