Free Printable Reading Review

1.

Don't worry I'm sure it will only last temporarily. You won't have the flu forever.
What does the word temporarily mean in the sentence?

a)

As soon as possible

b)

For a short time

c)

When the time comes

d)

For as long as necessary

2.

What does "main idea" mean?

a)

What the author is trying to teach you

b)

What the text is mainly about

c)

The authors opinion of the text

d)

The title of the text

3.

What does "theme" mean?

a)

What the author is trying to teach you

b)

What is the most important details in the text

c)

How the author feels about the text

d)

The problem in the text

4.

Getting paid for good grades is sending a mixed message to our kids. By paying kids for getting A's, we are showing them that you should only work hard in life so that you can be rewarded with money. But this isn't always the case. Sometimes you should work hard , becausee it is the right and expected thing to do. You should be giving %100 of your effort in school because it is the responsible thing to do, not because you are getting paid for it. Students should be working hard to learn skills that will help them as an adult, not working hard for the purpose of making money. Working hard is just a part of life.
What is the author's point of view?

a)

We should pay students for good grades to teach them important life lessons.

b)

We shouldn't pay students for good grades, they should want to work hard because it is the right thing to do.

c)

Working hard is important.

d)

Being responsible is important.

5.

My family went to an all you can eat buffet at lunch time. My brother filled his plate three times and didnt leave a single crumb. I dont understand how he can gorge himself but never gain any weight.
What does the word gorge mean in the sentence?

a)

a narrow valley

b)

a mountain

c)

beautiful

d)

to eat greedily

6.

Our class play was yesterday. It went really well for the most part but I felt sorry for Colby. In the middle of the performance, he tripped and knocked over the microphone, which knocked over a stage prop below it. I know he didn't mean to bungle the play, but I'm sure he still felt really bad about it.
What does the word bungle mean in the passage?

a)

perform badly on a specific job

b)

complete a task succesfully

c)

make a mistake due to clumsiness

d)

a big forest

7.

Our trip to Mexico was here! First, we stopped at a small store in the airport to convert our dollars into pesos. That way, we would be able to buy whatever we needed in Mexico with their type of money.
What does the word convert mean in the passage?

a)

to change religions

b)

to adapt to something new

c)

to change money

d)

to accuse someone of something

8.

Which supporting detail would go with the main idea below?
Many animals learn behaviors that help them survive.

a)

The baby animal will watch its parent to learn how to hunt, play, and defend itself.

b)

Throughout this period of time, the animals’ bodies live off of this stored fat.

c)

Their limbs are paddle-like, allowing them to swim away from predators quickly.

d)

Food is extremely limited or scarce throughout winter months.

9.

Some turtles have abilities to reach their head all the way back to their tails to bite which is a form of protection. Their hard shells allow them protection from dangers in their environment or predators. Their limbs are paddle-like, allowing them to swim away from predators quickly.
What is the main idea of the passage?

a)

Hibernation helps animals survive during the winter

b)

Turtles have many physical features that help them survive

c)

many animals learn behaviors that help them survive

d)

Water animals are interesting

10.

Which supporting detail would go with the main idea below?
Hibernation helps animals survive during the winter.

a)

Birds will watch its mother to learn how to build a nest and where it is safe to do so

b)

Their limbs are paddle-like, allowing them to swim away from predators quickly

c)

Some turtles even have abilities to reach their head all the way back to their tails to bite which is a form of protection.

d)

Throughout this period of time, the animals’ bodies live off of this stored fat.

11.

Amy opened the door to the bathroom. “What is that dripping sound? Why is the carpet wet and squishy all around the bathtub? The rest of the carpet is dry. Oh no!”
What is the problem?

a)

The TV is broken.

b)

The bathtub is overflowing.

c)

There is no soap in the bathroom.

d)

The stove was left turned on.

12.

Infer means to look for _____________ in the story and use your knowledge.

a)

clues

b)

characters

c)

setting

d)

theme

13.

conversation between two people in the text

a)

enhance

b)

permament

c)

visualize

d)

dialouge

14.

In 2012, a group of scientists were exploring a rain forest in South America when, all of the sudden, they heard a familiar noise. It was the sound of frogs! When they shined their flashlights in the direction of the noise and found a tiny frog, the frog had large eyes and bright-green colored skin. However, it had one very interesting feature. The skin on its belly was so clear that the scientists could see its organs! Because it had transparent skin, the scientists knew it was a type of glass frog. They had never observed a frog like this in their previous research. “It was amazing,” said Charles Austin, one of the researchers who discovered the frog. “We had a feeling this was a species new to science.”

The author’s purpose in writing the paragraph above is to--

a)

explain why glass frogs have certain features.

b)

describe how scientists discovered a new species of frog.

c)

convince readers to help protect the glass frog’s environment.

d)

entertain the reader with fun facts about glass frogs.

15.

Have you ever wondered how we know about people who

lived in a long time ago? If people didn't leave behind any

written records, how do we know which languages they spoke, the type of food they ate, or what they wore for clothing? One of the methods we have for learning about the people who lived long ago is through archaeology. Archaeology is the study of past life through things that have been left behind. An archaeologist might discover jewelry, tools, or the bones of a human body! Each finding is like the piece to a puzzle. The archaeologist works to put these pieces together and create an idea of what life was like in ancient times.

The author may have included this picture in order to--

a)

provide an example of an the types of artifacts found by archaeologists.

b)

prove how talented people were in ancient times at creating and designing pottery.

c)

to show the type of clothing ancient people wore many years ago.

d)

to show how archaeologists rebuild artifacts by putting together pieces back together.

16.

"We need limits," said one parent in Dallas, Texas. He believes some books do not belong in school libraries. Many people say that books which have violence or bad words shouldn't be in schools. Some parents want the Hunger Games books removed because they include violence and adult themes. Some people say that parents know what is best for their kids and that they should have the right to decide which books should or should not be allowed in school libraries. Books should meet certain requirements before they are put in schools. If a book is not good for all kids, it should not be in a school library. Most parents don't have time to find out everything their kids are reading. They should be able to trust schools to do that for them.

What is the main idea of the selection above?

a)

Parents trust schools to use books that are good for kids.

b)

Books available in school libraries should contain material that is kid-friendly.

c)

Hunger Games books should be removed from schools because they contain violence.

d)

Parents should be able to decide which books are available in school libraries.

17.

Mountains and plains,

Allare captured by the snow--

Nothing remains.

Winter solitude--

In a world of one color

The sound of wind.

No sky at all;

No earth at all--and still

The snowflakes fall…

The snow is melting

And the village is flooded

With children.

Why does the author say the village is “flooded with children” in the final stanza of this poem?

a)

To show that the snow is melting into water and flooding the streets.

b)

to show that the snow is finally melting and children are coming outside to play.

c)

to show that children are coming out into the streets to play in the snow.

18.

Michael kicked the pile of leaves he had just finished raking in frustration. “Aw man, I’m never going to make it to the movies tonight,” he whined. As he started to tear up from anger, he looked over to his neighbor’s house. Teresa, a girl from school, happened to be outside, planting flowers. “Hey Teresa, what are you up to?” Michael asked, walking over to her yard. “Ugh, trying to plant these flowers as quickly as possible so I can go to the dance tonight.” Michael laughed and said, “I feel your pain. My uncle said that if I can’t rake up the leaves in the yard, then I can’t go to the movies.” They both shook their heads in annoyance.

“Hey! Why don’t you finish helping me plant the flowers, and I’ll help you rake the leaves! That way, we can get our work done twice as fast and surely make it to our destination tonight.” Michael pondered this idea for a short period of time and then said, “My uncle always says, ‘Two heads are better than one!’ Great thinking, Teresa!” Together, the two of them planted many flowers in the garden, then jetted over to Michael’s yard and raked up the leaves in record time. “Thank you so much for your help,” Michael yelled as he made his way inside to grab his wallet and head out the door.

What is the main message of the passage?

a)

Take shortcuts to get what you need in life.

b)

Teamwork can get the job done faster.

c)

Working together is always important.

d)

Always show your friends how thankful you are.

19.

Michael kicked the pile of leaves he had just finished raking in frustration. “Aw man, I’m never going to make it to the movies tonight,” he whined. As he started to tear up from anger, he looked over to his neighbor’s house. Teresa, a girl from school, happened to be outside, planting flowers. “Hey Teresa, what are you up to?” Michael asked, walking over to her yard. “Ugh, trying to plant these flowers as quickly as possible so I can go to the dance tonight.” Michael laughed and said, “I feel your pain. My uncle said that if I can’t rake up the leaves in the yard, then I can’t go to the movies.” They both shook their heads in annoyance.

“Hey! Why don’t you finish helping me plant the flowers, and I’ll help you rake the leaves! That way, we can get our work done twice as fast and surely make it to our destination tonight.” Michael pondered this idea for a short period of time and then said, “My uncle always says, ‘Two heads are better than one!’ Great thinking, Teresa!” Together, the two of them planted many flowers in the garden, then jetted over to Michael’s yard and raked up the leaves in record time. “Thank you so much for your help,” Michael yelled as he made his way inside to grab his wallet and head out the door.

Which sentence from the passage supports the theme?

a)

They raked up the leaves in record time!

b)

Thank you so much for your help!

c)

Two heads are better than one!

d)

Together, the two of them planted many flowers in the garden.

20.

Sally hopes her new boss is affable. Her old boss was very cold and grouchy, and it was impossible to talk to him.

a)

female

b)

friendly and polite

c)

unfriendly and impolite

d)

having many years of experience

Reading Review

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 58mins

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