Key Idea and Details (4.1 & 4.2 Inferrencing and Visualizing)

Kirsten had a house full of pets. Her dog, Mag, followed her everywhere. Most of her other pets lived in small containers. The snake lived in a shoebox. The grasshopper lived in a jar. Her two hamsters lived in a cage, and her fish swam in a bowl. Kirsten's mother tried to keep the pets outside, but somehow they ended up living in Kirsten's bedroom.

Click on the sentence that is probably true of Kirsten.

• Kirsten likes cats.

• Kirsten is a good student.

• Kirsten likes animals.

• Kirsten likes fruit.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

While on their walk, David and Ian watched a small garter snake slither across some leaves. David reached out and picked it up. "Look, Ian," he said holding the small snake out. Ian took a step back. "Put it down," said Ian. David set the snake in the weeds. Later, David saw a bull snake and pointed it out to Ian. Ian jumped back.

Click on the sentence that is probably true based on this passage.

• David doesn't like snakes.

• David likes to ride bikes.

• Ian doesn't like snakes.

• Ian doesn't like wild animals.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Kurt's mom yelled upstairs to his room, "Have you practiced the piano today?" Kurt groaned and hung his head. "Do I have to?" he yelled back. When his mom didn't answer, he smiled and went back to playing a video game.

What generalization can be made from this passage?

• Kurt only likes to play video games.

• Kurt's mom does not want him to practice the piano.

• Kurt is not very good at playing the piano.

• Kurt does not like practicing the piano.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

The waitress nervously approached the table and glanced back at her boss. She handed menus to the people at the table and introduced herself. "What, what can I get you to drink?" she stuttered. As she wrote down their orders she took a deep breath and walked away. A few minutes later she was back and successfully delivered the correct drinks. This isn't going to be so hard she thought to herself.

What generalization can be made from this passage?

• The waitress is new at her job.

• The waitress is not very good.

• The waitress has a mean boss.

• The waitress is going to quit.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Joey began opening his birthday gifts. He unwrapped the present from his brother and smiled. "Golf balls," he announced. His mother's gift was a brand new golf bag which Joey stood up and modeled on his shoulder. Last a big package from his dad was left. "I bet I know what that is," he yelled with excitement.

Based on this passage, what do you think Joey thinks is in the package from his dad?

• A football

• Golf clubs

• A shirt

• Tennis balls

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

Click on the sentence that does NOT belong in this passage.

Carrie entered the apartment. Her grandmother was sleeping in a big stuffed chair. Carrie watched her sleep and thought about all the wonderful things they have done together. Grandmother taught her how to cook her favorite dishes. Carrie's grandfather was not home. She let her work on a family quilt, and they would sit for hours stitching. And, Grandmother told the best stories about her childhood. Carrie felt so lucky to have such a wonderful grandmother.

• Grandmother taught her how to cook her favorite dishes.

• Carrie watched her sleep and thought about all the wonderful things they have done together.

• Carrie's grandfather was not home.

• Carrie felt so lucky to have such a wonderful grandmother.

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

Click on the sentence that does NOT belong in this passage.

Calvin sat down at the computer and pushed the button. Nothing happened. The T.V. was on in the room. "This can't be happening," cried Calvin. "My report is due tomorrow." Calvin thought for a minute. How could he possibly get his report typed? None of his neighbors had a computer, and his dad wasn't home with the car to drive him anywhere. Then he thought, "I'll go to the library. It's only a couple blocks away. They have great computers!"

• The T.V. was on in the room.

• Calvin sat down at the computer and pushed a button.

• They have great computers.

• Nothing happened.

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CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

Harry had not eaten all day. He was so busy playing that he didn't stop for lunch. Now he smelled something. It came from the kitchen. It made his tummy hurt.

What sentence is probably true?

• Harry is sick.

• Harry is tired.

• Harry is hungry.

• Harry is bored.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Kate and Byron climbed the steps to the attic. Pat stayed at the bottom of the stairs. "Come up," said Byron. Pat started to climb the stairs. Her hands shook. She felt a bit sweaty. Then Pat stopped and turned around. She ran back down and into her room.

Click on the word that describes Pat.

• Tired

• Excited

• Sad

• Scared

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Lacy finally did it! She rode her bike all over the yard without falling once. Learning to ride her bike did not come easily to Lacy. She had to practice a lot. And with the practice came quite a few scrapes and bruises. But when Lacy walked into the kitchen, her head was high. She might even have been standing a bit taller.

How does Lacy feel about what she did?

• She is very frustrated.

• She is proud of herself.

• She is confused

• She is overwhelmed.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3