The Mystery of the Empty Cookie Jar

Based on the passage, what can be inferred about Max's character?

• He is honest and always tells the truth.

• He is sneaky and tries to hide his actions.

• He is forgetful and often loses things.

• He is generous and shares with others.

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What is the implied theme of the passage?

• Honesty is the best policy.

• Sharing is caring.

• Curiosity leads to trouble.

• Hard work pays off.

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Which word best describes Lila's approach to finding out who ate the cookies?

• Aggressive

• Indifferent

• Investigative

• Careless

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Using context clues, what does the word "sprawled" most likely mean in the passage?

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• Sitting upright

• Lying down carelessly
• Standing still

• Walking slowly

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How does the author develop the theme throughout the passage?

• By showing Max's denial and Lila's discovery of evidence.

• By describing the taste of the cookies.

• By explaining the recipe for the cookies.

• By detailing the history of the cookie jar.

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What does the phrase "detective instincts kicked in" suggest about Lila?

• She is easily distracted.

• She enjoys solving mysteries.

• She is afraid of Max.

• She is uninterested in the cookies.

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What evidence from the passage supports the idea that Max ate the cookies?

• Max was reading a book.

• There was a chocolate smear on Max's face.

• Lila was standing at the pantry door.

• The cookie jar was empty.

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What does the word "calm" imply about Max's initial reaction to Lila's question?

• He is nervous and anxious.

• He is relaxed and unconcerned.

• He is angry and upset.

• He is confused and unsure.

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How does the author use dialogue to reveal the relationship between Lila and Max?

• By showing they are competitive.

• By illustrating their mutual respect.

• By highlighting Lila's suspicion and Max's defensiveness.

• By demonstrating their shared love for cookies.

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What does the phrase "save me at least one" suggest about Lila's feelings towards Max?

• She is angry and wants to punish him.

• She is forgiving and wants to share.

• She is indifferent and doesn't care.

• She is jealous and wants more cookies.

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