3r Grade ELA Map Test Prep

Read the following sentence: "The diligent farmer harvested the crops despite the harsh weather." What does the word "diligent" imply about the farmer?

• The farmer was lazy.

• The farmer was careful and hardworking.

• The farmer used advanced tools.

• The farmer was unhappy.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

In the story where a girl saves a bird with a broken wing, what is the main reason she decides to help?

• She wants to become a veterinarian.

• She is following her parents' orders.

• She feels empathy towards the injured bird.

• She thinks it will bring her good luck.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Choose the best meaning of the word "fragile" as used in the sentence: "The fragile glassware must be handled with care."

• Transparent

• Breakable

• Heavy

• Expensive

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

After reading a story about a boy who shared his lunch with a friend, what can be inferred about the boy's character?

• He is selfish.

• He is generous.

• He is careless.

• He is forgetful.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What does the word "harvested" suggest in the sentence: "The farmers harvested the wheat in autumn"?

• Planted

• Watered

• Gathered

• Sold

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

A story describes a character who builds a treehouse using recycled materials. What can be concluded about the character's values?

• He values nature.

• He dislikes teamwork.

• He prefers new materials.

• He is uncreative.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What does the word "ominous" mean as used in the sentence: "The ominous clouds warned of an approaching storm"?

• Light and fluffy

• Colorful and bright

• Threatening and gloomy

• Calm and peaceful

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

In a story where a girl overcomes her fear of water by learning to swim, what is the best lesson that can be drawn?

• Swimming is a necessary skill for all.

• Facing fears is a way to overcome them.

• Water is dangerous.

• Learning new things is unimportant.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Choose the correct meaning of "abundant" as it is used in the sentence: "The abundant harvest ensured that there was enough food for everyone."

• Scarce

• Plentiful

• Poor quality

• Expensive

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

After reading a story about a community that worked together to clean up a park, what can be inferred about the community's attitude towards their environment?

• They are indifferent.

• They are proactive.

• They are negligent.

• They are destructive.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking