Asking and Answering Questions/Inferences

Our neighbor's cat had 5 kittens last week. I got to see them when they were only 3 hours old! They were tiny as mice, and their eyes were still closed. My favorite was all white except for its 2 black ears. My neighbor says that the kittens will be ready for new homes when they are 6 weeks old. I hope I can have one!

How many weeks old must the kittens be before they leave their mother?

• 5

• 3

• 6

• 2

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CCSS.4.MD.A.2

James and George went to the park after school. James played on the monkey bars. George liked the swings. After a while, the boys decided to play a game. James was a spy and George was in trouble. James had to help George escape from the bad guy. After they escaped, George went on the slide. James decided to play tag with some new friends.

What did James do first at the playground?

• go on the slide

• become a spy

• play tag with friends

• play on the monkey bars

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

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CCSS.RL.5.3

Sierra is in the third grade. Her little brother is in first grade. His name is Matt. He is just a regular kid in every way. He likes to play with his friends. He likes to bother his sister.

What grade is Matt in?

• second grade

• fourth grade

• third grade

• first grade

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CCSS.RL.3.3

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The Grumpy Dog

Not too long ago, one of the farmer's dogs had the good luck to be given a juicy bone. He decided to take it far from the farmyard to the edge of the woods. There, he would enjoy it by himself without sharing, for he was a grumpy, old dog.

Before long, he came to a wooden bridge that crossed a clear, rushing stream. As the dog began to cross the bridge, he saw the image of a dog in the stream. He stopped to stare at the dog. He did not like it when the dog stared back at him. Gripping his precious bone in his teeth, he curled his lips back and growled. The dog in the stream growled.

Then, the grumpy, old dog said, "Well, I am not to be growled at. I will take his bone and see how he growls then."

The grumpy, old dog opened his mouth to grab the bone he saw in the stream. The bone he held in his teeth fell. As soon as he heard the splish of it landing in the water, he understood. The dog in the stream was none other than him! He could only whimper as the stream carried his bone away.

How does the dog get the bone?

• It is in the water.

• It is given to him.

• He takes it with him to hide it

• He takes it from another dog.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.3.10

CCSS.RL.3.6

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CCSS.RL.4.6

The Grumpy Dog

Not too long ago, one of the farmer's dogs had the good luck to be given a juicy bone. He decided to take it far from the farmyard to the edge of the woods. There, he would enjoy it by himself without sharing, for he was a grumpy, old dog.

Before long, he came to a wooden bridge that crossed a clear, rushing stream. As the dog began to cross the bridge, he saw the image of a dog in the stream. He stopped to stare at the dog. He did not like it when the dog stared back at him. Gripping his precious bone in his teeth, he curled his lips back and growled. The dog in the stream growled.

Then, the grumpy, old dog said, "Well, I am not to be growled at. I will take his bone and see how he growls then."

The grumpy, old dog opened his mouth to grab the bone he saw in the stream. The bone he held in his teeth fell. As soon as he heard the splish of it landing in the water, he understood. The dog in the stream was none other than him! He could only whimper as the stream carried his bone away.

Why does the dog lose his bone?

• He thinks he needs to wash his bone in the water.

• He is kind and wants to share his bone with other dogs.

• He is grumpy and wants to take another dog's bone.

• He thinks two bones will be better than one bone.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

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CCSS.RL.3.2

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Baby Birds in the Nest

Mamma Sparrow looked lovingly at her four babies sleeping in the nest. She had built the nest in a tall tree. It was strong, as she had used a lot of hay and grass. The babies were tiny and slept most of the time. Papa Sparrow flew in search of food for Mamma Sparrow and the babies. After a few days, Mamma Sparrow, too, flew to a nearby farm to get seeds and worms for her little ones.

"I am sure Billy and Willy will soon learn to fly. I am worried about Sam and Pam. They sleep all day," said Papa Sparrow to Mamma Sparrow.

Next morning, Mamma Sparrow told her babies they had to fly and get their own food. "Fly on to that branch below, and look for ants and worms," said Mamma Sparrow.

How many babies are there in the nest?

• five

• two

• six

• four

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.3.10

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.4.6

Baby Birds in the Nest

Mamma Sparrow looked lovingly at her four babies sleeping in the nest. She had built the nest in a tall tree. It was strong, as she had used a lot of hay and grass. The babies were tiny and slept most of the time. Papa Sparrow flew in search of food for Mamma Sparrow and the babies. After a few days, Mamma Sparrow, too, flew to a nearby farm to get seeds and worms for her little ones.

"I am sure Billy and Willy will soon learn to fly. I am worried about Sam and Pam. They sleep all day," said Papa Sparrow to Mamma Sparrow.

Next morning, Mamma Sparrow told her babies they had to fly and get their own food. "Fly on to that branch below, and look for ants and worms," said Mamma Sparrow.

Where does Mamma Sparrow build the nest?

• in a forest

• on a farm

• near a river

• on a tree

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.3.10

CCSS.RL.3.6

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CCSS.RL.4.6

Kim and Her Books

Kim loved to read books in her free time. Reading books helped her learn many things. She knew about how people in different countries lived and the languages they spoke. She knew there is life underwater. She loved to read about the birds and animals that live on the earth. Her friends Betty and Melissa didn't understand why Kim liked to read. They spent their free time watching television, playing video games, and talking to friends on the phone.

One day, at school, Mrs. Smith, their teacher told them they would be put into different groups. Each group would be given half an hour to write about "Abraham Lincoln and America," after which one person from each team would read out the notes to the class. The team with the best presentation would get tickets to a waterpark.

Everyone in the class now wished they had spent some time reading books. They all wanted Kim to be in their group.

Who do the children want in their group?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Kim

• Betty

• Mrs. Smith

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Kim and Her Books

Kim loved to read books in her free time. Reading books helped her learn many things. She knew about how people in different countries lived and the languages they spoke. She knew there is life underwater. She loved to read about the birds and animals that live on the earth. Her friends Betty and Melissa didn't understand why Kim liked to read. They spent their free time watching television, playing video games, and talking to friends on the phone.

One day, at school, Mrs. Smith, their teacher told them they would be put into different groups. Each group would be given half an hour to write about "Abraham Lincoln and America," after which one person from each team would read out the notes to the class. The team with the best presentation would get tickets to a waterpark.

Everyone in the class now wished they had spent some time reading books. They all wanted Kim to be in their group.

How does Kim spend her free time?

• watching television

• reading books

• talking on the phone

• playing video games

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

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CCSS.RL.5.1

Luther tugged at his shoes. Ouch! His toes were cramped. He looked closely at the shoes. Were these his little brother's shoes? No. They were his, alright. He'd have to tell Dad.

Why did Luther probably have to talk to his father?

• He wants his brother's shoes.

• He needs bigger shoes.

• He badly hurt his toes.

• He needs help tying his shoelaces.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1