Inferencing

The cat stretches and yawns. She strolls over to her favorite spot. The sun shines in and makes it very warm. She watches the birds and squirrels. Sometimes the fresh air blows in on her. She climbs up into her soft bed. Where is the cat's favorite spot?

• By the window

• Under the dining table

• In the bathtub

• Under the covers

People giggled and pointed at her feet. She didn't understand until she looked down. She turned red with embarrassment. She realized she should not have gotten dressed in the dark. Why shouldn't she have gotten dressed in the dark?

• Mismatched or inappropriate clothing
• She could have worn clothes that were too small
• She could have put on dirty clothes
• She could have tripped and hurt herself

The man measures the wood and uses a saw to cut it. He puts the wood in place and hammers nails into it. He continues until the entire wall is built. What is this man's job?

• electrician
• carpenter
• gardener
• plumber

These athletes train a great deal. They eat a very healthy diet. Some compete in short races and others compete in long races called marathons. What sport is this?

• Swimming
• Cycling
• Basketball
• Track

The room was a mess! Pots and pans were piled in the sink. Drawers and cabinets were flung open. Chocolate chips dotted the floor and empty cartons were on a sticky counter, but the smell was delicious. Why was the room a mess?

• The room was vandalized by someone.
• Someone was baking or cooking something with chocolate chips.
• The room was left messy by the previous occupants.
• The room was being renovated and left in disarray.

The girl saved all her money. It was exactly what she wanted. She imagined gliding down the road pedaling effortlessly. She finally had enough money to make her dream come true. What was her dream?

• Her dream was to buy a bicycle.
• Her dream was to go on a vacation.
• Her dream was to buy a car.
• Her dream was to become a professional athlete.

There are many things to see. Many farm animals are on display. The midway is full of people playing games and eating food. There is also a place where you can go on many different rides. Where are they?

• zoo
• fair or carnival
• museum
• library

The waves crashed against the beach. Thunder cracked and lightning lit the sky. The wind howled and bent trees over sideways. People put shutters on their windows, bought supplies, and were ready. What were the people expecting?

• tornado
• storm or hurricane
• rain
• earthquake

The bear ate lots of nuts and fish. Her fur got thick. She prepared her den. The leaves fell from the trees and the days turned colder. What was the bear getting ready to do?

• hibernate
• have breakfast

• go to a dance

• migrate

The young woman looked down at her long dress. She felt like a princess. She and the others stood in the hall. They listened to the music. Then she heard the cue. She walked down the aisle as she held her flowers. What was this event?

• wedding
• prom
• birthday party
• graduation