Understanding Texts and Themes

Infer means...

• Cite text evidence

• Put something inside a container

• Tell people what you really mean

• Figure out from clues

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CCSS.RF.4.4A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.5.4A

CCSS.RF.5.4B

CCSS.RF.5.4C

Read the following passage: "The sun set behind the mountains, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink. The air was cool, and the sound of crickets filled the evening." What can you infer about the setting of this passage?

• It is early morning.

• It is late afternoon.

• It is nighttime.

• It is sunset.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

In the story "The Brave Little Tailor," the tailor defeats several giants. What theme does this suggest?

• Bravery can overcome great obstacles.

• Giants are always evil.

• Tailors are very strong.

• It is important to be wealthy.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Read the following excerpt: "The river was a ribbon of silver under the moonlight." What does this description tell you about the river?

• The river is polluted.

• The river is very wide.

• The river is calm and beautiful.

• The river is dangerous.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Read the following passage: "The classroom was buzzing with excitement as the students prepared for the science fair." What can you infer about the students' feelings?

• The students are bored.

• The students are nervous.

• The students are excited.

• The students are confused.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

In the story "Cinderella," how does Cinderella respond to the challenges she faces?

• She gives up and runs away.

• She remains kind and hopeful.

• She becomes angry and vengeful.

• She ignores her problems.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Read the following text: "The rainforest is home to a diverse range of species. It provides shelter and food for countless animals." What are the main ideas of this text?

• Rainforests are dangerous places.

• Rainforests are home to many species and provide resources.

• Rainforests are only found in South America.

• Rainforests are disappearing quickly.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is the main idea of the following passage? "The invention of the light bulb changed the world. It allowed people to work and play even after the sun went down."

• Light bulbs are expensive.

• Light bulbs are difficult to make.

• The light bulb revolutionized daily life.

• The light bulb is a simple invention.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Read the following passage: "The old library was a treasure trove of knowledge, with books stacked from floor to ceiling." What can you infer about the library?

• The library is very small.

• The library is full of valuable information.

• The library is modern and new.

• The library is empty.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

In the story "The Tortoise and the Hare," what lesson does the tortoise's victory teach? (theme?)

• Speed is the most important quality.

• Slow and steady wins the race.

• Hares are not good runners.

• Races are not fair.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2