Passage: On their first visit to the city library, Jonas dragged his feet and muttered that the building was too big. Mia glanced at the map by the door, then slowed her steps so Jonas could read the map, too. "We'll figure it out together," she said, pointing toward the children's room. When he lost track of the aisle numbers, Mia circled back with him instead of rushing ahead. By the time they reached a table, Jonas had stopped frowning and started whispering questions about the comics shelf. Mia smiled when he pointed out a sign he recognized, and she let him choose the first book.

Student draft: Mia is patient and helps Jonas adapt to the new library. She doesn't tease him or hurry him, which makes him feel calmer. To prove this, I should add a sentence from the passage here: [evidence needed].

Which sentence best uses evidence from the passage to support the student's idea?

Passage: At Maple School, teachers turned a sunny corner into a small garden. The principal explained that gardens help students learn science because they can test ideas outside the textbook. In spring, fifth graders compared how fast three kinds of beans sprouted. They logged daily changes in a shared notebook, measured sunlight with simple tools, and made predictions about which plants would climb the tallest. One teacher noted that students who rarely spoke in class debated why one row grew faster after a cloudy week. Families also stopped by after school to water and to sample a few leaves of basil, saying it tasted like summer.

Student draft: The author argues that school gardens make science learning more hands-on. I need to include a detail that shows students actually did science work in the garden: [evidence needed].

Which detail from the passage best supports the student's idea?

Passage: On the morning of the kite festival, Amara tugged the string and frowned at the crooked tail. "The wind's jumpy today," Mr. Lee said, squinting at the sky. Amara wanted to run right away, but when the kite stumbled, she stopped, untied the ribbons, and retied them one by one. Mr. Lee, meanwhile, planted his feet and tested the gusts by letting the string slip a little, then pulling it back, counting under his breath. When the breeze steadied, Amara sprinted and laughed; Mr. Lee only nodded and walked forward slowly, guiding the kite like he was steering a boat.

Student draft: Amara and Mr. Lee both pay attention to the wind, but they respond in different ways. I should add a sentence that proves how each one handles the wind differently: [evidence needed].

Which sentence best uses evidence from the passage to support the student's comparison?

Passage: Cities trap heat on bright days, but planting and protecting trees can help. The author points out that leaves cast shade, keeping sidewalks from heating up. In one neighborhood, volunteers compared two playgrounds at the same time of day: the bare yard's metal slide was too hot to touch, while the yard with tall trees stayed comfortable. A community scientist also held a thermometer above bare asphalt and then under a maple tree; the shaded reading was much lower. Trees also slow hot winds and provide places to rest.

Student draft: The author's point is that trees cool cities, and the author supports this point with specific evidence. I need to add a sentence that matches this point with the correct evidence: [evidence needed].

Which sentence best matches the author's point with the correct evidence?

Excerpt: Leo tapped his foot at the trailhead. "We don't need the map; the trail marks are obvious," he said. Maya unfolded the creased paper and traced a line with her finger. "If we skip this turn, we'll miss the creek overlook." The sky was bright, but the path split in a tangle of roots. Leo charged left. Maya called, "Wait—here!" She steadied the compass, checked the sign hidden behind a fern, and pointed right. They followed a narrow switchback that climbed until the trees opened. A silver ribbon of water flashed below the cliff. Leo laughed, breathless. "Okay, cartographer, you win." Maya smiled but kept the map in her hands, guiding them to a sunlit rock where they could sit and hear the rushing creek. Student draft: In this story, Maya's careful planning helps the friends find the best spot to see the creek. [ADD EVIDENCE FROM THE PASSAGE]. This shows that paying attention to details matters.

Which sentence best uses evidence from the passage to support the student's idea?

Excerpt: Community gardens can do more than brighten a block. In shaded plots, soil stays cooler and reduces heat reflected from sidewalks. A city survey of thirty gardeners found that, after a season, participants reported eating vegetables four more times per week than before. One resident said, "When I bring home greens I grew, my kids actually try them." The gardens also attract helpful insects; a local science club counted twice as many pollinators near flowering beds as on nearby streets. While grocery stores can be far from some neighborhoods, a shared garden lets neighbors harvest basil, tomatoes, and cucumbers within a short walk. Volunteers meet on Saturdays, trading tips and recipes, which helps new growers feel welcome and stick with healthy habits. Student draft: The author argues that community gardens improve people's health. [ADD EVIDENCE FROM THE PASSAGE]. This proves the gardens change what people eat.

Which sentence best uses evidence from the passage to support the student's idea?

Excerpt: On opening night in the school gym, the metal chairs squeaked as families settled in. Janel waited behind the curtain, her hands trembling. The polished floor shone with taped lines for games. When the curtain pulled, a row of lights warmed her face and chased the shadows from the stage. Her little brother waved wildly from the second row. Janel took a breath. The gym's high ceiling made a soft echo, and her first words sounded bigger than she felt. As the scene went on, she focused on the glow of the lights and the steady rhythm of her footsteps on the scuffed floor. By the final line, her voice was clear, and the applause rolled like gentle thunder. Student draft: The setting of the gym helps Janel gain confidence as she performs. [ADD EVIDENCE FROM THE PASSAGE]. This suggests the place supports her success.

Which sentence best uses evidence from the passage to support the student's idea about setting?

Excerpt: In the windy hills outside a small town, new turbines began turning last spring. Some neighbors worried about birds. The energy team worked with a wildlife group to study flight paths. They learned that most birds crossed low over a nearby wetland at dawn and dusk. In response, the team shifted several planned towers one mile away from the wetland and paused the others during peak migration hours. The next year, the county's monitoring reports showed 60 percent fewer recorded bird strikes compared to the year before. A camera placed on a ridge also captured fewer flocks near the turbines. Meanwhile, the project still produced enough electricity to power the local school and library, showing that careful choices could protect wildlife while meeting energy needs. Student draft: The author argues that placing turbines carefully can reduce harm to birds. [ADD EVIDENCE FROM THE PASSAGE]. This shows planning matters.

Which sentence best uses evidence from the passage to support the student's idea?

Excerpt: As we walked toward the new house, Mia bounced ahead, making a list of all the parks to explore. She pointed at the corner store and whispered about trying every snack. Mia said, "I bet there's a trail by the creek," already plotting Saturday plans. Leo, meanwhile, lagged behind and tugged Mom's sleeve, his backpack bumping his knees. Inside the empty living room, Mia flung open the curtains to let the bright afternoon in. The echo made Mia laugh; Leo flinched at the hollow sound. Leo stayed near the doorway, quiet, eyes on the scuffed floorboards. When a neighbor waved from the porch and told a quick story about a friendly dog down the street, Leo's shoulders loosened, but he still kept one hand on Mom's coat.

Student draft: The author shows that Mia and Leo feel differently about moving. Mia is excited, but Leo is nervous and unsure. [Add evidence from the text here.]

Which sentence best uses evidence from the passage to support the student's idea?

Excerpt: Many gardeners want to help pollinators, but the flowers they choose matter. Native plants, which evolved with local bees and butterflies, bloom when those insects are most active and often provide richer nectar. Their deeper roots also help yards need less water in summer heat. In a city parks study, yards with mostly native flowers got about 30 percent more bee visits than yards planted with imported ornamentals. Bright, imported blossoms can be eye-catching, but some produce little nectar or bloom at the wrong times for local species. Planting native flowers in window boxes and school gardens is a simple step that supports pollinators where they live.

Student draft: The author claims native plants help local bees more than imported ornamentals because of how they are adapted. [Add evidence from the text here.]

Which detail best supports the student's idea?