Perspective
As the bus slowed near the museum, Marcus slumped in his seat and stared out the window. He groaned quietly while the guide explained the rules and checked his watch twice. During the tour, Marcus dragged his feet and yawned, barely looking at the displays. When the group stopped to ask questions, he stayed far behind, kicking at the floor. He looked relieved when the teacher announced it was time to leave.
Which statement best explains Marcus' perspective toward the museum trip?
A. He feels excited.
B. He feels nervous.
C. He feels uninterested.
D. He feels proud.
C. He feels uninterested.
The hikers reached the top of the hill and looked down at the winding path below. Slowly, they began to descend, taking careful steps so they would not slip. By the time they reached the bottom, their legs felt tired but strong.
What does the word descend mean as it is used in this paragraph?
A. To climb higher
B. To move downward
C. To walk in circles
D. To run quickly
B. To move downward
Once there was a queen who was rich, kind, and wanted to share her treasures only with deserving people. She disguised herself as a beggar and walked down the road, hoping to find those who were generous. Soon she met a farmer who offered her water from his well, and she gladly accepted. After revealing her identity, she gave him gold, saying his kindness earned a share of her riches. Later, a girl in a horse-drawn wagon offered the queen a ride, and again she rewarded the girl with gold for her generosity. Soon the queen came to a house where a woman baked a cake, but the woman scolded the queen and said she would only make her a small cake. When the queen revealed herself, the woman bowed deeply, apologized, and offered a bigger cake. The queen refused the cakes and scolded the woman for her stinginess, explaining that unkindness would leave a bad taste in her mouth. She left, certain the woman would learn from her neighbors the value of treating others generously.
Which sentence could be used in a summary of this story?
A. The queen was a greedy woman.
B. The queen desired to give money to the generous.
C. The queen was walking down the road.
D. The girl's wagon was pulled by horses.
B. The queen desired to give money to the generous.
During the school talent show, Sam told a joke about a talking dog. Everyone was dying of laughter, holding their stomachs and wiping tears from their eyes. Even the teacher couldn’t stop giggling at the silly story.
What is the meaning of the phrase dying of laughter as it is used in the paragraph?
A. Feeling very tired from
B. Laughing really hard
C. Being embarrassed in front of others
D. Smiling politely without laughing
B. Laughing really hard
As the art supplies were passed out, Lina rolled up her sleeves and pushed her chair closer to the table. She tested each marker carefully before choosing her favorite colors. When paint spilled, she laughed softly and wiped it up without complaining. Lina leaned back to admire her work, tilting her head thoughtfully. When cleanup time came, she asked if she could finish during recess.
Which sentence could be used to explain Lina’s perspective on art class?
A. Lina thinks art class is too difficult.
B. Lina thinks art class is enjoyable.
C. Lina thinks art class is ridiculous.
D. Lina thinks art class is uninteresting.
B. Lina thinks art class is enjoyable.
The bell rang loudly, and students rushed to pack their bags. In her haste, Mia forgot to zip her backpack and her papers spilled onto the floor. She knelt down quickly to gather everything before leaving.
What does the word haste mean as it is used in this paragraph?
A. Careful planning
B. Slow walking
C. Quick movement
D. Forgetfulness
C. Quick movement
Long ago there lived a poor fisherman who barely made enough money to feed his family. One day, he pulled his net from the sea and found only an old bottle inside. “Maybe I can sell this bottle,” he thought, “there might even be something valuable inside.” As soon as he opened it, a cloud of gray smoke flowed out and grew into the shape of a giant man—a genie. The genie roared, “Prepare to die!” because he was angry after being trapped for hundreds of years. The fisherman protested, “But I set you free! You should be grateful and grant me my wishes.” The genie explained that over 400 years he had changed his mind and now wanted revenge. The fisherman quickly said, “You’re not even a real genie; you couldn’t have fit in that tiny bottle,” doubting the genie's power. Enraged, the genie turned into smoke and returned to the bottle, which the fisherman immediately sealed and threw back into the sea.Which sentence could be used in a summary of this story?
A. The genie wanted revenge on the fisherman.
B.The fisherman wanted to feed his family.
C. The genie was in the bottle for 400 years.
D. The story took place long ago.
A. The genie wanted revenge on the fisherman.
Maya tried to lift her new backpack after buying ten books from the library. It weighs a ton, and she struggled to carry it up the stairs. She finally set it down with a groan and promised to bring fewer books next time.
What is the meaning of the phrase weighs a ton as it is used in the paragraph?
A. Very heavy
B. Very light
C. Very old
D. Very valuable
A. Very heavy
When the new seating chart was posted, Caleb scanned the list with a tight frown. He dragged his backpack to his new desk and whispered, “I liked my old spot better.” During partner time, he answered questions with short replies and said, “I don’t know,” without looking up. When the bell rang, Caleb packed up quickly and left without saying goodbye. He glanced back at his old seat and sighed.
Which statement best shows Caleb’s perspective on his new seat?
A. Caleb is excited about his new seat.
B. Caleb does not care about switching seats.
C. Caleb is confused by the seating chart.
D. Caleb feels unhappy about the seating change.
D. Caleb feels unhappy about the seating change.
During independent work time, the classroom was supposed to stay quiet. Leo was especially chatty, whispering comments and stories to anyone nearby. The teacher raised an eyebrow, and Leo finally focused on his paper.
What does the word chatty mean as it is used in this paragraph?
A. Very quiet
B. Helpful
C. Sleeping
D. Talkative
D. Talkative
When Liam lost his favorite toy, he was heartbroken. He cried a river, tears flowing down his cheeks without stopping. His mom wrapped him in a blanket and whispered comforting words until he calmed down.
What is the meaning of the phrase cried a river as it is used in the paragraph?
A. Cried a little
B. Cried a lot
C. Complained loudly
D. Wished for a river
B. Cried a lot