5th Grade Reading Standards Pretest

Identify the main idea in the following passage: Once upon a time, in a faraway land, there was a young girl named Cinderella who lived with her cruel stepmother and stepsisters.

• Cinderella's adventures in the faraway land

• Cinderella living with her cruel stepmother and stepsisters

• The story of a young girl named Snow White

• The importance of being kind to animals

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Identify the main idea in the following passage: The sun was shining, the birds were singing, and the flowers were blooming as the children played in the park.

• The main idea is about the pleasant and joyful atmosphere in the park.

• The main idea is about the children playing video games at home.

• The main idea is about a stormy and gloomy day in the park.

• The main idea is about the park being empty and deserted.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Make an inference from the text: Sarah was carrying an umbrella and wearing a raincoat.

• Sarah was planning a picnic

• Sarah was expecting rain.

• Sarah was going to the beach

• Sarah was expecting a snowstorm

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Make an inference from the text: The boy was sweating and panting as he crossed the finish line.

• The boy was well-rested and relaxed

• The boy was shivering and cold

• The boy was sitting down and reading a book

• The boy was exhausted from physical exertion.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Understand character development: How does the character of Harry change throughout the story?

• Harry becomes more selfish and mean as the story progresses, losing his initial kindness and compassion.

• Harry's character remains the same throughout the story, with no significant changes.

• Harry starts as a timid and insecure boy, but as the story progresses, he becomes more confident, brave, and self-assured.

• Harry starts as a confident and brave boy, but as the story progresses, he becomes more timid and insecure.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Understand character development: Describe how the character of Alice evolves as the story progresses.

• Alice becomes less curious and adventurous

• Alice remains the same throughout the story

• Alice becomes more timid and fearful

• Alice evolves from a curious and adventurous young girl to a more confident and independent individual.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Identify the theme in the story: What is the main theme of the story 'The Tortoise and the Hare'?

• Love and friendship

• Perseverance and determination

• Laziness and procrastination

• Speed and agility

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Identify the theme in the story: What is the central theme of the story 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf'?

• The theme of the story is about the benefits of exercise

• The theme of the story is about the importance of eating healthy

• Consequences of lying and the importance of honesty

• The theme of the story is about the joy of making new friends

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Use context clues to determine meaning: What does the word 'drenched' mean in the sentence: The clothes were drenched after being caught in the rain.

• exposed to sunlight

• covered in mud

• completely soaked or saturated with water

• partially dry

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Use context clues to determine meaning: What does the word 'puzzled' mean in the sentence: The teacher's explanation left the students puzzled.

• Enlightened

• Amused

• Bored

• Confused

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4