Sprinkles Passages

What can the reader conclude about sprinkles from information in the selection “The Story of Sprinkles?”

• Chocolate and rainbow are the only flavors of sprinkles.

• Sprinkles have been around as long as there have been cakes.

• Sprinkles are popular in many cultures.

• All people enjoy sprinkles.

In paragraph 2 of “The Story of Sprinkles”, the prefix un- helps the reader know that unclear means—

• not certain

• known to all

• messy or not clean

• understood by some

What is the central idea of the selection “The Story of Sprinkles?”

• Some people call sprinkles “jimmies,” while others do not.

• There are many kinds and flavors of sprinkles.

• Sprinkles have a fascinating history of bringing joy to people.

• Sprinkles come in many colors and varieties.

How does the author organize paragraph 3 in “The Story of Sprinkles”?

• By explaining what sprinkles are called in other places and how they are used

• By describing the unique flavors of sprinkles in other countries

• By comparing sprinkles in the United States to sprinkles in other countries

• By describing the way people use sprinkles in different states in the US

6. 6)What is the most likely reason the author uses imagery in this poem?

• To show that sprinkles come out of the jar quickly

• To suggest that sprinkles are bright and colorful

• To suggest that people of all ages love sprinkles

• To show that sprinkles are different in other cultures

In stanza 4 of the poem “Candy Confetti”, the word helps the reader understand the meaning of aromas.

Based on the poem “Candy Confetti”, which word best describes how the speaker feels about sprinkles?

• amused

• bored

• frustrated

• excited

In line 10, the words “like flowers in spring, ready to bloom,” suggest that the sprinkles are—

• A) bright and vibrant

• B) fragrant and smell nice

• C) green and tall

• D) growing every day

Which answer choice best describes the stanzas of the poem “Candy Confetti?”

• Each stanza contains two pairs of rhyming lines.

• Each stanza contains lines that repeat.

• Each stanza contains a different point of view.

• Each stanza has the same number of words.

Which lines from the poem “The Story of Sprinkles” express a similar idea?

• In a kitchen filled with birthday cheer, Cupcakes decorated, the party is near (lines 1 and 2)

• Sprinkles here and sprinkles there, Adding magic to the birthday affair. (lines 11 and 12)

• Their scent floats in the air so sweet, A smell of joy with every treat. (lines 13 and 14)

• Candy confetti, so bright and sweet Creating memories, that can’t be beat. (lines 19 and 20)