3.7C Supporting Responses with Text Evidence

Read the following sentence: "The sun was setting, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink." What can you infer about the time of day from this sentence?

• It is early morning.

• It is midday.

• It is late afternoon or evening.

• It is midnight.

Which of the following sentences from a story best supports the idea that the main character is brave?

• "She hesitated at the door, unsure of what lay beyond."

• "He ran away as fast as he could."

• "Despite the danger, she stepped forward to confront the dragon."

• "He decided to wait until morning to make a decision."

In the story, the character finds a mysterious map. What skill is the character using when they decide to follow the map to find the treasure?

• Drawing

• Reading

• Problem-solving

• Writing

Which sentence from the text shows that the character is feeling sad?

• "He jumped up and down with excitement."

• "She smiled brightly at her friend."

• "Tears rolled down her cheeks as she sat quietly."

• "He laughed at the funny joke."

What evidence from the text supports the idea that the setting is a forest?

• "The city lights twinkled in the distance."

• "The waves crashed against the shore."

• "Tall trees surrounded them, and the sound of birds filled the air."

• "The desert stretched out as far as the eye could see."

What can you infer about the weather from the sentence: "The wind howled through the trees, and the sky was overcast with dark clouds."?

• It is a sunny day.

• It is snowing.

• It is likely to rain.

• It is a clear night.

In the story, the character decides to climb the mountain despite the risks. What trait is the character demonstrating?

• Fearfulness

• Bravery

• Indifference

• Confusion

Which sentence from the text indicates that the setting is a bustling city?

• "The forest was quiet and serene."

• "The sound of honking cars filled the air."

• "The waves gently lapped at the shore."

• "The mountains stood tall and silent."