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WorksheetsBenchmark 3 Test Practice
Total questions: 18
Worksheet time: 16mins
Read this sentence from the passage.
No sooner had she pulled out the bread and cheese than the trees rustled and out stepped a strange little man.
What is the main purpose of the sentence?
It contributes to the structure of the passage by shifting one scene to the next.
It contributes to the setting by revealing that the elder daughter is in a magical location.
It contributes to the theme by explaining why the elder daughter does not feel safe sharing her meal.
It contributes to the plot by introducing a new character who will influence future events in the passage.
Read this sentence from the passage.
"She gulped down every morsel before continuing along the trail."
What does the word morsel mean as it is used in the sentence?
amount
crumb
leftover
section
This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B.
Part A
What is a theme of the passage?
One cannot share from lack.
Those who give little receive little.
Worry, like hunger, makes the body weak.
Thankfulness, like a full belly, leads to satisfaction.
Part B
Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to the previous question?
Weak with worry, he called his two daughters to his sickbed and held out his last coins, saying, "Take these to the market and purchase new seeds to plant, or we shall surely starve."
"I've barely enough for myself," proclaimed the girl.
It appeared to be overflowing with goods for sale, but each time she approached a booth that offered seeds, the seller would shake his head and explain that he had just sold the last of his wares.
"Pray accept this token of my thanks," he said before disappearing into the woods.
How does the rapidly growing crop affect the father in the passage?
It restores his hope, which brings him back to good health.
It improved his mood, which motivated him to work harder.
It restores his health, which leads to wealth for generations.
It improves his faith, which motivates him to look for magic.
Which group of sentences best summarizes the passage?
A boy prepares himself to enter a classroom at his new school. Just as he is encouraging himself that he can handle it, the teacher announces a group project.
A boy prepares himself to enter a classroom at his new school. He has to do this often because his family is always moving due to his mother’s work.
A boy prepares himself to enter a classroom at his new school. In a predictable ending, he is surprised when he meets a friendly classmate.
A boy prepares himself to enter a classroom at his new school. He expects that being a new student will be rough. He is pleasantly surprised when he meets a friendly classmate.
Choose two sentences from the passage that show how Antoine changes his point of view about the kids at his new school at the end of the passage.
The teacher thrust a textbook into his hand and he opened it, pretending to read so he wouldn't have to look at everyone else looking at him.
I can handle this, he told himself again.
Desks scraped across the floor, voices called out eagerly, and feet scuffled and clomped.
Jason kept talking, his voice a lifeline.
Loud voices rose from the circle of desks, but now they sounded friendly, and two seats were waiting.
Choose two statements that are true about both "The Seeds" and "The New Kid."
Both passages include mythlike qualities.
Both passages have themes of historical importance.
Both passages include characters who act as heroes.
"The Seeds" is written as a legend, while "The New Kid" is realistic fiction.
"The Seeds" is completely made up, while "The New Kid" includes historically accurate facts.
Choose two theme statements that are reflected in both "The Seeds" and "The New Kid."
A little kindness can have a big effect. Things are not always what they seem. Rewards come to those with good hearts. True friendship lasts through many challenges. It is best to expect the worst and hope for the best.
Things are not always what they seem.
It is best to expect the worst and hope for the best.
Rewards come to those with good hearts.
A little kindness can have a big effect.
True friendship lasts through many challenges.
Choose two ways in which the definition of the term ludeme before the first paragraph contributes to the overall structure of the passage.
It directs the reader to learn new vocabulary to help with other tasks.
It creates a reference for the reader to find more information on the subject.
It allows the reader to explore the words in the passage and their meanings.
It focuses the topic of the passage on a concept that may be new to the reader.
It gives the reader a strong understanding of an unfamiliar term to reference throughout the passage.
Read this sentence from the passage.
In recent years, the evolution of electronic devices has unleashed an explosion of new games upon the world.
What is the meaning of unleashed as it is used in the sentence?
prevented
invented
released
liberated
This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B.
Part A
Read this sentence from the passage.
Ludemes set up some kind of problem for you to solve, or they confront you with a series of obstacles to overcome. In doing so, ludemes straddle the thin line that separates boredom from frustration.
What does the phrase "straddle the thin line that separates boredom from frustration" suggest about the role ludemes play?
Ludemes act as a wall that keeps one thing from taking over another.
Ludemes give you excitement and success by providing entertainment.
Ludemes maintain your interest but are not so difficult that you want to give up.
Ludemes stand with one foot on each side of a barrier that is there to keep two things apart.
Part B
Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to the previous question?
Games soak up an incredible amount of human time and effort.
They might, for instance, throw in a random element of chance.
There are game players, however, who seem to be immune to the ludemes' allure.
While you're trying to catch your breath, you'll understand why you tried so hard and why you care so much.
This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B.
Part A
Read these sentences from the passage.
Ludemes might spice things up a little by adding some unpredictable variation to their game play. They might, for instance, throw in a random element of chance. If everything goes according to plan, then ludemes will successfully capture your attention. They will make you crave them. You will agree to finish your math homework, practice the piano, unload the dishwasher, or do whatever it takes . . . just so you can get back in there and play that game!
Which word most closely matches the meaning of the word crave?
buy
desire
devour
pick
Part A:
Which word most closely matches the meaning of the word crave?
buy
desire
devour
pick
Part B
Which detail from the passage best supports the answer to the previous question?
. . . spice things up . . .
. . . random element of chance . . .
. . . capture your attention . . .
. . finish your math homework . . .
Which statement best expresses the author's point of view about the way ludologists see cheaters?
Ludologists want to create games in which cheaters like to play by the rules.
Ludologists are interested in understanding the feelings game players have about cheaters.
Ludologists are interested in understanding if cheaters invent new games when they break the rules.
Ludologists want to make cheaters understand why other players may not like what they do.
Read the sentences and answer the question that follows.
My mom's job is difficult. She finds it rewarding.
Which two transitions could be used to connect the sentences?
also
still
since
however
alternatively
