HMH Grade 4 Comprehension Quiz - "Kitoto the Mighty"

Why does Kitoto think the river must be powerful?

Look for text evidence on page 79.

• because water stays cool under the hot sun

• because the water pushes away the big trees and rocks

• because the sound of the water reaches even the high mountain

• because the sound of the water scares away the dangerous hawk

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.4.1

Kitoto says he wants to impress the sun when he meets him. What does Kitoto mean when he says he wants to impress the sun?

Look for text evidence on page 80.

• He wants the sun to think he is kind.

• He wants the sun to think he is calm.

• He wants the sun to think he is special.

• He wants the sun to think he is friendly.

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.4.4

How does Kitoto feel after meeting and spending time with Kigego?

Look for text evidence on page 88.

• He feels worried about being able to thank Kigego enough.

• He feels excited that he and Kigego enjoyed playing games.

• He feels unsure about how Kigego will keep them both safe.

• He feels hopeful that he and Kigego will learn from each other.

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.4.3

Which of the following explains the problem, or conflict, in the story?

• Kitoto is hunted by a hungry hawk and has never learned to dig burrows.

• The powerful sun has burned the river to a trickle.

• The wind has hidden the Savannah from the view of the sun.

• A mysterious creature has chomped away at the root of the mountain.

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.4.3

What is one theme of the story?

• Nature is full of mysteries.

• Even the small can be powerful.

• Helping old friends is important.

• Leaving home can be frightening.

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.4.2