3rd Practice EOG Reading Assessment

What does the word snatched mean in paragraph 11?

• A) Hid

• B) Tossed

• C) Broke

• D) Grabbed

Why is the fox’s plan important to the resolution of the story?

• F) The plan helps the crows learn how much they like their home.

• G) The plan causes the snake to move away from the tree.

• H) The plan gives the snake a chance to find an important necklace.

• J) The plan proves to the crows that they like attention.

What can the reader infer about the crows based on their actions after Father Crow talks to the fox?

• A) They worry that the snake will harm the servants.

• B) They often visit the royal ladies and servants at the river.

• C) They want to give the necklace to the fox.

• D) They trust the fox and the plan he shares.

What key idea about Mother Crow do the details in paragraphs 7 and 8 best support?

• F) Mother Crow is worried about the snake that is living in the tree.

• G) Mother Crow is afraid that she will not find enough food for her babies.

• H) Mother Crow is sad because the nest is getting too crowded.

• J) Mother Crow is upset because no one is listening to her.

How is the setting of the river important to the plot of the story?

• A) The river is where Mother Crow wants to build a nest.

• B) The river is where Father Crow meets with the fox.

• C) The river is where Mother Crow picks up the necklace.

• D) The river is where Father Crow wants the snake to live.

What is the most likely reason the author includes this illustration in the story?

• F) To show an important part of the fox’s plan

• G) To show how the crows build their nest in the banyan tree

• H) To show why the snake moves into the banyan tree

• J) To show that the crows need the fox’s help in order to stay safe

Which key idea do the details in paragraphs 11 and 12 support about the goals of Mission Blue?

• A) Young people can do their part to help oceans.

• B) Storms may cause some problems for oceans.

• C) Schools should teach young people about oceans.

• D) Taking care of oceans requires several talents.

In paragraph 6, the prefix un– helps the reader understand that unharmed means —

• F) harmed again

• G) able to harm

• H) full of harm

• J) not harmed

What can the reader conclude about Mission Blue from information throughout the selection?

• A) Mission Blue wants more people to travel to oceans.

• B) Mission Blue plans to stop people from fishing in oceans.

• C) Mission Blue wants all its volunteers to be scientists.

• D) Mission Blue values teaching people about oceans.

In paragraphs 5 and 6, which key idea do the details support about why Mission Blue divides the ocean into small areas called “hope spots”?

• F) These areas are easier to reach by boat.

• G) These areas have the deepest waters.

• H) These areas are easier to care for.

• J) These areas have very few visitors.