Define
Random 1
random 2
Replacing
100
Define what the underlined words means as used in the sentence:
That car exceeded the speed limit
a.) went beyond
b.) took part in
c.) put in place
d.) to not take part in
a.) went beyond
100
In Passage 2, what evidence does the Expert give to support the idea that the Orkney Islanders were closely connected to the sea? a.) “Although some days are sunny the weather is often misty, cloudy, and foggy.” b.) “Many fishermen went out in boats every day from their small island homes.” c.) “Oh, no, the Greeks, Egyptians, and many others did the same.” d.) “ So, long ago, people in the Orkney Islands probably gathered together around a fire and sang and told stories.”
b.) “Many fishermen went out in boats every day from their small island homes.”
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Passage: The Case of the Missing Lunchbox
Lily was excited for school today because it was field day. She had packed her favorite lunch—turkey and cheese sandwich, carrot sticks, and a chocolate chip cookie. During morning recess, she left her lunchbox on the bench by the playground while she played soccer with her friends. When the bell rang, Lily ran back to the bench, but her lunchbox was gone. She looked around, but it was nowhere to be found.
Feeling worried, Lily told her friend Mateo about her missing lunchbox. “Maybe someone took it by mistake,” Mateo suggested. They checked the picnic tables and the grassy field, but there was no sign of it. Lily’s stomach rumbled as she imagined having no lunch during the field day picnic.
Lily decided to ask her teacher, Ms. Carter, for help. Ms. Carter walked with Lily to the lost and found. They searched through a pile of jackets, water bottles, and hats, but her lunchbox wasn’t there. “I’m sure we’ll find it,” Ms. Carter said with a reassuring smile, but Lily was starting to lose hope.
Just before lunch, Lily and Mateo decided to search the playground one more time. They looked under the slides and behind the swings. Suddenly, Lily spotted something familiar behind the basketball court. It was her lunchbox, but it was halfway open, and the cookie was missing.
Lily opened the lunchbox and saw her sandwich and carrots were still there. She was relieved. Then, she noticed a trail of crumbs leading to the fence. Peeking through the fence, Lily saw a group of squirrels nibbling on something. She laughed as she realized they must have taken her cookie. Lily didn’t mind—they needed a snack too. She was just happy to have her lunch back.
During the picnic, Lily told her friends the funny story about the sneaky squirrels. Mateo smiled and said, “I guess they won field day when it comes to finding food!” Lily agreed and made sure to keep her lunchbox with her the rest of the day.
That night, Lily told her parents all about the squirrel adventure. Her dad chuckled and said, “Next time, maybe you should pack an extra cookie for your squirrel friends.” Lily grinned, already planning her lunch for the next day.
How does the fifth paragraph contribute to the structure of this passage?
A) It introduces a new problem that Lily must solve.
B) It provides a funny detail about the squirrels.
C) It describes the solution to the main problem in the passage.
D) It creates a sense of suspense for the reader.
C) It describes the solution to the main problem in the passage.
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Australia England and France all developed their own laws.
Replace Australia England and France with:
a.) Australia England and France (no change)
b.) Australia England , and France
c.) Australia ,England , and France
d.)Australia,England,and France,
c.) Australia ,England , and France
200
Define what the underlined words means as used in the sentence:
She relishes takis.
a.)improves
b.) dislikes
c.) describes
d.) enjoys
d.) enjoys
200
"It was the second task in the Triwizard Cup. Harry Potter went quickly to perform his task, but the floodwaters were a bottomless pool, so Harry Potter failed."
What does the metaphor were a bottomless pool in this sentence suggest?
a.)The water was too deep for Harry
b.) Harry did not like swimming pools.
c.) The water had very steep sides
d.) Harry could not get into water
a.)The water was too deep for Harry
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Rising Waters
In the summer of 2008, the city of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, experienced one of the worst floods in its history. Heavy rainfall caused the Cedar River to rise higher than it had in over a century. The river spilled over its banks, flooding homes, businesses, and streets. People were forced to leave their homes with only a few belongings. The floodwater destroyed property and caused millions of dollars in damage. The people of Cedar Rapids would remember 2008 as a year unlike any other.
What made 2008 so unusual was the amount of rain that fell. In June alone, the area received nearly double the average rainfall for that time of year. The ground, already soaked from earlier storms, could not hold any more water. As the rain kept coming, the Cedar River swelled larger and larger. By mid-June, it had reached a record level of 31.12 feet—more than 19 feet above the flood stage. The river flowed with such force that it overwhelmed the levees, which were built to keep floodwaters out of the town.
The flooding of Cedar Rapids was unexpected and shocking. Although the city had experienced flooding before, it had never seen anything like this. Residents who had lived in the area for decades were stunned. One local man said, “I’ve lived here my whole life, and I’ve never seen the river rise this high. It’s unbelievable.” The floodwaters swept through entire neighborhoods, damaging schools, libraries, and even the city’s government buildings.
In the weeks that followed, the community of Cedar Rapids came together. Volunteers handed out food, water, and supplies. Farmers in the area shared their crops with neighbors who had lost everything. People donated clothing and money to help those who were displaced. Despite the destruction, the flood also showed the strength and kindness of the people in the town.
The flood of 2008 also revealed how levees work—and sometimes fail. Levees are barriers made of earth or concrete that are designed to keep rising water away from communities. When levees hold, they protect cities from flooding. However, when the river rises higher than the levee, the water spills over. This is what happened in Cedar Rapids. The levees could not contain the massive flow of water, and the town was flooded.
The Cedar River, which runs through Cedar Rapids, eventually connects to the Mississippi River. When the Cedar River flooded, it sent more water downstream, adding to the already swollen Mississippi. The flood of 2008 was not just a local disaster—it was part of a larger pattern of rising waters that affected many parts of the Midwest. It was a year that people in Cedar Rapids, and beyond, would never forget.
One of the main ideas of Rising Waters is that 2008 was an unusual year. Select two choices that explain how the author supports this main idea.
a.) The author describes how important farming became to the community of Cedar Rapids.
b.) The author compares the amount of rainfall in 2008 to the amount in other years.
c.) The author describes how a levee functions and why the town of Cedar Rapids had one.
d.) The author explains how the Cedar River, which flows near the community, connects to the Mississippi River.
e.) The author includes a quotation from a local resident that describes how unexpected the floods were.
b.) The author compares the amount of rainfall in 2008 to the amount in other years.
e.) The author includes a quotation from a local resident that describes how unexpected the floods were.
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By the time France has become a nation, people in each of these areas were telling wonderful stories.
Replace has become with:
a.) has become (no change)
b.) will become
c.) is becoming
d.) had become
d.) had become
300
What is the meaning of the root vis in the word visible?
Hear
See
Go
Shape
See
300
“ The Frog plunged below the waters, brought up the dirt, and returned to the hill carrying the soil like precious eggs on his webbed feet."
What does the simile like precious eggs in this sentence suggest about Frog?
a.) Frog moved faster than other animals
b.) Frog was a great swimmer
c.) Frog was brave and strong
d.) Frog brought the soil carefully
d.) Frog brought the soil carefully
300
Some of the most popular stories were the legends of Korra, which people were still enjoying today.
Replace were still enjoying with:
a.)were still enjoying ( no change)
b.) have still enjoyed
c.) will still be enjoying
d.) still enjoy
d.) still enjoy
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4.) What is the meaning of the root cede in the word receded?
Build
See
Go
Shape
Go
400
Rivers in the USA
Rivers are an important part of the United States. They provide water for people, animals, and plants. Many cities and towns are built near rivers because they offer a source of freshwater. Rivers are also used for transportation, fishing, and fun activities like kayaking and swimming.
Some of the largest rivers in the U.S. include the Mississippi River, the Missouri River, and the Colorado River. The Mississippi River is the second longest river in the country, but it carries more water than any other U.S. river. It stretches over 2,300 miles, flowing from Minnesota all the way to the Gulf of Mexico.
Rivers help the environment by carrying nutrients and creating habitats for wildlife. They also shape the land by wearing away rocks and carrying soil downstream. Rivers are an important natural resource that people and animals depend on every day.
What can you conclude about rivers in the USA?
(Choose 2 correct answers.)
A) Rivers help provide fresh water to people and animals.
B) The Mississippi River is the longest river in the United States.
C) Many cities and towns are located near rivers.
D) Rivers do not have any impact on the environment.
A) Rivers help provide fresh water to people and animals.
C) Many cities and towns are located near rivers.
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Of course these stories are about lots of different people.
Replace Of course these stories with :
a.) Of course these stories ( no change)
b.) Of course, these stories
c.) Of course, these, stories,
d.) Of course,these stories,
b.) Of course, these stories
500
Which phrase from the sentence helps the reader understand the meaning of evacuate?
During the fire drill, Ms. Spencer tells us to evacuate the building.
a.) ordered people to leave
500
The Duck, the Muskrat, and the Otter
Once upon a time, in a peaceful forest pond, there lived a Duck, a Muskrat, and an Otter. They were good friends and spent their days splashing, swimming, and searching for food.
One summer day, the pond began to dry up. The sun was so hot that the water shrank little by little, leaving less space for the three friends to swim.
“We need to find a new pond!” Muskrat said, worried.
“Yes, but how will we carry our food?” Otter asked.
Duck flapped her wings and smiled. “I can fly above the forest and find a pond. Then I’ll come back and tell you!”
Muskrat and Otter were amazed. They could swim quickly and dive deep, but they could not fly.
“That’s a great idea, Duck!” Muskrat said.
“You’re the only one of us who can see far from the sky,” Otter added.
Duck soared into the air. She spotted a large, sparkling pond in the distance. It had cool, clear water and plenty of reeds along the edges. Duck flapped back to her friends.
“I found a beautiful pond just over the hill!” she quacked excitedly.
Muskrat and Otter thanked Duck for her sharp eyes and flying skills. They all set off together. Muskrat and Otter swam along the stream, while Duck glided in the sky, guiding them from above.
When they reached the new pond, they were overjoyed. The water was fresh, and there was plenty of food. The three friends swam and played together once more, grateful for their different talents.
And from that day on, Muskrat and Otter always admired Duck’s special gift—the power of flight.
How was Duck different from Muskrat and Otter?
A) Duck stayed close to the riverbank.
B) Duck built a raft and rode the waves.
C) Duck explored new places by flying.
D) Duck spent the whole day eating.
C) Duck explored new places by flying.
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She lived under the water and gave Prince Eric a powerful sword after he had broken his own in a battle.
Replace had broken with:
a.) had broken (no change)
b.) was broken
c.) will break
d.) broken
a.) had broken (no change)