Text Evidence
1. Which quote demonstrates that Ava is beginning to panic about her missing notebook?
A. “Her heart pounded faster with every passing second.”
B. “Backpacks bounced against shoulders in the hallway.”
C. “The science fair was only three days away.”
D. “Marcus studied the area around the locker.”
Answer: A | “Her heart pounded faster with every passing second.”
Which quote best supports a theme of the story?
A. “The final bell rang, and students poured into the hallways.”
B. “The notebook rested beneath a tray of seed packets.”
C. “By staying calm, asking questions, and following the facts, she had solved the mystery.”
D. “Several students watered plants in the greenhouse.”
Answer: C | “By staying calm, asking questions, and following the facts, she had solved the mystery.”
17. Based on paragraph 4, what is the impact of the phrase “Her heart pounded faster with every passing second”?
A. It emphasizes Ava’s growing anxiety about the missing notebook.
B. It suggests Ava is angry with Marcus for not helping sooner.
C. It explains why the hallway becomes crowded after school ends.
D. It shows Ava is excited about presenting at the science fair.
Answer: A | It emphasizes Ava’s growing anxiety about the missing notebook.
2. Which quote below is evidence that Marcus is observant?
A. “Ava searched the locker twice, then three times.”
B. “Marcus was known throughout sixth grade for noticing details that other people missed.”
C. “The locker door was slightly open.”
D. “Students were watering plants in the greenhouse.”
Answer: B | “Marcus was known throughout sixth grade for noticing details that other people missed.”
10. Which best summarizes the story?
A. Ava loses her notebook, follows clues with Marcus, and learns not to panic before understanding the facts.
B. Marcus joins the Garden Club after helping Ava search the greenhouse for missing supplies.
C. Lily discovers a missing notebook while organizing papers for the science fair competition.
D. Ava spends the afternoon practicing science fair presentations with her classmates after school.
Answer: A | Ava loses her notebook, follows clues with Marcus, and learns not to panic before understanding the facts.
18. In paragraph 7, how does the word “lead” affect the paragraph’s meaning?
A. It suggests the clue may guide Ava and Marcus toward an answer.
B. It explains why the greenhouse is connected to the science fair.
C. It shows Marcus wants to become the leader of the investigation.
D. It reveals Ava no longer believes the notebook is missing.
Answer: A | It suggests the clue may guide Ava and Marcus toward an answer.
3. Which quote best shows that Ava values her science project?
A. “The hallway buzzed with nervous energy.”
B. “The locker door was slightly open.”
C. “Marcus grinned and said, ‘That’s why detectives look for evidence.’”
D. “The notebook contained weeks of research, observations, and sketches for her project.”
Answer: D | “The notebook contained weeks of research, observations, and sketches for her project.”
14. How do the details of the first paragraph convey the theme?
A. They create a busy setting that contrasts with Ava’s growing worry.
B. They explain why Marcus enjoys solving mysteries at school.
C. They suggest the science fair is more important than friendships.
D. They reveal that the hallway is usually quiet after school.
Answer: A | They create a busy setting that contrasts with Ava’s growing worry.
20. In paragraph 12, what is the meaning of “following the facts”?
A. avoiding responsibility for a mistake
B. depending only on other people’s opinions
C. using evidence and logical thinking to solve a problem
D. remembering details from a classroom lecture
Answer: C | using evidence and logical thinking to solve a problem
4. Which quote supports the inference that Ava often jumps to conclusions?
A. “Another student found it but did not know who it belonged to.”
B. “The clue seemed small, but it was the only lead they had.”
C. “Earlier, she had imagined the worst possible explanations.”
D. “The flyers eventually led them to the greenhouse.”
Answer: C | “Earlier, she had imagined the worst possible explanations.”
16. Which detail best conveys a theme of the story?
A. “The flyers eventually led them to the school’s greenhouse.”
B. “Earlier, she had imagined the worst possible explanations.”
C. “The notebook rested beneath a tray of seed packets.”
D. “Students poured into the hallways after the final bell.”
Answer: B | “Earlier, she had imagined the worst possible explanations.”
A. Ava became tired from carrying her backpack all day.
B. Ava realized the notebook was damaged beyond repair.
C. Ava felt confused about what had happened in the greenhouse.
D. Ava felt relieved after finding her missing notebook.
Answer: D | Ava felt relieved after finding her missing notebook.
Which quote best shows how Marcus helps solve the conflict?
A. “Instead of panicking, Marcus studied the area around the locker.”
B. “Families filled the auditorium with conversation.”
C. “The notebook rested beneath a tray of seed packets.”
D. “Ava reviewed her research later that evening.”
13. Which is a theme of the passage?
A. Students should avoid trusting people they do not know well.
B. Important school assignments often create conflict between classmates.
C. Remaining calm can help people solve problems more effectively.
D. Teamwork is only useful when adults are unavailable to help.
Answer: C | Remaining calm can help people solve problems more effectively.
A. supplies used to complete a science project
B. opinions or decisions formed before knowing all the facts
C. conversations students have while solving problems
D. clues that help investigators solve mysteries
Answer: B | opinions or decisions formed before knowing all the facts