Midsummer Magic

Based on the passage 'Midsummer Magic,' where does Eva travel to spend the summer with her grandparents?

• Sweden

• Norway

• Finland

• Denmark

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Why was this summer different for Eva compared to previous visits?

• Eva was finally old enough to spend the entire summer with her grandparents, not just a few days.

• Eva's grandparents moved to a new house this summer.

• Eva had to attend summer school this year.

• Eva's parents joined her for the entire summer.

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What is a maypole, as described in the passage 'Midsummer Magic'?

• A maypole is a tall wooden pole decorated with flowers and ribbons, used in folk festivals for people to dance around.

• A maypole is a type of traditional summer dessert made with berries and cream.

• A maypole is a musical instrument played during folk festivals.

• A maypole is a special hat worn during Midsummer celebrations.

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According to the passage, what are the flower crowns supposed to bring?

• Good luck and health.

• Wealth and fame.

• Rain and sunshine.

• Peace and silence.

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What is the Midsummer celebration in Sweden?

• A winter holiday

• A holiday to celebrate the summer solstice, the longest day of the year

• A festival for the harvest season

• A religious ceremony

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According to the passage, what was Eva's favorite story about?

• Eva's favorite story was about the magic fern blossom, which was said to bloom only at midnight on Midsummer Eve. Whoever found it would be granted one wish.

• Eva's favorite story was about a lost city hidden beneath the sea, waiting to be discovered by brave explorers.

• Eva's favorite story was about a talking wolf who helped children find their way home through the forest.

• Eva's favorite story was about a princess who could turn invisible whenever she wished.

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At what time did the villagers gather around the bonfire for the Midsummer celebration?

• Around 10:30 p.m.

• Around 8:00 p.m.

• Around midnight

• Around 7:15 p.m.

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Why did Eva and the other girls float their wreaths on the water during the Midsummer celebration?

• They floated their wreaths on the water, watching as they drifted away, as part of the Midsummer celebration tradition.

• They wanted to see whose wreath would sink first as a competition.

• They believed the wreaths would bring rain for the crops.

• They were trying to catch fish using the wreaths.

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What sensory details (sight, smell, touch) from paragraph 2 are provided to help you visualize the setting in “Midsummer Magic?”

• The scent of pine trees, the sound of birds singing, and the sight of a bustling city

• The sight of pine trees, the scent of ocean air, and the feel of hot sand underfoot

• The scent of pine trees, the sound of birds singing, and the sight of sparkling lakes

• The smell of burning wood, the sound of honking cars, and the sight of towering buildings

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How does the time of day during the Midsummer celebration contribute to the mood of the scene?

• The early morning hours create a sense of urgency and rush.

• The late afternoon sunlight makes everything feel ordinary and dull.

• The midday heat makes the celebration uncomfortable and tiring.

• The lingering daylight and late sunset create a magical atmosphere of celebration.

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