Figurative Language
A comparison using “like” or “as.”
Simile
This is the difference between theme and main idea: theme teaches a ___ .
Lesson
How does the flashback about the ferry (paragraph 4) develop the plot? (Passage 1)
A. It explains why Mr. Dalton prefers the old way of traveling.
B. It shows that Tommy used to be a ferry captain.
C. It reveals how the bridge was damaged a year earlier.
D. It explains why the mayor dislikes the river.
A. It explains why Mr. Dalton prefers the old way of traveling.
How does Maya feel about the Snow Day Games at first? (Passage 2)
A. nervous
B. excited
C. angry
D. confused
A. nervous
What does the prefix "re-" mean?
To do again.
ex.- redo, reread, revisit, etc.
Giving human traits to animals, objects, or ideas.
Personification
This theme might be shown when a character never gives up.
Perseverance
How does paragraph 3 contribute to the story? (Passage 1)
A. It explains why the town needs a new bridge.
B. It describes why the band practiced for weeks.
C. It predicts how the bridge might break in the future.
D. It shows why Tommy was chosen to speak at the event.
A. It explains why the town needs a new bridge.
What is Tommy’s perspective on the new bridge? (Passage 1)
A. He thinks the bridge is unsafe.
B. He is excited about the opportunities the bridge will bring.
C. He wishes the ferry had stayed.
D. He doesn’t care about the bridge at all.
B. He is excited about the opportunities the bridge will bring.
What does the word admire mean in paragraph 8? (Passage 2)
A. destroy
B. dislike
C. look at with appreciation
D. walk past quickly
C. look at with appreciation
What does the phrase "a new chapter" (paragraph 8) mean? (Passage 1)
A. a new book is being written
B. a new beginning or phase
C. a mistake that will be corrected
D. a problem that can’t be solved
B. a new beginning or phase
The theme of a story is best described as this.
The message or lesson of the story.
Choose two plot details that belong in a summary of passage 1.
A. The mayor opened the new Maple Bridge during a town celebration.
B. Tommy was chosen to lead the parade across the bridge.
C. Some townspeople disagreed about whether the bridge was a good idea.
D. Mr. Dalton announced that he would help build the next bridge.
E. The band refused to play during the ceremony.
A. The mayor opened the new Maple Bridge during a town celebration.
C. Some townspeople disagreed about whether the bridge was a good idea.
When a character tells the story using “I” or “we,” this is the point of view.
First Person
What does the word erupted mean in paragraph 3? (Passage 2)
A. suddenly cheered
B. quietly clapped
C. grew confused
D. walked away
A. suddenly cheered
Read this sentence from passage 1 paragraph 5:
“Stop fussing,”
What does the idiom stop fussing mean?
A. stop complaining
B. stop cheering
C. stop walking
D. stop building
A. stop complaining
How does Passage 1 develop the theme “change can bring new opportunities”?
A. Tommy and others look forward to new possibilities the bridge brings.
B. Mr. Dalton insists life should never change.
C. The mayor gives a long speech about safety rules.
D. Workers tear down the old ferry immediately.
A. Tommy and others look forward to new possibilities the bridge brings.
How does paragraph 4 contribute to the story? (Passage 2)
A. It explains why Maya dislikes winter.
B. It reveals Maya’s past experience that makes her nervous now.
C. It predicts Maya will fall again.
D. It describes how Keisha became her friend.
B. It reveals Maya’s past experience that makes her nervous now.
How does the narrator’s perspective influence the story? (Passage 1)
A. The narrator shares the thoughts and feelings of several characters.
B. The narrator does not explain any of the town’s history.
C. The narrator focuses only on the mayor’s point of view.
D. The narrator describes only negative opinions about the bridge.
A. The narrator shares the thoughts and feelings of several characters.
What does the word shuffled mean in paragraph 6? (passage 1)
A. ran quickly
B. walked slowly
C. rode a bicycle
D. shouted loudly
A. ran quickly
An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.
Hyperbole
How does Passage 2 develop the theme “trying something new can lead to success”?
A. Maya and Keisha win because they practiced for months.
B. Maya tries the sculpture contest and discovers she’s talented.
C. Principal Ramirez forces everyone to join a competition.
D. Keisha avoids participating in outdoor events.
B. Maya tries the sculpture contest and discovers she’s talented.
The struggle between opposing forces in a story is known as this.
Conflict
How does Maya’s perspective influence the story? (Passage 2)
A. It helps the reader understand her nervousness and her growth.
B. It prevents the reader from learning what the games are like.
C. It makes every event seem negative.
D. It focuses only on Keisha’s actions.
A. It helps the reader understand her nervousness and her growth.
What does the phrase a small crowd mean in paragraph 8? (Passage 2)
A. one person
B. a few people gathered
C. the whole school arrived
D. only teachers attended
B. a few people gathered