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    Which of these words goes with someone who is happy?

    • Smile
    • Anger
    • Alone
    • Stare
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This 3rd Grade Literature MCQ Trivia tests knowledge on grammar, literature, and reading comprehension. It includes questions on sentence subjects, verb usage, rhymes, and literary geography, enhancing critical thinking and language skills.

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  • 2. 

    Which sentence uses an irregular verb correctly?

    • I Eat An Apple Yesterday

    • I Eats An Apple Yesterday

    • I Eaten An Apple Yesterday

    • I Ate An Apple Yesterday

    Correct Answer
    A. I Ate An Apple Yesterday
    Explanation
    The sentence "I Ate An Apple Yesterday" uses the irregular verb "ate" correctly. In the past tense, the verb "eat" changes to "ate" for the first person singular pronoun "I". The other options ("I Eat An Apple Yesterday", "I Eats An Apple Yesterday", "I Eaten An Apple Yesterday") do not use the correct past tense form of the verb "eat".

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  • 3. 

    Which rhyming line follows: Three little kittens?

    • By Time They Were Forgotten

    • By Love Their Were Smitten

    • By Bugs They Were Bitten

    • They Lost Their Mittens

    Correct Answer
    A. They Lost Their Mittens
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "They Lost Their Mittens" because it is the only option that rhymes with "Three little kittens". The other options do not rhyme with the given line.

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  • 4. 

    Which of these words is an adverb?

    • Silent

    • Silently

    • Silencing

    • Silence

    Correct Answer
    A. Silently
    Explanation
    Silently is the correct answer because it is the only word in the given options that ends in -ly, which is a common suffix for adverbs. Adverbs are words that modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, and often indicate manner or how something is done. In this case, Silently modifies a verb or action, indicating the manner in which something is done quietly or without making noise.

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  • 5. 

    Which word is an adverb?

    • Jumping

    • Shadowy

    • Sweet

    • Quickly

    Correct Answer
    A. Quickly
    Explanation
    "Quickly" is an adverb because it modifies the verb by describing how an action is performed. In this case, "quickly" describes the speed or manner in which something is done.

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  • 6. 

    In "The Wizard of Oz", why does Dorothy want to find the Wizard of Oz?

    • To Find Wicked Witch Of The West

    • To Find Glinda

    • To Find Wicked Witch Of The East

    • To Go Home

    Correct Answer
    A. To Go Home
    Explanation
    Dorothy wants to find the Wizard of Oz in order to go back home. In the story, Dorothy is transported to the magical land of Oz by a tornado. She realizes that the only way to return to her family and her home in Kansas is by seeking the help of the powerful Wizard of Oz. Dorothy embarks on a journey to find the Wizard, hoping that he will grant her wish to go home.

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  • 7. 

    In "The Wizard of Oz", the Wicked Witch of the West wants Dorothy's...?

    • Nothing

    • Ruby Slippers

    • Dog Toto

    • Pigtails

    Correct Answer
    A. Ruby Slippers
    Explanation
    In "The Wizard of Oz," the Wicked Witch of the West wants Dorothy's Ruby Slippers. These slippers have magical powers and the Wicked Witch desires them because they are the key to her ultimate power and control over the Land of Oz. She believes that by obtaining the Ruby Slippers, she will be able to rule over the land and become the most powerful being in Oz.

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  • 8. 

    In "The Wizard of Oz", what are the Scarecrow, Tinman and Cowardly Lion missing?

    • Brain, Heart And Courage

    • Glasses, Mustache And Newspaper

    • Shoes, Hat And Tie

    • Brain, Heart And Ears

    Correct Answer
    A. Brain, Heart And Courage
    Explanation
    In "The Wizard of Oz", the Scarecrow, Tinman, and Cowardly Lion are missing brain, heart, and courage respectively. This is a reference to their perceived shortcomings and desires. The Scarecrow believes he lacks intelligence, the Tinman believes he lacks emotions, and the Cowardly Lion believes he lacks bravery. Throughout the story, they embark on a journey to find these qualities, ultimately discovering that they possessed them all along.

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  • 9. 

    In "The Wizard of Oz", Dorothy and her friends were attacked by what?

    • Racing Monkeys

    • Flying Monkeys

    • A Mad Tiger

    • Flying Baboons

    Correct Answer
    A. Flying Monkeys
    Explanation
    In "The Wizard of Oz," Dorothy and her friends were attacked by flying monkeys. This is a well-known scene in the movie where the Wicked Witch of the West sends her army of flying monkeys to capture Dorothy and her companions. The flying monkeys are depicted as menacing creatures that swoop down from the sky, causing chaos and fear. They play a significant role in the plot, adding suspense and danger to the story.

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  • 10. 

    In "The Wizard of Oz", Dorothy was swept up in a?

    • Hurricane

    • Tidal Wave

    • Wind Storm

    • Tornado

    Correct Answer
    A. Tornado
    Explanation
    In "The Wizard of Oz," Dorothy was swept up in a tornado. This is a crucial event in the story as it transports her from her home in Kansas to the magical land of Oz. The tornado symbolizes the chaos and unpredictability that Dorothy encounters on her journey, setting the stage for her adventures and the challenges she will face. The tornado also serves as a metaphor for the turmoil and upheaval in Dorothy's life, as it ultimately leads her to self-discovery and personal growth.

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  • 11. 

    How is an adverb often formed in English?

    • Adding -Ology To A Word

    • Adding -Es To A Word

    • Adding -Ly To An Adjective

    • Adding -Ing To A Verb

    Correct Answer
    A. Adding -Ly To An Adjective
    Explanation
    Adverbs are often formed in English by adding -ly to an adjective. This suffix transforms the adjective into an adverb, which describes how an action is performed. For example, adding -ly to the adjective "quick" creates the adverb "quickly," which describes how something is done at a fast pace. This pattern is commonly used in English to create adverbs and is a fundamental rule of grammar.

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  • 12. 

    What question would the subject of a sentence answer?

    • When

    • Why

    • What

    • Where

    Correct Answer
    A. What
    Explanation
    The subject of a sentence would answer the question "What?" because it provides information about the specific thing or person that is performing the action or being described in the sentence. The subject typically answers the question "What is doing the action?" or "What is being described?"

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  • 13. 

    In "The Wizard of Oz", what state is Dorothy from?

    • Kansas

    • California

    • New York

    • Kentucky

    Correct Answer
    A. Kansas
    Explanation
    In "The Wizard of Oz," Dorothy is from Kansas. This is evident in the movie and book as Dorothy's journey begins in Kansas, where she is swept away by a tornado and transported to the magical land of Oz. Throughout the story, Dorothy expresses her desire to return home to Kansas, emphasizing her connection to this state.

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  • 14. 

    What river did the crocodile from Lewis Carroll's poem live in?

    • Mississippi

    • Ganges

    • Nile

    • Amazon

    Correct Answer
    A. Nile
    Explanation
    In Lewis Carroll's poem, the crocodile is said to live in the Nile river.

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  • 15. 

    In "The Wizard of Oz", Dorothy is told to follow the Yellow Brick Road to what destination?

    • Oz

    • Home

    • Kansas

    • The Wizard Of Oz

    Correct Answer
    A. Oz
    Explanation
    In "The Wizard of Oz," Dorothy is told to follow the Yellow Brick Road to Oz. This is the correct answer because the Yellow Brick Road leads Dorothy to the Emerald City, where she hopes to find the Wizard of Oz who can help her return home to Kansas. Oz is the ultimate destination that Dorothy is instructed to reach in the story.

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  • 16. 

    In "The Wizard of Oz", the house fell on?

    • The Wicked Witch Of The East

    • The Wicked Witch Of The West

    • The Wicked Witch Of All Time

    • The Wicked Witch Of The North

    Correct Answer
    A. The Wicked Witch Of The East
    Explanation
    In "The Wizard of Oz," the house fell on the Wicked Witch Of The East. This event occurs at the beginning of the story when a tornado carries Dorothy's house to the magical land of Oz. As the house lands, it lands directly on the Wicked Witch Of The East, resulting in her death. This event sets off the chain of events that lead Dorothy to embark on her journey to meet the Wizard of Oz and find her way back home.

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