3rd Patterns in Nature Test

Vocabulary Directions: Choose the word or word group that has about the same meaning as the underlined word. We enjoyed looking at the nature all around us.

• tall buildings
• colorful cars
• beautiful paintings
• things not made by people

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Vocabulary Directions: Choose the word or word group that has about the same meaning as the underlined word. The seashells had some interesting patterns.

• sandy dirt
• large cracks
• bright colors
• repeated designs

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

Vocabulary Directions: Choose the word or word group that has about the same meaning as the underlined word. The sequence of numbers began with 25.

• addition
• combination
• series
• subtraction

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Vocabulary Directions: Choose the word or word group that has about the same meaning as the underlined word. The knitting directions said to repeat the stitch.

• undo
• do again
• complete
• change each time

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Vocabulary Directions: Read the question. Then choose the best answer. Which phrase is a synonym for symmetry in the sentence below? The wings of the butterfly are an example of symmetry.

• similar design on two sides
• balance and different shape
• strength for flight and warmth
• different colors and rough texture

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Does the title Hiding in Plain Sight support the main idea? Explain your answer.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Which similarity best helps you determine the main idea of the text? The black and white stripes of a zebra can confuse a lion. The arctic fox’s fur changes color, depending on the season.

• They both talk about animals in nature.
• They both talk about color.
• They both talk about characteristics that might confuse predators.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Which sentence from the selection shows the main idea?

• As you will see, there are a lot of ways for animals to hide from danger.
• Then, the octopus lets its long arms drag behind it.
• But some animals have patterns that help them hunt for food.
• This makes it easier for the leopard to catch prey.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Which detail best supports the idea that some animals can hide in plain sight?

• When they all stand together, it is difficult for a lion to pick out just one zebra.
• Zebras travel in large groups.
• Raccoon butterflyfish are black and yellow.
• Many animals depend on these characteristics to protect themselves.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

Which detail best supports the idea that predators also rely on blending in to survive?

• Zebras travel in large groups.
• Some snakes have tails that look like their heads.
• This makes the octopus look just like a dangerous lion-fish.
• The spots on a leopard help it to hide in the tall grasses.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1