3.3.4 Reading Quiz

Choose the word or word group that has about the same meaning as the underlined word. There were ceremonies to honor the winners of the contests.

• decorations

• events

• happiness

• statues

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CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Choose the word or word group that has about the same meaning as the underlined word. The stories they passed down were part of the traditions of their country.

• customs

• places

• signs

• travels

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CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Choose the word or word group that has about the same meaning as the underlined word. The doctor gave her medicine when she was sick.

• illness

• kindness

• treatment

• welcome

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CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Choose the word or word group that has about the same meaning as the underlined word. They were lamenting the loss of their family pet.

• whispering quietly

• feeling sadness

• urging others

• yelling excitedly

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CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Read the question. Then choose the best answer. Which word is a synonym for offering in the sentence below? We are offering our services if they are needed.

• destroying

• electing

• holding

• presenting

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CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

In paragraph 3, what was the effect of the decision not to let Marian sing at Constitution Hall?

• People told Marian to stop singing.

• Marian only sang for small gatherings.

• Marian sang at cities across the country.

• People set up a different place for Marian to sing.

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CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

The author describes the events in sequential order mainly to —

• tell the story of Marian Anderson’s life and career

• explain how Marian Anderson felt during the events

• persuade the reader that these events are important

• show the reader how people felt about Marian Anderson’s singing

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

Which statement best summarizes paragraph 3?

• Marian was born in Philadelphia but sang in cities all over the country and overseas.

• Marian was supposed to sing at Constitution Hall, but some people would not let her because she was African American.

• People were upset that Marian wasn’t allowed to sing, so they created a new event for her, which many people attended and enjoyed.

• Marian decided to sing at the Lincoln Memorial because African American people were treated unfairly, and she wanted to change that.

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CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

Write a one-paragraph summary of the selection "Marian Anderson." Use key details in your summary. Write your response on a separate sheet of paper.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2