Sugar Maple and Woodpecker

In this passage, why does the Woodpecker call all of his cousins?

• to introduce Sugar Maple to some new friends

• to keep the cousins away from Sugar Maple

• to eat the beetles and grubs from Sugar Maple’s branches

• to teach Sugar Maple about his sap

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

Which evidence BEST supports the answer to Part A?

• Beetles and grubs came and bored into him and made him itchy.

• "Help me," Sugar Maple said to the deer.

• "There is nothing we can do," they said, too.

• Sugar Maple remembered what Woodpecker had done for it.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

What can you infer about Sugar Maple based on this story?

•  Sugar Maple is kind to all animals

• Sugar Maple appreciates Woodpecker.

• Sugar Maple doesn't trust Woodpecker.

• Sugar Maple is mean because no one helped.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Which sentence belongs in a summary of this passage?

• Woodpecker was thirsty.

• Sugar Maple was tall and beautiful.

• Sugar Maple asks the deer for help.

• Sugar Maple was able to repay Woodpecker's kindness.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

What natural event is this legend trying to explain?

• Why insects live in trees.

• Why deer don't like trees.

• Why trees loose their leaves in fall.

• Why woodpeckers take sap from sugar maples.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What is the main theme of the story involving Sugar Maple and Woodpecker?

• Friendship and mutual help

• Competition and rivalry

• Loneliness and isolation

• Adventure and exploration

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which character in the story is known for helping others?

• Sugar Maple

• Woodpecker

• Deer

• Beetle

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What problem does Sugar Maple face in the story?

• Lack of water

• Insect infestation

• Strong winds

• Forest fire

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

How does Woodpecker assist Sugar Maple?

• By providing shade

• By eating insects

• By singing songs

• By bringing water

What lesson can be learned from the interaction between Sugar Maple and Woodpecker?

• Always rely on yourself

• Help can come from unexpected places

• Nature is unpredictable

• Friendship is not important

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5