English Skills Quiz

What is the main idea of the story?

• The main idea of the story is to discuss the impact of climate change on marine life.

• The main idea of the story is to explore the history of ancient civilizations.

• The main idea of the story is to teach people how to cook.

• The main idea of the story is to be determined based on the specific story provided in the quiz.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Identify the evidence that supports the main idea in the text.

• Summarize the entire text

• Ignore the details and focus on the big picture

• Look for contradictory evidence

• Look for specific details, examples, or quotes that directly relate to and reinforce the main idea.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Define the word 'evidence' using a dictionary.

• A type of clothing

• A type of vehicle

• A type of fruit

• The available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

How can context clues help you understand the meaning of a word?

• Context clues have no impact on understanding the meaning of a word

• Context clues are irrelevant to understanding the meaning of a word

• Context clues can provide hints or suggestions about the meaning of a word based on the surrounding words or sentences.

• Context clues only confuse the meaning of a word

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Find an example of first person point of view in the text.

• The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.

• The story is set in a small town near the mountains.

• I woke up early in the morning and decided to go for a run.

• The main character felt happy and excited.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Summarize the plot of the story in 3-4 sentences.

• The story is about a group of friends going on a road trip and having fun along the way.

• The JSON schema does not allow for an answer to be provided in this context.

• The main character falls in love with a vampire and they have to fight against other supernatural creatures.

• It's a historical fiction about a young girl living during the Civil War and her struggles to survive.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is the problem or conflict in the story?

• The problem or conflict in the story is the happy ending that resolves everything.

• The problem or conflict in the story is the minor issue that has no impact on the plot.

• The problem or conflict in the story is the central issue or struggle that drives the plot.

• The problem or conflict in the story is the resolution or solution that drives the plot.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Identify the evidence that shows the character's feelings.

• The character's tears and trembling voice showed their sadness.

• The character's laughter and cheerful tone showed their sadness.

• The character's blank expression and steady voice showed their sadness.

• The character's angry outburst and confident demeanor showed their sadness.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

How does the dictionary help you understand the meaning of a word?

• By providing the definition, pronunciation, and usage of a word.

• By giving examples of how the word is used in different languages

• By providing the history of the word

• By showing synonyms and antonyms of a word

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

What is the author's purpose in writing this story?

• To sell products

• To provide medical advice

• To confuse the readers

• To entertain, inform, persuade, or express feelings or emotions

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6