Dave's mother says "Sometimes it's better to celebrate in private" because Dave

spends too much time talking about his award.

The reader can conclude from the story that Dave's mother is frowning because she

is concerned about Dave's friends' feelings.

Which sentence from the passage best shows that the children were having a good time?

"The kids sat playing cards, laughing, and telling stories."

Which sentence from the story shows that Ramona lives in a rural area?

"School was over by the time the country roads were clear."

Which part of the story suggests that Lisa has very little experience acting in school plays?

Lisa doesn't know if she can find time to do her homework.

Which sentence from the passage suggests that it was cold outside?

She pulled her hat down and shoved her hands in her pockets.

Which sentence best shows that Dave spends a lot of time talking about his award?

"For most of the evening, Dave was the center of attention."

What can the reader tell about people who sleep talk?

They do not know that they are talking in their sleep.

What is the effect of this description?

It shows the brightness of the lights.

Which sentence best supports that sleep talking is a sign that something is bothering a person?

Factors that increase sleep talking are stress and anxiety.

Which of the following sentences contains a simile?

"Victor walked off the field as proud as a peacock."

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Quarter 1 ELA Interim Assessment Review

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1
Dave's mother says "Sometimes it's better to celebrate in private" because Dave
has very few friends.
is ready for high school classes.
wins math awards all the time.
spends too much time talking about his award.
2
The reader can conclude from the story that Lisa is worried about the play because
her mother embarrasses her.
being an actress is hard work.
she wrote plays when she was younger.
she gets poor grades.
3
The reader can conclude from the story that Dave's mother is frowning because she
is not proud of him for winning the math award.
no longer wishes to celebrate Dave's accomplishments.
does not understand the importance of the math award.
is concerned about Dave's friends' feelings.
4
Which sentence from the passage best shows that the children were having a good time?
"Many words of thanks were expressed to Patrick's mom."
"She welcomed the dozen or so of them into the house."
"Patrick showed some of the others his electric guitar."
"The kids sat playing cards, laughing, and telling stories."
5
Which sentence from the story shows that Ramona lives in a rural area?
"School was over by the time the country roads were clear."
"Ramona grabbed her backpack and exited the warm bus."
"Patrick's mom set about making her guests comfortable."
"It was a morning and afternoon that no one would forget."
6
Which of the following sentences from the passage is a metaphor?
"He scored a touchdown for the team."
"Victor would wait anxiously to be called to play..."
"He was determined to score the most points for his team."
"Victor was a rock star!"
7
Which part of the story suggests that Lisa has very little experience acting in school plays?
Lisa wrote and performed plays when she was younger.
Lisa had a big smile on her face.
Lisa doesn't know if she can find time to do her homework.
Lisa was chosen to play a starring role.
8
Which sentence from the passage suggests that it was cold outside?
Phone calls were made and the group was told to stay put ...
Patrick . . . was happy for the delay from school.
She pulled her hat down and shoved her hands in her pockets.
Ramona [was] willing the bus to slide off, but it did not.
9
Why is sweat pouring from Ja-Mes' forehead?
because her feet are hot
because she missed school
because she is very tired
because she is very hot
10
Which line from the poem is an example of a simile?
How large unto the tiny fly
Must little things appear!—
The smallest grain of mustard-seed
A rosebud like a feather bed,
11
Which sentence best shows that Dave spends a lot of time talking about his award?
" 'Your Dad and I are very proud of you,' his mother said."
"Dave's parents had always taken an interest in his grades."
"They were always the first to congratulate him ..."
"For most of the evening, Dave was the center of attention."
12
What can the reader tell about people who sleep talk?
They feel least stressed or anxious while sleep talking.
They do not know that they are talking in their sleep.
They are most talkative when they are in deep sleep.
They will remember everything they said while sleeping.
13
What is the effect of this description?
It shows how the water below looked.
It shows how dark the bridge was.
It shows the shininess of the cars.
It shows the brightness of the lights.
14
Which sentence best supports that sleep talking is a sign that something is bothering a person?
More children are known to sleep talk compared to adults.
Factors that increase sleep talking are stress and anxiety.
While some sleep talkers carry on conversations, others...
Usually, sleep talking goes away in children when they ...
15
Which of the following sentences contains a simile?
"Victor walked off the field as proud as a peacock."
"Victor worked hard throughout the season."
"Coach Adams ... didn't think Victor was ready to play."
"During a Friday night game, Victor was called up to play."

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