LSAE 9-20-2024

The author included the details in paragraph 1 most likely to –

• A.

  suggest a serious and strict atmosphere in Ms. McCormack's class

• B.

  emphasize how the students disliked taking spelling tests

• C.

  highlight the significance of winning the spelling challenge

• D.

  share Ms. Mcormack’s uninterest in rewards for the students

How did Ms. McCormack announce Karie as the winner?

• A.

  She did a cartwheel and shouted Karie's name

• B.

  She flipped into a handstand and congratulated Karie

• C.

  She rang a bell and handed Karie a certificate

• D.

  She wrote Karie's name on the board in big letters

The most likely reason the author included the details in paragraph 5 is —

• A.

  to illustrate Karie's excitement about sharing her spelling test success with her family

• B.

  to emphasize the moment when Karie discovers a mistake in her spelling

• C.

  to highlight Karie's playful and lighthearted interaction with her cat

• D.

  to showcase the supportive and caring relationship between Karie and her mom

Which sentence from the text supports the author's message that making a mistake can happen to anyone? 

Select TWO correct answers.

• A.

  "Put the test on the fridge so Dad and Kevin can see it when they get home." (paragraph 5)

• B.

  "Probably too much excitement." Mom rubbed her back. (paragraph 6)

• C.

  "How'd you know? A t is exactly what I needed. (paragraph 6)

• D.

  Karie thought back to the last time they'd picked up pizza, after Kevin's school play. (paragraph 7)

• E.

  [...] Mom realized the cashier had given them too much change (paragraph 7)

How does Karie feel about the idea of telling her class about the mistake?

Select TWO correct answers.

• A. Worried

• B. Excited

• C. Annoyed

• D. Unsure

• E. Angry

What important decision does Karie make at the end of the story?

• A.

  She tells Ms. McCormack about her spelling mistake

• B.

  She decides to keep the prize and not tell anyone

• C.

  She asks her dad to help her fix the spelling mistake

• D.

  She decides to quit the spelling team at her school

Which sentences from the text best show that it can be difficult to be honest?

Select TWO correct answers.

• A.

  Dad tousled her hair. (paragraph 9)

• B.

  "[...] if we're having this pizza to celebrate, I want to see some proof." (paragraph 9)

• C.

  If she put the missing t back in, no one would ever know. (paragraph 9)

• D.

  You're an early bird," Ms. McCormack said. (paragraph 10)

• E.

  Karie's hands trembled. (paragraph 10)

How does Ms. McCormack react when Karie admits her spelling mistake?

• A.

  She ignores Karie and walks away.

• B.

  She gets angry and takes away the dictionary, showing disapproval.

• C.

  She gives Karie a different prize instead.

• D. She lets Karie keep the dictionary, but with a change to the label.

This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then answer Part B. 

Part A 

What is the author’s main message of the selection?

• A. Winning spelling contests is the most important thing

• B. Being honest is more important than getting a prize

• C. It's okay to keep mistakes a secret if no one finds out

• D. Teachers should be more careful when grading tests

Part B 

Which sentence from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

• A.

  If she got 100 percent today, she'd win her class's First-Quarter Spelling Challenge (paragraph 1)

• B.

  "Put the test on the fridge so Dad and Kevin can see it when they get home." (paragraph 5)

• C.

  How could she tell the class she hadn't earned the prize after all? (paragraph 7)

• D.

  “I can't keep this. I misspelled honestly and you didn't catch it.” (paragraph 10)