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Unit 4 Review - Reading & Language Arts

Total questions: 63

Worksheet time: 4hrs 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Goldilocks had nothing to do. Her friends were busy, so she decided to take a walk in the woods alone. She noticed a house. She knew it was a stranger’s house, but she still entered. There was not anyone home; therefore, she decided to eat some food and take a nap in the stranger’s home.  
Choose the main idea. 
a)
walking can be an adventure
b)
Goldilocks didn't follow safety procedures. 
c)
It is okay to do the wrong things as long as it isn't hurting anybody. 
2.
Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence?
It takes a lot of hard work to become a professional athlete. 
a)
The pros live the good life.
b)
People like professional football players make a lot of money.
c)
Professional athletes spend countless hours practicing their sports.
d)
All of us can be professional athletes. 
3.
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Candy is not a healthy treat.
a)
It tastes really good.
b)
Candy contains high amounts of sugar.
c)
You can find many artificial additives in candy.
d)
Eating too much candy can give you cavities. 
4.

Which of the following is a supporting detail of this paragraph?

Robots are being used in sumo wrestling contests. Sumo wrestling is a sport that started in Japan. It takes place in a ring. Two players try to score points by holding each other down or pushing each other out of the ring. Robot sumo uses robots instead of humans. The robot that scores the most points wins.

a)

Robots are being used in sumo wrestling contests

b)

Robots sumo contests are better than human sumo contests.

c)

Robot sumo uses robots instead of humans.

d)

Watching robot sumo is boring.

5.

Weather reporters have to give out a lot of information. That's why they use pictures. The pictures help them tell us about the weather without using so many words. Weather reporters need to know where the cold air is. They need to know where the warm air is. They have to know where it is raining and what types of clouds are in the area. Their reports need to be correct, but they also need to be short. The pictures help weather reporters get the information out in a fast way.

Which sentence best describes the main idea of the paragraph?

a)

Weather reporters need to know where the cold air is

b)

Pictures help weather reporters get information out in a fast way

c)

Their reports need to be correct, but they also need to be short

d)

They have to know where it is raining and what types of clouds are in the area

6.
Look around you. Chances are you will probably see someone wearing headphones. Whether they’re listening to music, talking on the phone, or watching a video, headphones help people listen to what they love most. How do these small, plastic cords work?
Everything we hear is made up of sound waves. These waves vibrate1 in the air. As the waves move into your ear, your eardrum vibrates and turns the waves into music, words, and other sounds. Headphones use sound waves just like your ear. The waves travel up the cords from the phone, music player, etc. They move through a magnet and into a coil. This coil vibrates the same way as your eardrum. The sound waves from the coil move into the speakers and into your ear.
1 move very quickly 
Choose the best title for this passage.
a)
“Headphones and Kids Today”
b)
“Sound Waves and Your Ears”
c)
“Using Headphones and a music Player”
d)
“Headphones: What’s that Sound?”
7.
Ever wondered if you have what it takes to set a world record? Now is your chance to find out. Anyone can sign up to set one. All you need is a record you want to set or break and a little dedication.
First, you need to decide what record you want to set or break. What about holding a world record for having the largest collection of rubber ducks? You can. Just make sure you collect more than Charlotte Lee: she has 5,631. Think you can whistle the longest? Whistle for more than 25 hours 30 minutes and five seconds straight, and you will beat the world record. Whatever you choose, make sure it is something you can measure. (Sorry, there is no record for the world’s best sixth grader!)
Next, if you want your record to really count, you’ll have to file an application with Guinness World Records. It collects and prints books of world record holders across the globe. Visit www.guinnessworldrecords.com and download a free application. Fill out your form, and wait at least six weeks to find out if your record will be one for the books! 
Choose the detail that should be included in a summary of this passage.
a)
Guinness World Records prints books that list world record holders.
b)
The record for longest whistle is 25 hours 30 minutes and five seconds.
c)
You cannot win a world record for the world’s best sixth grader.
d)
Now is your chance to find out if you can set your own world record.
8.

 2)First, you need to decide what record you want to set or break. What about holding a world record for having the largest collection of rubber ducks? You can. Just make sure you collect more than Charlotte Lee: she has 5,631. Think you can whistle the longest? Whistle for more than 25 hours 30 minutes and five seconds straight, and you will beat the world record. Whatever you choose, make sure it is something you can measure. (Sorry, there is no record for the world’s best sixth grader!)
 
The best summary of paragraph 2 should include the fact that
a)
anyone can set or break a world record if he or she works hard enough.
b)
whistling for more than 25 hours 30 minutes and five seconds is difficult.
c)
the world record only counts if it is approved by Guinness World Records.
d)
the first thing to do is to pick a measurable record to set or break.
9.

In 1928, Sir Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin, a type of mold that is used in several medicines. He left the sample of bacteria out in his laboratory while he was on vacation. He came back to find that a mold spore had gotten into the sample. The bacteria had not grown in the spot where the mold was.

Sir Alexander Fleming was not the first person to see the penicillin mold. However, he was the first to realize how important it was. Other scientists found out that the mold could be used to treat many diseases.


How would this story be different if it were told from Fleming's point of view?

a)

The reader would most likely know

more about Alexander’s feelings about his discovery.

b)

The reader would most likely know

more about the diseases treated by penicillin.

c)

The reader would most likely know

more about the other scientists’ backgrounds.

d)

The reader would most likely know

more about the other scientific experiments.

10.

You are standing at the front doors on the first day of school, willing yourself to go inside. It can be difficult to make new friends after 15 years, but you are determined to try.

This new school is an opportunity to try new things as well as meet new people. You can play the flute in the marching band or write for the school newspaper. You have always wanted to write. Now is your big chance since your old school did not have a newspaper.

Moving to a new town over the summer has given you a chance to get ready for this day. Being the new kid is not as terrible as everyone makes it seem. You decide to make the best of this as you open the doors wide.


How does the point of view affect the story?

a)

The reader knows only what the narrator thinks

and sees.

b)

The reader feels like he or she is part of the

story.

c)

The reader knows what every character thinks

and sees.

d)

The reader knows only what the father thinks

and sees.

11.

Passage 1

Opossums are small mammals that are about the size of a cat. Opossums are marsupials. They keep their young in a special pouch that is part of their body. Opossums defend themselves from other animals by playing dead. They will do this by being very still. Then, they will foam at the mouth and even start to smell bad.


Passage 2

Armadillos are small mammals that live mostly in Texas. "Armadillo" is a Spanish word that means "little armored one." These animals got their name from the bony shell that covers their bodies. The shell acts like a sort of armor. Their armor-like skin is the main protection that armadillos have against other animals. However, armadillos also have sharp claws and are very good at digging. Armadillos can use their claws to dig away from danger.


These two passages are alike because

a)

they both discuss how marsupials care for their young.

b)

they both discuss mammals that mostly live in Texas.

c)

they both talk about mammals that have armor-like skin.

d)

they both explain how the mammals protect themselves.

12.

Passage 1

Austin is the capital of Texas. At first, Austin was a village called Waterloo. Waterloo was the capital of Texas in 1839 and got its name changed to Austin in honor of Stephen F. Austin. Stephen F. Austin was the “Father of Texas.” People who live in Austin are called “Austinites.” Many Austinites are college students or musicians. The movie Spy Kids was filmed partly in Austin.


Passage 2

Detroit is the largest city in Michigan. Detroit was founded in 1701 and named after the Detroit River. People who live in Detroit are called “Detroiters.” Detroit is the home of many American car companies. One of its nicknames is “Motor City.” Motown Records was based in Detroit for many years. Many Detroiters work for car companies.


Which statement best describes how the two passages contrast each other?

a)

Passage 2 describes a city that is near a river, but Passage 1 describes a city that has a lot of car companies.

b)

Passage 2 describes a city where a lot of records are made, but Passage 1 describes a city that was founded in 1701.

c)

Passage 1 describes a city where a movie was filmed, but Passage 2 describes a city that has many college students.

d)

Passage 1 describes a city where a lot of musicians live, but Passage 2 describes a city where a lot of auto workers live.

13.

Passage 1

Austin is the capital of Texas. At first, Austin was a village called Waterloo. Waterloo was the capital of Texas in 1839 and got its name changed to Austin in honor of Stephen F. Austin. Stephen F. Austin was the “Father of Texas.” People who live in Austin are called “Austinites.” Many Austinites are college students or musicians. The movie Spy Kids was filmed partly in Austin.


Passage 2

Detroit is the largest city in Michigan. Detroit was founded in 1701 and named after the Detroit River. People who live in Detroit are called “Detroiters.” Detroit is the home of many American car companies. One of its nicknames is “Motor City.” Motown Records was based in Detroit for many years. Many Detroiters work for car companies.


What comparison can be made between the two above passages?

a)

Both passages describe the capital of a state.

b)

Both passages describe the different cars in a city.

c)

Both passages describe how a city got its name.

d)

Both passages describe the largest city in a state.

14.

Passage 1

When cleaning your house, you should work from top to bottom. First, grab a ladder, and go outside to clean out the rain gutters and to wipe down windows. Then, go inside to dust the high shelves and light fixtures. Third, wipe down the bathroom surfaces, and wash the dishes. Finally, sweep the porch, and vacuum the rugs. When you are all done, take a nice long nap.


Passage 2

When cleaning your house, start with the easiest chores, and move to the hardest. First, wash the dishes. Next, dust the shelves and vacuum the rugs. Then, if you have enough energy left, wipe down the windows, the bathroom surfaces, and the light fixtures. Finally, go outside to clean out the rain gutters and to sweep the porch.


How are the stories alike?

a)

They mention using a ladder

b)

They both have a sentence that starts with "Third."

c)

They both mention all the same chores.

d)

They both mention a nap at the end.

15.

Passage 1

When cleaning your house, you should work from top to bottom. First, grab a ladder, and go outside to clean out the rain gutters and to wipe down windows. Then, go inside to dust the high shelves and light fixtures. Third, wipe down the bathroom surfaces, and wash the dishes. Finally, sweep the porch, and vacuum bathroom surfaces, and wash the dishes. Finally, sweep the porch, and vacuum the rugs. When you are all done, take a nice long nap.


Passage 2

When cleaning your house, start with the easiest chores, and move to the hardest. First, wash the dishes. Next, dust the shelves and vacuum the rugs. Then, if you have enough energy left, wipe down the windows, the bathroom surfaces, and the light fixtures. Finally, go outside to clean out the rain gutters and to sweep the porch.


How are the narrator's points of view similar in these two passages?

a)

Both are told from a female point of view.

b)

Both narrators view keeping your house tidy as important.

c)

They both think the porch should be the cleanest part of a house.

d)

They both think housework is stupid.

16.
Which statement supports the idea that dogs are protective.
a)
My dog, Buddy, wags his tail when he sees me.
b)
My dog, Buddy, barks at intruders who may be in my home.
c)
My dog, Buddy, watches the squirrels from the window.
d)
My dog, Buddy, runs around when every he goes outside.
17.
Cats have sharp teeth so they can eat and tear meat.
a)
This supports the idea that cats enjoy a treat.
b)
This supports the idea that a cat's body is adapted for eating meat.
c)
This supports the idea that all mammals are meat eaters.
d)
This supports the idea that cats can grow to be up to 25 pounds and 22 inches high.
18.
Which statement supports the idea that people who are happy, often smile.
a)
Jill was disappointed with the gift.
b)
Jill thought the party was at 2 pm.
c)
Jill seemed happy and smiled as she greeted the guests to the party.
d)
Jill had already gotten an itunes gift card from someone else.
19.
I have played lacrosse for four years and have all my own equipment.
a)
This supports the idea that lacrosse is expensive.
b)
This supports the idea that lacrosse is an unusual sport.
c)
This supports the idea that I like to play lacrosse.
d)
This supports the idea that there are many different sports that use a stick and ball.
20.
Which statement supports the idea that wearing a helmet while on a motorcycle is a safe thing to do?
a)
Helmets can be awkward and uncomfortable.
b)
The type of helmet a person wears is their choice.
c)
Helmets prevent major head damage in case of an accident.
d)
Helmets are not required in two states.
21.
Apparently, an elephant's nose is not only the longest but also better than any other animal.
a)
This supports the idea that an animal's sense of smell is much stronger than a human's.
b)
This supports the idea that dog's can smell their owner from up to  a mile  away.
c)
This supports the idea that rats can smell food from over 300 yards away.
d)
This supports the idea that humans often have memories associated with smells.
22.
At one time there were 60 million buffalo living on the great plains.
a)
This supports the idea that buffalo used to be plentiful on the plains but were over hunted.
b)
This supports the idea that the Native Americans relied on buffalo.
c)
This supports the idea that buffalo are a part of life on the plains today.
d)
This supports the idea that Buffalo could be domesticated like the cow.
23.
Which statement supports the idea that children benefit from getting  9 hours of sleep per night?
a)
Children who sleep less than 9 hours will be tired.
b)
Children who sleep less than 9 hours struggle to complete tasks in the morning.
c)
When children sleep at least 9 hours each night, they will not be late for school in the morning.
d)
When children sleep at least 9 hours each night, they're brain shows the most growth per year.
24.
The teacher was appalled, or disgusted, by the honey covered homework the student turned in.
a)
pleased 
b)
surprised
c)
frustrated
d)
disgusted
25.
Since Amanda deferred her vacation, she was able to accomplish more at work first.
a)
advanced
b)
cancelled
c)
delayed
d)
expedited 
26.
Unlike my frugal mother, I don't shop bother shopping at sales or clipping coupons. 
a)
careful
b)
thrifty
c)
careless
d)
wasteful
27.
Like the winners at the Olympics, I received accolades from my parents for good grades.
a)
rejection
b)
shock
c)
disapproval
d)
praise
28.
Jeffery decided to sever his friendship with his rude neighbor.
a)
separate
b)
clean
c)
serve
d)
confirm
29.
These could make bees more vulnerable so that diseases and pests can harm them more easily.
a)
weak
b)
helpful
c)
recognized
d)
ruled out
30.
Each student was allotted two tickets to the game.
a)
allowed
b)
joyful
c)
taken 
d)
fed
31.
Teenagers tend to be belligerent when arguing with their parents.
a)
peaceful
b)
warlike
c)
simple
d)
calm
32.
We often travel to Missouri in the fall to see the bright colors of the fall foliage.
a)
leaves
b)
hurricane
c)
plant
d)
snow
33.
It has been an extremely brutal summer with very hot temperatures.
a)
harsh
b)
windy
c)
gentle 
d)
pleasant 
34.
She offered a feeble excuse for her late work and they could tell she wasn't telling the truth.
a)
truthful
b)
excellent
c)
weak
d)
unhealthy
35.
Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc.
a)
type of plastic
b)
mixture of metals
c)
kind of sword
d)
kind of liquid
36.
The continents are slowly drifting apart. Since they are not stationary, North and South America will one day separate entirely. 
a)
paper to write letters
b)
land
c)
staying in one place
d)
melting slowly
37.
Suzy was making jam. When she finished filling the jars and putting on the lids, she used paraffin to make sure no air would enter the jar.
a)
juice from fruit
b)
wax used for sealing
c)
paper
d)
hot water
38.
The mummies of Egypt are very old. So people think the Egyptians had special ways of embalming. Actually, it was the dry air that helped them preserve the dead.
a)
making pyramids
b)
keeping the dead from decaying
c)
keeping things alive
d)
keeping things from smelling bad
39.
Which magazine title is punctuated correctly?
a)
"Ranger Rick"
b)
Ranger Rick 
40.
Which newspaper title is punctuated correctly?
a)
My Weekly Reader
b)
"My Weekly Reader"
41.
Which article title is punctuated correctly?
a)
"All About Ants"
b)
All About Ants
42.
Which song title is punctuated correctly?
a)
America, the Beautiful
b)
"America, the Beautiful"
43.
Which poem title is punctuated correctly?
a)
"Rain in the City"
b)
Rain in the City
44.

Which option shows correct punctuation for a book title?

a)

The Giver

b)

"The Giver"

45.

Which shows correct punctuation for a movie?

a)

Ice Age

b)

"Ice Age"

46.

Which statement is true?


a)

Shorter works should be underlined and longer works should be capitalized and italicized.

b)

Shorter works should have quotation marks and longer works should be underlined or italicized.

c)

Shorter works should be italicized and longer works should be underlined and have quotation marks.

d)

Shorter works should have quotation marks and longer works should be highlighted and italicized.

47.

All of the following are longer works except for ______.

a)

books

b)

plays

c)

poems

d)

magazines

48.

All of the following are shorter works except for ______.

a)

chapters

b)

episodes

c)

poems

d)

albums

49.

Which of the following is punctuated correctly?

a)

poem: “The Wind”

b)

book: “Underworld Kingdom”

c)

play: “Captain Solar System”

d)

series: "Cat and Mouse"

50.
Find the preposition:
Before dinner, Landen went to the store.
a)
dinner
b)
went
c)
before
d)
store
51.
Find the preposition:
Isaiah sat on his new bike.
a)
sat
b)
on
c)
his
d)
new
52.
Find the preposition:
Under a shady tree, Joseph rested.
a)
shady
b)
tree
c)
under
d)
rested
53.
Determine if the green word is a preposition, conjunction, or interjection:
Uh-Oh, are you sure this is where we should be right now?
a)
Conjunction
b)
Preposition
c)
Interjection
54.
Determine if the green word is a preposition, conjunction, or interjection:
I am excited because I am going on vacation.
a)
Conjunction
b)
Preposition
c)
Interjection
55.
Determine if the green word is a preposition, conjunction, or interjection:
Can you please place the box next to the table?
a)
Conjunction
b)
Preposition
c)
Interjection
56.
Determine if the green word is a preposition, conjunction, or interjection:
Wow! What a pleasant surprise.
a)
Conjunction
b)
Preposition
c)
Interjection
57.
Determine if the green word is a preposition, conjunction, or interjection:
The birds flew over the trees.
a)
Conjunction
b)
Preposition
c)
Interjection
58.
Determine if the green word is a preposition, conjunction, or interjection:
The poster was created by staff and volunteers.
a)
Conjunction
b)
Preposition
c)
Interjection
59.
The words AND, BUT, YET, SO are called 
a)
conjunctions
b)
prepositions
c)
adjectives
d)
adverbs
60.
A part of speech that shows emotions is called 
a)
conjunction
b)
preposition
c)
interjection
d)
verb
61.
What is the conjunction in this sentence:
I want to go to the fair and eat a bunch of cookies. 
a)
and
b)
bunch
c)
the
d)
of
62.
What is the conjunction in this sentence:
I would like a cheeseburger or a hot dog at dinner. 
a)
or
b)
at
c)
a
d)
like
63.
Find the preposition:
Before dinner, Landen went to the store.
a)
dinner
b)
went
c)
before
d)
store