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"Wind in the Willow" MAP Practice

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which sentence best summarizes paragraphs 1-2?

a)

Rat wakes up after a nap and realizes his friend is unable to help him with his poetry.

b)

Rat sleeps well in his warm home until a coal slips and makes a sound that startles him.

c)

Rat feels quite cozy in his home and falls asleep after working on completing some poetry verses.

d)

Rat wakes up after napping comfortably and wants help with his poetry, but he realizes his friend is

not there.

2.

CHOICE 1:

In paragraph 9, Rat’s character conveys a theme of [CHOICE 1] when he explains [CHOICE 2].

a)

a caring friendship

b)

a superstitious belief

c)

the habitat of river animals

3.

CHOICE 2:

In paragraph 9, Rat’s character conveys a theme of [CHOICE 1] when he explains [CHOICE 2].

a)

the names of other riverbank animals

b)

why he did not want Mole to go out alone

c)

the plants in the woods that are dangerous

4.

Which two details must be included in a summary of paragraphs 4-5?

a)

an umbrella stand

b)

an unanswered call

c)

a hallway in a home

d)

a pair of new galoshes

e)

a peg for hanging clothing

5.

Which quote helps to convey the central idea of a protective friendship?

a)

“‘I've been so frightened, you can't think!’” (paragraph 8)

b)

“‘I did my best to keep you from it.’” (paragraph 9)

c)

“Mole was greatly cheered by the sound of Rat's careless laughter, . . .” (paragraph 12)

d)

"So Mole got well into the dry leaves and stretched himself out, . . .” (paragraph 16)

6.

Part A:

Which phrase explains how Rat responds to the challenge of finding Mole?

a)

He courageously searches for him in the night.

b)

He wants his friend to help him with his poetry.

c)

He informs his friend about the bravery of other animals.

d)

He wonders if he should begin his adventure at nighttime.

7.

Part B:

Which quote best supports the answer in Part A?

a)

“. . . then looked round for Mole to ask him if he knew a good rhyme for something or other.”

(paragraph 1)

b)

“It was already getting toward dusk when he reached the first fringe of trees. . . .” (paragraph 6)

c)

“He made his way bravely through the length of the wood, . . .” (paragraph 6)

d)

“‘He wouldn't show his face here alone.’” (paragraph 11)

8.

How does Mole respond to Rat when he arrives in the hollow?

a)

He compares Rat to Badger and Otter.

b)

He tells Rat that he is afraid to continue their friendship.

c)

He listens to the wise words of his friend and apologizes for his actions.

d)

He asks if Rat will allow him to leave earlier than he had planned to leave.

9.

CHOICE 1:

A key detail for a summary of the passage is a [CHOICE 1] because it [CHOICE 2].

a)

a very cold night

b)

a cry that Rat hears

c)

a crackling fire in a home

10.

CHOICE 2:

A key detail for a summary of the passage is a [CHOICE 1] because it [CHOICE 2].

a)

leads Rat to his friend

b)

explains why Rat was sleeping so well

c)

provides the reason that Rat wants to read

11.

Which two details must be included in a summary of the passage?

a)

Rat dropped his verses.

b)

Rat followed Mole's footprints.

c)

Mole wore galoshes and a cap.

d)

Mole was happy to hear Rat laugh.

e)

Rat woke up and found Mole missing.

12.

What is a theme of the story?

a)

Learning new things will help us stay safe.

b)

Knowledge comes from not paying attention.

c)

Adventure comes during the cold weather months.

d)

Walking in the winter woods is safe when you are alone.

13.

Select the box for each word that describes Mole, Rat, or

both. Check for MOLE ONLY.

a)

caring

b)

experienced

c)

poetic

d)

young

14.

Select the box for each word that describes Mole, Rat, or

both. Check for RAT ONLY.

a)

caring

b)

experienced

c)

poetic

d)

young

15.

Select the box for each word that describes Mole, Rat, or

both. Check for BOTH ONLY.

a)

caring

b)

experienced

c)

poetic

d)

young