Reading Quiz 1 VanderVeen 2025

How did Maria feel when she first arrived at her new school?

• Confident

• Angry

• Nervous

• Excited

What made the new school seem different to Maria?

• The classrooms were smaller.

• The teachers were quiet.

• The hallways were louder and teachers used new words.

• She already knew everyone there.

Why did Maria sit alone during lunch?

• She didn’t like the food.

• She didn’t know anyone yet.

• She was studying.

• The cafeteria was full.

Who helped Maria feel more comfortable?

• Her teacher

• Her brother

• Another student named Jenna

• The principal

What did Maria learn from her experience?

• To avoid making new friends

• To stay quiet in class

• That being positive can help in new situations

• That school is easy once you know everyone

Which word best describes Jenna?

• Mean

• Helpful

• Shy

• Selfish

The word confident most nearly means —

• sure of yourself

• worried

• angry

• tired

Which of these sentences from the passage shows a change in Maria’s attitude?

• She sat alone at lunch.

• Everything seemed different.

• She realized that even though things were new, she could still find her place.

• The hallways were louder.

What is the main idea of this passage?

• Moving to a new school can be scary but also rewarding.

• Lunch is the most important part of the day.

• High school classes are more difficult than middle school.

• Teachers use confusing words.

The tone of this passage is best described as —

• Sad

• Hopeful

• Angry

• Confused