3rdhm-theme3-sel3-raising Dragons CST Formatted Test
This is a third grade selection test for the HM Theme 3-Sel3 Raising Dragons story in the CST format.
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Read this sentence from the story.One morning with Samson, our mule, hitched for work, Pa set out to plow the fields.What does the word plow mean in this sentence?
- A.
Run over
- B.
To turn over dirt
- C.
Play
- D.
Work
Correct Answer
B. To turn over dirtExplanation
In this sentence, the word "plow" means to turn over dirt. This is indicated by the context of the sentence, where Samson the mule is hitched for work and Pa is setting out to plow the fields. Plowing involves using a plow, a farming tool, to break up and turn over the soil in order to prepare it for planting.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Read this sentence from the story. When Ma harvested her tomatoes, Nancy Akins bought some. In this sentence, you can tell that harvested means
- A.
Planted seeds
- B.
Autumn
- C.
Everyday job
- D.
Picked and brought in a crop
Correct Answer
D. Picked and brought in a cropExplanation
In this sentence, the word "harvested" is used to describe what Ma did with her tomatoes. The phrase "picked and brought in a crop" accurately captures the meaning of "harvested" as it implies that Ma collected the ripe tomatoes from her garden and brought them inside. This explanation aligns with the context of the sentence and the general understanding of what it means to harvest a crop.Rate this question:
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- 3.
At the beginning of the story, why was Pa afraid of the egg?
- A.
He wanted to sell it for a lot of money.
- B.
He wanted to keep it for himself.
- C.
He was going to give it back to the original owner.
- D.
He did not know what it was and wanted to protect the girl.
Correct Answer
D. He did not know what it was and wanted to protect the girl.Explanation
Pa was afraid of the egg because he did not know what it was and wanted to protect the girl. This suggests that Pa was concerned about the potential danger or harm that the egg could pose to the girl. It implies that Pa's fear was rooted in his desire to keep the girl safe and prevent any harm from coming to her.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Read this sentence from the story. When I saw Hank playing run-and-fly-and-chase, I knew he had found the perfect place to be. Which two words from this sentence can be spelled differently and have a different meaning?
- A.
Knew, be
- B.
Fly, be
- C.
When, knew
- D.
Saw, found
Correct Answer
A. Knew, beExplanation
The words "knew" and "be" can be spelled differently and have a different meaning. "Knew" can be spelled as "new" which means something that is recently made or discovered. "Be" can be spelled as "bee" which refers to an insect that collects nectar from flowers.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Why did Hank give the girl dragon eggs at the end of the story?
- A.
There was no room on the island.
- B.
He wanted her to sell them.
- C.
He knew the family needed help at the farm.
- D.
He knew she would do a great job of caring for and raising dragons.
Correct Answer
D. He knew she would do a great job of caring for and raising dragons.Explanation
Hank gave the girl dragon eggs at the end of the story because he knew she would do a great job of caring for and raising dragons. This implies that the girl had shown some qualities or skills that made Hank confident in her abilities to take care of the dragons. It also suggests that Hank believed the girl would be responsible and committed to the task, ensuring the well-being and development of the dragons.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How should the word appetite be divided into syllables?
- A.
App-et-ite
- B.
App-etite
- C.
Ap-pe-tite
- D.
App-e-tite
Correct Answer
C. Ap-pe-titeExplanation
The correct answer is "ap-pe-tite" because each syllable is divided based on the vowel sounds in the word. The "a" in "ap" is the first syllable, the "e" in "pe" is the second syllable, and the "i" in "tite" is the third syllable.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What two words do not have the same ending sound?
- A.
Squeeze, jeans
- B.
Judge, orange
- C.
Rock, quick
- D.
Courage, gym
Correct Answer
D. Courage, gymExplanation
The words "courage" and "gym" do not have the same ending sound. "Courage" ends with the sound /ɪdʒ/ while "gym" ends with the sound /m/.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Read this sentence from the story. Hank and I tended the crops, too. Which sentence is broken up correctly into subject and predicate?
- A.
Hank and / I tended the crops, too.
- B.
Hank and I tended / the crops, too.
- C.
Hank / and I tended the crops, too.
- D.
Hank and I / tended the crops, too.
Correct Answer
D. Hank and I / tended the crops, too.Explanation
The correct answer is "Hank and I / tended the crops, too." This sentence is broken up correctly into subject and predicate. The subject is "Hank and I," and the predicate is "tended the crops, too."Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which of the following words mean “ full of clouds?”
- A.
Cloudly
- B.
Cloudy
- C.
Cloudier
- D.
Cloudiest
Correct Answer
B. CloudyExplanation
The word "cloudy" means "full of clouds." It is an adjective that describes a sky or weather condition where there are many clouds present. The other options, "cloudly," "cloudier," and "cloudiest," are not valid words in the English language and do not have the same meaning as "cloudy."Rate this question:
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- 10.
Why did Hank eat things such as fish, frogs, eels and insect instead of beef, lamb, chicken and pork?
- A.
He was a picky eater.
- B.
He was a dragon and they don’t eat human food.
- C.
He didn’t like the girl’s mom’s cooking.
- D.
He had to have a special diet.
Correct Answer
B. He was a dragon and they don’t eat human food.Explanation
Hank ate things such as fish, frogs, eels, and insects instead of beef, lamb, chicken, and pork because he was a dragon and dragons don't eat human food.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Read this sentence from the story. He was a fire-breathing dragon, and he made sure he kept his temper whenever I was near.Why would Hank keep his temper under control around the girl?
- A.
He had to save it to pop the popcorn.
- B.
He did not have his fire yet.
- C.
He was scared to use it.
- D.
Because he cared for her and did not want to hurt her with his fire breath.
Correct Answer
D. Because he cared for her and did not want to hurt her with his fire breath.Explanation
Hank keeps his temper under control around the girl because he cares for her and does not want to hurt her with his fire breath. This suggests that Hank values the girl's safety and well-being, and is considerate of the potential harm he could cause with his fire-breathing abilities.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Read this sentence from the story. Growing to be as big as the barn from tail to snout.Which two words in this sentence are antonyms?
- A.
Growing, barn
- B.
Big, tall
- C.
Barn, snout
- D.
Tail, snout
Correct Answer
D. Tail, snoutExplanation
The two words in the sentence that are antonyms are "tail" and "snout". A tail is a part of an animal's body that extends behind its torso, while a snout is a part of an animal's body that extends in front of its mouth. These two body parts are located at opposite ends of an animal's body, making them antonyms.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What is the correct way to write “more strange?”
- A.
Strangely
- B.
Strangest
- C.
Stranger
- D.
Strangeing
Correct Answer
C. StrangerExplanation
The correct way to write "more strange?" is "stranger." This is because when comparing two things, the comparative form of the adjective "strange" is used, which is "stranger." "Strangely" is an adverb, "strangest" is the superlative form, and "strangeing" is not a correct form of the word.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Read this passage from the story. Up until then I had been afraid of the dark. The shadows and muffled noises and the complete quiet stillness always seemed to be waiting and watching me. What is the main idea of this selection?
- A.
The girl was nervous about being alone in the dark.
- B.
The girl was excited about going out at night time.
- C.
The girl couldn’t wait to go camping outdoors with the dragon.
- D.
The girl enjoyed night time.
Correct Answer
A. The girl was nervous about being alone in the dark.Explanation
The passage states that the girl had been afraid of the dark, and describes her fear of the shadows, muffled noises, and complete quiet stillness. This indicates that the main idea of the selection is that the girl was nervous about being alone in the dark.Rate this question:
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- 15.
How should the word harvested be divided into syllables?
- A.
Har-ves-ted
- B.
Harvest-ed
- C.
Harv-e-sted
- D.
Harv-est-ed
Correct Answer
A. Har-ves-tedExplanation
The word "harvested" should be divided into syllables as "har-ves-ted". Each syllable consists of one vowel sound followed by one or more consonant sounds. In this case, "har" is the first syllable, "ves" is the second syllable, and "ted" is the third syllable.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Something that is sown is
- A.
Thrown away.
- B.
Picked up.
- C.
Planted with seeds.
- D.
Made with needle and thread.
Correct Answer
C. Planted with seeds.Explanation
The correct answer is "planted with seeds." When something is sown, it refers to the action of planting seeds in the ground with the intention of growing plants. This term is commonly used in agriculture and gardening to describe the process of starting the growth of plants by placing seeds in the soil. Therefore, the correct answer is "planted with seeds."Rate this question:
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