my first-ever marathon

What is the synonym of "challenge" in the sentence "I decided to challenge myself by participating in my first-ever marathon"?

• • a) Assist

• • b) Test

• • c) Enjoy

• • d) Celebrate

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does "it" (last paragraph) refer to in the sentence

"It wasn't just a physical challenge, but a mental one too"?

• • a) The marathon

• • b) The training

• • c) The crowd's support

• • d) The water and snacks

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does the word "I" refer to in the sentence "Last month, I decided to challenge myself by participating in my first-ever marathon"?

• • a) The writer

• • b) A friend

• • c) A spectator

• • d) A volunteer

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What does the word "striving" mean in the sentence "This accomplishment has inspired me to continue striving for new heights in all areas of my life"?

• • a) Quitting

• • b) Working hard

• • c) Waiting

• • d) Avoiding

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the similar word for "summoned" (par. 6) in the sentence

"I summoned every last ounce of strength to sprint towards the finish"?

• • a) Ignored

• • b) Gathered

• • c) Released

• • d) Avoided

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the antonym of "encouraging" (par.3) in the sentence

"..... with cheers from spectators and fellow runners encouraging me"?

• • a) Supporting

• • b) Criticizing

• • c) Ignoring

• • • d) Helping

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does "in the distance" (par. 6) mean in the sentence

"As I approached the last few miles, I could see the finish line in the distance"?

• • a) Very close by

• • b) Behind me

• • c) Completely hidden

• d) Far away

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

"All the hard work and perseverance had paid off"

What does the underlined word mean (par. 7)?

• • a) It resulted in success or rewards

• • b) It was a waste of time

• • c) It caused problems

• • d) It was forgotten

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is another word for "accomplishment" in the sentence

"This accomplishment has inspired me to continue striving for new heights in all areas of my life"? (last paragraph)

• • a) Failure

• • b) Challenge

• • • c) Achievement

• • d) Goal

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does "......doubt crept into my mind" mean in the context of the story? (par. 4)

• • a) The speaker felt confident and excited.

• • b) The speaker was encouraged by others.

• • c) The speaker ignored all thoughts about the race.

• • d) The speaker began to feel uncertain about finishing the race.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4