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

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TEKS.ELA.2.3B

TEKS.ELA.3.3B

TEKS.ELA.4.3B

TEKS.ELA.5.3B

TEKS.ELA.6.2B

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

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TEKS.ELA.2.3B

TEKS.ELA.3.3B

TEKS.ELA.4.3B

TEKS.ELA.5.3B

TEKS.ELA.6.2B

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

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TEKS.ELA.2.3B

TEKS.ELA.3.3B

TEKS.ELA.4.3B

TEKS.ELA.5.3B

TEKS.ELA.6.2B

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

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TEKS.ELA.2.3B

TEKS.ELA.3.3B

TEKS.ELA.4.3B

TEKS.ELA.5.3B

TEKS.ELA.6.2B

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

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TEKS.ELA.2.3B

TEKS.ELA.3.3B

TEKS.ELA.4.3B

TEKS.ELA.5.3B

TEKS.ELA.6.2B

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

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TEKS.ELA.1.9D.I

TEKS.ELA.2.9D.I

TEKS.ELA.3.9D.I

TEKS.ELA.4.9D.I

TEKS.ELA.5.9D.I

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.

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TEKS.ELA.1.9D.I

TEKS.ELA.2.9D.I

TEKS.ELA.3.9D.I

TEKS.ELA.4.9D.I

TEKS.ELA.5.9D.I

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.

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TEKS.ELA.1.9D.I

TEKS.ELA.2.9D.I

TEKS.ELA.3.9D.I

TEKS.ELA.4.9D.I

TEKS.ELA.5.9D.I

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.

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TEKS.ELA.2.6G

TEKS.ELA.3.6G

TEKS.ELA.4.6G

TEKS.ELA.5.6G

TEKS.ELA.6.5G

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.

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TEKS.ELA.2.6G

TEKS.ELA.3.6G

TEKS.ELA.4.6G

TEKS.ELA.5.6G

TEKS.ELA.6.5G