Understanding Consequences and Themes

Which statement BEST describes the meaning of the adage “If you play with fire, you’ll get burned”?

• You should never go near dangerous objects.

• If you make careless choices, negative consequences will happen.

• Fire can hurt people if they are not careful.

• Being responsible helps people finish their work.

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CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

Read the sentence from the story: “Relax. I always mean to give things back.” What does this sentence reveal about Milo?

• He is confident in his science skills.

• He does not take responsibility for his choices.

• He enjoys borrowing things from others.

• He wants to help his classmates succeed.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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Which sentence BEST shows how Milo’s choices lead to conflict?

• The volcano sat safely on the counter.

• Their slides are on the USB drive.

• I borrowed the USB drive and forgot to bring it back.

• You finally figured it out?

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

Which event in the story BEST shows the consequence of Milo’s careless choices?

• Aisha becomes frustrated with Milo and barely speaks to him.

• Milo brings the volcano to class on time.

• Mr. Ortiz reminds the class to bring their projects.

• Milo asks to borrow the USB drive.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

What is the MOST LIKELY reason Mr. Ortiz uses the adage “If you play with fire, you’ll get burned”?

• To warn Milo that the group will get a bad grade.

• To show that Milo’s actions have damaged others’ trust.

• To tell them the project was too difficult.

• To explain how volcanoes work.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

Which theme is supported by the events in the story?

• Good teamwork always leads to success.

• It is best to avoid trying new things.

• Your choices affect other people.

• Hard work always pays off.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

7. Explain the meaning of the adage “If you play with fire, you’ll get burned” and describe how it connects to Milo’s problem in the story. Include one piece of text evidence in your response.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What lesson does Milo learn from forgetting to return the USB drive?

• He should always ask for help with projects.

• His actions can create problems for others.

• Science projects are easy to complete.

• He is the best student in the class.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which sentence BEST explains the meaning of the adage, “You reap what you sow”?

• A. You should always buy seeds in the spring.

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  B. The way you treat others will come back to you.

• C. Farming is hard work.

• D. You should only plant good crops.

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CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

What lesson does the adage, “Don’t count your chickens before they hatch,” teach?

• A. Be patient and don’t assume something will happen too early.

• B. It’s good to raise animals.

• C. It is helpful to plan ahead when raising chickens.

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  D. A farmer should always check the eggs.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

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