SOL Review 4th Grade ELA

What is the theme of a story that focuses on a character overcoming a fear of speaking in front of others?

• Friendship

• Courage

• Family

• Loyalty

In a story where a character faces challenges in order to prove their loyalty to a friend, which of the following is likely the central theme?

• Kindness

• Courage

• Loyalty

• Justice

In the story of "The Tortoise and the Hare," what is the central conflict?

• The tortoise and hare argue over who is stronger.

• The tortoise wants to show that hard work pays off.

• The hare refuses to compete.

• The tortoise struggles with self-doubt.

What is the resolution in "The Tortoise and the Hare"?

• The tortoise wins the race by being steady and determined.

• The hare apologizes for being overconfident.

• The tortoise and hare both quit the race.

• The tortoise learns that speed isn't everything.

Which of the following would be the best way to analyze a character’s loyalty?

• By looking at the character’s actions and how they help others.

• By describing their appearance and speech patterns.

• By summarizing the main events of the story.

• By describing their fear and anxiety.

What detail from a text best shows a character’s bravery?

• The character comforts a friend during a difficult time.

• The character speaks up when others are too afraid.

What is the theme of a story where a character learns the importance of family after a challenging event?

• Family

• Bravery

• Determination

• Friendship

Which of the following best describes how a determined character responds to a challenge?

• By facing the problem head-on with patience and persistence.

• By avoiding the problem and hoping it will go away.

• By ignoring their feelings and thinking only about winning.

• By listening to others without offering any opinions.

How do we learn about a character's thoughts and feelings in a story?

• Through the descriptions of their appearance.

• Through their words, actions, or what other characters say about them.

• Through the way they interact with their environment.

• Through the events of the plot only.

Which organizational pattern is used when an author explains how one event causes another to happen?

• Problem/Solution

• Comparison/Contrast

• Cause/Effect

• Description