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Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 50mins
It was supposed to be a routine trip to the grocery store, but it changed my life forever. I wasn't even speeding, just cruising along the street I always take to market. I forgot to make a list, so I reached for my phone to send my wife a quick text asking if we had milk. I shouldn't have pulled my attention from the road. I'm lucky to be alive, but it's hard learning to walk again.
What can you infer?
The author forgot to buy milk.
The author's wife was mad.
The author was in a car wreck.
The author is recovering from an illness.
Lucy has a great life, but there will never be another Lucy on this earth. She lives in a zoo and is fed a healthy diet of grass, with berries as an occasional treat. Visitors come from across the world to observe Lucy and take a picture with her. She is the last Northern White Rhinoceros.
What can you infer?
The Northern White Rhinoceros will go extinct.
Rhinoceroses are reptiles.
Lucy will be returned to the wild.
The zoo is closing.
Elsa's eyes opened wide and she looked down. When the horror of the truth hit her, she squeezed her eyelids tight and wished it were all just a nightmare. She was standing in line forever, and now she was standing alone in a puddle. She was flush with embarrassment.
What can you infer?
Elsa is at a water park.
Elsa wet her pants.
Elsa spilled her drink.
Elsa is dreaming.
Tom adored his best friend Ava, but he didn't know how to reveal his crush to her. Jay, his best friend, suggested he ask her to the dance during the lunch period. When the lunch bell rang, Tom found Ava sitting alone, beaming and beautiful. "Hey Ava," he stammered, walking awkwardly toward her. When her eyes met his, Tom finally asked, "Will you go to the dance with me? As more than friends? I really like you and think you're amazing." Ava stared for a minute. As time went on Tom's heart sank and a knot developed in his stomach. Ava finally spoke. "Tom, I think of you like a brother."
What can you infer?
Ava declined Tom's invitation to the dance.
Ava chose to go with Tom to the dance.
Ava and Tom are siblings.
Ava went to the dance with Jay.
There was a murmur in the cafeteria Monday morning before class. Several students noticed Mr. Phillips's car wasn't in the usual spot, and he was NEVER late. He wasn't with the other fifth grade teachers when students were dismissed to class either. His classroom door was open and light poured out, though. The students approached, but heard an unfamiliar voice talking with the school's principal.
What can you infer?
Mr. Phillips is at work.
Mr. Phillips has a substitute teacher.
Mr. Phillips is unpredictable.
Mr. Phillips went on vacation.
Duke is the best dog ever. My mom and dad had him before I was born, and he's been my protector ever since. I use him as a pillow when I read on rainy days. Duke runs with me with when spring fills the yard with blossoms. Yesterday he wouldn't eat his food, so mom took him to the vet this morning. I'm hopeful he's feeling better and can't wait to get off this bus. When I burst through the front door, my mom is on the phone and she's crying. She looks at me and says, "I'm so sorry baby." Then she scoops me into her arms to comfort me.
What can you infer?
Duke is recovering at the vet.
Duke has died.
Duke was adopted by a new family.
Duke will eat a new dog food.
I love sweets. I think that's why my Grandmother calls me Sweetie. I like chocolate, gummies, ice cream, cake, pie, sour candy, hard candy, soft candy. I like everything sweet. I especially like the sweets at the new frozen yogurt shop. I went with mom this morning and loaded my cup with all my sugary favorites. Something was off this time, though. When I took my first bite, it hurt in my tooth. In fact, I couldn't even eat my treat the pain was so bad.
What can you infer?
The author is switching to veggies only.
The frozen yogurt was spoiled.
The author has a cavity.
The flavors were mixed poorly.
Billy whistled as he walked into school. He felt pretty good for a Friday morning - until he got science class. Billy took his time walking from the bathroom and was 2 minutes late to class. When he walked in, the room was dead silent. The teacher gave a scowl and Billy sulked into his chair. When Ms. Tompkins plopped the test in front of him, Billy panicked. He slowly picked up his pencil and stumbled through the content.
What can you infer?
Billy loves science class.
Billy's teacher is mean.
Billy did not study for his science test.
Billy is sick.
I LOVE to read. I especially love to read on rainy days. Saturday afternoon was one of those days. Dark clouds rolled in after lunch. I got my newest book and a comfy pillow. I set up next to the window and read away as the patter of raindrops hit the glass. After a while a the patter became a smattering, though. I ran to find my sister and the lights flickered. I finally found her crying in bed - and then darkness hit.
What can you infer?
A storm disrupted power service.
The author fell asleep.
The author was reading the Wizard of Oz.
The author is babysitting.
I consider myself a bit of a daredevil. I was the only kid to climb the rock wall in less than a minute at summer camp. I held a tarantula without freaking out. I even tasted fried grasshoppers at the culinary expo. When billy dared me to jump the sewer the ditch on my bike, I took the challenge without hesitation. "That's a weak dare, bro," I laughed. I gave myself enough distance to build up speed and pedaled toward the ditch. The breeze felt right against my face and I easily went flying. My landing, however, was quite mucky and smelly.
What can you infer?
The author always wins.
The author landed in the sewer ditch.
Billy tricked the author.
Always ride downwind from the sewer.
