"Wind in the Willow" MAP Practice

Which sentence best summarizes paragraphs 1-2?

• Rat wakes up after a nap and realizes his friend is unable to help him with his poetry.

• Rat sleeps well in his warm home until a coal slips and makes a sound that startles him.

• Rat feels quite cozy in his home and falls asleep after working on completing some poetry verses.

• Rat wakes up after napping comfortably and wants help with his poetry, but he realizes his friend is

  not there.

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CHOICE 1:

In paragraph 9, Rat’s character conveys a theme of [CHOICE 1] when he explains [CHOICE 2].

• a caring friendship

• a superstitious belief

• the habitat of river animals

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

CHOICE 2:

In paragraph 9, Rat’s character conveys a theme of [CHOICE 1] when he explains [CHOICE 2].

• the names of other riverbank animals

• why he did not want Mole to go out alone

• the plants in the woods that are dangerous

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which two details must be included in a summary of paragraphs 4-5?

• an umbrella stand

• an unanswered call

• a hallway in a home

• a pair of new galoshes

• a peg for hanging clothing

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which quote helps to convey the central idea of a protective friendship?

• “‘I've been so frightened, you can't think!’” (paragraph 8)

• “‘I did my best to keep you from it.’” (paragraph 9)

• “Mole was greatly cheered by the sound of Rat's careless laughter, . . .” (paragraph 12)

• "So Mole got well into the dry leaves and stretched himself out, . . .” (paragraph 16)

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Part A:

Which phrase explains how Rat responds to the challenge of finding Mole?

• He courageously searches for him in the night.

• He wants his friend to help him with his poetry.

• He informs his friend about the bravery of other animals.

• He wonders if he should begin his adventure at nighttime.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Part B:

Which quote best supports the answer in Part A?

• “. . . then looked round for Mole to ask him if he knew a good rhyme for something or other.”

  (paragraph 1)

• “It was already getting toward dusk when he reached the first fringe of trees. . . .” (paragraph 6)

• “He made his way bravely through the length of the wood, . . .” (paragraph 6)

• “‘He wouldn't show his face here alone.’” (paragraph 11)

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CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

How does Mole respond to Rat when he arrives in the hollow?

• He compares Rat to Badger and Otter.

• He tells Rat that he is afraid to continue their friendship.

• He listens to the wise words of his friend and apologizes for his actions.

• He asks if Rat will allow him to leave earlier than he had planned to leave.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CHOICE 1:

A key detail for a summary of the passage is a [CHOICE 1] because it [CHOICE 2].

• a very cold night

• a cry that Rat hears

• a crackling fire in a home

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CHOICE 2:

A key detail for a summary of the passage is a [CHOICE 1] because it [CHOICE 2].

• leads Rat to his friend

• explains why Rat was sleeping so well

• provides the reason that Rat wants to read

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2