Reading Comprehension Quiz

This story is an example of...

• realistic fiction because it could happen in real life

• historical fiction because it happened a long time ago

• biography because it gives facts about Milton Hershey's life

• autobiography because it was written by Milton Hershey

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CCSS.RL.4.1

The prefix re helps the reader know that the word reunited means...

• to meet for the first time

• to come together again after being separated

• to separate

• to travel

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CCSS.L.4.4B

Which sentence uses the word bold in the same way as it is used in the passage? Henry Hershey, Milton's father, was bold and always following a new adventure.

• The newspaper uses bold words to grab your attention.

• Her neon sneakers are bright and bold.

• The title of his book report was bold and noticeable.

• The firefighter was bold as he climbed up the ladder to rescue a family.

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CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.RL.4.4

What is the main idea of the heading A Young Milton?

• Milton Hershey had to overcome many obstacles as a child.

• Milton Hershey had a cheerful and comfortable childhood.

• Milton Hershey worked very hard to grow a successful business.

• Milton Hershey was loved by his employees.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

Under which heading would you place this fact? Today, the streetlights in Hershey, Pennsylvania are shaped like the famous Hershey Kisses candies.

• A Young Milton

• Creating a Community

• Candy Career

• A Sweet Legacy

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.4.3

Which event describes the turning point in Milton Hershey's career?

• Milton's career changed after he started adding milk to chocolates.

• Milton's career changed after he secured a deal with a candy company in England.

• Milton's career changed after he opened the Milton Hershey School.

• Milton's career changed after he sold the Lancaster Caramel Company.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.4.3

Which words can be used to describe Milton Hershey? Choose the two best answers.

• industrious

• ignorant

• greedy

• thoughtful

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CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

Which sentences from the passage help to explain your answers in question 7? Choose the two best answers.

• It wasn't long until a company in England stumbled upon Milton's creamy creations.

• Milton cared for his workers and made sure they lived comfortably.

• He spent five years dedicating himself to his business.

• He relied on his family and his best friend, Lebbie, for help.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.4.8

How would this article be different if it were an autobiography?

• It would give facts about Milton Hershey's life.

• It would have quotations from Milton's family.

• It would use the pronouns I, me, we, and us.

• It would be nonfiction.

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CCSS.RL.4.6

Which of the following best recounts the story?

• Milton Hershey had to overcome many hardships and setbacks, but he never gave up. He built a successful candy company and donated a lot of money to help people in the community.

• Milton Hershey had a difficult childhood. His sister passed away and his father left the family when Milton was very young. His mother always encouraged him to be successful.

• Milton Hershey was a successful businessman. He made a lot of money after he invented milk chocolate. His favorite type of candy was Hershey Kisses.

• Milton Hershey always loved children. When he found out that he and his wife could not have any children of their own, they opened a special school for kids.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.2