4th Grade The Apple Gathering Part A/Part B

Part A: What does the word “improvise” mean as it is used in paragraph 21 from the story “The Apple Gathering”?

• Think quickly to solve a problem with limited resources

• Ask for help from others

• Slowly work on something

• Choose the best tool for the job

Part B: Which two sentences from the passage help the reader understand the meaning of "improvise"?

• "Toby recalled the first-aid lessons he had read about sprains: Apply ice and avoid putting weight on the leg." (paragraph 20)

• "Toby looked around quickly." (paragraph 21)

• "He began to gather leaves and branches, fashioning a makeshift splint to keep Marcus’s ankle still." (paragraph 23)

• "Sarah! Go get Marcus’s dad and find something cold." (paragraph 22)

• "Toby quickly ran to find help." (paragraph 22)

Part A: In “The Apple Gathering,” why does Emily most likely invite Toby to help with the festival preparations?
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• Toby is a skilled artist who can help with decorations

• Toby is calm under pressure and takes care of others

• Toby is eager to prove himself to the adults

• Toby is always willing to do chores

Part B: Which two details from the passage support the answer to Part A about the setting of the story?

• "Toby’s boots thudded against the rocky ground as he hiked down the slope." (paragraph 3)

• "Tall pine trees framed the valley." (paragraph 3)

• "In the distance, a wide river wound through the hills, leading to the bustling town of Riverton." (paragraph 3)

• "Far below, he could just make out Riverton, the largest town for miles." (paragraph 4)

• "The sun began to set as Toby made his way down the road." (paragraph 7)

Part A: In “The Apple Gathering,” why does Emily most likely invite Toby to help with the festival preparations?

• Toby is a skilled artist who can help with decorations

• Toby is calm under pressure and takes care of others

• Toby is eager to prove himself to the adults

• Toby is always willing to do chores

Part B: What detail from the passage best supports the idea that Toby is calm under pressure?

• "Toby sighed as he placed apples into the basket." (paragraph 7)

• "Toby didn’t hesitate. 'I'd love to.'" (paragraph 35)

• "Emily smiled. 'You kept your head. That's the important part.'" (paragraph 32)

• "Toby quickly ran to find help for Marcus." (paragraph 22)

• "Toby began to gather leaves and branches to help Marcus." (paragraph 23)

Part A: Which sentence best describes a theme of the passage from “The Apple Gathering”?

• Acting quickly in emergencies can make a real difference

• Learning through experience helps in challenging situations

• It’s important to stay busy with a variety of activities

• Helping others builds strong friendships

Part B: Which detail from the passage best supports the theme that learning through experience helps in challenging situations?

• "Toby grabbed the basket and headed back toward home." (paragraph 8)

• "Emily smiled. 'You kept your head. That's the important part.'" (paragraph 32)

• "Toby didn’t hesitate. 'I'd love to.'" (paragraph 35)

• "Marcus’s dad and the neighbor gently lifted Marcus onto the cart." (paragraph 31)

• "Toby recalled the first-aid lessons he had read about sprains." (paragraph 20)