Practice Test 4 - 4th Grade Reading
20 questions. Answer them in any order, then submit to see your score and every explanation.
- During science, Malik read present as a gift, and the meaning did not fit. The passage said: Our group will present our model of the solar system to the class. We will explain how the planets move. What in the context helps Malik confirm the correct meaning of present?
- To get the most reliable and up-to-date information about daily water intake for children, which source should Emma choose and why?
- Maya listened to the oral presentation; what key information did her paraphrase leave out?
- Based on the passage, which theme best fits the story?
- How does the author organize the information in this passage?
- In a performance of this scene, how should the actor say the line?
- How does the context help Nina figure out the correct meaning of read in the first sentence?
- A group of four 4th graders planned a presentation on animal adaptations. Each student was supposed to research one animal and bring three facts and notes. Jaden researched polar bears and wrote facts about blubber and fur. Priya researched camels and brought notes about storing fat and saving water. Eli forgot to research his animal and had no notes, so he couldn't share any evidence. The group had to spend time helping Eli instead of practicing the presentation. What happened because Eli was not prepared?
- Ben wants to choose the most environmentally friendly way to get to school daily. Which analysis best applies his research to his specific situation?
- Read this story excerpt: In the museum hallway, the floor shone like glass. A tall dinosaur skeleton stretched across the ceiling, its ribs curving like a cage. Nora held a paper guide and walked on tiptoes. When a guard's keys jingled, she stopped and listened. In a performance, what sound effect would match the text best?
- A student reads this sentence: 'The new playground equipment is definitely safer than the old equipment because it meets current safety standards.' What would the student need to know to determine if this is a fact or opinion?
- Read Passage 1 and Passage 2. Which passage is a secondhand account (written by someone who learned about it from sources)?
- How should Rachel BEST monitor her reading and adjust to improve her comprehension?
- Read this sentence: 'I can't believe it... it's real!' she gasped. When reading this sentence aloud, how should a reader handle the ellipsis?
- According to the passage, what caused the ditch to form on the hill?
- Which detail should be included in a summary of this story? Keisha tried to learn the recorder for music class. She squeaked many notes and wanted to quit. She practiced a little each evening, using slow finger moves. At the concert, she played the song smoothly and smiled.
- During a social studies debate, Keisha says, "I disagree because the text says a different year," and Chen replies, "You're wrong, stop talking." Which student is NOT using respectful disagreement?
- What can you learn from Passage 1 that you cannot learn from Passage 2?
- Read Passage 1 and Passage 2. How is the narrator's point of view different? Passage 1: I was carrying our class plant to the window when my shoe caught the rug. The pot tipped, and dirt spilled all over the floor. My cheeks burned, and I thought, Everyone is staring at me. I grabbed paper towels and started cleaning fast. Ms. Lopez told me, "Accidents happen," and I felt a little better. Passage 2: Jordan carried the class plant to the window and tripped on the rug. The pot tipped over, and soil spread across the floor. Jordan looked embarrassed and quickly got paper towels. Ms. Lopez spoke kindly and reminded the class that mistakes happen. The room grew quiet as Jordan finished cleaning.
- Based on the passage, what can you conclude about why archaeologists keep careful records?