WorksheetsReading Review
Total questions: 33
Worksheet time: 17mins
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1.
Some people don’t like to use computers. They think that it is too hard and they break down too often. Don’t they realize that computers save us time and effort? Surely, these anti-computer people are confused.
What assumption is underlying this paragraph?
What assumption is underlying this paragraph?
a)
Everyone should use and appreciate computers.
b)
Most computers don’t break down.
c)
People are breaking the computers.
d)
Computers can help educate students.
2.
Read the passage
One is more likely to be killed by another hunter than a bear. You should have fear when out in the wilderness. That is the wildlife’s home, and they did not invite you, that is the risk you take for being out there. I have nothing against hunters; I used to be one myself. But, I am against unnecessary slaughter of wildlife. To me it is the true act of a coward.
What is the author's opinion?
One is more likely to be killed by another hunter than a bear. You should have fear when out in the wilderness. That is the wildlife’s home, and they did not invite you, that is the risk you take for being out there. I have nothing against hunters; I used to be one myself. But, I am against unnecessary slaughter of wildlife. To me it is the true act of a coward.
What is the author's opinion?
a)
respect the wilderness as the wildlife’s home
b)
fear bears more than other hunters
c)
dress warmly while hunting
d)
promote unnecessary slaughter of wildlife
3.
Read the statement.
“I am so glad the 1st grade students remembered to clean up their art project before they went home!”
Who would most likely agree with this statement?
“I am so glad the 1st grade students remembered to clean up their art project before they went home!”
Who would most likely agree with this statement?
a)
a mother
b)
a student
c)
the principal
d)
the janitor
4.
Read the paragraph.
Cells make up all living things. There are millions of different types of cells in the human body. Scientists believe that further study of the make-up of cells can lead to a cure for cancer. Scientists continue their research in laboratories everyday.
Which sentence best describes an assumption in this paragraph?
Cells make up all living things. There are millions of different types of cells in the human body. Scientists believe that further study of the make-up of cells can lead to a cure for cancer. Scientists continue their research in laboratories everyday.
Which sentence best describes an assumption in this paragraph?
a)
cells make up all living things
b)
Scientists believe that further study of the make-up of cells can lead to a cure for
cancer.
cancer.
c)
There are millions of different types of cells in the human body.
d)
Scientists continue their research in the laboratories everyday.
5.
Read the list of terms.
Baste – to moisten meat with melted drippings while cooking
Darn – to mend by sewing stitches across a gap
Quilt – a bed cover filled with down
Seam – a line that marks joining edges
Given the definitions, which technique is a sewing method?
Baste – to moisten meat with melted drippings while cooking
Darn – to mend by sewing stitches across a gap
Quilt – a bed cover filled with down
Seam – a line that marks joining edges
Given the definitions, which technique is a sewing method?
a)
darn
b)
quilt
c)
baste
d)
seam
6.
Read the passage.
A.) And even though I didn’t agree with her then, I knew that she understood how much I had suffered during the evening’s dinner.
B.) Robert was a star basketball.
C.) It wasn’t until many years later – long after I had gotten over my crush on Robert – that I was able to fully appreciate her lesson and the true purpose behind our particular menu.
D.) For Christmas Eve that year, she had chosen all my favorite foods.
Which sentence doesn't belong?
A.) And even though I didn’t agree with her then, I knew that she understood how much I had suffered during the evening’s dinner.
B.) Robert was a star basketball.
C.) It wasn’t until many years later – long after I had gotten over my crush on Robert – that I was able to fully appreciate her lesson and the true purpose behind our particular menu.
D.) For Christmas Eve that year, she had chosen all my favorite foods.
Which sentence doesn't belong?
a)
A
b)
B
c)
C
d)
D
7.
If you were writing an essay that argued that summer is a better season than winter, which fact would you include?
a)
Winter snow allows people to ski.
b)
Summer heat causes many people to become dehydrated
c)
Biking and skating trails are clear of snow in the summer
d)
Winter temperatures can often be warm and pleasant
8.
Read the paragraph.
Dogs and cats make great pets. They’re both soft, furry, and affectionate. Both can be trained to respect their owner’s property. Cats are lot quieter than dogs, but a dog’s barking is often valued for protecting its owner’s house and valuables.
How are cats and dogs different according to the paragraph?
Dogs and cats make great pets. They’re both soft, furry, and affectionate. Both can be trained to respect their owner’s property. Cats are lot quieter than dogs, but a dog’s barking is often valued for protecting its owner’s house and valuables.
How are cats and dogs different according to the paragraph?
a)
a.Cats are more affectionate
b)
Dogs are louder than cats.
c)
Dogs destroy their owner’s property.
d)
Cats often ruin furniture with their claws
9.
Read the following paragraph.
My worst camping trip was to Yellowstone Park. While we were hiking, a bear came into our camp, knocked over our tent, and ate most of our food. When we arrived back in camp, we gathered up what we could find and headed back to the car only to find that we had a flat tire. Worst of all, we had locked our keys in the car and it started to rain. The next time we went to Yellowstone we rented a room at the lodge.
Which fact supports the conclusion that the author did not camp in Yellowstone again?
My worst camping trip was to Yellowstone Park. While we were hiking, a bear came into our camp, knocked over our tent, and ate most of our food. When we arrived back in camp, we gathered up what we could find and headed back to the car only to find that we had a flat tire. Worst of all, we had locked our keys in the car and it started to rain. The next time we went to Yellowstone we rented a room at the lodge.
Which fact supports the conclusion that the author did not camp in Yellowstone again?
a)
A bear came into our camp.
b)
Our car had a flat tire.
c)
It started to rain.
d)
The next time, we rented a room at the lodge.
10.
Read the following paragraph.
My worst camping trip was to Yellowstone Park. While we were hiking, a bear came into our camp, knocked over our tent, and ate most of our food. When we arrived back in camp, we gathered up what we could find and headed back to the car only to find that we had a flat tire. Worst of all, we had locked our keys in the car and it started to rain. The next time we went to Yellowstone we rented a room at the lodge.
Which fact supports the conclusion that the author did not camp in Yellowstone again?
My worst camping trip was to Yellowstone Park. While we were hiking, a bear came into our camp, knocked over our tent, and ate most of our food. When we arrived back in camp, we gathered up what we could find and headed back to the car only to find that we had a flat tire. Worst of all, we had locked our keys in the car and it started to rain. The next time we went to Yellowstone we rented a room at the lodge.
Which fact supports the conclusion that the author did not camp in Yellowstone again?
a)
A bear came into our camp.
b)
Our car had a flat tire.
c)
It started to rain.
d)
The next time, we rented a room at the lodge.
11.
Read the following reasons for getting good grades in school.
A. Good grades open up doors for the future. A person who earns high marks has a better chance of securing a well-paying, exciting job as an adult.
B. Kids who get good grades are often rewarded. They are honored at academic assemblies and many teachers offer free time or treats to good students,
C. Students with bad grades aren’t allowed to participate in sports teams or student council. They’re left out of a lot of fun opportunities.
D. Smart kids like to eat lunch together. They usually get to the cafeteria first and have the best table.
Which reason would be best in an essay about getting good grades?
A. Good grades open up doors for the future. A person who earns high marks has a better chance of securing a well-paying, exciting job as an adult.
B. Kids who get good grades are often rewarded. They are honored at academic assemblies and many teachers offer free time or treats to good students,
C. Students with bad grades aren’t allowed to participate in sports teams or student council. They’re left out of a lot of fun opportunities.
D. Smart kids like to eat lunch together. They usually get to the cafeteria first and have the best table.
Which reason would be best in an essay about getting good grades?
a)
A
b)
B
c)
C
d)
D
12.
Read the passage.
“Each [leaf] was shaped like an inverted umbrella spiked on a massive trunk…” from “the Pit of Wings” by Ramsey Campbell
“Each [leaf] was shaped like an inverted umbrella spiked on a massive trunk…” from “the Pit of Wings” by Ramsey Campbell
a)
The leaves are cup-shaped with thick stems.
b)
The leaves protect against the rain.
c)
The leaves are large and round.
d)
The leaves are deciduous.
13.
An ad for hand cream claims the cream moisturizes and evens skin tone. What does tone mean?
a)
quality of color
b)
musical sound
c)
elegant style
d)
interval on a musical scale
14.
Read the following paragraph.
As the teacher started to hand out the science tests, Jake felt a lump in his throat. His hand was shaking as he wrote his name on the top of his test. As he read the first question, beads of sweat began to form on his forehead, and he had no idea what the correct answers were on the entire test.
What can you infer?
As the teacher started to hand out the science tests, Jake felt a lump in his throat. His hand was shaking as he wrote his name on the top of his test. As he read the first question, beads of sweat began to form on his forehead, and he had no idea what the correct answers were on the entire test.
What can you infer?
a)
Jake is tired from not getting enough sleep
b)
Jake did not study for his test.
c)
Jake is confident about his test
d)
Jake’s teacher is mean.
15.
Read the following paragraph.
The spring air was fresh and clean, and the sun was warming the hillside. Flowers were beginning to bloom, forming a rainbow of colors throughout the meadows. All the animals were coming out from their homes to welcome the new morning, and I knew this was going to be a wonderful day as I peeked out of my tent.
What can you generalize about the author’s opinion?
The spring air was fresh and clean, and the sun was warming the hillside. Flowers were beginning to bloom, forming a rainbow of colors throughout the meadows. All the animals were coming out from their homes to welcome the new morning, and I knew this was going to be a wonderful day as I peeked out of my tent.
What can you generalize about the author’s opinion?
a)
The author lives in California.
b)
The author is a man.
c)
The author is tired.
d)
The author is camping.
16.
Read the sentences.
The engine coughed.
The wind sighs.
Fortune smiled on her.
The photograph leered from the wall.
These are examples of:
The engine coughed.
The wind sighs.
Fortune smiled on her.
The photograph leered from the wall.
These are examples of:
a)
similes
b)
metaphors
c)
personification
d)
symbolism
17.
Read the story.
Mary left her pencil case in a classroom. The next day it was in the lost and found. All the pencils were gone.
What does Mary know for sure about her pencil case?
Mary left her pencil case in a classroom. The next day it was in the lost and found. All the pencils were gone.
What does Mary know for sure about her pencil case?
a)
Someone stole it and returned it
b)
It was turned into lost and found.
c)
It was dropped in the hall.
d)
Her pencils are all broken.
18.
Read the passage.
It was wintertime when Martha came to the USA from Mexico. She didn’t like the cold, but she loved to play in the snow. At school, she didn’t have many friends. It was difficult to learn a different language. Her friends and her teacher couldn’t understand her very well
What is the main problem in the story?
It was wintertime when Martha came to the USA from Mexico. She didn’t like the cold, but she loved to play in the snow. At school, she didn’t have many friends. It was difficult to learn a different language. Her friends and her teacher couldn’t understand her very well
What is the main problem in the story?
a)
Martha cannot communicate with others very well.
b)
Martha doesn't like winters.
c)
Martha misses Mexico.
d)
Martha doesn't have many friends.
19.
Read the poem.
Fame is a bee.
It has a song—
It has a sting—
Ah, too, it has a wing
This is an exmaple of:
Fame is a bee.
It has a song—
It has a sting—
Ah, too, it has a wing
This is an exmaple of:
a)
mood
b)
simile
c)
metaphor
d)
irony
20.
Read the poem.
The Storm
In fury and terror
The tempest broke,
It tore up the pine
And shattered the oak,
Yet the hummingbird hovered
Within the hour
Sipping clear rain
From a trumpet flower.
The author’s use of _________________ appeals to the senses of the reader.
The Storm
In fury and terror
The tempest broke,
It tore up the pine
And shattered the oak,
Yet the hummingbird hovered
Within the hour
Sipping clear rain
From a trumpet flower.
The author’s use of _________________ appeals to the senses of the reader.
a)
imagery
b)
figure of speech
c)
irony
d)
metaphor
21.
Read the poem.
It falls down,
Like sheets of ice.
Blanketing the ground,
With a freezing slice.
Melting to water,
As it touches the ground,
WET!
What is the author referring to in this poem?
It falls down,
Like sheets of ice.
Blanketing the ground,
With a freezing slice.
Melting to water,
As it touches the ground,
WET!
What is the author referring to in this poem?
a)
snow
b)
rain
c)
wind
d)
clouds
22.
Read the passage.
The fires were burning in the New York streets, as people from all over the city ran around in complete chaos, rioting and fighting among one another. Stores were being broken into and the police seemed to have no control over the huge crowd of people. Everyone was in fear for their life, and I saw a small girl sitting in the middle of the street, crying. She couldn’t have been more than six years old, and she appeared to be all alone. Someone should help that poor child, I thought to myself. I looked around at the dark, smoky night and realized, that someone should be me.
Select the appropriate genre for this passage
The fires were burning in the New York streets, as people from all over the city ran around in complete chaos, rioting and fighting among one another. Stores were being broken into and the police seemed to have no control over the huge crowd of people. Everyone was in fear for their life, and I saw a small girl sitting in the middle of the street, crying. She couldn’t have been more than six years old, and she appeared to be all alone. Someone should help that poor child, I thought to myself. I looked around at the dark, smoky night and realized, that someone should be me.
Select the appropriate genre for this passage
a)
nonfiction
b)
realistic fiction
c)
poetry
d)
tall tale
23.
Read the non-fiction passage.
One difference between insects and all other animals is the number of legs they have. Only insects have six legs in the entire animal kingdom. Adult insects have four wings and two antennae on their heads.
If this is true, you can conclude that:
One difference between insects and all other animals is the number of legs they have. Only insects have six legs in the entire animal kingdom. Adult insects have four wings and two antennae on their heads.
If this is true, you can conclude that:
a)
spiders have wings; therefore, they are insects.
b)
All animals are insects.
c)
Insects are only found in North America.
d)
A grasshopper is an insect.
24.
Choose the best answer.
You will be making twenty squares, ten each of two different fabric combinations. Before you start sewing, coordinate fabrics for each combination. Keep track of combinations and use assembly-line sewing as you go. For each step, position pieces right sides together and line up all sets next to your sewing machine. Stitch first set together, then continue sewing without breaking your thread. Cut threads and press seams.
What do you do before you begin sewing?
You will be making twenty squares, ten each of two different fabric combinations. Before you start sewing, coordinate fabrics for each combination. Keep track of combinations and use assembly-line sewing as you go. For each step, position pieces right sides together and line up all sets next to your sewing machine. Stitch first set together, then continue sewing without breaking your thread. Cut threads and press seams.
What do you do before you begin sewing?
a)
coordinate fabrics
b)
position pieces
c)
cut threads
d)
press seams
25.
Read the passage.
Mafatu opened one of the green drinking nuts and tilted back his head to let the cool liquid trickle down his parched throat; more refreshing than spring water, cool on the hottest days, and as sustaining as food. The boy scooped out the gelatinous meat for Uri and the dog ate it gratefully.
After Mafatu drank, what did he do for his dog?
Mafatu opened one of the green drinking nuts and tilted back his head to let the cool liquid trickle down his parched throat; more refreshing than spring water, cool on the hottest days, and as sustaining as food. The boy scooped out the gelatinous meat for Uri and the dog ate it gratefully.
After Mafatu drank, what did he do for his dog?
a)
He gave him a drink.
b)
He petted him.
c)
He fed him.
d)
He played with him.
26.
a. Then, I fell twice, hard, once dropping my gun.
b. Later, we flushed a covey of qual and I killed two over the bank.
c. It was a bright, cold day, and the ground covered with a sleet that had frozen.
d. I took the young Irish Setter for a little walk up the road.
If these sentences made a story, which events would occur first and last?
b. Later, we flushed a covey of qual and I killed two over the bank.
c. It was a bright, cold day, and the ground covered with a sleet that had frozen.
d. I took the young Irish Setter for a little walk up the road.
If these sentences made a story, which events would occur first and last?
a)
c, b
b)
b, d
c)
a, c
d)
d, c
27.
Read the passage.
Wolves are carnivorous, predatory animals. They live together in packs with an alpha male who is the dominant leader. Wolves hunt mostly at dusk, and they prey on elk, deer, coyotes, rabbits, and other animals in their habitat. Sometimes, they even prey on moose.
What is the alpha male?
Wolves are carnivorous, predatory animals. They live together in packs with an alpha male who is the dominant leader. Wolves hunt mostly at dusk, and they prey on elk, deer, coyotes, rabbits, and other animals in their habitat. Sometimes, they even prey on moose.
What is the alpha male?
a)
the pack
b)
the leader
c)
the prey
d)
the elk
28.
Read the passage and answer the question.
He was not the same. The plane passing by without rescuing him had changed him completely. He was not the same and would never be like he had been before. The old Brian was weak, now he was new, stronger and would not give up so he could survive
How do you think Brian has changed?
He was not the same. The plane passing by without rescuing him had changed him completely. He was not the same and would never be like he had been before. The old Brian was weak, now he was new, stronger and would not give up so he could survive
How do you think Brian has changed?
a)
Brian was stronger, more aware and careful.
b)
Brian felt sorry for himself and wanted to give up
c)
Brian is angry because he’s made mistakes.
d)
Brian has not changed at all
29.
Read the passage and answer the question.
Jan Brett, an author of many children’s books, uses many of the stories told to her by her Swedish grandmother. She illustrates her books with the cheerful colors and patterns often used in Northern European countries.
Based on this passage, which statement best describes Jan Brett?
Jan Brett, an author of many children’s books, uses many of the stories told to her by her Swedish grandmother. She illustrates her books with the cheerful colors and patterns often used in Northern European countries.
Based on this passage, which statement best describes Jan Brett?
a)
She plans to move to Sweden.
b)
She believes children should read.
c)
Her work is not important
d)
Her stories tell about her family’s history.
30.
I do not remember much of this time, except that many suns rose and set. I though about what I was going to do now that I was alone. I did not leave the village. Not until I had eaten all of the abalones did I leave and then only to gather more. Yet, I do remember the day that I decided I would never live in the village again
What is the main idea of this passage?
What is the main idea of this passage?
a)
She is alone and must survive.
b)
She lives in the village with her brother.
c)
She likes to eat abalones
d)
She is leaving the village.
31.
Read the passage.
Leaves often change color before they fall. As autumn approaches, chlorophyll, the green pigment used in photosynthesis, breaks down. As chlorophyll is lost from leaves, other yellow and orange pigments are revealed. These pigments were always present in the leaves but were hidden by the green chlorophyll. Some leaves also have red pigments, which also become visible when chlorophyll is broken down.
What causes green leaves to change color in the fall?
Leaves often change color before they fall. As autumn approaches, chlorophyll, the green pigment used in photosynthesis, breaks down. As chlorophyll is lost from leaves, other yellow and orange pigments are revealed. These pigments were always present in the leaves but were hidden by the green chlorophyll. Some leaves also have red pigments, which also become visible when chlorophyll is broken down.
What causes green leaves to change color in the fall?
a)
the amount of orange pigment increases
b)
chlorophyll breaks down
c)
the amount of yellow pigment stays the same
d)
chlorophyll changes into red pigmen
32.
Read the advertisement.
You shouldn’t have to sweat to get a clean bathtub. With Fabulous Foaming Tub Cleaner, let our foam do the work. No scrubbing is necessary, just spray on and rinse off. Your relaxation is guaranteed!
What does the advertisement claim about their product?
You shouldn’t have to sweat to get a clean bathtub. With Fabulous Foaming Tub Cleaner, let our foam do the work. No scrubbing is necessary, just spray on and rinse off. Your relaxation is guaranteed!
What does the advertisement claim about their product?
a)
It's fun to use.
b)
It's safe to use while exercising.
c)
Using the products eliminates stress.
d)
It cleans without having to scrub.
33.
Read the passage.
“And did you really have the three wishes granted?” asked Mrs. White. “I did,” said the sergeant major, and his glass tapped against his strong teeth. “And has anybody else wished?” inquired the old lady. “The first man had his three wishes, yes,” was the reply. “I don’t know what the first two were, but the third was for death. That’s how I got the paw.” His tones were so grave that a hush fell upon the group.
Which statement best supports the conclusion that the Monkey’s Paw will bring heartache?
“And did you really have the three wishes granted?” asked Mrs. White. “I did,” said the sergeant major, and his glass tapped against his strong teeth. “And has anybody else wished?” inquired the old lady. “The first man had his three wishes, yes,” was the reply. “I don’t know what the first two were, but the third was for death. That’s how I got the paw.” His tones were so grave that a hush fell upon the group.
Which statement best supports the conclusion that the Monkey’s Paw will bring heartache?
a)
The wishes didn't work.
b)
No one was able to make a wish.
c)
The third wish was for death.
d)
The first man had his three wishes.
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