Legend of the Gorge

What is a synonym for coax?

• pet

• persuade

• a gentle push

I had the _______ to jump into the pool on the hot, sunny day.

A synonym for fragile is

• weak

• strong

• glass

Why was the gorge described as a hidden gem?

• It was well-known and easily accessible

• It was not well-known or easily accessible

• It was heavily advertised to attract tourists

• It was closed off to the public

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Inference

What is the definition of pastures?

• Land covered with trees

• Land covered with grass suitable for grazing animals

• Land covered with water

• Land covered with rocks

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Vocabulary

What is the main idea of the passage?

• The passage describes the beauty and tranquility of a gorge.

• The passage discusses the history of the gorge.

• The passage highlights the dangers of the gorge.

• The passage focuses on the wildlife in the gorge.

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Main Idea

Based on the passage, why were the kids in need of rest?

• They had been playing all day

• They were hungry

• They were excited

• They were tired

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Inference

What is the definition of a gorge?

• A narrow valley between hills or mountains with steep rocky walls and a stream running through it

• A wide open plain with no hills or mountains

• A deep ocean trench with no land in sight

• A flat desert with no vegetation

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