3rdhm-theme6-sel1-pepita Talks Twice CST Formatted Test
This is a third grade selection test for the HM Theme 6-Sel1 Pepita Talks Twice story in the CST format.
- 1.
Read this sentence from the story. And when she went into her own yard and found her brother Juan teaching Lobo to return a ball, the grumble grew so big that it exploded. In this passage, what is the grumble that Pepita is feeling?
- A.
Pepita wants to help other people, including Juan and Lobo.
- B.
She is tired from running home.
- C.
That she wants a snack after school.
- D.
That she does not want to speak both English and Spanish.
Correct Answer
D. That she does not want to speak both English and Spanish.Explanation
Pepita is feeling a grumble because she does not want to speak both English and Spanish.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Read this sentence from the passage. Pepita race by the grocery store that belong to Mr. Hobbs, but not fast enough. Which of the following shows the correct tense for the underlined verbs?
- A.
Was racing, was belong
- B.
Raced, belonged
- C.
Did raced, belonging
- D.
Was race, was belong
Correct Answer
B. Raced, belongedExplanation
The sentence is written in the past tense, so the correct tense for the underlined verbs should also be in the past tense. "Raced" and "belonged" are both past tense verbs, making them the correct choice.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which encyclopedia volume should the student use to find more information about dog training?
- A.
Volume I Aa-At
- B.
Volume IX Ce-Do
- C.
Volume XV Ou-Qu
- D.
Volume XVII Sh-Ta
Correct Answer
B. Volume IX Ce-DoExplanation
The student should use Volume IX Ce-Do to find more information about dog training. This volume covers topics starting with the letters Ce-Do, which would likely include information on dog training.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Read this sentence from the story. Pepita mumbled to herself, “It is not a wonderful thing at all, not when you have to speak twice.” Which answer gives the best meaning for the word mumbled as it is used in the sentence in the box?
- A.
Saying softly or unclearly
- B.
Saying something with emotion
- C.
Saying something loudly
- D.
Saying something angrily
Correct Answer
A. Saying softly or unclearlyExplanation
The word "mumbled" in the sentence suggests that Pepita is speaking softly or unclearly. This is supported by the phrase "not when you have to speak twice," implying that her words were not easily understood or heard.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Pepita is tired of speaking two languages. What would she MOST likely do if she could only speak English?
- A.
She would ignore the people speaking Spanish to her.
- B.
Pepita would pretend to talk Spanish.
- C.
She would try to remember Spanish words she had learned from other people.
- D.
Pepita pretend that she understood them then leave.
Correct Answer
C. She would try to remember Spanish words she had learned from other people.Explanation
If Pepita could only speak English, the most likely thing she would do is try to remember Spanish words she had learned from other people. This suggests that she values her ability to communicate in both languages and wants to maintain her knowledge of Spanish, even if she can only speak English. Ignoring people speaking Spanish to her or pretending to talk Spanish would not be effective ways for her to navigate her language barrier, and pretending to understand them and then leaving would not help her maintain her Spanish skills.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How should the word enchilada be divided into syllables?
- A.
En – chil – a - da
- B.
En – chil - ada
- C.
Ench – ila - da
- D.
En – chi – la - da
Correct Answer
D. En – chi – la - daExplanation
The word "enchilada" should be divided into syllables as "en-chi-la-da" because each syllable contains a vowel sound and the division follows the natural pronunciation of the word.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What word is not spelled correctly?
- A.
Purple
- B.
Littel
- C.
Travel
- D.
People
Correct Answer
B. LittelExplanation
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- 8.
Read the following passage. When Pepita walked into her yard after school, she found Lobo sleeping on the front porch. “Wolf, come here!” she called. “Wolf, wake up!” But he didn’t open an eye or even wiggle an ear. What can we infer from the above passage as to why Lobo didn’t answer Pepita?
- A.
Lobo was ignoring Pepita because she wouldn’t play with him.
- B.
Pepita wasn’t saying his name loud enough.
- C.
Lobo doesn’t speak English.
- D.
Lobo was Juan’s dog not Pepita’s.
Correct Answer
C. Lobo doesn’t speak English.Explanation
Lobo didn't answer Pepita because he doesn't speak English.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which word could not have multiple meanings?
- A.
Face
- B.
Tamale
- C.
Yard
- D.
Ball
Correct Answer
B. TamaleExplanation
The word "tamale" is a specific type of food, typically a Mexican dish made of masa (a type of dough) that is filled with various ingredients, such as meat, cheese, or vegetables, and wrapped in a corn husk. Unlike the other words listed, "tamale" does not have multiple meanings or interpretations. It refers specifically to this type of food and does not have any other unrelated definitions.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which of the following words is NOT and adjective?
- A.
Green
- B.
Beautiful
- C.
Dog
- D.
Crisp
Correct Answer
C. DogExplanation
The word "dog" is not an adjective because it is a noun, referring to a type of animal. Adjectives are words that describe or modify nouns, but "dog" itself is a noun and does not describe anything.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What would be the correct way to write Pepita’s address?
- A.
Pepita Sanchez, 88 Los Cedros Ave., Rialto, CA 92376
- B.
Pepita Sanchez 88 Los Cedros Ave. Rialto CA 92376
- C.
Pepita Sanchez, 88 Los Cedros, Ave., Rialto, CA , 92376
- D.
Pepita Sanchez, 88 Los Cedros Ave., Rialto, CA, 92376
Correct Answer
A. Pepita Sanchez, 88 Los Cedros Ave., Rialto, CA 92376Explanation
The correct way to write Pepita's address is "Pepita Sanchez, 88 Los Cedros Ave., Rialto, CA 92376." This is the correct format for writing an address, with the street name, house number, city, state abbreviation, and zip code all properly separated by commas.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Read this sentence. That night when she went to bed, Pepita pull the blankets up to her chin and made a stubborn face. Which of the following shows the correct tense for the underlined verb?
- A.
Was pull
- B.
Am pull
- C.
Pulled
- D.
Is pulling
Correct Answer
C. PulledExplanation
The correct tense for the underlined verb is "pulled". This is because the sentence is describing an action that happened in the past, so the past tense of the verb "pull" is used.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Which statement is an opinion?
- A.
Pepita translates for people who can’t speak English.
- B.
Pepita can speak English and Spanish.
- C.
Lobo means wolf in Spanish.
- D.
I love speaking two languages.
Correct Answer
D. I love speaking two languages.Explanation
The statement "I love speaking two languages" is an opinion because it expresses a personal preference or feeling. Opinions are subjective and can vary from person to person.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Which group of words is in alphabetical order?
- A.
Pepita, Juan, Lobo, Wolf
- B.
Enchilada, language, taco, tamale
- C.
Spanish, tortilla, taco, salsa
- D.
Tamales, Pepita, Wolf, enchilada
Correct Answer
B. Enchilada, language, taco, tamaleExplanation
The group of words "enchilada, language, taco, tamale" is in alphabetical order.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Read this sentence. “If I didn’t speak Spanish and English,” she burst out, “I ________ have been ____________ first!” Which pair of words makes the sentence correct?
- A.
Wood, here
- B.
Would, here
- C.
Would, hear
- D.
Wood, hear
Correct Answer
B. Would, hereExplanation
The correct answer is "would, here". In the sentence, the speaker is expressing a hypothetical situation using the conditional form "If I didn't speak Spanish and English." Therefore, the correct word to complete the sentence is "would" to indicate a hypothetical outcome. Additionally, the word "here" is used to refer to the speaker's current location, which makes sense in the context of the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Read this sentence. She ducked behind the fence as she went by her neighbors’ house, but not low enough. By using the “context clues” in the above passage, you can tell that ducked means:
- A.
To get real low
- B.
A bird
- C.
To run
- D.
To stand in front of
Correct Answer
A. To get real lowExplanation
The passage states that the person "ducked behind the fence," indicating that they moved quickly and lowered themselves to avoid being seen. Therefore, the correct answer is "to get real low."Rate this question:
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- 17.
Which sentence is broken correctly into its subject and predicate?
- A.
Pepita’s neighbor / Miguel was bouncing a rubber ball.
- B.
Pepita’s / neighbor Miguel was bouncing a rubber ball.
- C.
Pepita’s neighbor Miguel was / bouncing a rubber ball.
- D.
Pepita’s neighbor Miguel / was bouncing a rubber ball.
Correct Answer
D. Pepita’s neighbor Miguel / was bouncing a rubber ball.Explanation
The correct answer is "Pepita’s neighbor Miguel / was bouncing a rubber ball." This sentence is broken correctly into its subject "Pepita’s neighbor Miguel" and its predicate "was bouncing a rubber ball."Rate this question:
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- 18.
Read this passage. She nuzzled her face in his warm fur. “I’ll never call you Wolf again,” she said. “Your name is Lobo. Just like mine is Pepita. And oh, Lobo, I’m glad I talked twice. It’s great to speak two languages!” What is the main idea of this selection?
- A.
Pepita wants Lobo to play with her.
- B.
Pepita decided to not call Lobo Wolf anymore.
- C.
Pepita realizes it is a good thing to be able to speak two languages.
- D.
Pepita realizes it is a good thing to be able to speak two languages.
Correct Answer
C. Pepita realizes it is a good thing to be able to speak two languages.Explanation
The main idea of the passage is that Pepita realizes it is a good thing to be able to speak two languages. This is evident from her statement, "And oh, Lobo, I’m glad I talked twice. It’s great to speak two languages!" This shows that Pepita values her ability to speak two languages and sees it as a positive thing. The other options, such as Pepita wanting Lobo to play with her or deciding not to call Lobo Wolf anymore, are not supported by the passage and are therefore incorrect.Rate this question:
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- 19.
What is an ANTONYM for tiptoed?
- A.
Sing
- B.
Stomp
- C.
Dance
- D.
Walk
Correct Answer
B. StompExplanation
An antonym for "tiptoed" would be "stomp" because while "tiptoeing" refers to walking quietly and delicately, "stomping" refers to walking heavily and forcefully, creating loud and heavy footsteps. Therefore, "stomp" is the opposite of "tiptoe" in terms of the manner of walking.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Which reference book would I use to find out Pepita’s address and phone number?
- A.
Encyclopedia
- B.
Thesaurus
- C.
Dictionary
- D.
Phone book
Correct Answer
D. Phone bookExplanation
A phone book is a reference book that contains a list of names, addresses, and phone numbers of individuals or businesses in a specific area. Therefore, if you want to find out Pepita's address and phone number, you would use a phone book.Rate this question:
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