Build the Perfect Sand Castle

34 What does the illustration after Step 4 help you understand?

• a. why the sand pile needs to be shaped like a bowl

• b. how large the base of the sand castle should be

• c. where to build the base of the sand castle

• d. how the sand stays in the shape of the container

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.5

35 According to the Tips and Tricks sidebar, what is one way the funnel can be used?

• a. to pour water onto the sand

• to draw an outline in the sand

• to form a pointed roof on the castle

• to make a round shape in the sand

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

36 Which of the following tells how this passage is organized?

• a. It compares building sand castles to building real castles.

• b. It describes different activities yo can do at the beach.

• c. It explains what happens when water is added to sand.

• d. It gives steps to follow to create your own sand castle.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

Which sentence tells why sand castles must be made with wet sand?

• Important Tip: To build a good sand castle, you need wet sand.

• Dry sand does not stick together.

• Because of this, it can't be used to create strong walls and towers.

• Is your tower falling apart?

• Try adding more water.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.4.5

Which word is closest to the meaning of the word decorate?

• to draw with a stick

• to make something look interesting

• to build out of sand or dirt

• to plan how to make something

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CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Which part of the passage most helps the reader understand the meaning of the word decorate?

• Step 1: Draw a Plan

• Step 2: Make a Sand Bowl

• Step 3: Make the Base

• Step 4: Creating Towers

• Step 5: Finish it Up!

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CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Read the sentences below. They are from Step 3, "Make the Base."

"Use the back of your shovel to pack the sand down. This will make your base strong."

Which statement describes the connection between the two sentences?

• The first and second sentences contrast two different ideas.

• The first sentence tells an effect. The second sentence tells the cause.

• The first and second sentences compare two similar ideas.

• The first sentence tells the cause. The second sentence tells the effect.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

What is the meaning of the word containers as it is used in this sentence?

"You can use different sized containers to make towers." (Step 4)

• types of funnels

• types of towers

• objects for holding things

• tools for packing down sand

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CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4