The Magic School Bus: Color Day Relay

What color is the Magic School Bus in the story?

• Red

• Yellow

• Blue

• Green

Summarize the main event of the "Color Day Relay" story.

• The students go on a field trip to the zoo.

• The students participate in a relay race using colors.

• The students learn about the solar system.

• The students have a picnic in the park.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Based on the illustrations, what can you infer about the mood of the characters during the relay?

• They are bored and uninterested.

• They are excited and having fun.

• They are scared and nervous.

• They are confused and lost.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

Describe what Ms. Frizzle does during the relay.

• She sits and watches the students.

• She participates in the relay with the students.

• She gives instructions and cheers the students on.

• She leaves the students to manage on their own.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Sequence the following events from the story: 1. The students prepare for the relay. 2. The Magic School Bus arrives at the school. 3. The students celebrate their success. 4. The relay race begins.

• 2, 1, 4, 3

• 1, 2, 3, 4

• 4, 3, 2, 1

• 3, 2, 1, 4

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

Compare and contrast Arnold and Wanda's approach to the relay. What is a key difference?

• Arnold is more cautious, while Wanda is more adventurous.

• Arnold is more competitive, while Wanda is more relaxed.

• Arnold is more forgetful, while Wanda is more organized.

• Arnold is more talkative, while Wanda is more quiet.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What color does Ralphie use in the relay, and what does it represent?

• Blue, representing the sky.

• Green, representing nature.

• Red, representing energy.

• Yellow, representing sunshine.

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CCSS.RI.3.7

CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

What action does Carlos take to help his team during the relay?

• He runs the fastest leg of the race.

• He comes up with a strategy to win.

• He cheers the loudest for his team.

• He paints a colorful banner for motivation.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What can you infer about the importance of teamwork in the story?

• Teamwork is not important; individual effort is key.

• Teamwork is important for success in the relay.

• Teamwork makes the relay more difficult.

• Teamwork is only important for the teachers.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

How do the students feel at the end of the relay?

• Disappointed because they lost.

• Proud and happy with their teamwork.

• Tired and ready to go home.

• Confused about the results.

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CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.4.1