Practice Reading

What did Grandma give to Ben?

• A package wrapped in plain brown paper

• A new baseball glove

• A toy car

• A video game

How did Ben feel about books before receiving the package from Grandma?

• He liked them but didn't love them

• He loved them

• He disliked them

• He was indifferent

What happened to Ben's book after he left it outside?

• It got soaked and was ruined

• It was stolen

• It was perfectly fine

• It was found by a friend

What did Ben do after receiving the new book from Grandma?

• He began to read it

• He threw it away

• He gave it to a friend

• He ignored it

What is the main theme of the poem 'Lost Treasure'?

• Losing something valuable and adapting to change

• Finding a lost item

• Playing baseball with friends

• Receiving gifts from family

Which word is a synonym for weight in paragraph 1 of the story “Ben’s Book”?

• tallness

• newness

• loudness

• heaviness

In the story “Ben’s Book,” what do the events in paragraph 7 suggest about Dad’s relationship with Ben?

Which sentence best expresses the theme of the story “Ben’s Book”?

• It is important to do things that are enjoyable

• It is better to be honest than to try to please others

• Change can be hard but can also be rewarding

• Hard work can be difficult but can also bring joy

In paragraph 6 of the story “Ben’s Book,” how does the outdoor setting affect the plot?

How does paragraph 8 contribute to the plot of the story “Ben’s Book”?

• It introduces Ben’s next problem.

• It shows how Ben’s problem is solved.

• It describes why Ben dislikes books.

• It explains why Ben enjoys getting gifts.