RL 3.8
RL 3.8 (2)
RL 3.8 (3)
RL 3.7
RL 3.6
100
At the beginning of the morning, my mom wakes me up to get ready for school. Second, I brush my teeth. Next, I get dressed. Finally I eat my breakfast and run outside to catch the bus.
How is this paragraph organized?
a. cause and effect
b. sequence
c. compare/contrast
b. seqence
List some signal words that helped you on the question.
100
Hank's dad was very good at construction bird houses. One day, Hank asked his dad to show him how to build one. His dad wrote down the directions on a piece of paper. First, Hank would have to ask for help on cutting the pieces of wood, Second, the wood needed to be sanded smooth. Next, Hank would need to use a diagram to fit the pieces together. Then, the pieces needed to be nailed together. Finally, Hank could add his own personal touches with special carvings or paint. He could barely wait to get started.
How is this paragraph organized?
a. cause and effect
b. sequence
c. compare/contrast
b. sequence
List some signal words that helped you choose the correct answer.
100
Read the sentences below about snails and slugs. What is the relationship between the first and second sentence?
Snails and slugs are soft bodied animals. However, snails have coiled bodies and shells, while slugs have straight bodies and no shells.
a. The first sentence tells a problem. The second sentence shows the solution.
b. The first sentence tells a similarity. The second sentence describes the difference.
b. The first sentence tells a similarity. The second sentence descries the differences.
100
b. She had to wade across a stream two times.
100
All day I have been waiting for my mom to come home. Today is her birthday and I have a surprise for her! She works at the restaurant in town and when she gets home, she is always very tired. So I decided I would cook a very special birthday dinner just for her. I made feijoada, which is a stew with black beans, sausage, and pork. My grandma used to make it when my mom was growing up in Brazil. I also made her a chocolate cake with strawberries on top. I didn’t have enough money to buy my mom a present, so I made her a card instead. I hope she likes it!
1. Who is telling this story?
a) a character
b) a narrator
2. What is the speaker’s point of view?
a) first person
b) third person
1a. narrator
2a. first person
What pronouns did you see in the story that helped you determine the point of view?
200
Danny was walking home from school one day because he got a note at school from his mom saying she wouldn't be able to get off work in time to pick him up. Just as Danny was about half-way home, it started to rain. As a result, Danny's clothes were soaked by the time he reached his house.
How is this paragraph organized?
a. cause and effect
b. sequence
c. compare/contrast
b. cause and effect
List some signal words that helped you on the question.
200
In order to write a good paragraph, you need to be sure that you don't forget some important things. First, you need to indent the very first word of your paragraph. This means scoot it over a little bit. Second, you need to be sure that you include at least 5 sentences. Last, you need to be sure that all of the sentences are complete thoughts and have correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
How is this paragraph organized?
a. cause and effect
b. sequence
c. compare/contrast
b. sequence
List some signal words that helped you choose the correct answer.
200
Read the sentences below about hand washing. What is the relationship between the first and second sentences?
Many health professionals recommend washing our hands regularly. Handwashing prevents the virus from becoming an infection.
a. The first sentence tells the cause. The second sentence show the effect.
b. The first sentence tells the similarities. The second sentence describes the differences.
a. The first sentence tells the cause. The second sentence shows the effect.
200
American Black Bear
The American black bear lives in North America. They mostly eat fruits, grasses and vegetables. Sometimes they will eat fish. Male black bears can weigh up to 500 pounds. Female black bears weigh about 250 pounds.
What facts that can be found using the image?
a) Black bears are about 3 feet tall from the ground to their shoulders.
b) Black bears eat fruits and vegetables.
c) Male black bears weight about 500 pounds
d) Humans are taller than black bears.
a) Black bears are about 3 feet tall from the ground to their shoulders.
200
Jamie was excited because today was the day that his family was going to the amusement park. Last year he had not been tall enough to ride the rollercoaster, but he had grown two whole inches since then. This time, he would get to ride with his big brother and sister!
What point of view is the story told?
a. first person
b. second person
c. third person
c. third person
300
I think second and third grades are similar, but there are a few differences. The subjects are the same because we still do math, reading, writing, science, and social studies. However, the work does seem a little harder. Another reason third grade is different is because we have to have more responsibility in our classroom and on homework.
How is this paragraph organized?
a. cause and effect
b. sequence
c. compare/contrast
c. compare/contrast
List some signal words that helped you answer the question correctly.
300
Jenny thought for sure that her new school would be unlike her previous one. On her first day, she noticed this school had more students, a different lunch menu, and only one recess instead of two. On the other hand, the more time she spent there, she realized that they had the same computer games in their computer lab, similar after school clubs, and better lunches than her first school. She began to realize that her two schools were more alike than she had thought.
How is this paragraph organized?
a. cause and effect
b. sequence
c. compare/contrast
c. compare/contrast
List some signal words that helped you to find the correct answer.
300
Read the sentences below about driving less. What is the relationship between the first and second sentences?
Vehicles emit gases that cause climate change. To help reduce these harmful gases, walk or bike to your destination.
a. The first sentence tells the process. The second sentence identifies the process.
b. The first sentence tells a problem. The second sentence shows the solution.
b. The first sentence tells a problem. The second sentence shows the solution.
300
What body of water separates Africa and Australia?
a. Indian Ocean
b. Lake Michigan
c. Pacific Ocean
d. Gulf of Mexico
a. Indian Ocean
300
I like to spend time in my tree house. It is in an oak tree in our backyard. Sometime I bring a snack up there with me and eat it while I am reading a book. Other times, I invite my friend Robbie to come with me and we play cards or DS games.
What point of view is the story?
a. first person
b. second person
c. third person
a. first person
400
Billy's baseball team was having a bake sale because the team needed money to go to their championship game. Due to the bake sale, Billy's mom made chocolate oatmeal cookies, brownies, and lemonade. While his mom was helping his little sister, Billy got a little hungry. He grabbed the cookies and lemonade and headed to the backyard. He didn't realize he had eaten over half the cookies and slurped most of the lemonade until his mom yelled for him to come to the car. As a result, there wasn't a lot of treats to sell at the bake sale.
How is this paragraph organized?
a. cause and effect
b. sequence
c. compare/contrast
b. cause and effect
List some signal words that helped you choose the correct answer.
400
One Saturday, Gina's mom had to go to work unexpectedly. She called the babysitter and ler her a note on the kitchen counter of all the places that Gina needed to go that day such as the hair salon, her piano teacher's house, and to volunteer at the library. Gina really wanted to have fun that day, wo when the babysitter arrived she quickly threw the note in the trash. When the babysitter couldn't find the note, she just asked Gina where she was supposed to go. Gina told her she was supposed to go to the candy store and the arcade. Because of this, Gina missed all of her important appointments that day.
How is this paragraph organized?
a. cause and effect
b. sequence
c. compare/contrast
a. cause and effect
List some signal words that helped you find the correct answer.
400
Read the sentences below about corals and anemones. What is the relationship between the first and second sentences?
Many people mistake corals and anemones for plants because both animals have stinging cells. Unlike corals, sea anemones can move by gliding on their base.
a. The first sentence tells a problem. The second sentence shows the solution.
b. The first sentence describes the similarity. The second sentence tells the difference.
b. The first sentence describes the similarity. The second sentence tells the difference.
400
What information does the image give that the text does not? Select all possible answers.
a) The image tells me what a continent is.
b) The image shows me the different kinds of animals and landforms on the continents.
c) The image shows me where each continent is located.
d) The image gives the names of the continents and the bodies of water.
c) The image shows me where each continent is located.
d) The image gives the names of the continents and the bodies of water.
400
You need to work carefully when you are building a model rocket. Follow the instructions very closely. Only after you are done building your rocket should you try to paint it. Let the paint dry for at least a day before launching it.
What point of view is the story told?
a. first person
b. second person
c. third person
b. second person
500
Twins have a lot of things in common. Many time, they look alike, have similar thoughts, and their voices often sound the same. However, they can have totally different personalities and abilities. One twin may be shy, and the other outgoing. They could have differing opinions on fun things to do in their spare time. For example, one may love to read and explore while the other is mainly interested in sports. Just because twins may look alike, doesn't mean that they are just the same!
How is this paragraph organized?
a. cause and effect
b. sequence
c. compare/contrast
c. compare/contrast
List some signal words that helped you to answer the question correctly.
500
Both the coral snake and king snake of North America have yellow, red, and black patterns. However, the coral snake is venomous, while the king snake of North America is harmless. The king snake of North America also uses its colors and patterns to scare off its predators. Their predators can't distinguish which snake is dangerous or which one is not.
Which words in the paragraph signal a contrast?
a. both, however
b. however, while
c. and, also
d. both, and
b. however, while
500
Read the sentences below about making banana pancakes. What is the relationship between the first and second sentences?
Making health banana pancakes is very easy. Mix two eggs, two overripe bananas, and flour before cooking the in the pie maker.
a. The first sentence tells the process. The second sentence identifies the process.
b. The first sentence asks a question. The second sentence answers the question.
The first sentence tells the process. The second sentence identifies the process.
500
Which paragraph does the image help the reader understand?
a) 1st paragraph
b) 2nd paragraph
c) 3rd paragraph
d) None of the paragraphs
c) 3rd paragraph
500
Everyone was tired of being in the car. They had been driving all day and still had a couple of hours to go. The kids were whining, and Dad was getting grumpy. When Mom suggested they stop for ice cream, everyone thought it was a great idea.
What point of view is the story told?
a. first person
b. second person
c. third person
c. third person