Why does Zia prefer their canned tomatoes to store-bought cans?

Because store-bought cans taste like dust bunnies in ketchup.

How does Zia feel about the time it takes to can tomatoes?

She thinks it's a waste of time.

Why did Angelo think the tomato plant was strong?

Because it looked fragile but was strong.

Because it could survive in any weather.

Because it supported heavy tomatoes.

What did Zia Angelina point to the next morning?

A jar of tomatoes on the counter.

The tomato plants in the garden.

What did Zia Angelina ask Dad to do with the canning pot?

Put it on the curb for charity pickup.

Why did Zia Angelina decide not to take the canning pot with her?

She didn't have room to grow tomatoes at the apartments.

She didn't like canning anymore.

She thought it was too old to use.

Which detail from the passage supports the answer to Part A?

"Zia stretched her arms out and twirled around. 'I call it joy.'" (paragraph 8)

"I do love my tomatoes." Zia sighed. (paragraph 6)

"Is that why you go to all this trouble?" (paragraph 7)

Why are paragraphs 11 through 15 important to the passage?

The paragraphs show how much Zia likes the long process of canning tomatoes.

The paragraphs suggest that Angelo would rather be doing something else.

The paragraphs show that Zia needs Angelo’s help to can tomatoes.

The paragraphs suggest that Angelo has a hard time learning from Zia.

Which sentence best describes Zia's point of view in the passage?

Canned tomatoes made at home have a special taste and scent.

Canning is the only way to use up tomatoes in a garden.

Canning is a good hobby because it creates something useful.

Canned tomatoes from a store are sweeter and fresher than hers.

Which detail from the passage supports the answer to Part A?

"You can make winter smell like summer just by prying open a jar." (paragraph 6)

"But you can just buy cans of tomatoes at the store, like Mom does." (paragraph 9)

"Outside, Angelo plucked a plump tomato and chomped down on it." (paragraph 16)

"She pointed to a jar of tomatoes on the sparkling-clean counter." (paragraph 19)

What do paragraphs 26 through 28 show about Angelo?

He wants to make sure Zia has the chance to can tomatoes in her new home.

He believes that Zia is making a mistake and will want her canning pot back.

He thinks that the pot can be used for things other than canning.

He enjoys canning tomatoes and wants to continue doing it in the future.

Which sentence best states the central message of the passage?

Spending time with and learning from older family members is important.

Unused objects should be given to others to enjoy.

Working hard and doing difficult tasks can be fun when family is there.

Food preparation skills can be interesting to learn.

Which phrase from paragraph 16 best shows the meaning of the word gushed?

. . . the liquid run off his chin . . .

Why can't we see heat?

Because it is the same color as snow.

According to the passage, what would not happen without water?

Grass would not be green and soft.

How do the details in paragraph 4 support the main idea of the passage?

by telling how heat causes crystals to form

by telling how ice and water are different

by telling how ice and crystals are alike

by telling how heat causes snow to become water

Which sentence best states the main idea of the passage?

Melted snow gives water to plants.

Melted snow helps flowers become colorful.

Which sentence best explains the relationship between the sun and the ice?

The sun turns the ice into water.

The sun turns the ice into crystals.

The sun makes the ice seem colder.

The sun makes the ice go into the ground.

How does the author support the point that the snowman’s gift lasts all year?

The author tells how the snowman’s gift helps plants grow.

The author tells how the snowman’s gift keeps the ground dry.

The author suggests that the snowman’s gift makes people happy.

The author suggests that the snowman’s gift causes ice to form.

Which sentence from the passage supports the answer to Part A?

The water might find grass roots, flower bulbs, or tree roots. (paragraph 5)

We can’t see heat, but we know it’s there because we feel the warmth on our hands and faces. (paragraph 2)

If you look carefully at snow, you’ll see that it’s actually small pieces of ice (called crystals) that are stuck together. (paragraph 4)

When they get warm, the crystals change from ice into water. (paragraph 4)

According to the process described in the passage, what happens after the ice crystals change into water?

The sun makes the snowman melt.

Which sentence would the author most likely agree with?

Building a snowman makes the winter more fun.

A melting snowman is bad for plants.

A snowman is useful even after it melts.

Warmth from the sun changes a snowman into ice crystals.

Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to Part A?

"The snowman gets smaller and smaller as it melts, until we can’t see it at all." (paragraph 3)

"It has to be warm outside for a snowman to melt." (paragraph 2)

"As the sun shines, it makes heat." (paragraph 2)

"As the water seeps into the ground, it finds lots of things that are thirsty." (paragraph 5)

What did GG think about the town museum she visited with her parents?

She found it boring and yawned.

She wanted to paint a picture for it.

She was inspired to become an artist.

What was the name of GG's museum?

The Museum of Oddities and Uncommon Things

Who showed up on the opening day of GG's museum?

Her parents, brother, and Grandma Glemmon

What happens at the museum the day after its opening?

The rubber band ball is missing.

The rocks and shells are added.

Grandma Glemmon comes to visit.

Pops brings Walter to see the displays.

Why are paragraphs 5 and 10 important to the story?

They show that GG needs other people to help with her museum.

They show that GG is more interested in fun than in work.

They show that GG causes problems where there are none.

They show that GG has creative ideas for her museum.

What is GG's point of view about the town museum?

She thinks that she could make a more interesting museum.

She thinks that the objects in the museum are strange.

She thinks that it would be fun to build a copy of the museum.

She thinks that the museum should show some of her art.

What lesson does GG learn in paragraphs 7 through 10?

Different people often enjoy different things.

Some mysteries can be easily explained.

Good plans usually fail at first.

Which sentence from the passage supports the answer to Part A?

"All that was needed was a quick change to its sign. . . ." (paragraph 10)

"GG woke up early so she could add her newest science display, The Moldy Pizza Slice . . ." (paragraph 7)

"Oh, hello, dear,' said Mumster, walking into the kitchen." (paragraph 9)

"I needed a couple of rubber bands, so I borrowed them from your ball and forgot to put it back . . ." (paragraph 9)

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

What lesson does Sam learn in the passage?

It is important to rest when you are sick.

Good planning is important for a fun trip.

Friends should try to help each other.

Even bad days can include fun adventures.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

What is the meaning of the word glumly in paragraph 2?

quickly

sadly

carefully

surprisingly

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

Which sentence from the passage helps the reader understand the meaning of glumly?

"I wish I could be out in the woods with my friends . . ." (paragraph 1)

"He and his friends had planned a camping trip . . ." (paragraph 1)

"I thought we could have our own indoor adventure." (paragraph 2)

"They watched a nature program on television . . ." (paragraph 2)

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CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

Which word from the passage can be made into a new word by adding the suffix -ful?

thought

cold

trip

stay

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.2.3F

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.2.3D

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

What are Angelo and his great-aunt, Zia, doing with the tomatoes?

They are buying tomatoes.

They are cooking and peeling tomatoes to put them in jars.

They are throwing tomatoes at each other.

They are planting tomato seeds.

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CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

What happened when Angelo tried to squeeze the tomato into the jar?

It fit perfectly into the jar.

It turned into sauce.

It squirted all over Zia's hair.

Nothing happened.

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CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.1.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

What does Zia call the tomato seeds on her face?

Tomato dots.

Italian freckles.

Sauce spots.

Cooking marks.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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TCAP Practice 3rd

What lesson does Sam learn in the passage?

What is the meaning of the word glumly in paragraph 2?

Which sentence from the passage helps the reader understand the meaning of glumly?

Which word from the passage can be made into a new word by adding the suffix -ful?

What are Angelo and his great-aunt, Zia, doing with the tomatoes?

What happened when Angelo tried to squeeze the tomato into the jar?

What does Zia call the tomato seeds on her face?

Why does Zia prefer their canned tomatoes to store-bought cans?

How does Zia feel about the time it takes to can tomatoes?

What did Angelo do with the tomato outside?

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