Christmas Flashcard

Front

In "The Best Christmas" passage, how did the author show that Tucker was feeling excited about getting a live Christmas tree?

Back

He was jumping up and down when he asked for the live tree.

Front

Which of the following choices is NOT something you must do to prepare your home for a live Christmas tree?
- Choose a safe location in your home for the tree.
- Cover the floor with a tree skirt.
- Get a Christmas tree stand.
- Check the water level twice a day.

Back

Check the water level twice a day.

Front

Which statement below is information that is included in BOTH passages? Options: It is important to pick a live tree with fresh needles., A freshly cut tree can drink up to a gallon of water a day., Needles fall off live trees and must be swept up., A tree skirt is used around a live tree to protect the floor from spilled water.

Back

A tree skirt is used around a live tree to protect the floor from spilled water.

Front

According to "Caring for a Live Christmas Tree" why do tree stands have screws in them?

Back

To hold the trunk of the tree in the tree stand straight.

Front

What do both passages suggest when discussing how to take care of a live Christmas tree?

Back

Check the water level in the tree stand at least twice a day.

Front

What is the central message of "The Best Christmas" passage?

Back

The kind of tree someone has doesn't make a better Christmas, spending it with family does.

Front

In "The Best Christmas" passage, the author wrote "Tucker was so excited he jumped on the computer right away." When the author said Tucker jumped on the computer, what did he mean?

Back

He quickly got on the computer because he was excited to learn about live trees.

Front

What is the main idea of the "Caring for a Live Christmas Tree" passage?

Back

Preparing your home, your tree, and being safe will make sure your Christmas tree lasts through the holidays.

Front

What line from "Caring for a Live Christmas Tree" BEST supports the main idea?

Back

No matter where you buy your live tree, there are steps you must take to take care of it and make sure it lasts through the Christmas holiday.

Front

What does the word artificial mean in "The Best Christmas"?

Back

fake