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WorksheetsTrekking the Trail
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 14mins
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1.
Read the sentence from the passage. "Take in the sights, sounds, and smells of the area." What inference can best be made from the details in the sentence?
a)
There are many sounds to listen to while hiking in the woods.
b)
Hiking with awareness allows a person to experience elements of nature.
c)
Nature provides many sights to enjoy while hiking.
d)
Hiking in a well-lit area is a safe and good form of exercise.
2.
The meaning of the root "photo" helps the reader know what the word "photograph" means..
a)
a picture taken with color
b)
a picture taken in the heat
c)
a picture taken in the cold
d)
a picture taken with light
3.
Which best explains why Step 1 for making a hiking journal directs the reader to cut the paper "six inches wider and six inches taller" than the notebook?
a)
The extra paper gives more room to draw on the journal.
b)
The extra paper creates a place for a pen to be kept with the journal.
c)
The extra paper gives more room to write in the journal.
d)
The extra paper allows it to be folded over the edges of the journal.
4.
In Step 4 of the directions for making a hiking stick, why does the author tell the reader to "be careful" when decorating the hiking stick?
a)
The bark needs to be cut off with scissors.
b)
Carving is usually done using a sharp object.
c)
The leather strip can burn the hands.
d)
Bears are drawn to some patterns more than others.
5.
Why is it important to tape the journal cover onto the journal?
a)
to make sure the journal can be seen by other hikers
b)
to make sure the cover stays attached during the hike
c)
to help make the journal look more attractive
d)
to help keep the journal pocket-sized
6.
Which word is a synonym for permission?
a)
money
b)
advice
c)
leather
d)
consent
7.
Which detail from the passage best supports the idea that a hiking stick should be strong enough to support a person using it?
a)
A hiking stick usually gives you something to lean on.."
b)
Select a straight sturdy stick about shoulder height.."
c)
"If you want, peel off the bark carefully."
d)
"Wrap the grip area with a soft leather strip.."
8.
What does the word adorned mean as it is used in the passage?
a)
accomplished
b)
scented
c)
decorated
d)
purchased
9.
Read the sentences from the passage. "You can include notes on the date of the hike, weather conditions, where you are going, and a diagram of the landscape."
Which point is the author making with the evidence in these sentences?
Which point is the author making with the evidence in these sentences?
a)
A journal is a good place to ask questions thought of during a hike.
b)
Notes on weather can help to predict when to go on the next hike.
c)
A journal can be used to record favorite memories of a hike.
d)
Sketches of animals will help determine where to go on the next hike.
10.
What best describes the overall structure used in the passage?
a)
a discussion of hints related to taking notes while hiking
b)
a comparison of different types of clothing to wear while hiking
c)
a solution to a problem related to hiking in dangerous areas
d)
a list of steps to take to increase the enjoyment of hiking
11.
PART ONE:
How does the picture of a hiking stick help to support the text in the passage?
How does the picture of a hiking stick help to support the text in the passage?
a)
It shows where to use a hiking stick.
b)
It advertises hiking sticks that are for sale.
c)
It shows what the hiking stick should look like.
d)
It provides additional facts about a hiking stick.
12.
PART TWO:
What sentence from the passage best supports the answer in PART ONE(it shows what the hiking stick looks like)?
What sentence from the passage best supports the answer in PART ONE(it shows what the hiking stick looks like)?
a)
"You could draw a mountain sunset, a rainbow trout, or something of your own choosing."
b)
"Be sure to ask an adult for permission before starting this project."
c)
"..bears have a chance to depart before you even know they were there."
d)
"...tie three or four loud bells onto a cord or leather boot string."
13.
PART ONE:
Which sentence from the passage best reflects the main idea of the passage?
Which sentence from the passage best reflects the main idea of the passage?
a)
"Whether you hike in the forest, the desert, or near the swamp, you're sure to see many wonders of nature."
b)
"You can also add photographs from your hike.."
c)
"Fold the top down and the bottom up along the lines you just marked."
d)
"You could draw a mountain sunset, a rainbow trout, or something of your own choosing."
14.
PART TWO:
What sentence from the passage supports the main idea in PART ONE (whether you hike in the forest, desert, or swamp, you're sure to see many wonders of nature)
What sentence from the passage supports the main idea in PART ONE (whether you hike in the forest, desert, or swamp, you're sure to see many wonders of nature)
a)
"Personalize your stick by adding designs with markers or paint."
b)
"A hiking journal can be as simple as a pocket-sized spiral notebook with a pencil attached to it by a cord."
c)
"Talk in a loud voice that can be heard a long distance."
d)
"Watch for bird nests, snake skins, feathers, nursery logs, mushrooms, fish, animal tracks.."
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