INFERENCING
Sofia opened her lunchbox and frowned. She quietly closed it and asked her friend if she could share. What can the reader infer?
A. Sofia forgot her lunch
B. Sofia did not like the lunch she had
C. Sofia was not hungry
D. Sofia had already eaten
B. Sofia did not like the lunch she had
The boys were happy to wake up and see that it was a windy day. It would be perfect to fly a kite! They grabbed their kites and spent the entire day at the park. One of their kites almost flew off the string! Both boys had a great day. The author's purpose is to:
A. Inform
B. Entertain
C. Persuade
B. Entertain
What is a lemon shark? No, they don’t drink lemonade. Lemon sharks live in shallow, coastline water located in sub-tropical regions like the Bahamas. Lemon sharks get their name from the color of their skin. Their skin is a yellow-brownish color like a lemon. They can grow up to 11 feet long and weigh up to 400 pounds. They are also a very social type of fish who live in social groups that hunt together. If you are ever caught swimming around a group of lemon sharks, do not be scared. Lemon sharks are not aggressive towards humans. However, humans are often aggressive to lemon sharks.
18 Which sentence best supports the idea that lemon sharks got their name from the color of their skin?
F. They don’t drink lemonade.
G. They live in shallow, coastline water.
H. Their skin is a yellow-brownish color.
J. They can grow up to 11 feet long and weigh 400 pounds.
H. Their skin is a yellow-brownish color.
Annabelle hated going to the dentist. She always received a sugar-free lollipop at the end of the visit, but that reward was not worth the pain of getting a cavity filled. She remembered Nicole, who never seemed to have any cavities, as she waited her turn in the chair. The ticktock filled the silence of the waiting room. Finally, her turn came! “Ticktock” is an example of what?
a. Simile
b. Metaphor
c. Hyperbole
d. Onomatopoeia
d. Onomatopoeia
If writing has paragraphs, poems have these...
What are stanzas?
I could feel my heart pounding as I stepped up to the plate. Everyone was watching me, and I didn’t want to let my team down. You’ve got this, I told myself. I gripped the bat tightly and took a deep breath before the pitcher threw the ball. What point of view is this passage written in?
A. First person
B. Second person
C. Third person
A. First person
After studying all week, Jenny smiled at the first few test questions but began to slow down and reread later ones more carefully. What can the reader BEST infer?
A. The test became more challenging
B. Jenny did not study enough
C. Jenny is rushing
D. The test is very short
A. The test became more challenging
You should always follow rules. First of all, it will help keep you safe. Following rules also keep teams, games, and classes organized. When you follow the rules, you will typically have more fun. The author's purpose is to:
A. Inform
B. Entertain
C. Persuade
C. Persuade
You may have heard of Mike Lupica. He is the bestselling author of books like Heat, Fantasy League, and Lone Stars. Lupica always knew he wanted to be a writer. As a kid, he would write all types of stories and then joined the school newspaper in high school and college. After graduation, he got a job covering the New York Knicks basketball team. “From there, the rest is history,” Lupica said. Which detail best supports the idea that Lupica always knew he wanted to be a writer?
F. You may have heard of Mike Lupica.
G. He is the bestselling author of books like Heat, Fantasy League, and Lone Stars.
H. “From there, the rest is history,” Lupica said.
J. As a kid, he would write all types of stories and joined the school newspaper in high school and college.
J. As a kid, he would write all types of stories and joined the school newspaper in high school and college.
I’m ashamed to admit it, but I’m jealous of my friend Sheila. She always looks good in a photograph, even when she’s not aware that her picture is being taken. You could take her picture from above, below, or from the side. You could take it outdoors or indoors, on a sunny day or when it’s raining. She will always look fantastic from any angle. What can I say? It’s clear that the camera loves her!
“the camera loves her” is an example of what?
a. Personification
b. Metaphor
c. Hyperbole
d. Alliteration
a. Personification
This figurative language exaggerates what is happening in the story for emphasis.
What is hyperbole?
Marcus had practiced for weeks, but during the game, he missed the final shot. As his teammates walked off the court, Marcus stayed behind, replaying the moment in his mind. The next day, he returned to the gym earlier than usual and began practicing again, determined to improve. What is the BEST theme of the passage?
A. Winning is the most important part of sports
B. Practice helps people become better over time
C. Losing can motivate people to work harder
D. Basketball requires skill and teamwork
C. Losing can motivate people to work harder
Earth's surface is always changing. Wind crumbles rocks and soil. Volcanoes erupt. Both of these things change the way earth looks. Changes happen on earth all of the time, and they occur in the ocean and on land. Underwater volcanoes add more land to our planet. Lava forms islands in the ocean. Based on the text, what can be inferred?
1. Volcanoes are powerful
2. Changes only happen on earth’s surface
3. Lava is the only thing that causes changes on earth
4. Wind crumbles rocks and soil
1. Volcanoes are powerful
Cam looked up at the scoreboard and saw that there was only 4 seconds left. He quickly stole the ball from his opponent and began dribbling up the court. As the clock got to 1, he shot the ball. It went in! Cam’s team won! The author's purpose is to:
A. Inform
B. Entertain
C. Persuade
B. Entertain
Fiona was born a star. The baby hippo has shared her whole life on the Cincinnati Zoo’s social media. Through social media, she has become an internet sensation. Now, Fiona has her very own show, called “The Fiona Show”. Ticket sales are up at the Cincinnati Zoo because so many of her online fans want to see Fiona in person. The idea that people want to see Fiona in person is supported by the detail that:
F. Fiona was born a star.
G. Fiona has her very own TV show.
H. ticket sales are up at the Cincinnati Zoo.
J. she has become an internet sensation.
H. ticket sales are up at the Cincinnati Zoo.
The day of the big debate had finally arrived, and I couldn’t sit still. My opponent, Marcus Hendricks, had just concluded his presentation. He had remained cool as a cucumber throughout his speech, speaking in a serene, reasonable tone of voice. I only hoped I wouldn’t throw up during my speech. You can do this, I thought. I rubbed my sweaty palms on my jeans, stood up, and prepared to address the class.
“Cool as a cucumber” most likely means:
a. At a cold temperature
b. Boring to listen to
c. Calm and relaxed
d. Extremely vain
c. Calm and relaxed
This kind of word has the opposite meaning of another word.
What is an antonym?
I was born in a small town and spent most of my childhood exploring the woods behind my house. As I grew older, I discovered my love for science and began entering local competitions. Winning my first award made me realize I wanted to become a scientist one day. Which statement BEST describes this passage?
A. It is a biography because it tells about a real person’s life
B. It is an autobiography because the author is telling their own story
C. It is a biography because it includes important life events
D. It is fiction because it tells a story
B. It is an autobiography because the author is telling their own story
Benny and Jed strolled through the meadow. They were surprised to hear buzzing noises coming from one side of the path. To their surprise, they spotted a hive. They got closer and closer, until a swarm came right towards them. "OUCH! OUCH!" Benny screamed. "Benny! Run!" yelled Jed. "They got me!" Benny cried, sprinting down the path. Based on the text, what can we assume happened to Benny?
A. Benny was stung by a swarm of mosquitos
B. Benny spotted a bear in the woods
C. Jed was stung by a wasp
D. Benny was stung by a swarm of bees
D. Benny was stung by a swarm of bees
Animals are divided into categories. They are grouped according to the things they have in common. All birds have feathers and lay eggs. Most birds fly but some do not. The author's purpose is to:
A. Inform
B. Entertain
C. Persuade
A. Inform
Louise Arner Boyd was the first woman to fly over the North Pole and led seven expeditions to the Arctic. She made movies and took hundreds of photographs of the Arctic. She was able to show many what almost no one had ever seen. She was honored with many awards and medals for her explorations to the Arctic. It is surprising that she is not more famous today. The details about Ms. Boyd’s photos and movies support the idea that—
A. only few had been to the Arctic before.
B. women did not explore much then.
C. she is famous today because of her explorations.
D. she should have gotten more awards during her time.
A. only few had been to the Arctic before.
“Class, we have a new student today,” announced Mrs. Finch.
“Let’s all welcome Ravi from India!” Ravi timidly stepped into the classroom, gazing at a room full of unfamiliar faces. He desperately wished that he was invisible. Looking down at the other students’ shoes, he realized with dismay that all of them were wearing either Chuck Taylors or Nikes. He knew he stood out like a sore thumb in his discount sneakers. Miserably, he plodded to a seat in the back and shielded his feet from detection under the desk.
“Stood out like a sore thumb” most likely means:
a. Noticed for being different
b. Costing less money
c. Feeling nervous
d. Having a small injury
a. Noticed for being different
Sensory language that appeals to our five senses.
What is imagery?
Jordan stood at the edge of the diving board, staring down at the water below. He hesitated, wondering if he should jump. His friends cheered from the side, but Jordan wasn’t sure he was ready. After a moment, he took a deep breath and stepped forward. What point of view is this passage written in?
A. First person
B. Second person
C. Third person
C. Third person
Soil can be put into different groups based on the characteristics of each type. Soils are categorized based on the size of their particles. Particle size affects how much water a soil can hold. Loam is soil that has mostly sand and silt which allows water to filter quickly. It contains a smaller amount of clay which holds water. Loam is often thought of as the best type of soil for growing crops. Why is loam most likely the best type of soil?
A. It contains more particles than silt soil.
B. It enables enough water to reach the roots.
C. It can break down minerals.
D. Soil can be put into different groups
B. It enables enough water to reach the roots.
Dairy cows produce milk. Drinking milk can be very good for your body. The calcium will help your bones grow and stay strong. You should have at least 2 cups of milk every day. Go fill up a glass now! The author's purpose is to:
A. Inform
B. Entertain
C. Persuade
C. Persuade
In 1782, the bald eagle was chosen as the national symbol of the United States. It serves as a reminder of the strength and beauty of our country. Bald eagles live for about 20 years, and since they feast on mainly fish, they are found near large bodies of water. Luckily, the bald eagle population has grown over the past 20 years, and the bald eagle is no longer an endangered species. Which sentence best supports the idea that bald eagles are respected?
A. In 1782, the bald eagle was chosen as the national symbol of the United States.
B. It serves as a reminder of the strength and beauty of our country.
C. Bald eagles live for about 20 years.
D. The bald eagle is no longer an endangered species.
B. It serves as a reminder of the strength and beauty of our country.
Ever since she was a little girl, Imani had dreamed of becoming a scientist. The question was what would she study? She was eager to learn everything including the movement of the planets and the discovery of the atom. On Saturdays she would coax her grandfather into taking her to the museum, where she would absorb knowledge at a rapid pace. “That girl is as bright as a button,” her grandfather would say proudly. Imani would just smile modestly, secure in her accomplishments.
“Bright as a button” most likely means:
a. Humble
b. Shiny
c. Intelligent
d. Curious
c. Intelligent
This type of figurative language uses words with the same starting letter.
What is alliteration?
Many cities are working to reduce pollution. One major cause of pollution is car emissions. As a result, some cities have created bike lanes and improved public transportation. Because of these changes, air quality has started to improve in certain areas. Which text structure is used in this passage?
A. Sequence
B. Compare and contrast
C. Cause and effect
D. Problem and solution
D. Problem and solution