Understanding Words and Themes Quiz 03/28

What is the meaning of the word "abandon" in the sentence: "The sailors had to abandon the ship during the storm"?

• Repair

• Leave

• Decorate

• Build

In the sentence "The sun was a blazing fire in the sky," what does the word "blazing" mean?

• Cold

• Dull

• Bright

• Small

What is the theme of the story where a young girl learns the importance of honesty after facing the consequences of lying?

• Bravery

• Honesty

• Friendship

• Adventure

In a text about the water cycle, what are two main ideas?

• The water cycle is a myth; water never evaporates.

• Water evaporates from the earth's surface and returns as precipitation.

• Water is only found in oceans; it never moves.

• Water is always in the form of ice; it never changes state.

What does the word "elevate" mean in the sentence: "The coach's speech helped to elevate the team's spirits"?

• Lower

• Raise

• Ignore

• Confuse

In the sentence "The room was as silent as a grave," what does the word "silent" mean?

• Noisy

• Quiet

• Bright

• Dark

What is the theme of a poem where the speaker reflects on the beauty of nature and its calming effect?

• Technology

• Nature's beauty

• Urban life

• Competition

In a passage about recycling, what are two main ideas?

• Recycling is unnecessary; waste is not a problem.

• Recycling helps reduce waste and conserves natural resources.

• Recycling is only for paper; other materials cannot be recycled.

• Recycling is a new concept; it started last year.

What does the word "transform" mean in the sentence: "The caterpillar will transform into a butterfly"?

• Remain

• Change

• Destroy

• Hide

In the sentence "The wind howled like a wolf in the night," what does the word "howled" mean?

• Whispered

• Shouted

• Cried

• Sang