Exploring Plot and Character Changes

What is the central idea of the passage "WELCOME TO THE NEW HOUSE: PART 5"?

• Josh and Petey are playing hide and seek.

• The family is worried because Josh and Petey are missing.

• The family is moving into a new house.

• Josh is angry and ran away from home.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which detail from the text supports the idea that the family is worried about Josh?

• "I ran down to the bottom of the driveway and peered into the car."

• "Mom and Dad were still inside talking with Mr. Dawes."

• "Finally, Mom and Dad came hurrying out the front door, looking alarmed."

• "I headed up the driveway, kicking away dead leaves as I ran."

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CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.6.1

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

How does the plot unfold in the passage?

• The family moves into a new house and starts unpacking.

• Josh and Petey are found playing in the backyard.

• The family searches for Josh and Petey after realizing they are missing.

• The family decides to leave the new house.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What inference can be made about Josh's character based on the text?

• Josh is very responsible and always follows instructions.

• Josh is adventurous and often wanders off.

• Josh is shy and doesn't like meeting new people.

• Josh is afraid of the new house.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

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CCSS.RL.6.1

How does the author develop the point of view of the narrator in the passage?

• By describing the narrator's thoughts and feelings about the new house.

• By showing the narrator's interactions with Mr. Dawes.

• By focusing on the narrator's concern for Josh and Petey.

• By detailing the narrator's excitement about moving.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What is the narrator's initial reaction when Josh and Petey are missing?

• The narrator is calm and decides to wait for them to return.

• The narrator is indifferent and continues exploring the house.

• The narrator is worried and starts searching for them immediately.

• The narrator is angry and blames Josh for wandering off.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Which of the following best summarizes the passage?

• A family moves into a new house and starts unpacking.

• A family is worried when Josh and Petey go missing in a new neighborhood.

• Josh and Petey are playing in the backyard of their new house.

• The family decides to leave the new house because it is too big.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

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CCSS.RL.7.2

What evidence from the text suggests that the backyard is not well-maintained?

• "The backyard was bigger than I'd expected."

• "A stone birdbath had toppled onto its side."

• "Tall trees leaned over the house on this side."

• "It was sunny down on the street."

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

How does the author convey the setting of the backyard?

• By describing the bright sunlight and clear skies.

• By detailing the tall weeds and fallen leaves.

• By mentioning the new furniture and decorations.

• By focusing on the sounds of the neighborhood.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

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CCSS.RL.8.3

What does Dad's reaction to Josh's disappearance reveal about his character?

• Dad is calm and not easily worried.

• Dad is quick to anger and blames others.

• Dad is understanding and patient.

• Dad is concerned but tries to stay rational.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3