Campout Surprise

Which question is answered in paragraph 2?

• How often does this family go on a camping trip?

• When will the family return from the trip?

• When does the family go to the creek?

• How many people are in the family?

Read this dictionary entry.

gear n. 1. A machine part that fits

into another part to cause the

machine to move. 2. A harness.

3. Items used for a special purpose.

v. 4. To adjust something.

Which meaning of gear is used in paragraph 2?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Where do paragraphs 1 - 3 take place?

• on the road

• at the family's house

• on the creek

• at the family's campsite

What does the word deafening mean in paragraph 8?

• loud

• distant

• exciting

• mysterious

Todd and Dad laugh in paragraph 10 because they -

• hear a funny sound

• tell each other jokes

• are nervous about what they see

• realize what was making the noise

Which heading would go with this list of details?

* Mom snaps a picture.

* Todd and Katie toss stones in the water.

* Buddy follows Dad.

* Dad searches for a fishing spot.

• Planning for a Camping Trip

• Wandering Along the Creek

• Hearing Noises in the Night

• Preparing the Campsite

What causes the scraping sound in the night?

• Buddy is trying to climb into the van.

• Buddy is scratching to come inside the tent.

• Buddy is digging in the dirt near the picnic table.

• Buddy is pulling a food tub off the picnic table.

What will the family most likely do the next night?

• Guard the tent

• Eat dinner earlier

• Stay awake with a flashlight

• Store the food tub away safely

The author most likely wrote "Campout Surprise" to -

• entertain readers with a tale about camping

• explain to readers the steps to prepare for camping

• describe to readers items needed for a camping trip

• persuade readers to plan a family camping trip