Understanding Text: RL.3.1

What is the main idea of the story "The Brave Little Turtle"?

• The turtle learns to swim faster than all the other animals.

• The turtle shows courage by helping a friend in need.

• The turtle finds a new home in the forest.

• The turtle wins a race against a rabbit.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Why did the turtle decide to help the bird in the story?

• Because the turtle wanted to make a new friend.

• Because the turtle was bored and had nothing else to do.

• Because the bird was in trouble and needed help.

• Because the turtle wanted to show off its strength.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

What can we infer about the turtle's character from the story?

• The turtle is shy and prefers to be alone.

• The turtle is brave and caring.

• The turtle is lazy and uninterested in others.

• The turtle is always looking for adventure.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

Which detail from the story supports the idea that the turtle is helpful?

• The turtle swims in the pond every day.

• The turtle shares its food with the bird.

• The turtle hides under a rock when it rains.

• The turtle takes long naps in the sun.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

What happened after the turtle helped the bird?

• The bird flew away without saying thank you.

• The bird and the turtle became friends.

• The turtle decided to go on a long journey.

• The turtle found a new shell.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

How does the story "The Brave Little Turtle" end?

• The turtle wins a prize for being the fastest swimmer.

• The turtle and the bird have a picnic together.

• The turtle goes back to its home and takes a nap.

• The turtle and the bird help another animal in need.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.3.10

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.4.6

What lesson can we learn from the story?

• It's important to be the fastest and strongest.

• Helping others can lead to new friendships.

• Always look for ways to have fun.

• It's better to be alone than with others.

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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 of the following is a key detail from the story?

• The turtle has a shiny, green shell.

• The bird has a broken wing and cannot fly.

• The turtle likes to eat berries.

• The bird sings a beautiful song every morning.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

What might happen next if the story continued?

• The turtle might find another animal to help.

• The turtle might decide to live in a different pond.

• The bird might learn to swim like the turtle.

• The turtle might stop being friends with the bird.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Why is the turtle considered brave in the story?

• Because it swims faster than the other animals.

• Because it faces danger to help the bird.

• Because it finds a new home all by itself.

• Because it wins a race against a rabbit.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5