Comparing Firsthand and Secondhand Accounts Practice Test

Read Passage 1 and Passage 2 about a town festival.

Passage 1: We walked into the park and smelled sweet kettle corn right away. I tried a ring toss game, and the bells jingled when I missed. My little sister got her face painted like a tiger, and she kept roaring. At the end, we watched fireworks sparkle over the trees.

Passage 2: The Maple Park Fall Festival was held on Saturday, October 15. Organizers said about 1,200 people attended, and 30 booths sold food and crafts. The schedule included games for kids, live music, and a fireworks show at 8:00 p.m. The festival raised money for new books at the town library.

What information is included in Passage 2 that is NOT in Passage 1?

Read Passage 1 and Passage 2 about a new library opening. Passage 1: I walked into the new library and smelled fresh paint and paper. The shelves looked shiny, and the carpet felt soft under my shoes. I whispered to my mom because the room seemed calm and special. I checked out a mystery book and held it close. Passage 2: The Riverbend Library opened on August 20 after six months of repairs. The building added 10 new computer stations and a larger children’s area, according to the library director. A ribbon-cutting ceremony started at 10:00 a.m., and the mayor spoke briefly. The library now stays open two evenings each week. Which sentence best compares the information in the two accounts?