Christmas Quiz

In "The Best Christmas" passage, how did the author show that Tucker was feeling excited about getting a live Christmas tree?

• He asked his mom and dad to get a live tree instead of an artificial tree.

• He was jumping up and down when he asked for the live tree.

• He helped get the Christmas decorations down from the attic.

• He watered the tree every other day.

Which of the following choices is NOT something you must do to prepare your home for a live Christmas tree?

• Choose a safe location in your home for the tree.

• Cover the floor with a tree skirt.

• Get a Christmas tree stand.

• Check the water level twice a day.

Which statement below is information that is included in BOTH passages?

• It is important to pick a live tree with fresh needles.

• A freshly cut tree can drink up to a gallon of water a day.

• Needles fall off live trees and must be swept up.

• A tree skirt is used around a live tree to protect the floor from spilled water.

According to "Caring for a Live Christmas Tree" why do tree stands have screws in them?

• To make holes in the tree trunk so the tree can drink water.

• To hold the trunk of the tree in the tree stand straight.

• To help the tree trunk and tree needles breathe easier.

• To help the tree stand stay on the ground and not move around.

What do both passages suggest when discussing how to take care of a live Christmas tree?

• Cut half an inch off of the tree stump before placing it into the tree stand.

• Check the water level in the tree stand at least twice a day.

• Print a chart from your computer to keep track of how often you check the water level of a live tree.

• Unplug the lights on your tree at night and when you leave home.

What is the central message of "The Best Christmas" passage?

• Buying a live Christmas tree instead of an artificial tree is more fun.

• Live Christmas trees can cause fires if you leave them plugged in when you are not home.

• The kind of tree someone has doesn't make a better Christmas, spending it with family does.

• It is important to do research before buying a live Christmas tree because they are a lot of work.

In "The Best Christmas" passage, the author wrote "Tucker was so excited he jumped on the computer right away." When the author said Tucker jumped on the computer, what did he mean?

• He quickly got on the computer because he was excited to learn about live trees.

• He hopped on top of the computer to show how excited he was to get a live Christmas tree.

• The computer bounced off of the desk when Tucker ran into it.

• He was scared when his dad said yes, so he jumped up.

What is the main idea of the "Caring for a Live Christmas Tree" passage?

• A live and freshly cut Christmas tree can drink a gallon of water every day.

• You must prepare your home to care for a live Christmas tree.

• Preparing your home, your tree, and being safe will make sure your Christmas tree lasts through the holidays.

• A strong tree stand is needed to hold a live tree up straight.

What line from "Caring for a Live Christmas Tree" BEST supports the main idea?

• No matter where you buy your live tree, there are steps you must take to take care of it and make sure it lasts through the Christmas holiday.

• It is also important to check the water level at least twice a day.

• Tucker would have to check and make sure they bought a healthy tree with fresh needles.

• The tree stand must hold water for the tree.

In "The Best Christmas" what does the word artificial mean?

• proof

• live

• fake

• holiday