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5 Reading Standards for Literature Plot

Question 1Directions: Select the correct text in the story.Which sentence from the story reveals the problem?

Helping the Helplessby H. Torres

Serena knew that she couldn't leave this little puppy sitting alone on the sidewalk. She had been walking home from school when she had come upon the puppy. He was shivering with fear and looked so helpless. He had no collar tags around his neck, so Serena did not even have a phone number to call. She looked around to see if someone might be walking around looking for the puppy. Maybe he has a microchip, she thought to herself. Her best friend Heather's parents had a microchip put under their dog Bogie's skin. If Bogie got lost, animal shelters and veterinarians could scan him to find out the address and phone number of Heather's parents. Serena decided to carry the puppy home. "Dad, you will never guess what I found," said Serena, walking into the kitchen with the puppy in her arms. "Well, I can see. You know we can't have a dog in our apartment. We will get fined if the complex finds out," said her dad. "I know, but he's not wearing a collar. So I thought perhaps you could drive us to the animal shelter. They can scan the puppy to find out if he has a microchip," suggested Serena. "I can certainly do that but just keep in mind that we can't keep the puppy if the animal shelter doesn't find the owner," said Serena's dad. "I understand. I sure hope that he has a microchip because I know if he were my dog I would be missing him terribly right now," Serena said. About 15 minutes later, Serena and her dad walked into the animal shelter. Serena explained the situation to an animal shelter employee named Josh. Bending down, Josh pulled out a device from under the counter. He then ran it over the puppy's shoulders and back.The device beeped loudly. "Well, you're in luck. It seems the dog has a microchip. Let me pull up the microchip's information on the computer," said Josh. A minute later, Josh called the number linked to the microchip and spoke to someone on the other end of the phone. "The dog belongs to a family who lives near where you found him. Buster probably got out through a hole in their fence. They are headed up here right now to pick him up. The owners sounded very relieved," Josh said, turning to Serena and her father. "I would like to stay here until they come just to keep Buster company. I can that tell he's nervous. Would that be okay, Dad?" asked Serena. "I think we can spare 15 minutes of our day hanging out with Buster," replied Serena's father. A wide grin shot across Serena's face. Ten minutes later, a family walked into the animal shelter. Their little boy, who was maybe 7 years old, lit up when he saw Buster. The boy ran across the room and hugged Buster. The puppy's tail began wagging as he licked the little boy's face. "This is the girl who found Buster," Josh announced, pointing to Serena. The parents of the little boy turned to Serena and thanked her. Serena smiled and her heart warmed, knowing she had helped reunite Buster with his family.


Question 2

Helping the Helplessby H. Torres

Serena knew that she couldn't leave this little puppy sitting alone on the sidewalk. She had been walking home from school when

she had come upon the puppy. He was shivering with fear and looked so helpless. He had no collar tags around his neck, so

Serena did not even have a phone number to call. She looked around to see if someone might be walking around looking for the

puppy. Maybe he has a microchip, she thought to herself. Her best friend Heather's parents had a microchip put under their dog

Bogie's skin. If Bogie got lost, animal shelters and veterinarians could scan him to find out the address and phone number of

Heather's parents.

Serena decided to carry the puppy home.

"Dad, you will never guess what I found," said Serena, walking into the kitchen with the puppy in her arms.

"Well, I can see. You know we can't have a dog in our apartment. We will get fined if the complex finds out," said her dad.

"I know, but he's not wearing a collar. So I thought perhaps you could drive us to the animal shelter. They can scan the puppy to

find out if he has a microchip," suggested Serena.

"I can certainly do that but just keep in mind that we can't keep the puppy if the animal shelter doesn't find the owner," said

Serena's dad.

"I understand. I sure hope that he has a microchip because I know if he were my dog I would be missing him terribly right now,"

Serena said.

About 15 minutes later, Serena and her dad walked into the animal shelter. Serena explained the situation to an animal shelter

employee named Josh. Bending down, Josh pulled out a device from under the counter. He then ran it over the puppy's shoulders

and back. The device beeped loudly.

"Well, you're in luck. It seems the dog has a microchip. Let me pull up the microchip's information on the computer," said Josh.

A minute later, Josh called the number linked to the microchip and spoke to someone on the other end of the phone.

"The dog belongs to a family who lives near where you found him. Buster probably got out through a hole in their fence. They are

headed up here right now to pick him up. The owners sounded very relieved," Josh said, turning to Serena and her father.

"I would like to stay here until they come just to keep Buster company. I can that tell he's nervous. Would that be okay, Dad?"

asked Serena.

"I think we can spare 15 minutes of our day hanging out with Buster," replied Serena's father. A wide grin shot across Serena's

face.

Ten minutes later, a family walked into the animal shelter. Their little boy, who was maybe 7 years old, lit up when he saw Buster.

The boy ran across the room and hugged Buster. The puppy's tail began wagging as he licked the little boy's face.

"This is the girl who found Buster," Josh announced, pointing to Serena.

The parents of the little boy turned to Serena and thanked her. Serena smiled and her heart warmed, knowing she had helped

reunite Buster with his family.

Directions: Drag each tile to the correct box. Not all tiles will be used.In which order do the following events occur in the passage?

Serena finds a puppy.

Serena's dad suggests they have the puppy scanned for a micro


Question 3

Movie Nightby Tirzah Tyler

Brian invited Sam and Aaron to meet at his house on Friday night so that his dad could take them to the movies. Brian explained to his friends that they were going to go to the dollar theater where his brother Ronnie worked. “He can get us a discount on popcorn and candy,” Brian said proudly. “Make sure you eat a good dinner before we go,” Dad said as he served each of the boys a plate of casserole. “My mom made it for us before she left for her business trip, and she said she was sorry that she couldn’t be here,” Brian said. “I miss her already,” Dad said with a sigh. Suddenly, Ronnie, wearing his work uniform, burst through the back door. He removed his baseball cap from his head and tossed it onto the table. He was sweaty and breathing heavily. “What happened?” Brian asked. “I thought you were at work.” “The popcorn machine at the dollar theater broke and caught on fire,” Ronnie replied, and he coughed briefly into his clenched fist. “We weren’t busy, and no one was hurt, but the firefighters made everybody leave the building. My boss told us to go home so that the firefighters could handle everything.” The boys gasped and cheered. “That is so cool!” Sam shouted. “No, it isn’t,” Ronnie said with a chuckle. “It was pretty scary, and I’m glad to be here, away from all the ringing alarms.” “Where will we go to the movies now?” Aaron asked. “There’s the big theater next to the freeway,” Sam suggested. “I’m sorry, but the big theater is too expensive for our family’s budget,” Dad said as he slowly shook his head. Brian walked over to the DVD pile that towered on the floor next to the TV. “We can go to the movies right here, can’t we?” he asked. “Do you guys like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?” “I haven’t seen it, but I think I’d like to watch it,” Aaron said. “That’s my favorite, and I’ve seen it a million times, and I can quote almost every line!” Sam exclaimed. “Good idea, son,” Dad said. “Let’s finish our dinner so we can all watch the DVD together.”

Directions: Type your response in the box.

In a few sentences, explain how Brian solves the problem in the story. Use details from the story to support your response.


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Question 4

from Cast Upon The Breakersby Horatio Alger, Jr.

When it was generally known in the school that Rodney was to leave because he had lost his property much sympathy was felt and expressed for him. Though he had received more than ordinary attention from the principal on account of his pecuniary position and expectations, this had not impaired his popularity. He never put on any airs and was on as cordial relations with the poorest student as with the richest. "I'm awfully sorry you're going, Rodney," said more than one. "Is it really true that you have lost your property?" "Yes, it is true." "Do you feel bad about it?" "I feel sorry, but not discouraged." "I say, Rodney," said Ernest Rayner, in a low voice, calling Rodney aside, "are you very short of money?" "I haven't much left, Ernest." "Because I received five dollars last week as a birthday present. I haven't spent any of it. You can have it as well as not." Rodney was much moved. "My dear Ernest," he said, putting his arm caressingly around the neck of the smaller boy, "you are a true friend. I won't forget your generous offer, though I don't need to accept it." "But are you sure you have money enough?" asked Ernest. "Yes, I have enough for the present. By the time I need more I shall have earned it."

Directions: Type your response in the box.

How does the event of Ernest offering Rodney money affect the story plot? Use details from the story to support your answer.

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Question 5

Directions: Select the correct text in the story.

Which sentence best shows the main conflict of the story?

Cheerleading Tryoutsby Alisa Scerrato

Kara is trying out for the cheerleading team. Some of the jumps are difficult, and she can't remember some of the moves, but she practices every day. Only 10 girls can be picked to make the team. She wants to be a cheerleader, so everything must be perfect. On the morning of tryouts, Kara wakes up with excitement. She jumps out of bed with glee. She runs for the stairs to go down to the kitchen. "Today is the big day," she says, chanting as she skips down the stairs toward the breakfast table. Suddenly, she trips and falls on her way down the stairs. "Are you OK?" asks her mother as she hears a tumble followed by a big thump. Her mother runs over, examines Kara's ankle, and says, "Honey, you've twisted it." Kara's ankle is sore, and she can barely walk. She is sad because she knows that she will not be able to try out for the cheerleading team on that day. "You always have next year," says her mother, holding an ice pack on Kara's leg. "I know that you are sad about this, but you could have been really hurt. You could have broken a bone or hit your head." Kara is disappointed, but she looks up at her mother and says, "You're right. I can try out next year." She takes the ice pack from her mother's hand and firmly holds it on her ankle. "And after I heal, I am going to begin practicing for next year's tryouts. That way, I'll be the best cheerleader there."


Question 6


Which sentence from the passage best shows how the problem is solved?

Lemons and Teaby Alisa Scerrato

Maria and Kevin had to create a business for their school economics project. Their neighbors, Tom and Sue, once sold iced tea next door. Tom and Sue were very successful when they sold iced tea. Therefore, Maria and Kevin thought it was a good idea to sell lemonade in the neighborhood. On Saturday morning, they picked lemons from the tree in their backyard and then brought them inside. They squeezed the lemons, added water, fresh sugar, and ice. Then, they carried the lemonade in pitchers out to the front sidewalk. They placed the pitchers on a table with a sign that said, "Fresh Lemonade—$2 per glass." Just as they were ready for their customers, they noticed that Tom and Sue were selling iced tea next door. Tom and Sue waved, and Maria and Kevin waved back. An hour went by, and Maria and Kevin still had no customers, but next door there was a big crowd. "I just don't get it," said Maria. "Our lemonade is delicious. Why has no one bought any yet?" "I'll check it out," said Kevin as he walked over to the iced tea stand. Maria watched the three of them talking and smiling. Then, Kevin started walking towards Maria as he sipped on a glass of iced tea. "They are only charging $1 a glass for their iced tea," he said while sucking on a piece of ice. "So, should we lower our price? We need some customers. We can't drink all this lemonade ourselves," said Maria. Kevin replied, "Actually, we talked about it, and maybe we could just have one stand between the four of us." He shook his glass, took another large sip of iced tea, and swallowed. "We can combine the iced tea and lemonade, charge $1.50 a glass, and split the money between all of us. Do you like this idea?" "I think it's brilliant," said Maria. "There's nothing better than iced tea and lemonade in one glass," she said.


Question 7


Which sentence from the passage best shows how the conflict is resolved?

Snowconesby Alisa Scerrato

Emily got a weekend job at the local ice cream stand. The place was called Snowcones. They served several different kinds of ice cream. The people at Snowcones made their ice cream fresh every morning, so Emily had to be there every Saturday and Sunday at 7 AM sharp. Emily was already late a couple of times due to bus delays. She liked her job and didn't want to lose it, so she started taking the earlier bus to work, just in case. One Saturday morning, she got on the bus at 6 AM. Since Snowcones was only 30 minutes away, she was confident that it would give her plenty of time to get to work by 7 AM. As usual, she got on the bus, put on her headphones, and looked out the window. She watched people as they walked their dogs and jogged in the early morning Sun. Then, the bus stopped, and it didn't seem to move on at a normal pace. Emily began to worry, but waited patiently, hoping the bus would start moving again. After 10 minutes went by, a woman sitting in the front seat kindly asked the bus driver, "Why are we not moving? I have an appointment, and I'm going to be late!" "We have to wait for the road construction," he said, pointing out the front window. Emily peered out the front window and saw the road blocked off and crews working on the road. Slabs of concrete and large pipes were along the roadside. Just then, she got off the bus and quickly ran three blocks to work. When she arrived, she was out of breath. She looked at the clock when she got in the door, and it was 6:59 AM. "Are you okay?" her boss asked as Emily tried to catch her breath. "Yes," Emily said, "but I could use some ice cream right about now. Let's get to work so I can take a break later and cool off!"


Question 8

Directions: Select the correct text in the passage.Which sentence in the passage best reflects a solution to a problem?

A Syrup-Can Motherby Mary Gilbert

Dorothy Deane and her little brother Laurence were standing by the window watching for papa. "There he comes!" cried Dorothy at last. "Careful now!" said Papa warningly. "Don't hit against my dinner pail!" "What is in it?" asked Dorothy and Laurence in one breath, as they stood on tiptoe, trying to peep inside the cover. "Guess!" said Papa, laughing. "A nickel to the one who guesses right!" "Candy!" cried Laurence. "Oranges!" said Dorothy. Papa shook his head at both these guesses, and at all the others that followed, until they had reached the house. "Now let mamma have a turn," he said, holding the dinner pail up to her ear. "Why, it isn't—" Mamma began, with a look of greatest surprise. "Yes, it is!" Papa declared. Then he took off the cover and tipped the pail gently over in the middle of the kitchen table and out came ten of the fluffiest, downiest little chickens that any of them had ever seen. "Oh, oh, oh!" cried the children delightedly. "Are they really ours? Where did you get them?" "They are power-house chickens," Papa replied, smiling at their enthusiasm. "What do you mean?" asked Mamma in astonishment, gazing at the pretty little creatures. "Just what I say," replied Papa, who was an engineer in the big power house down town. "They were hatched on a shelf in the engine room." "It was just this way," he explained, hanging up his hat. "Tom Morgan brought me a dozen eggs from his new hennery about three weeks ago. I put them on the shelf, intending to bring them home that night, but never thought of them until this morning, when there seemed to be something stirring up there. I looked, and, sure enough, there was a fine brood of chickens, just picking their way out of their shells!" "But how did it ever happen?" asked Mamma in a puzzled tone. "Because the engine, running night and day, gave the eggs just as much heat as they would have found under a hen's wings," Papa replied, "and they thought that they were put up there to hatch." "Oh, aren't they darlings!" cried Dorothy, clapping her hands. While Papa was making a nice coop out of a wooden box, Mamma found an empty tin can that had once held a gallon of maple syrup. She filled this full of boiling water, screwed the cover on tight, and then wrapped it up in pieces of flannel. "There," she exclaimed triumphantly, fastening the last strip, "let us see how the chickens like this for a mother!" Setting the can carefully in the center of the coop, she put the little chickens close by it. Finding it soft and warm, they cuddled up against the flannel cover, and began to chirp as contentedly as if it were a mother hen. Then she pinned a square of flannel to the upper side of the can, letting it spread either way like a mother hen's wings, and leaving the ends open for the chickens to go in and out. "We will fill the can with hot water every night," said Mamma, "and it will keep the chickens warm." And here they lived quite happily with their syrup-can mother, until papa declared that they were large enough to go to roost in the barn.


Question 9

A Syrup-Can Motherby Mary Gilbert

Dorothy Deane and her little brother Laurence were standing by the window watching for Papa. "There he comes!" cried Dorothy at last. "Careful now!" said Papa warningly. "Don't hit against my dinner pail!" "What is in it?" asked Dorothy and Laurence in one breath, as they stood on tiptoe, trying to peep inside the cover. "Guess!" said Papa, laughing. "A nickel to the one who guesses right!" "Candy!" cried Laurence. "Oranges!" said Dorothy. Papa shook his head at both these guesses, and at all the others that followed, until they had reached the house. "Now let Mamma have a turn," he said, holding the dinner pail up to her ear. "Why, it isn't—" Mamma began, with a look of greatest surprise. "Yes, it is!" Papa declared. Then he took off the cover and tipped the pail gently over in the middle of the kitchen table and out came ten of the fluffiest, downiest little chickens that any of them had ever seen. "Oh, oh, oh!" cried the children delightedly. "Are they really ours? Where did you get them?" "They are power-house chickens," Papa replied, smiling at their enthusiasm. "What do you mean?" asked Mamma in astonishment, gazing at the pretty little creatures. "Just what I say," replied Papa, who was an engineer in the big power house down town. "They were hatched on a shelf in the engine room." "It was just this way," he explained, hanging up his hat. "Tom Morgan brought me a dozen eggs from his new hennery about three weeks ago. I put them on the shelf, intending to bring them home that night, but never thought of them until this morning, when there seemed to be something stirring up there. I looked, and, sure enough, there was a fine brood of chickens, just picking their way out of their shells!" "But how did it ever happen?" asked Mamma in a puzzled tone. "Because the engine, running night and day, gave the eggs just as much heat as they would have found under a hen's wings," Papa replied, "and they thought that they were put up there to hatch." "Oh, aren't they darlings!" cried Dorothy, clapping her hands. While Papa was making a nice coop out of a wooden box, Mamma found an empty tin can that had once held a gallon of maple syrup. She filled this full of boiling water, screwed the cover on tight, and then wrapped it up in pieces of flannel. "There," she exclaimed triumphantly, fastening the last strip, "let us see how the chickens like this for a mother!" Setting the can carefully in the center of the coop, she put the little chickens close by it. Finding it soft and warm, they cuddled up against the flannel cover, and began to chirp as contentedly as if it were a mother hen. Then she pinned a square of flannel to the upper side of the can, letting it spread either way like a mother hen's wings, and leaving the ends open for the chickens to go in and out. "We will fill the can with hot water every night," said Mamma, "and it will keep the chickens warm." And here they lived quite happily with their syrup-can mother, until Papa declared that they were large enough to go to roost in the barn.

Directions: Type your response in the box. How does the family react to Papa's surprise? Use examples from the passage to explain your answer


Question 10

Trappedby T. C. Henderson

“Considering that this is the third time we’ve passed this statue, would you be willing to admit that we’re lost now, Juan?” “How many times do I have to tell you, Dominic? We are not lost! In fact, I think we’re closer to getting out of this secret room than before,” Juan responded. “I don’t think ‘lost’ is the right word to use,” a voice said from the darkness. “You’re exactly where you’ve been for the past hour and a half—wandering around in the dark.” Juan looked at Dominic with fear in his eyes. “Did you hear that, or am I imagining things?” “I know you’re not afraid, Mr. Explorer! It was your idea to come down that hidden passage in the first place,” Dominic rolled his eyes. “That voice sounds familiar. Tierra, is that you?” “Yep,” she said as she walked toward the boys. “I followed you guys when you left the boring group tour.” “You weren’t thrilled with all that detailed scientific information about ancient Egypt?” Dominic said. “Why listen to tales about Egyptian mysteries when we can find our own?” Tierra replied. “Uh, guys. We don’t really have time to chat. It’s getting dark now. I’m ready to go,” Juan said. “Do you have an idea of how we can get out of here, Tierra?” “You’re not afraid of the dark are you, Juan?” Dominic teased before turning to Tierra. “Juan does have a point. If we don’t get out of here before the sun goes down, it will be too dark to see anything.” “While you two were walking around in circles, I was able to find a map of the museum,” Tierra said. “If I am correct, all we need to do is head to the other side of the statue. We’ll find a trap door there.” “Let’s go!” Juan said as he sprinted away. “I don’t think Juan likes it in here very much,” Dominic explained. “Maybe it’s all the cobwebs,” Tierra laughed. “Tierra, you were right. There is a doorknob right here. We’re saved!” Juan said. “Good! Now let’s get out of here,” Tierra said turning the knob. “I wonder if anyone noticed that we were missing,” Dominic said as they crawled out of the room.

What is the main problem or conflict in this story?

A. Dominic, Juan, and Tierra are yelling at each other and trying to pick fights.B. Tierra and Juan think studying ancient Egypt is boring.C. Dominic likes to wander around after the school closes.D. Dominic, Juan, and Tierra get trapped in a secret room while on a field trip.


Question 11



What is the cause of the danger the kids in this story are in?

A. Juan and Tierra are so scared that they can't think straight.B. There is not enough space inside the room for them to all fit.C. Juan suggests they go down a secret passageway.D. There is too much yelling for anyone to hear anything.


Question 12



How is the conflict in this story resolved? In other words, how do the kids get out of danger?

A. Tierra gets the kids to calm down, and they sit and wait for help.B. The rest of the class knows where Tierra, Juan, and Dominic are.C. The teacher notices the kids are missing and comes to find them.D. Tierra finds a door, and the kids crawl through the hole to safety.


Question 13



Which of the following best describes the plot of this story?

A. Dominic, Juan, and Tierra are on a class field trip and get bored listening to facts about ancient Egypt. They use the sun to escape the tour.

B. Dominic and Juan are saved when Tierra appears in the darkness. They escape the class trip but get bored with the tour guide. The sun goes down.

C. Dominic, Juan, and Tierra decide to make their own history by running away from their teacher. To teach them a lesson, their teacher draws a map.

D. Dominic, Juan, and Tierra are on a class field trip and get trapped when they take a secret passageway. They escape the room through a trap door.


Question 14

A Promise Is a Promise by T.C. Henderson

Just as India was finishing her bedtime routine, the phone rang. She figured it was her mom calling to make sure she was going to bed on time, so she answered on the first ring. “Hey, Mom, I just finished washing my face,” she said. “How’s work going tonight?” “That’s nice to know, India, but this isn’t your mom,” Debra giggled. “I was calling to make sure you are ready for tomorrow.” “Oh! Sorry I thought you were my mom calling,” India replied. “I’m ready for our presentation. I studied my notes all night.” “Good. I want to make sure we do well. I just got off the phone with Dawn. She’s got everything ready with the music and the slide show. Now, don’t forget to bring your mom’s porcelain doll with you in the morning,” Debra said. “Debra, I am so sorry. I forgot to ask my mom about the doll for class tomorrow,” India said. “Well, you’re still going to bring it, right?” Debra replied. “We need that doll for our presentation. If you don’t bring it, no one will believe us when we talk about it.” “Debra, my mom has had that doll since she was a little girl. It even belonged to my grandma,” India said. “I don’t feel right taking it without her permission.” “India! That was the one thing you were supposed to do for our group, and you messed it up,” Debra yelled. “What are you going to do about it? Remember, a promise is a promise.”

What is one effect of India refusing to take her mom's doll?

A. It makes India work hard.B. It makes Debra very angry.C. It makes her mom happy.D. It makes Debra feel guilty.


Question 15



The main conflict in this story is between

A. Debra and Dawn.B. Debra and India's mom.C. India and Debra.D. India and her mom.

Question 16

India can solve her problem without going against her mom's wishes by

A. asking her mom about the doll when she calls.B. sneaking the doll to her class and returning it.C. hoping that Dawn is able to bring another doll.D. telling Debra to bring a different doll to class.


Question 17



If India cannot keep her promise to Debra, which of the following might be one effect?

A. Dawn and India might do the project without Debra.B. Their group might get a bad grade on the project.C. Dawn and Debra might not be good friends anymore.D. India's mom might punish her for taking the doll.

Question 18

Jake’s Promiseby Teresa Herlinger

“You be good, Jake. We’re going out to dinner and a movie, and we’ll be back home around midnight. Now remember, you’re not allowed to go outside while we’re gone.” “I know, Mom. There’s plenty of stuff to watch on TV. I’ll be fine.” “Okay. Bedtime is 9:00, but you can read in bed until 9:30.” Jake closed the door after his parents and sighed. “Free at last!” he said to himself. He went straight to the kitchen to get himself a bowl of chips and a soda. Then, he sat down in the TV room and reached for the remote. Just then the phone rang. It was his friend Bobby. “Hey, Jake,” Bobby said. “I was just checking to make sure you didn’t forget to walk my dog like you promised.” “Oh, no! I forgot this was the night you were spending at your grandma’s house!” “Well,” Bobby replied, “it’s not too late to walk him. Just go over there now. I told you where the key is hidden.” “It’s not that,” Jake said sadly. “My parents just left for the movies, and they said I can’t go outside while they’re gone.” “Can’t you sneak out?” Bobby asked. “They’d never have to know.” “Hmmmm. I’d get in an awful lot of trouble if anyone found out.” “But you’ve gotta do it. You promised me!” Bobby pleaded.

What is Jake's problem in this story?

A. He gets sick from eating too many chips and drinking too much coke.


B. He isn't allowed to have guests, but Bobby wants to come over and play.C. He wants to watch TV until midnight, but his bedtime is at 9:00 PM.D. He promised to walk Bobby's dog, but he is not allowed to go outside.

Question 19



If Jake cannot keep his promise to Bobby, which of the following might be oneeffect?

A. Bobby might come over to play with Jake.B. Bobby might not ever trust Jake again.C. Jake will have to stay inside every night.D. Jake's parents might send him to his room.

Question 20



Jake can solve his problem without going against his parents' wishes by


A. telling Bobby to go home and walk his dog.B. calling a friend that can walk Bobby's dog.C. hoping that Bobby will figure something out.D. sneaking outside to walk Bobby's dog.

Question 21



What is the cause of Jake's problem?

A. He forgets about his promise to walk Bobby's dog.B. His parents are going to dinner and a movie without him.C. His parents are making him go to bed that night at 9:00.D. He wants to watch TV instead of walk Bobby's dog.

Question 22

Left Behindby T. C. Henderson

“Samana, I wouldn’t leave you behind if I didn’t have to. You know that,” Arentha said gently. “In a short time, I hope to make enough money for us to both be able to live comfortably.” “But, Dad! I don’t want to stay here with Grandma,” Samana whined. “She’s cool and everything, but I would much rather go with you. We can be like Will Smith and his son in that movie.” “Are you talking about The Pursuit of Happyness, where they were living in the bus station?” Arentha said. “That’s the one! We could even write a book about our struggles,” she replied. “Samana, that is okay in movies, but I would never let you come with me if I don’t have a safe place for you to live,” Arentha said. “I have to go find a new job and a home for us.” “Can’t you just stay here with us? Please, Dad?” Samana said. “Just be patient. I promise that it won’t take too long and that I will come back for you.” Arentha moved to Ontario and found a job. During their separation, father and daughter kept in contact with phone calls and emails. He was able to save enough money to buy a house. Within six months, Samana joined him in their new home.

What is the main conflict in this


story?

A. Samana wants to try out for a movie, but her dad doesn't.B. Samana doesn't want her dad to leave her behind.C. Samana and her grandmother don't get along well.D. Arentha needs to find a new house but doesn't have money.

Question 23

Left Behindby T. C. Henderson

“Samana, I wouldn’t leave you behind if I didn’t have to. You know that,” Arentha said gently. “In a short time, I hope to make enough money for us to both be able to live comfortably.” “But, Dad! I don’t want to stay here with Grandma,” Samana whined. “She’s cool and everything, but I would much rather go with you. We can be like Will Smith and his son in that movie.” “Are you talking about The Pursuit of Happyness, where they were living in the bus station?” Arentha said. “That’s the one! We could even write a book about our struggles,” she replied. “Samana, that is okay in movies, but I would never let you come with me if I don’t have a safe place for you to live,” Arentha said. “I have to go find a new job and a home for us.” “Can’t you just stay here with us? Please, Dad?” Samana said. “Just be patient. I promise that it won’t take too long and that I will come back for you.” Arentha moved to Ontario and found a job. During their separation, father and daughter kept in contact with phone calls and emails. He was able to save enough money to buy a house. Within six months, Samana joined him in their new home.

How is the main problem in this story solved?

A. Samana goes home with Arentha after he loses his job.B. Arentha allows Samana to come along when he leaves.C. Arentha finds a job and brings Samana to live with him.D. Arentha goes back home because he loses his new job.

Question 24

What is the result or effect of Arentha telling his daughter she cannot leave with him?

A. Samana begs him to stay with her.B. She hides in his suitcase and goes, too.C. Samana gets angry and yells at him.D. She decides to work to help save money.


Question 25

Jonna’s parents told her she could buy a bike if she saved up for it herself. One day, she saw a used bike at a store downtown and fell in love with it. It was red with a black racing stripe, and it already had a bell and a light. She looked at the price tag: $25. When Jonna got home, she counted out all the money in her piggy bank. It came to $17.45. She didn’t have quite enough. What could she do? She told her dad the problem, and he scratched his head. “Well,” he said, “you could knock on a few neighbors’ doors and see if they have any jobs you could do.” “But I don’t know how to do anything!” she told him. “Sure you do. Think hard.” Jonna looked out the window just as a gust of wind blew. Yellow leaves floated down from their chestnut tree. “Got it!” she said, and she ran past her dad and out the door. “Don’t forget your jacket,” her dad called after her. “October can be mighty chilly.” By the time Jonna had knocked on 10 doors, she’d lined up 5 jobs raking leaves over the next week. At $5 apiece, she’d have earned $25 by Saturday, more than enough to get that bike.


A. Jonna's parents won't let her buy the bike she wants, so she rakes leaves for people around the neighborhood and buys it anyway.

B. Jonna doesn't have enough money for the bike she wants, so she rakes leaves around the neighborhood to earn enough to buy the bike.

C. Jonna asks her parents if they will buy her a bike, but they tell her she needs to earn the money to buy the bike herself.

D. Jonna talks to her dad, who tells her she should keep saving her allowance and buy the bike in a few months.

Question 26

What causes Jonna to rake leaves?

A. She needs money to buy the bike she wants.B. Her dad makes her do chores on Saturdays.C. She wants her parents to let her go to the movies.D. Her dad wants her to help the family make money.


Question 27

Sydney felt like a million butterflies were flying in her stomach. It was her first day at her new school, and she really didn't want to go. What if the other kids did not like her? What if she got lost? Her mother dropped her off at the front door. Before her mom left, she gave Sydney a hug. "Everything will be fine," she said. "You are such a sweet girl that you will make friends in no time. Just be yourself. Bye!" Sydney waved as her mom drove off. She looked at the big school, and tears came to her eyes. She wanted to hide in the bushes by the door or run far away from there. Just then, a little girl walked up to her. "Hi! I'm Beth," the girl said. "This is my first day here! Can you show me where the office is?" "Sorry, I don't know," whispered Sydney. "This is my first day here, too." "Neat! Now we can find the office together," Beth said. She seemed very excited to start school. "What do you say we help each other out today?" "Okay." Sydney smiled. Her first day would be just great.


A. Beth does not like Sydney, so she is mean to her.B. Sydney does not want to go to her new school.C. Beth and Sydney cannot find their classroom.D. Sydney wants to go to school, but she is sick.

Question 28

What causes Sydney to feel better about her new school?

A. She hugs her mom goodbye.B. She finds the office by herself.C. She meets another new student.D. She hides all day in the bushes.

Question 29

What is one effect of Sydney's mom leaving her at the school?

A. Sydney is mean to Beth.B. Sydney runs far away.C. Sydney starts to cry.D. Sydney gets in trouble.


Question 30

Keren’s Flying Trapezeby T.C. Henderson

Keren loved going to the circus. Her favorite part of the show was the trapeze act. To Keren, nothing seemed more fun or freeing than flying through the air on a swing. “Mom, it would be so cool if I could have a trapeze class for my birthday party,” Keren said. “I heard that Tremaine Thompson had one last year, and kids still haven’t stopped talking about it.” “Keren, are you sure you want to try to use a trapeze? It may look like fun, but I think it may be higher off the ground than you realize,” Mom said. “Of course I am, Mom!” Keren said excitedly. “I have wanted to be on a flying trapeze since the first time we went to the circus when I was two. Does this mean I can have the class for my birthday?” “I don’t know, Keren. I’ll have to research the safety of these things first,” Mom replied. “Mom, it’s definitely safe! That’s what those nets are for,” Keren giggled. The next month Keren got her wish. Her birthday party was held at the Town Lakes Trapeze School. Keren and her friends were equally excited about the class. “This place is so cool,” Amerie said as they climbed the ladder to the platform. “I never thought I would get to fly through the air on a trapeze. Thanks so much for inviting me, Keren!” “No problem,” Keren said, climbing onto the trapeze. “I’m excited to share it with. . . .” Keren gasped as she looked down toward the ground. “What’s wrong, Keren?” Toni said. “Nothing. I guess I just didn’t realize how far up we would be.” “Keren, are you okay with doing this?” Valerie, their instructor, asked. “Of course I am, Valerie!” Keren replied shakily. “I’ve waited for this day for all of my life.” “Look at you,” Amerie said. “You’re shaking like a leaf.” “I’m j-j-just a little cold,” Keren whispered. “I’ll be fine.” “Keren, just take deep breaths. If you aren’t comfortable using the trapeze, you don’t have to,” Mom said. “Close your eyes if you have to,” said Valerie. “Once you relax, we can go as slowly as you want. When you let go, you’re going to love the trapeze like you thought you would.”

What happens when Keren climbs on the trapeze?

A. She gets frightened.B. She gets more excited.C. Amerie catches a cold.D. Mom tells her not to go.

Question 31


A. Keren has always wanted to fly on a trapeze, but her mom worries about it not being safe and will not let her do it.

B. Keren has always dreamed of flying on a trapeze, but she doesn't understand how far up the swing actually is until it's too late.

C. Amerie and Toni want to fly on a trapeze for their birthdays, so Keren agrees to go along even though she's afraid.

D. Keren is jealous of Tremaine Thompson's birthday party, so she begs her mom to let her have a better one at Town Lakes Trapeze.



Question 32

Keren’s Flying Trapezeby T.C. Henderson

Keren loved going to the circus. Her favorite part of the show was the trapeze act. To Keren, nothing seemed more fun or freeing than flying through the air on a swing. “Mom, it would be so cool if I could have a trapeze class for my birthday party,” Keren said. “I heard that Tremaine Thompson had one last year, and kids still haven’t stopped talking about it.” “Keren, are you sure you want to try to use a trapeze? It may look like fun, but I think it may be higher off the ground than you realize,” Mom said. “Of course I am, Mom!” Keren said excitedly. “I have wanted to be on a flying trapeze since the first time we went to the circus when I was two. Does this mean I can have the class for my birthday?” “I don’t know, Keren. I’ll have to research the safety of these things first,” Mom replied. “Mom, it’s definitely safe! That’s what those nets are for,” Keren giggled. The next month Keren got her wish. Her birthday party was held at the Town Lakes Trapeze School. Keren and her friends were equally excited about the class. “This place is so cool,” Amerie said as they climbed the ladder to the platform. “I never thought I would get to fly through the air on a trapeze. Thanks so much for inviting me, Keren!” “No problem,” Keren said, climbing onto the trapeze. “I’m excited to share it with. . . .” Keren gasped as she looked down toward the ground. “What’s wrong, Keren?” Toni said. “Nothing. I guess I just didn’t realize how far up we would be.” “Keren, are you okay with doing this?” Valerie, their instructor, asked. “Of course I am, Valerie!” Keren replied shakily. “I’ve waited for this day for all of my life.” “Look at you,” Amerie said. “You’re shaking like a leaf.” “I’m j-j-just a little cold,” Keren whispered. “I’ll be fine.” “Keren, just take deep breaths. If you aren’t comfortable using the trapeze, you don’t have to,” Mom said. “Close your eyes if you have to,” said Valerie. “Once you relax, we can go as slowly as you want. When you let go, you’re going to love the trapeze like you thought you would.”

What is the cause of Keren's problem in the story?

A. Keren's mom is mean to her.B. Amerie is honest with her.C. Toni is jealous of Keren's party.D. Keren is afraid of heights.

Question 33

What is one possible solution to Keren's problem?

A. Amerie could make fun of Keren for being afraid of the trapeze.B. Valerie could push Keren off the platform, and Mom could catch her.C. Keren could calm down, close her eyes, and climb on the trapeze.D. Mom, Amerie, and Valerie could fly on the trapeze without Keren.


Question 34

Help From a Palby Judith Miller

Charlie the Crow flew over to his friend Stuart the Scarecrow one cold and rainy day. "Come on," Charlie said. "What's taking you so long? It's starting to thunder and rain, and you're just standing there. What's going on, kid? Don't you want to get out of the rain?" "Yes, Charlie," Stuart moaned, "but I can't move." Charlie looked down at Stuart's back. "Well, kid, you've got this stick that's holding you back," said Charlie. "Just try to give it a big yank and see if you can get loose. It's been raining, and the ground is kind of wet. The stick might pull out, and we can get going." Stuart wiggled and pulled. He leaned forward as far as he could, and the stick bent a little. He leaned back as far as he could, and the stick loosened from the ground and bent back with him. Stuart kept wiggling back and forth, back and forth. Each time, the stick leaned back or forward a little more than the time before. Charlie got behind Stuart and pushed on his shoulders. "Keep it up, kid," said Charlie. "I think it's coming loose." Just then the stick snapped off at the bottom. Stuart fell forward and landed with a plop in the muddy garden. Stuart flapped his legs and wiggled his arms, but he couldn't move. He just lay there with his face in the mud. Charlie flew down and grabbed Stuart's shirt collar with his beak. He pulled back as hard as he could and lifted Stuart out of the mud. Stuart flopped over on his back; his arms stuck straight out at his sides. "Well now," said Charlie, "aren't you a mess. Why can't you get up?" "I don't know," wailed Stuart. "I don't have any strength in my legs or my back. I can't move my arms because there is a stick through my sleeves and across my back. Help me, Charlie. I can't lie here like this. It's raining really hard, and I'm getting my stuffing all wet and soggy. I won't be able to EVER get up! Help me, Charlie!" Charlie looked up at the other crows perched on the wire far above him. They were watching Stuart and laughing. "Hey boys, come down here," called Charlie. "Let's help this fella out."Reprinted by permission of the author.


A. Stuart cannot get out of the storm.B. Charlie likes to make fun of Stuart.C. Stuart cannot help Charlie get dry.D. Charlie will not help Stuart move.


Question 35



How will the conflict in this story probably be resolved?

A. Stuart will ask the other crows to leave the fields alone.B. Stuart will stay in the rain, and Charlie will laugh at him.C. Charlie will find a dry place for all of them to sleep.D. Charlie and the other crows will carry Stuart out of the rain.


Question 36



What is one effect of Stuart trying to loosen the stick from the ground?

A. Charlie gets stuck in the mud.B. Stuart falls to the ground.C. Charlie hurts one of his legs.D. Stuart runs into the barn.

Question 37

What is the cause of Stuart trying to get off of his stick?

A. A tractor is racing toward him.B. He wants to see the world.C. A bad storm is starting.D. He is afraid of Charlie.


Question 38

“Rise and shine, everybody,” Drake said, pulling back the curtains. “Daylight’s wasting while you are sleeping. We need to get moving.” “Since today is the last day of our vacation, I thought we could spend it resting up,” Ayiesha said. “We have a long trip back home.” “That’s why we should go out and enjoy our last day in the city,” Drake replied. “We’re going to be stuck on a plane for 13 hours. Let’s enjoy the fresh air while we can.” “Well, I’m tired and I do not feel like running around today,” Ayiesha replied. “What do you think, Daleanor? Do you want to spend your last day in this beautiful place stuck in our hotel?” Drake said. “You guys! We had such a nice vacation. Why do you all want to ruin it on the last day by fighting?” Daleanor replied. Drake said, “We only came here because you wanted to see this city, Ayiesha. Can’t you just go along with what we want to do for once?” “I am not going to have a fight with you about this,” Ayiesha said. “Why don’t you just go out without me? I promise I will catch up to you later. I just want to stay in bed a little while longer.” “That sounds like a plan to me,” Daleanor said. “Drake?” “That’s fine with me, too. See you later, ‘Eesh,” he replied, pulling Daleanor toward the door. “What do you want to do first?”

What is the problem or conflict in this story?

A. Ayiesha and Drake cannot agree on what to do on their last day.B. A group of friends has planned a vacation but gets stuck on a plane.C. Daleanor, Drake, and Ayiesha have spent their whole vacation fighting.D. Ayiesha and Drake don't want to do what Daleanor has planned.

Question 39

The conflict in this story is resolved when

A. Drake and Daleanor decide to forget about Ayiesha.B. Drake and Ayiesha have a big fight that Ayiesha wins.C. Ayiesha and Daleanor team up against Drake's idea.D. Ayiesha proposes a plan that makes everyone happy.


Question 40

Lucinda and the Library Rulesby Tirzah Tyler

“Okay, who likes to read?” asked Mrs. Jenkins the librarian. Most of the people in the class raised their hands. Lucinda loved to read, but she was very shy, so she kept her hand down. She was new in the school, but she was eager to learn how to check out books to read. “Great!” said Mrs. Jenkins. “Today, I’m going to tell everybody how to use the school library. If we all follow the rules, the library will be a fun place for all you students to enjoy!” Matt raised his hand to ask a question. “Do the students really get to take naps here in the library?” Mrs. Jenkins scratched the top of her curly, brown-haired head. “No. Where did you hear that?” “From my older brother. He went to this school before I did,” Matt explained. “Well, no,” Mrs. Jenkins began. “I think your brother-” “He’s in high school now,” Matt continued. “He’s learning how to drive.” Lucinda could tell that Mrs. Jenkins was trying to be patient. “Okay, Matt, hold that thought,” she instructed. “Please finish your story after class.” As Mrs. Jenkins spent a few minutes showing the class where each type of book was kept in the library, Lucinda listened carefully. She was waiting to hear directions on how to check out books. “Who has checked out a library book here before?” Mrs. Jenkins asked. “I have!” Matt exclaimed, raising his hand. "Last year, I checked out at least 20 of them and—" Before she realized what was happening, Lucinda stood up and exclaimed, “Matt, please be quiet!” She suddenly put her hand over her mouth and saw that the class was staring at her. “I’m sorry,” she said sheepishly before quickly sitting back down. After Mrs. Jenkins dismissed the class, Lucinda was feeling a little bit braver and walked up to Matt. She did this because she felt bad about telling him to be quiet, and she was curious about his behavior. “Why do you talk so much in class?” she asked him. “Because I usually don’t get to talk. My parents are very busy, and my brother is almost never home,” Matt said. “It’s hard not having any friends to talk to. All my words are stuck inside me all day.” “Would you like to come play at my house after school sometime?” Lucinda asked. “If our parents say it’s okay, maybe we can read our library books together.” Matt smiled. “Cool. That would be so much fun.”

Why does Lucinda not raise her hand at the beginning of the story?

A. She is excited.B. She is not listening.C. She is sleeping.D. She is very shy.

Question 41

Which of the following best describes the plot of the story?

A. Lucinda wants to learn where to take naps at the library after Matt says his brother had told him students take naps there, but she is too shy to ask the librarian.

B. Lucinda loves to read, but she is too shy to raise her hand to tell the librarian. She later feels more brave and tells Mrs. Jenkins how much she loves to read.

C. Lucinda is trying to learn how to check out library books, but Matt keeps interrupting. Lucinda gets upset at Matt but then apologizes for the outburst.


D. Lucinda thinks Matt is a funny person. He shows her how to check out books. She invites him to come to her house so they can read their library books together.

Question 42

Lucinda and the Library Rulesby Tirzah Tyler

“Okay, who likes to read?” asked Mrs. Jenkins the librarian. Most of the people in the class raised their hands. Lucinda loved to read, but she was very shy, so she kept her hand down. She was new in the school, but she was eager to learn how to check out books to read. “Great!” said Mrs. Jenkins. “Today, I’m going to tell everybody how to use the school library. If we all follow the rules, the library will be a fun place for all you students to enjoy!” Matt raised his hand to ask a question. “Do the students really get to take naps here in the library?” Mrs. Jenkins scratched the top of her curly, brown-haired head. “No. Where did you hear that?” “From my older brother. He went to this school before I did,” Matt explained. “Well, no,” Mrs. Jenkins began. “I think your brother-” “He’s in high school now,” Matt continued. “He’s learning how to drive.” Lucinda could tell that Mrs. Jenkins was trying to be patient. “Okay, Matt, hold that thought,” she instructed. “Please finish your story after class.” As Mrs. Jenkins spent a few minutes showing the class where each type of book was kept in the library, Lucinda listened carefully. She was waiting to hear directions on how to check out books. “Who has checked out a library book here before?” Mrs. Jenkins asked. “I have!” Matt exclaimed, raising his hand. "Last year, I checked out at least 20 of them and—" Before she realized what was happening, Lucinda stood up and exclaimed, “Matt, please be quiet!” She suddenly put her hand over her mouth and saw that the class was staring at her. “I’m sorry,” she said sheepishly before quickly sitting back down. After Mrs. Jenkins dismissed the class, Lucinda was feeling a little bit braver and walked up to Matt. She did this because she felt bad about telling him to be quiet, and she was curious about his behavior. “Why do you talk so much in class?” she asked him. “Because I usually don’t get to talk. My parents are very busy, and my brother is almost never home,” Matt said. “It’s hard not having any friends to talk to. All my words are stuck inside me all day.” “Would you like to come play at my house after school sometime?” Lucinda asked. “If our parents say it’s okay, maybe we can read our library books together.” Matt smiled. “Cool. That would be so much fun.”

What does Mrs. Jenkins say will happen as a result of the students following the rules?

A. The students will enjoy their time in the library.B. The students can talk after they check out books.C. The students will learn where to sit in the library.D. The students will get to take naps in the library.

Question 43

The conflict in the story is resolved when

A. Lucinda apologizes for getting upset at Matt and invites him over to her house.B. Mrs. Jenkins tells Matt to be quiet and then helps Lucinda check out a library book.C. Matt introduces Lucinda to his brother,who invites them to ride in his car.D. Lucinda tells Matt to be quiet, takes a nap, and then checks out a library book.



Question 44

Movie Nightby Tirzah Tyler

Brian invited Sam and Aaron to meet at his house on Friday night so that his dad could take them to the movies. Brian explained to his friends that they were going to go to the dollar theater where his brother Ronnie worked. “He can get us a discount on popcorn and candy,” Brian said proudly. “Make sure you eat a good dinner before we go,” Dad said as he served each of the boys a plate of casserole. “My mom made it for us before she left for her business trip, and she said she was sorry that she couldn’t be here,” Brian said. “I miss her already,” Dad said with a sigh. Suddenly, Ronnie, wearing his work uniform, burst through the back door. He removed his baseball cap from his head and tossed it onto the table. He was sweaty and breathing heavily. “What happened?” Brian asked. “I thought you were at work.” “The popcorn machine at the dollar theater broke and caught on fire,” Ronnie replied, and he coughed briefly into his clenched fist. “We weren’t busy, and no one was hurt, but the firefighters made everybody leave the building. My boss told us to go home so that the firefighters could handle everything.” The boys gasped and cheered. “That is so cool!” Sam shouted. “No, it isn’t,” Ronnie said with a chuckle. “It was pretty scary, and I’m glad to be here, away from all the ringing alarms.” “Where will we go to the movies now?” Aaron asked. “There’s the big theater next to the freeway,” Sam suggested. “I’m sorry, but the big theater is too expensive for our family’s budget,” Dad said as he slowly shook his head. Brian walked over to the DVD pile that towered on the floor next to the TV. “We can go to the movies right here, can’t we?” he asked. “Do you guys like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?” “I haven’t seen it, but I think I’d like to watch it,” Aaron said. “That’s my favorite, and I’ve seen it a million times, and I can quote almost every line!” Sam exclaimed. “Good idea, son,” Dad said. “Let’s finish our dinner so we can all watch the DVD together.”

What is the plot of this story?

A. Brian's friends want to eat dinner at Brian's house, but they cannot because his mom burned her casserole.

B. Brian suggests that he and his friends watch Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, but they do not want to watch it.

C. Brian and his friends are planning to watch a DVD, but they cannot because the DVD player is not working.

D. Brian and his friends are planning to go to movies, but they cannot because there is a fire at the theater.


Question 45

Selflessness in Adversity

Trevor stood watching the throng of children surrounding the colorful ice cream cart. As he watched them squeal in delight, his own heart ached for an ice cream too. But he could not afford one. So, he looked on as the children bought huge scoops of differently flavored ice creams and passed by him. Some of them even smirked at the unusual boy, enjoying their superiority. When the crowd around the cart thinned, Trevor slowly strolled towards it. Deep in his heart, he knew there was no point in doing what he was about to do. But he could not help himself. Timidly, he asked the seller, "I don't have any money, but if I offer to help you in your work, will you give me one cone of ice cream for free?" The ice-cream seller burst out laughing at his face. Trevor's heart sank, as he knew he would not get an ice cream. "For free?" the seller said, "Kid, you can help me all you want but a free ice cream is too much to ask." Just then, a tall man interrupted their conversation. He came up to the cart, looked at Trevor with curiosity, and stared at the still chuckling ice cream seller. He then said, "Can I have a strawberry and chocolate flavored one?" Paying for the huge scoops, the stranger turned to Trevor and handed it to him. He said, "Don't you worry, young man. Just enjoy your ice cream." Trevor could not believe his ears. He gaped at the man and mumbled his thanks as he took the cone from him. As the man and the ice cream seller looked on, Trevor walked back to his spot. A little puppy bounded towards him. He gave half of his treasured ice cream to the puppy and happily licking his own half, walked away.

In “Selflessness in Adversity,” how does the group of children buying ice cream affect the plot?

A. It gives Trevor an opportunity to make new friends with the children.B. It makes everyone in the neighborhood want to buy ice cream.C. It makes Trevor request the ice cream seller to give him a free cone.D. It helps all the children tease Trevor, who was standing nearby.


Question 46

Selflessness in Adversity

Trevor stood watching the throng of children surrounding the colorful ice cream cart. As he watched them squeal in delight, his own heart ached for an ice cream too. But he could not afford one. So, he looked on as the children bought huge scoops of differently flavored ice creams and passed by him. Some of them even smirked at the unusual boy, enjoying their superiority. When the crowd around the cart thinned, Trevor slowly strolled towards it. Deep in his heart, he knew there was no point in doing what he was about to do. But he could not help himself. Timidly, he asked the seller, "I don't have any money, but if I offer to help you in your work, will you give me one cone of ice cream for free?" The ice-cream seller burst out laughing at his face. Trevor's heart sank, as he knew he would not get an ice cream. "For free?" the seller said, "Kid, you can help me all you want but a free ice cream is too much to ask." Just then, a tall man interrupted their conversation. He came up to the cart, looked at Trevor with curiosity, and stared at the still chuckling ice cream seller. He then said, "Can I have a strawberry and chocolate flavored one?" Paying for the huge scoops, the stranger turned to Trevor and handed it to him. He said, "Don't you worry, young man. Just enjoy your ice cream." Trevor could not believe his ears. He gaped at the man and mumbled his thanks as he took the cone from him. As the man and the ice cream seller looked on, Trevor walked back to his spot. A little puppy bounded towards him. He gave half of his treasured ice cream to the puppy and happily licking his own half, walked away.

In “Selflessness in Adversity,” how does the entrance of the tall man affect the plot?

A. It makes the children realize their mistake of laughing at Trevor earlier.B. It helps Trevor get an ice cream even though he could not afford one.C. It increases the importance of the ice cream cart in that neighborhood.D. It makes the ice cream seller ashamed of mocking Trevor for his humble request.

Question 47

In “Selflessness in Adversity”, how does the sight of children eating ice cream affect the plot?

A. It makes Trevor realize that although he wants an ice cream, he cannot afford one.B. It shows that Trevor liked to keep an eye out on his friends in the area.C. It proves that children of all ages love to eat ice creams all the time.D. It shows that Trevor does not approve of little children spoiling their appetite.


Question 48

Americans have long enjoyed telling ghost stories. Workers at the White House have shared several stories with the public over the years. One staff member claims to have seen Lincoln sitting on his bed and putting on his shoes. Others say Lincoln returns to the White House when the country’s safety is threatened. President Harrison’s bodyguard was kept awake night after night trying to protect the president from mysterious footsteps. Tired and weary, the bodyguard finally attended a séance. He asked Lincoln to stop walking down the hall at night. Andrew Jackson's ghost was heard laughing in the 1930s. In 1952, the second floor of the White House was repaired. Since then, ghost sightings have been rare.

What did President Harrison's bodyguard do after he became weary from protecting the president from mysterious footsteps?

A. He made the president move to another house.B. He stayed awake during the day as well.C. He made repairs to Lincoln's old bedroom.D. He attended a séance and asked Lincoln to stop.

Question 49

According to staff members at the White House, what happens when the country's safety is at risk?

A. All the presidents attend a ghostly meeting.B. A séance is performed by the staff members.C. Andrew Jackson's ghost starts laughing.D. Lincoln's ghost appears at the White House.


Question 50

Jesse James was known as the Robin Hood of Missouri. There are many novels and movies about him. One story tells about how he helped a poor widow. The James gang stopped at a farmhouse and asked the lady of the house if she would make food for them. They knew that she was poor and would not be able to offer them much, but the widow was a very kind lady. She shared with them whatever little she had. Jesse noticed that the widow was troubled, so he asked her the reason behind her sadness. She began to cry and told him that after the death of her husband, it had been difficult for her to feed the family. She had no money to pay the mortgage, and a man was coming to the cabin that afternoon to force them out of their home. Jesse asked how much she owed the man, and the widow replied, “$1500.” He gave her the money and told her to get a receipt from the landlord. Then, he got a description of the man and left with his gang. Jesse and his men waited in the woods near the house until the landlord had collected his money from the widow. The landlord took the money and left the widow’s cabin. As he headed down the road, Jesse and his men robbed the landlord of all his money.

What did Jesse tell the widow after he gave her the money?

A. to repay him in the futureB. to make the children workC. to let the gang live with herD. to be sure to get a receipt

Question 51

When did Jesse give money to the widow?

A. after he babysat the kidsB. after she was kind to himC. after he robbed the bankD. after she paid the landlord

Question 52

What did the widow do after Jesse asked what was bothering her?

A. She began to cry.B. She made lunch.C. She fed her kids.D. She left the house.

Question 53

What did Jesse do after leaving the widow's house?


A. He went to eat lunch.B. He rode to another state.C. He robbed another bank.D. He robbed the landlord.

Question 54

Americans have long enjoyed telling ghost stories. Workers at the White House have shared several stories with the public over the years. One staff member claims to have seen Lincoln sitting on his bed and putting on his shoes. Others say Lincoln returns to the White House when the country’s safety is threatened. President Harrison’s bodyguard was kept awake night after night trying to protect the president from mysterious footsteps. Tired and weary, the bodyguard finally attended a séance. He asked Lincoln to stop walking down the hall at night. Andrew Jackson's ghost was heard laughing in the 1930s. In 1952, the second floor of the White House was repaired. Since then, ghost sightings have been rare.

When did the ghost activity slow down?

A. before Andrew Jackson was heard laughingB. after repairs were made to the second floorC. after the country was safe from threatsD. before a bodyguard attended a séance

Question 55

The Forest Adventureby Clarissa Davis

"We're lost!" said Christy. "I thought you said you knew this trail by heart!" It was a rainy afternoon and they'd gotten themselves lost in the forest behind Joan's Grandma's house. "I do, but this place seems different than the last time I hiked here," said Joan. "That's because you were six. Now you're twelve." "Well, our first priority is to get out of the rain before we look like we've jumped in the lake." The two girls looked around. They found a hollow opening in the bottom of a tree that looked big enough for both of them. "Come on!" yelled Joan. Both of them ran into the hollow opening. "Are you sure this is safe?" asked Christy. "I don't know. I hope so," said Joan. Suddenly they heard a grumbling noise outside the opening of the tree. "Joan," said Christy, "tell me that was your stomach." Joan looked out of the tree and saw a bear right next to it. It was so close that she could almost feel its fur on her nose. Joan was so scared, she yelled, "Run!!" and the two girls ran out of the tree. It didn't take much time for the bear to realize what was going on, and with instinct, he tore after them like lightning. Christy looked back and yelled to Joan, "Run faster!" The two of them ran as fast as they could. Joan was the faster one. Suddenly she stopped short and Christy ran right into her. "What did you do that for?" she yelled at her friend. "Look!" said Joan. Christy looked down. If the girls had run any further, they would have fallen off a cliff into the river far below. "Groooooowwwl!" The two of them whirled around. There in front of them was the bear. His brown eyes stared at them in anger, his fur standing on end. Little by little he was moving toward them, making the two girls inch back toward the edge of the cliff. "What do we do now?" whispered Christy to Joan.adapted from www.kidpub.com

Which of the following events happened first in the story above?


A. Joan and Christy get chased to the edge of a cliff by a bear.B. Joan and Christy discover they are lost in the woods.C. Joan and Christy see a bear.D. Joan and Christy run into a hollow opening under a tree.

Question 56

The Forest Adventureby Clarissa Davis

"We're lost!" said Christy. "I thought you said you knew this trail by heart!" It was a rainy afternoon and they'd gotten themselves lost in the forest behind Joan's Grandma's house. "I do, but this place seems different than the last time I hiked here," said Joan. "That's because you were six. Now you're twelve." "Well, our first priority is to get out of the rain before we look like we've jumped in the lake." The two girls looked around. They found a hollow opening in the bottom of a tree that looked big enough for both of them. "Come on!" yelled Joan. Both of them ran into the hollow opening. "Are you sure this is safe?" asked Christy. "I don't know. I hope so," said Joan. Suddenly they heard a grumbling noise outside the opening of the tree. "Joan," said Christy, "tell me that was your stomach." Joan looked out of the tree and saw a bear right next to it. It was so close that she could almost feel its fur on her nose. Joan was so scared, she yelled, "Run!!" and the two girls ran out of the tree. It didn't take much time for the bear to realize what was going on, and with instinct, he tore after them like lightning. Christy looked back and yelled to Joan, "Run faster!" The two of them ran as fast as they could. Joan was the faster one. Suddenly she stopped short and Christy ran right into her. "What did you do that for?" she yelled at her friend. "Look!" said Joan. Christy looked down. If the girls had run any further, they would have fallen off a cliff into the river far below. "Groooooowwwl!" The two of them whirled around. There in front of them was the bear. His brown eyes stared at them in anger, his fur standing on end. Little by little he was moving toward them, making the two girls inch back toward the edge of the cliff. "What do we do now?" whispered Christy to Joan.adapted from www.kidpub.com

What happens right before Joan abruptly stops running?

A. She stops because the girls see a bear.B. She sees a cliff straight ahead.C. She stops because Christy can't keep up.D. She stops because it starts raining.

Question 57

Which sentence below tells the plot sequence of this story?

A. Jared didn't want to help his family decorate. Then he took a walk and saw that his friends were all helping their families decorate. This made him see that his family was most important, so he went back home to help them decorate.

B. Jared decided to help his family decorate the house even though all of his friends were going to the arcade. He took a walk. Finally, he talked to Julie, Joe, and Jennifer.


C. Jared went to the arcade. He almost missed out on the chance to decorate with his family. He talked to his friends. Jared told his family he didn't want to help decorate their house.

D. Jared saw that helping decorate for the holidays could be a lot of fun. He told his parents he didn't want to help put up the lights. Finally, he went to the arcade.

Question 58

Turning on the Christmas Lightsby Clarissa Davis

Jared was walking out the door. As he turned toward the sidewalk, his mom asked for what seemed liked the hundredth time, "Are you sure you don't want to put up the Christmas lights with us?" "No, Mom, I'm planning to go to the arcade this evening," he answered. "Okay," she said, and Jared started walking down the sidewalk. As he walked, a cool breeze brushed against his face. He loved winter, especially today—a day when the weather was clear and cool and he was glad to be outside. He passed by John's house, and to his surprise he saw his friend helping his family decorate the house for Christmas. John was on the porch untangling the long strings of Christmas lights. "Hey John!" he shouted to get his attention. John looked up from what he was doing and ran up to him. "Hi Jared, where are you going?" asked John. "I'm going to the arcade and I was kind of wondering if you wanted to come with me," said Jared. "Nah, I want to help my family put up the Christmas lights," John said. "I thought you told me you didn't like to decorate the house with your family," said Jared. "Yeah I know," John said, "but just looking at those lights makes me want to put them up everywhere, so I couldn't resist." "All right, but the arcade won't be as fun without you," said Jared. "Sorry, but the lights are calling me," said John. "Well, all right. See you later then," Jared said and walked on down the street. He passed by Julie, Joe, and Jennifer's house, and to his surprise, they were also helping their family put up decorations. He felt bad, so bad that the weather didn't cheer him up. He couldn't stand it; all his friends were helping their family put up decorations and he wasn't! He turned around and ran back home. When he finally got there his dad said, "Hey, you are just in time to turn on the Christmas lights. I was just about to do it without you." He gave the switch to Jared. Jared looked down at it and smiled. He was glad he ran back home because at that moment he realized that his family was more important to him than anything. He flipped the switch and the lights came on.adapted from www.kidpub.com

The story about Jared's day is in chronological order. What does this mean?

A. Arranged in order of importanceB. Arranged according to the author's memoryC. Arranged randomlyD. Arranged in the order it happened


Question 59

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Dennis stood up from the beach and shook himself. His head throbbed and there was a sharp pain in his left leg. Sand covered his face and his arms, so he walked down to the choppy surf to wash himself. As he scrubbed himself, he mumbled, "Where am I? What happened?" Suddenly, memories flooded back to him. He was out fishing when a storm blew up. His boat capsized and he had bumped his head against the side of his boat. After that, everything was blank. He slowly stood up and decided to look for food and lodging in the dense jungle behind him. What had started out as an exciting fishing trip had turned into a disaster.adapted from www.kidpub.com

Which of the following things happened first in this story?

A. Dennis stood up and looked for food in the jungle.B. A storm blew up.C. Dennis went fishing.D. Dennis's boat capsized.

Question 60

Choose the sentence below that best tells the sequence of events in the story.

A. Dennis was caught in a jungle during a storm.B. A big fish tipped over Dennis's boat and he was forced to swim to shore.C. Dennis went for a fishing trip, but then a storm capsized his boat and left him stranded

in a jungle.D. Dennis was looking for food and shelter in a jungle and then found a boat to take

fishing.


Question 61

The Doorby Jeannette Lim

"Hey Jean, don't you want to watch television?" came my sister's voice from the hall. "No," I replied, as I took another careful look at the picture that had been hanging in my father's study for the past year. It was a three-foot tall computer-generated picture that everybody said looked fantastic. Everyone could see a 3-dimensional picture of a seascape. However, even after months of staring at it, I was only able to see a mass of patterns. I was determined to see what the fuss was all about. Suddenly, as the glow of the setting sun struck upon the picture, I finally saw what it was. It was a door and not a seascape! The "door" stood out in the light. I stretched out my trembling hand and touched it. My hand went through the glossy glass panel. Cautiously, I opened the door. Mesmerized, I stepped into the picture and went through the door. The door slammed behind me. I was alone in a mysterious world. I was terrified. A lady appeared before me. Looking at me with kindness in her eyes, she said gently, "I am your guardian angel. The Earth is in trouble. Come with me, I want to show you what I mean." Suddenly, we were floating in space! Below us was Earth. Plucking up my courage, I squeaked softly, "Why did you bring me here?" She pointed to two big holes in the atmosphere. "Look how sick the Earth is! The ozone layer has to be mended," she replied firmly. "This piece of paper has your instructions. On it you can find the formula to mend the holes. This task can only to be carried out by an Earthling. You, Jean, are that Earthling. Take this back and do what is necessary to save Earth," advised my guardian. With a wave of her hand, I saw that 3-dimensional door in front of me again. I walked through it and found that I was at home. "Jean! Jean! Your favorite program is on!" yelled my sister from the hall. I ran to the hall and excitedly told my family of my fantastic experience. Together, we rushed to the study and examined the picture. They could see nothing unusual. What had happened to the door? Was it all a dream? My parents assured me that it was. From my pocket, I pulled out a piece of paper with strange writing on it. Somehow, I felt that this was just the beginning of a quest. I knew immediately that in order to understand the formula, I would have to study hard.adapted from "The Door" by Jeannette Lim www.kidpub.com

What is likely to be the next thing that will happen in this story?

A. She will get very bad grades in science class.B. She will probably never watch television again.C. She will forget to recycle.D. She will study hard and work to save the planet.


Question 62

What happens first in the strip above?

A. Sally and Bobby fight over their writing.B. The teacher says only one of them can read it.C. The teacher announces the good news.D. The teacher wants to talk to Sally and Bobby.


Question 63

Which sentence below best tells the sequence of events in these comic strips?

A. The teacher gets into a fight with Bobby about who should get to read the prize-winning writing. Sally convinces them to work together.

B. Sally and Bobby are fighting, but they make up when they realize that the story they wrote together won the showcase. They hug.

C. Sally and Bobby find out that they've won the showcase for the story they wrote together. They hug, and then go out to celebrate.

D. Sally and Bobby find out that they've won the writing showcase. They are excited, but then start fighting about who should read their story for the class.

Question 64

What happens before the fight between Bobby and Sally?

A. The teacher gives the students a punishment.B. The teacher says they will both read the story.C. They find out that they won the showcase.D. They receive a bad grade on their paper.

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