FAST Practice - A Campfire Story

What does the photograph at the start of the passage help the reader understand? 

• the characters 

• the theme 

• the plot 

• the setting

According to the passage, why were Erik and Kristy unable to go to the camp earlier?

• They were not old enough. 

• They could not swim well enough. 

• They lived too far away. 

• They had not saved enough money. 

Part A:  How do Erik and Kristy feel when they first arrive at the camp? 

• disappointed 

• excited 

• nervous 

• tired 

Part B: Choose two details the author used to lead you to believe the answer to Part A.

• “I can’t believe we’re finally here! After the longest drive ever,” Kristy said.

• There would be horseback riding, canoeing, nature hikes, swimming in the lake, cookouts, campfires, and even a softball tournament. 

• The Baxter twins, Erik and Kristy, could not wait for summer vacation.

• They were finally old enough to go to Camp Arrowhead in northern Canada. 

• After driving some more, the kids knew they were almost at the camp. 

Why are Kristy and Erik able to complete the swimming test easily?

• They live near the sea and swim all the time. 

• They took swimming lessons. 

• They help each other. 

• They really want to swim in the deepest part. 

What dialogue contains an example of hyperbole?

• “I can’t believe we’re finally here! After the longest drive ever, Kristy said. 

• “You have all done a great job! During open swim times, you can swim in the entire swimming zone and out to the raft. Great Swimming!” 

• “Well, that’s okay. Maybe tomorrow you will have a story to share, “Erik said. 

• “Yeah, thanks, Erik replied. “I’ll save a spot in the dining hall for you at breakfast.” 

Part A: How does Kristy feel when she first feels the skunk touch her hand? 

• calm

• confused 

• embarrassed 

• frightened 

Part B: Which sentence from the passage best supports your answer to Part A? 

• She sat up in bed. 

• The room was dark. 

• She was just about to scream. 

• Then, she quickly covered her mouth and stopped herself. 

Which phrase from the paragraph below is a simile. 

 

Kristy snuggled into her sleeping bag. Within seconds, she was sleeping like a baby. She was very tired from the long trip and the swim test. And it was late past 10 o’clock. She usually went to bed much earlier. 

• Within seconds, she was sleeping like a baby. 

• She usually went to bed much earlier. 

• Kristy snuggled in her sleeping bag. 

• And it was late past 10 o’clock. 

What is Kristy afraid of the skunk doing?

• waking up the other campers 

• scratching or biting her 

• making the cabin smell bad 

• creating a mess