EOY Reading Comprehension Assessment

Front

What is a shaped tree?

Back

A tree that has been bent or grown into a specific shape, often used by Native Americans to mark land.

Front

Why did Native Americans bend tree branches?

Back

To change the shape of the trees for marking their land.

Front

What is a whistle used for?

Back

To make a loud noise, often used for safety.

Front

When does a whistle make a loud noise?

Back

When you blow into it.

Front

What does 'April showers bring May flowers' mean?

Back

It means that rain in April helps flowers to grow in May.

Front

Why did Mark notice the rain in the afternoons?

Back

Because that is when he wanted to go outside to play.

Front

What can you conclude about Mark's feelings towards rain?

Back

He wanted to play outside and was frustrated by the rain.

Front

What is the main idea of the passage about rainy weather?

Back

Mark's experiences and feelings about the rain affecting his playtime.

Front

What does it mean to conclude something from a text?

Back

To make a judgment or decision based on the information provided.

Front

What is the purpose of a newspaper weather report?

Back

To inform people about the weather conditions for each day.