Understanding Vocabulary and Context

What does the word "weathered" most likely mean as used in the sentence, "Everything about the town felt old—its brick buildings, weathered signs, and the stories people whispered about its mysterious past"?

• New and shiny

• Worn and aged

• Colorful and bright

• Broken and unusable

What is the meaning of "ancient" in the sentence, "Inside, rows of ancient books lined the shelves"?

• Brand-new

• Modern

• Very old

• Fake

The word "eerie" in the sentence "giving the place an eerie yet peaceful atmosphere" most likely means:

• Strange and creepy

• Warm and inviting

• Loud and chaotic

• Safe and cheerful

In the phrase "the pages seemed to pulse beneath his fingertips," the word "pulse" most nearly means:

• Glow rhythmically

• Remain still

• Fade slowly

• Feel soft

What does "curious" mean in the sentence, "Curious, he pushed the door open"?

• Afraid

• Interested

• Uncertain

• Angry

Why did Jasper’s family move to Riverton?

• For his dad’s new job

• To get a fresh start

• To be closer to relatives

• Because of the town’s history

What building did Jasper enter?

• The school

• The town hall

• The library

• The museum

What did Jasper find in the library?

• A hidden map

• An old newspaper

• A leather-bound book

• A diary

What interrupted Jasper’s reading at home?

• A knock on his door

• His mom calling him for dinner

• The sound of footsteps

• The phone ringing

Where did Jasper hide the book?

• Under his bed

• In his closet

• In his backpack

• On his desk