Text Evidence
Central Message/POV
Character Traits
Vocabulary
Illustrations & Comparisons
100
(1)The feelings about the new house were mixed. (2) Molly loved the swing set in the backyard. (3) Andrew was nervous about the attic. (4) Mother hated the kitchen. (5) Father loved the garage.
What sentence contains information about someone who is afraid?
A. Sentence 2
B. Sentence 3
C. Sentence 4
D. Sentence 5
B. Sentence 3
(3) Andrew was nervous about the attic.
100
Juan wanted to get an A in math. He asked his teacher what he had to study. He paid attention in class. He studied every night. He got an A!
What is the lesson, or theme, of this story?
A. A boy likes math.
B. Hard work pays off.
C. A boy pays attention in class.
D. Be kind to others.
B. Hard work pays off.
100
Joey was sad because he lost his baseball cap.
“You always lose everything,” said Anna.
“I’ll help you find it,” said Kim with a smile.
“You can borrow mine,” replied Ken.
What are character traits for Kim?
A. Caring but grouchy
B. Mean and jealous
C. Caring and helpful
D. Helpful and sad
C. Caring and helpful
100
Zira danced across the floor. Her baby sister, Myra, admired her. She imitated Zira, which made everyone laugh.
What does “imitate” mean?
A. To make fun of
B. To copy
C. To dance
D. To laugh
B. To copy
100
Writer 1:
Jennifer is a talented singer who will become very famous.
Writer 2:
Jennifer thinks she is a talented singer. She is always showing off.
What is true about these writers?
A. They both dislike Jennifer.
B. They both are friends with Jennifer.
C. One has a good outlook, but the other is negative.
D. One is a hard worker, but the other is lazy.
C. One has a good outlook, but the other is negative.
200
(1)The big race was on Saturday. (2) Ben practiced for weeks. (3) Cindy arrived early. (4) Ben crossed the finish line with a smile on his face. (5) Cindy was so proud of her brother.
What sentence shows how Cindy feels?
A. Sentence 2
B. Sentence 3
C. Sentence 4
D. Sentence 5
D. Sentence 5
(5) Cindy was so proud of her brother.
200
Tanya was new to the school. She missed her old friends. She was sad because she sat all alone. Gina came over and introduced herself. They quickly became friends. Tanya felt much better.
What is the theme, or lesson, of this story?
A. Be kind to others.
B. A girl goes to a new school.
C. Crime doesn’t pay.
D. A girl feels better.
A. Be kind to others.
200
George was looking for his favorite T-shirt. He looked in his closet. His brother, Bob, looked in the laundry room. He sister, Shirley, laughed. She hid the shirt under the couch. George went to school without his favorite shirt. He never found it.
What is the BEST character trait for Shirley?
A. Caring
B. Happy
C. Bored
D. Sneaky
D. Sneaky
200
Zander couldn’t figure out how to open his front door. He kept putting in the key, but it would not open. Hermie found the solution when he realized that Zander was using the wrong key!
What does “solution” mean?
A. Problem
B. Answer
C. Key
D. Joke
B. Answer
200
Tigers have stripes. They come from the Feline family. They can run 30 – 40 miles per hour.
Panthers are black. Those in America are black jaguars. Panthers can run 36 miles per hour.
What do tigers and panthers have in common?
A. They both have stripes.
B. They are both black.
C. They are both jaguars.
D. They are both fast.
D. They are both fast.
300
(1)Mark baked cookies. (2) He mixed the ingredients.
(3) He forgot to add salt. (4) He put them on a tray.
(5) Then, he baked them in the oven. (6) They were delicious!
What sentence shows Mark’s mistake?
A. Sentence 2
B. Sentence 3
C. Sentence 4
D. Sentence 5
B. Sentence 3
(3) He forgot to add salt.
300
(1) Tommy wants to be the team captain. (2) Kim wants to be captain too. (3) Alice is on the team. (4) She thinks Pete would be a good choice. (5) Who is going to get the job?
What sentence shows Alice’s point of view?
A. Sentence 1
B. Sentence 2
C. Sentence 3
D. Sentence 4
D. Sentence 4
(4) She thinks Pete would be a good choice.
300
Jim is upset. He can’t find his pack of gum. He asked Tara about it, but she lied and said she didn’t know where it was. Peter didn’t tell the truth either. When he asked Juanita about it, she looked at the ground. She said she couldn’t tell a lie.
“It’s in Tom’s desk,” she said.
“Thanks,” said Jim with a smile.
What effect did Juanita’s character traits have on Jim?
A. They made him upset.
B. They made him confused.
C. They made him happy.
D. They made him concerned.
C. They made him happy.
300
Jake practiced basketball every day. Even though he practiced, he struggled to get the ball in the net. Hopefully he will get better soon!
What does “struggle” mean?
A. To try with little result
B. To care about something
C. To drop the ball
D. To be concerned about something
A. To try with little result
300
What does this illustration help reveal?
The main character will –
A. always be afraid.
B. learn to be brave.
C. love spiders.
D. make a new friend.
B. learn to be brave.
400
(1) Holly cleaned up her room. (2) She also set the table.
(3) Finally, she put all the toys in the playroom away. (4) Her mother gave her some money. (5) She used it to buy an ice cream cone.
What sentence BEST shows what Holly wanted?
(5) She bought an ice cream cone.
400
The softball team wanted to have a party at the end of the season. The coach supplied the drinks. Jose and Henry brought pizza. Andrea and Dorothy brought sandwiches. Karen and Keith made the desserts. The party was a success!
What is the lesson of this story?
A. Everyone should work together.
B. Pizza is delicious.
C. Don’t be jealous of others.
D. Be a good friend.
A. Everyone should work together.
400
Zeke was nervous about trying out for the basketball team. His mother told him to practice. His friend, Xavier, told him it might not be a good idea. His sister, Amber, encouraged him to give it a try. She said he could always try out again next year if he didn’t make it. Zeke tried out for the team.
What effect did Amber’s character traits have on Zeke?
A. She made him angry at Xavier.
B. She helped him succeed in the classroom.
C. She made him thankful for his mother.
D. She helped him make a decision.
D. She helped him make a decision.
400
Brenda decided she did not want to go to the sleepover party at Anne’s house. Brenda’s mother was quite surprised.
“Are you certain?” asked her mother.
“Yes,” replied Brenda.
What is another word for “certain”?
A. Crazy
B. Tired
C. Angry
D. Sure
D. Sure
400
Based on the illustration, the story will probably be about -
A. A girl’s new outfit.
B. A boy’s love of airplanes.
C. A father’s love of watermelon.
D. A mother’s funny joke.
B. A boy’s love of airplanes.
500
(1) Jennifer made fun of her brother, Tim. (2) He laughed.
(3) Jennifer ate the rest of the pizza. (4) He became angry.
(5) Jennifer let Tim play her new game. (6) He forgave her.
What sentence shows WHY Tim got upset?
(3) Jennifer ate the rest of the pizza.
500
Mrs. Marsh’s class wanted to throw a party at the end of the year. Laura suggested a beach party theme. Tom wanted a camping party. Angie wanted to have an old-fashioned picnic. Mrs. Marsh liked Tom’s idea the best. Everyone had a great time!
What theme do you think Mrs. Marsh will use for the party? Cite the proof.
Mrs. Marsh will probably have a camping party.
Add Evidence: Tom suggested a camping party.
Mrs. Marsh liked that idea the best.
500
Maddox wanted to be good at baseball like his older brother, Jax. So Jax taught Maddox how to hold a bat. Then, he showed him how to hit. Finally, he taught him how to catch and throw. Jax was very proud at the progress Maddox made.
What effect did Jax have on Maddox?
A. He helped make him a better athlete.
B. He made him like basketball.
C. He taught him how to steal a base.
D. He made him want to collect baseball cards.
A. He helped make him a better athlete.
500
What is an “advantage”?
A. A problem
B. A win
C. A benefit
D. A task
C. A benefit
500
This illustration shows the importance of –
A. sharing.
B. friendship.
C. taking care of yourself.
D. going to bed.
C. Taking care of yourself