ELA Buddy's Trick

Which statement from the story supports the idea that Carlos is determined?

• "The other windows are closed," Carlos reported, "but I can still solve this mystery."

• "Buddy really likes you," Carlos stated, staring at the contented cat in Angela's arms.

• "Buddy found a loose board by our basement window," Carlos said. "He lifted it with his paw and wiggled under it."

• "i'm going to tell Dad about the loose board," Carlos reported next, pleased at solving their mystery.

Which conclusion can BEST be made based on this sentence from the story?

With heavy feet, Angela headed next door to take Buddy home.

• Angela is curious.

• Angela is nervous.

• Angela is stubborn.

• Angela is responsible.

What does the phrase lit up her face mean in the sentence?

Suddenly a hopeful smile lit up her face.

• made her face red.

• made her skin glow.

• made her look happy.

• made her feel sweaty.

What is the BEST meaning of the underlined phrase in the sentence?

I guess the cat it out of the bag now, she thought.

• A pet is missed

• A bag is emptied

• A cat is discovered

• A secret is uncovered

What is the meaning of the word frantically in the sentence?

Mr. Thornton was in his yard, frantically searching the bushes.

• full of energy

• state of concern

• to make excited

• in a desperate way

Part A

Why does the author MOST LIKELY tell the story from the point of view of both Angela and Carlos?

• to help the reader learn how to paint basement walls

• to help the reader understand the best way to solve a mystery

• to help the reader understand how Angela and Carlos are different

• to help the reader know why Angela and Carlos like Buddy so much

Part B

Which pair of sentences from the story BEST supports the answer to Part A?

• Angela thoughtfully stared at the ladder’s slippery metal rungs. “Buddy’s claws cannot grip those rungs,” she concluded.

• “How?” asked Angela, curious about her brother’s next plan. Carlos always had imaginative ideas.

• “Buddy found a loose board by our basement window,” Carlos said. “He lifted it with his paw and wiggled under it.”

• “He comes to visit us,” Angela replied. “Unfortunately, he rubbed against a paint can.”