Inference Skills Quiz

What does the word "glum" most likely mean in the sentence: "After losing the game, the team looked glum."?

• Excited

• Sad

• Joyful

• Indifferent

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DOK Level 1: Recall

In the story, why does the character put on a coat before leaving the house?

• It is raining outside.

• They are going to a party.

• They are cold.

• It is a part of their uniform.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What can you infer about a character who is described as having a "furrowed brow" and "clenched fists"?

• They are relaxed.

• They are excited.

• They are angry.

• They are sleepy.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Based on the paragraph describing the dark, stormy night and strange noises outside, what might happen next in the story?

• The character will go outside to investigate.

• The weather will clear up suddenly.

• The character will go back to sleep.

• The story will shift to a sunny day.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Why does the author mention that the character's hands were trembling as she opened the letter?

• To show that the room was cold.

• To indicate that she was nervous or scared.

• To describe a physical condition.

• To fill space in the story.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Given the detailed description of the protagonist's meticulous planning and gathering of resources, what can you infer about their personality?

• They are careless.

• They are spontaneous.

• They are organized and thorough.

• They dislike planning.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

If a character in the story consistently talks about the importance of honesty, what can you predict about their actions when faced with a moral dilemma?

• They will likely lie.

• They will ignore the situation.

• They will act honestly.

• They will leave the decision to someone else.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What is the likely consequence of the main character's decision to hide the truth from her friend, as hinted by the author through the friend's previous reactions to dishonesty?

• The friend will appreciate the secrecy.

• The friendship will become stronger.

• The friend will feel betrayed once the truth comes out.

• There will be no consequences.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Considering the clues given about the ancient map and the legend discussed earlier in the book, what can you infer about the protagonist's next destination?

• They will travel to a modern city.

• They will visit a relative's house.

• They will explore an ancient ruin.

• They will go on a vacation to the beach.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Based on the character's previous adventures and experiences described in the book, what extended plan might they be making when they mention "a journey like no other"?

• A short trip to a nearby town.

• An educational tour to a museum.

• A dangerous expedition to uncharted territories.

• A visit to a well-known amusement park.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking