Free Printable Review: Purpose, Theme, Main Idea

1.

The Giant Sequoia trees are the largest living things on earth because they are among the tallest and are the biggest in width. The Coastal Redwoods of California are taller than the Giant Sequoias. However, the sequoia trees have much larger trunks and branches in width. Coastal Redwoods may grow 1 to 2 feet per year until they reach a height of 250 to 350 feet.

a)

Giant Sequoia and Coastal Redwood trees are the largest living things on earth.

b)

Sequoia trees have larger trunks than the Coastal Redwoods.

c)

Coastal Redwoods can grow 1 t0 2 feet per year.

d)

People can drive through Coastal Redwood trees

2.

Mars is named after the ancient Roman god of war because of the red planet's bloody color. The ancient Greeks named the fourth planet from the sun after their god of war, Ares. Other civilizations gave the planet names based on its color. For example, the Egyptians named it "Her Desher," meaning “the red one”, while ancient Chinese astronomers dubbed it “the fire star.”

a)

Mars is the fourth planet from the sun.

b)

Ancient Chinese dubbed the planet “the fire star”.

c)

The many names given to Mars are because of its color.

d)

Mars may have some living creatures on it.

3.

Both male (bulls) and female (cows) giraffes can live to about 25 years (even longer in captivity). But even the world’s tallest animal has enemies. Giraffes mortality rates vary based on the number of natural predators. Adult male giraffes are predated mainly by lions, while younger adults and calves are particularly vulnerable to hyenas, leopards, wild dogs, and crocodiles.

a)

Male giraffes are called bulls.

b)

The life expectancy of a giraffe is about 25 years, but they have many predators.

c)

Calves are vulnerable to crocodiles.

d)

Giraffes really don’t have many predators.

4.

Angel Falls is a waterfall in the Guiana Highlands of Southeastern Venezuela. At 3,210 feet (975 meters), Angel Falls is the highest waterfall in the world- about 20 times higher than Niagara Falls! The falls were discovered in 1935 by the American aviator and prospector James Angel. Angel Falls is one of Venezuela's top tourist attractions, though a trip to the falls can be difficult because the falls are located in an isolated jungle.

a)

James Angel was an aviator that discovered the waterfalls

b)

Angel Falls is the highest waterfall in the world, and is a tourist attraction.

c)

Niagara Falls is a waterfall too.

d)

People enjoy visiting Angel Falls, even with the difficult journey.

5.

Lightning is an electric current. A lightning flash is no more than one inch wide. The temperature of a lightning flash is between 15,000 to 60,000 degrees Fahrenheit (that's hotter than the surface of the sun at 9,000 degrees). A stroke of lightning moves about 62,000 miles per second. What we see as a flash of lightning may actually be three or four different strokes in exactly the same place, one right after another. That's why lightning seems to flicker. The Guinness Book of World Records lists Roy Sullivan of Virginia as the human being struck by lightning the most times- seven.

a)

Lightening is a very powerful force of nature.

b)

Lightning is awesome to watch but can be dangerous too.

c)

Lightning is much like the sun.

d)

Roy Sullivan was struck by lightning seven times.

6.

Money is pretty old but nobody knows exactly how old it is. Perhaps the oldest evidence of people using money is in the Code of Ur-Nammu. The Code of Ur-Nammu is a system of laws written around 2050 BC. That’s like 4,000 years ago! Many of Ur-Nammu’s laws carry fines, such as one stating that if a man is proven innocent of sorcery, his accuser must pay 3 shekels. This ancient document shows me two things: Ur-Nammu didn’t tolerate false witch-hunts, and money is very old.

a)

Money is an old system that dates back around 2050 BC.

b)

The Code of Ur-Nammu had very interesting laws.

c)

Sorcery was a bad thing to be accused of in ancient ties.

d)

Three shekels was a lot of money to ancient people.

7.

Which of the following is an example of THEME?

a)

Carry your laptops with two hands at all times.

b)

Cereal is the healthiest food you can eat.

c)

How much wood a woodchuck could chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood.

d)

Life is short; make the most of it.

8.

The best definition of theme is...

a)

The lesson the author is teaching.

b)

The message the author is sending.

c)

A word that summarizes the story.

d)

The character's main problem.

9.

Money Mark was born rich. He never had to work a day in his life and he got everything handed to him on a silver platter. When he was six, Money Mark wanted to go to a basketball game. His father paid the starting five of the Bulls and Celtics to play a private game of Nerf-ball in Money Mark’s bedroom. When Money Mark turned thirteen, he wanted to start a band. His father hired the Rolling Stones to play with him every Saturday at the family’s private concert hall, though his family was never there. By the time he was twenty-one, Money Mark was bored with life. He was surrounded by a bunch of possessions that he didn’t appreciate and Money Mark could find nothing new or exciting in his life. Despite his vast wealth, Money Mark never found happiness. Penny Petal was born poor. Her family hardly had anything to eat, but they loved each other. Penny Petal appreciated every thing she got. When she was six, her father walked her around the United Center before the Bulls played the Celtics. She was excited by the crazy fans and feeling in the air. She looked forward to the day that she could see a real game. When she was thirteen, she learned to play the buckets. She was an extremely talented musician, a natural percussionist, and everyone on the block loved the rhythms that poured from her palms. By the time she was twenty-one, Penny was a successful businesswoman. Now she had everything that she had ever dreamed of and she truly loved to share her wealth and happiness with her family who supported her through all of the hard times.What is theme of this story?

a)

Money doesn't buy happiness

b)

Penny is a coin

c)

Mark is a spoiled person.

d)

The theme is money doesn't buy happiness

10.

Kim had gone through her closet with her mom over the weekend. She remembered a new girl at school who always seemed to wear the same pants over and over. Kim wondered what she could do with the clothes. She handed the new girl a bag as she passed her in the hallway. What is the theme of the story?

a)

sacrifice is difficult sometimes

b)

it's better to give than to receive

c)

friendship is the most important thing in life

d)

it's important to be honest

11.

Dribbling is a fundamental soccer skill. You can master it by first learning how to make gentle contact, or "touch," with the ball. When players use gentle touches, they contact the ball more often, which leads to greater control. Another key to controlling the ball is keeping it close to your feet, or "shielding." This makes it harder for other players to intercept the ball.

Now you're ready to dribble. Begin by gently passing the ball back and forth using the insides of your feet. Remember to keep your head up while dribbling so you know where you are on the field. With time and practice, you'll gain speed and control.

Which author's purpose is suggested by the text?

a)

to convince readers that dribbling takes practice

b)

to teach readers how to dribble a soccer ball

12.

Review the text.

Dribbling is a fundamental soccer skill. You can master it by first learning how to make gentle contact, or "touch," with the ball. When players use gentle touches, they contact the ball more often, which leads to greater control. Another key to controlling the ball is keeping it close to your feet, or "shielding." This makes it harder for other players to intercept the ball.

Now you're ready to dribble. Begin by gently passing the ball back and forth using the insides of your feet. Remember to keep your head up while dribbling so you know where you are on the field. With time and practice, you'll gain speed and control.

Which best shows that the author's purpose is to teach readers how to dribble a soccer ball?

a)

The author lists specific steps that the readers should take turns to learn how to dribble a soccer ball.

b)

The author argues that dribbling is a fundamental soccer skill.

13.

Read the text.

Wildgrove High School's annual arts festival will take place June 1 at the Wildgrove Performing Arts Center. On display will be paintings, sculpture, collages, and drawings. In addition to these works of art, which will remain on display for one year, the festival will feature several music events. A special guest will perform a violin solo, and more than three hundred students will perform a variety of instrumental and vocal selections.

Which author's purpose is suggested by the text?

a)

to inform readers about the arts festival

b)

to explain how to get to the arts festival

14.

Review the text.

Wildgrove High School's annual arts festival will take place June 1 at the Wildgrove Performing Arts Center. On display will be paintings, sculpture, collages, and drawings. In addition to these works of art, which will remain on display for one year, the festival will feature several music events. A special guest will perform a violin solo, and more than three hundred students will perform a variety of instrumental and vocal selections.

Which best shows that the author's purpose is to inform readers about the arts festival?

a)

The author highlights a contrast between visual arts and music events.

b)

The author provides facts about the festival, including the date, location, and types of art.

15.

Read the text.

I first went to Mary's Hairy Salon a few months ago. Oh my gosh, was I impressed! Unlike other hairdressers, who pretend to hear you explain what you want and then just start cutting away, Mary really listened. I showed her a picture of the style I wanted, and that is exactly what I got. She took the time to get acquainted with my hair, and she was very knowledgeable. And one of the best parts? It was affordable. For someone whose hair needs maintenance every six weeks or so, that makes all the difference. I highly recommend Mary!

Which author's purpose is suggested by the text?

a)

to persuade readers to try Mary's Hairy Salonto

b)

inform readers about Mary's Hairy Salon

Review: Purpose, Theme, Main Idea

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 17mins

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