Personification
Why does the author use personification here?
“The storm punched the roof again and again.”
A. To explain storm damage
B. To help the reader feel how powerful the storm is
C. To show storms have hands
D. To make the story funny
B. To help the reader feel how powerful the storm is
Zsabrina spent weeks preparing her speech, but when she reached the stage, her mind went blank.
Instead of running off, she took a deep breath and began again, shakier but determined.
The audience listened quietly as she worked through each line.
When she finished, the applause surprised her more than the mistake had.
Walking offstage, she realized she felt stronger than if the speech had been perfect.
What is the theme?
A. Growth often comes through confronting moments of weakness, not avoiding them.
B. People admire confidence more than honesty.
C. Success only matters when others notice your effort.
A. Growth often comes through confronting moments of weakness, not avoiding them.
Read the sentence:
"The moon rose slowly above the mountains, casting a silver glow over the valley."
What does the word rose mean in this sentence?
A. A type of flower
B. Moved upward or appeared in the sky
C. Stood up
D. Smelled sweet
B. Moved upward or appeared in the sky
Video games are a popular form of entertainment enjoyed by people of all ages.
Some games are designed to tell a story, while others focus on solving puzzles or competing against other players.
Video games can improve hand-eye coordination and problem-solving skills.
Many games are played online, allowing players to interact with friends or strangers around the world.
Video games have different genres, including action, adventure, strategy, and simulation.
Professional video gamers compete in tournaments for prizes and recognition.
Game developers spend years designing characters, levels, and challenges to make games fun and engaging.
What is the main idea of this passage?
A. Video games are a popular form of entertainment for many people.
B. Professional video gamers compete in tournaments.
C. Video games can improve hand-eye coordination.
D. Game developers spend years designing levels and characters.
A. Video games are a popular form of entertainment for many people.
Is this personification?
“The puppy barked loudly.”
No, because barking loud is something puppies already do
Lennox always rushed through chores so he could get back to gaming.
One day, he dropped a whole basket of clean laundry in the mud because he was moving too fast.
Frustrated, he had to wash everything again.
His grandmother watched quietly, letting him correct his mistake.
As he rewashing the clothes, he noticed how carefully she folded everything, even when no one else was watching.
Her patience made the task look almost peaceful.
Later that week, he chose to slow down on purpose and focus on doing things the right way.
To his surprise, the results made him feel calmer than racing to finish ever had.
What is the theme?
A. Rushing through life often steals the chance to learn discipline and appreciation.
B. People should avoid chores because they cause stress.
C. Patience only matters for older people, not kids.
A. Rushing through life often steals the chance to learn discipline and appreciation.
Read the sentence:
"The lead actor of the play decided to lead the cast through the difficult scene without a script."
What does the first lead mean, and what does the second lead mean?
A. Lead (first) = a type of metal; lead (second) = to guide or direct
B. Lead (first) = the main performer; lead (second) = to guide or direct
C. Lead (first) = to guide or direct; lead (second) = the main performer
D. Lead (first) = a drawing pencil; lead (second) = to persuade
B. Lead (first) = the main performer; lead (second) = to guide or direct
Eating breakfast is one of the most important things students can do for their health and learning. Studies show that students who eat a healthy breakfast have more energy, focus better in class, and perform better on tests. Skipping breakfast can make students feel tired, irritable, and less able to concentrate. Many schools now offer breakfast programs to help students start the day right. Eating a nutritious meal in the morning sets the tone for healthier eating throughout the day.
What is the author’s claim in this passage?
A. Students should eat breakfast because it helps their health and learning.
B. Many schools offer breakfast programs for students.
C. Skipping breakfast can make students feel tired.
D. Breakfast can include healthy foods like cereal, fruit, or eggs.
A. Students should eat breakfast because it helps their health and learning.
Does this sentence use personification?
“The moon followed us home.”
Yes, because moon is a non-human object and "followed" is the human-like quality
Noa spent months cataloging the birds in her backyard, noting their calls, flight patterns, and habits.
Her notebooks were filled with observations that nobody but she seemed to notice.
One morning, a rare bird appeared, unlike any she had recorded before.
Excited, she ran to tell her neighbors, but they were busy and barely looked up.
Later, she watched the bird alone, appreciating the intricate patterns of its wings and the way it rested in the sun.
She realized that some discoveries are meaningful even if no one else witnesses them.
At night, she wrote a detailed account of the bird’s behavior, careful not to omit a single feathered nuance.
For the first time, she understood that observation could be its own reward.
What is the theme?
A. Loneliness makes experiences less significant.
B. Achievements only matter when others acknowledge them.
C. The value of observation and discovery are important even if no one else notices
C. The value of observation and discovery are important even if no one else notices
Read the sentence:
"During the fair, the band decided to wind the old clock before their performance, while children ran in circles along the winding path."
What do the two uses of wind mean in this sentence?
A. Wind (first) = a gust of air; wind (second) = to follow a curving path
B. Wind (first) = to follow a curving path; wind (second) = to blow air
C. Wind (first) = a gust of air; wind (second) = to blow loudly
D. Wind (first) = to turn or tighten; wind (second) = to follow a curving path
D. Wind (first) = to turn or tighten; wind (second) = to follow a curving path
Some cities are considering banning private cars from downtown areas to reduce traffic and pollution. Advocates argue that more people would use public transportation, walk, or bike, which could make streets safer and healthier. Critics worry that limiting cars could hurt local businesses, inconvenience residents, and make deliveries more difficult. Studies in cities that have tried car-free zones show a mix of results: air quality improves, but some businesses report lower sales. Overall, many experts suggest that careful planning, incentives, and gradual implementation are key to making such policies successful.
Which three details best support the author’s claim that car-free policies can be successful if carefully planned and managed?
A. Advocates argue that more people would use public transportation, walk, or bike.
B. Critics worry that limiting cars could hurt local businesses.
C. Studies show air quality improves in car-free zones.
D. Some businesses report lower sales in car-free areas.
E. Many experts suggest careful planning, incentives, and gradual implementation are key.
F. Cities are considering banning private cars to reduce traffic and pollution.
A,C,E
As Jahryzen walked along the beach, he came across a turtle struggling in the sand. He noticed a fishing net tangled around its flipper. Wanting to help, Jahryzen carefully cut the net free. The grateful turtle handed him a seashell and said, “One good deed leads to another.” With that, the turtle slipped back into the ocean.
Why did the author use personification in the paragraph?
A. To enable the turtle to express appreciation
B. To teach the reader that turtles often depend on humans for help
C. To make the moment sound more dramatic and urgent
D. To explain why the turtle was stuck in the fishing net
A. To enable the turtle to express appreciation
Poem: The Little Seed
A tiny seed fell in the ground,
No one saw it, no one around.
It waited quietly through the rain,
Through storms and sun, through sun and pain.
One day it broke the soil’s tight seam,
And reached up high toward the sunbeam.
Though no one watched it grow each day,
It bloomed in beauty anyway.
Which is the best theme of this poem?
A. Plants need constant attention to survive.
B. Things can grow and thrive even without attention or praise
C. Beauty only matters when others notice it.
B. Things can grow and thrive even without attention or praise
"Sam watched the dove circle above the garden, while the teacher asked him to dove carefully into the pool during swimming class."
What do the two uses of dove mean in this sentence?
A. Dove (first) = a type of fish; dove (second) = a bird
B. Dove (first) = a bird; dove (second) = a color
C. Dove (first) = a bird; dove (second) = to plunge headfirst into water
D. Dove (first) = a gentle gesture; dove (second) = to fly
C. Dove (first) = a bird; dove (second) = to plunge headfirst into water
Passage:
Axolotls are unusual amphibians that are native to lakes in Mexico.
Unlike most amphibians, axolotls remain in their larval stage their entire lives, meaning they keep their gills and live underwater.
They are carnivores and eat small fish, worms, and insects.
Axolotls have the amazing ability to regenerate lost body parts, including limbs, their spinal cord, and even parts of their heart and brain.
Because their natural habitats are polluted and shrinking, axolotls are critically endangered in the wild.
Question:
Which of the following supports the central idea that axolotls are special?
A. Axolotls are carnivores and eat small fish, worms, and insects.
B. Axolotls can regenerate lost body parts, including limbs, spinal cord, and parts of their heart and brain.
C. Axolotls live in lakes in Mexico.
D. Their habitats are polluted and shrinking
B. Axolotls can regenerate lost body parts, including limbs, spinal cord, and parts of their heart and brain.
Why did the author choose to use personification in the sentence below?
“The wind danced through the field, brushing past the tall grass.”
A. To show that the wind was very strong and dangerous
B. To visualize the calmness of the wind and its gentle effects on the grass
C. To explain how fast the wind was blowing using scientific facts
D. To compare the wind to a loud storm
B. To visualize the calmness of the wind and its gentle effects on the grass
Poem: Through Every Storm
When clouds grow dark and winds blow strong,
And days of doubt feel far too long,
Two hearts remain, they hold on tight,
Through endless sorrow, through the night.
When paths get rough, when tears may fall,
They find each other through it all.
No distance, time, or fear can part
The steady beat of a loving heart.
Which is the best theme of this poem?
A. Relationships fail if obstacles appear.
B. Love only works when life is easy and smooth.
C. True love is patient and never gives up, even in hard times.
C. True love is patient and never gives up, even in hard times.
"The teacher said that patience is an important attribute, and she also asked the students to attribute their ideas to reliable sources in their essays."
What do the two uses of attribute mean in this sentence?
A. Attribute (first) = a quality or characteristic; attribute (second) = to give credit or assign
B. Attribute (first) = to give credit or assign; attribute (second) = a quality or characteristic
C. Attribute (first) = a symbol; attribute (second) = a type of essay
D. Attribute (first) = a personal opinion; attribute (second) = a quality or skill
A. Attribute (first) = a quality or characteristic; attribute (second) = to give credit or assign
Space is full of fascinating objects and phenomena.
Stars are massive balls of gas that produce light and heat through nuclear reactions.
Planets orbit stars and can have different sizes, surfaces, and atmospheres.
Some planets, like Jupiter, have strong magnetic fields and dozens of moons.
Comets are icy bodies that create bright tails when they approach the Sun.
Black holes are regions in space with gravity so strong that not even light can escape.
Astronomers use telescopes to study these objects and learn more about the universe.
Which three details best support the central idea that space is full of fascinating objects and phenomena?
A. Stars are massive balls of gas that produce light and heat through nuclear reactions.
B. Planets orbit stars and can have different sizes, surfaces, and atmospheres.
C. Some planets, like Jupiter, have strong magnetic fields and dozens of moons.
D. Astronomers use telescopes to study these objects and learn more about the universe.
E. Black holes are regions in space with gravity so strong that not even light can escape.
F. Comets are icy bodies that create bright tails when they approach the Sun.
A, B, F