Study Guide (RotW)

What is the central idea of Rising on the Waves?

• Surfing is an easy sport to master with enough practice.

• Overcoming fear and challenges can lead to success.

• It is best to avoid activities that seem too difficult.

• Having a sibling teach you is the best way to learn a new skill.

Which excerpt from Rising on the Waves best supports the central idea chosen in Part A?

• She took a deep breath as she stood on the sandy shore, her surfboard under her arm.

• Wave after wave, fall after fall. Just as she was ready to give up, she saw a perfect wave forming behind her.

• Jake laughed. “That was learning. Try again.”

• The ride lasted only a few seconds, but as she jumped into the water, she felt unstoppable.

How does the author develop ideas in Rising on the Waves?

• She describes Emma’s thoughts and feelings as she faces challenges.

• She tells about past experiences and explains how they led to her success.

• She interrupts the story to give facts about surfing.

• She summarizes a conversation between Emma and Jake.

Read the excerpt from Rising on the Waves, paragraph 3.

"She took a deep breath and tried to stand, but her legs wobbled, and she splashed into the water."

How does this paragraph contribute to the development of the central idea?

• It helps to define the relationship between Emma and her brother.

• It moves the narrative forward by showing Emma’s first challenge while surfing.

• It provides an example of how Emma avoids her fears.

• It shows that Emma is not ready to learn how to surf.

What is the best definition of unstoppable as it is used in the sentence?

• difficult to defeat

• unwilling to continue

• quick and easy

• nervous and unsure

What inference can be made about Emma based on the experience she describes in Rising on the Waves?

• She enjoys spending time in the ocean but dislikes challenges.

• She has a strong determination to improve.

• She learns how to surf easily on her first try.

• She only surfs because her brother tells her to.

Which two sentences best support the inference made in Part A?

• She had always loved the ocean, but today was different. Today was her first time trying to surf since her accident. (paragraph 1)

• She coughed and pulled herself back onto the board. “That was awful,” she muttered. (paragraph 4)

• Wave after wave, fall after fall. Just as she was ready to give up, she saw a perfect wave forming behind her. (paragraph 5)

• Jake laughed. “That was learning. Try again.” (paragraph 4)

• The ride lasted only a few seconds, but as she jumped into the water, she felt unstoppable. (paragraph 6)

What are two likely reasons the author of Rising on the Waves wrote this story?

• To persuade readers to try surfing.

• To inform readers about different types of waves.

• To entertain readers with an inspiring personal experience.

• To show that hard work and perseverance lead to success.

• To convince readers that surfing is too dangerous for beginners.

Which answers below about the setting apply to

"Rising on the Waves"

• Learning new skills can be physically challenging.

• Performing in front of others can be nerve-wracking.

• Hard work is necessary to achieve success.

• Overcoming self-doubt is an important part of growth.

• Encouragement from family and friends helps build confidence.

Which answers below about the setting apply to

"The Big Talent Show"

• Hard work is necessary to achieve success.

• Performing in front of others can be nerve-wracking.

• People compare themselves to others in competitions.

• Overcoming self-doubt is an important part of growth.

• Encouragement from family and friends helps build confidence.