Reading Skills Assessment

After reading a story about a young girl who secretly feeds stray cats against her parents' wishes, what can you infer about her character?

• She dislikes animals.

• She is obedient to her parents.

• She is compassionate towards animals.

• She prefers to stay indoors.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

In a story set in a small coastal town, the main character often stares at the sea and collects seashells. What can you infer about the setting's impact on the character?

• The sea makes the character sad.

• The character finds comfort in the sea.

• The character is planning to move away.

• The sea scares the character.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Consider a story where a character always wears a red hat. At the end of the story, the hat is lost in a storm. What does the red hat most likely symbolize in this context?

• Danger

• Loss

• Identity

• Anger

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

In a narrative where two friends are separated by a misunderstanding, what conclusion can you draw about the theme of the story?

• Friendship is unimportant.

• Misunderstandings can strain relationships.

• People should not have friends.

• Communication is not necessary in friendships.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

A story describes a bustling city with tall buildings, busy streets, and a diverse population. What can you infer about the lifestyle of the people living there?

• They live a slow-paced life.

• They prefer rural environments.

• They experience a fast-paced life.

• They dislike diversity.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

In a tale where a character learns to trust others after being betrayed, what can you infer about the character's development throughout the story?

• The character becomes more isolated.

• The character learns the importance of forgiveness.

• The character stops trusting anyone.

• The character becomes vengeful.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

A novel ends with the main character realizing that they had the power to change their situation all along. What is the most likely theme of this novel?

• Hopelessness

• Self-reliance

• Dependence on others

• Fear of change

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

In a story, a quiet village is transformed into a lively tourist destination over several years. How does this setting change likely affect the plot?

• It creates conflict among the villagers.

• It reduces the number of characters.

• It makes the village less important.

• It simplifies the villagers' lives.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

A character in a book is always shown studying maps and ancient books. What can you infer about this character's interests?

• Disinterest in history

• Fascination with modern technology

• Interest in adventure and exploration

• Preference for simple stories

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

In a story where the protagonist overcomes a great personal challenge through perseverance, what can you conclude about the moral of the story?

• Giving up is the best solution to problems.

• Challenges are unnecessary.

• Perseverance is key to overcoming obstacles.

• Avoiding challenges is beneficial.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking