Play By the Rules

Which sentence from the text expresses the author's claim?

• At that time, I didn't really understand why Mr. Veteto always told me not to run. (paragraph 2)

• Playing by the rules helps to keep everyone happy and safe. (paragraph 2)

• Not getting enough sleep affects how you think, learn, and grow. (paragraph 3)

• Umpires, referees, and judges make sure that the rules are followed. (paragraph 4)

Which conclusion is best supported by the author's description of Mr. Veteto?

• Mr. Veteto cares about correcting his students.

• Mr. Veteto enjoys monitoring the hallway.

• Mr. Veteto cares about his students' safety.

• Mr. Veteto enjoys using a loud voice.

Read paragraph 3. Which sentence in paragraph 3 supports the author's argument that bedtime rules help children stay healthy?

• Think about some of the rules your parents have for you at home.

• Why do you have to turn out your lights at your scheduled bedtime?

• Not getting enough sleep affects how you think, learn, and grow.

• So the rules your parents make for you show they care.

Read this sentence from paragraph 2. "Sure, it can be frustrating to have so many rules to remember to follow at school, at home, and in sports." The author's use of language in this sentence helps convey that she —

• understands how her readers might feel about all the rules

• wants her readers to take rules more seriously

• thinks the most important rules are the ones for sports

• feels strongly that more rules are needed for children her age

The author uses the words “bump into others” and “knock someone to the ground” in paragraph 2 to emphasize that —

• people can be physically harmed when others do not follow the rules

• people should be allowed to run in the hallway when they are in a hurry

• she enjoyed running in the hallway as a first grader

• children can be hurt at school even if they follow the rules

Which sentence from the text best reveals the audience the author is addressing?

• At that time, I didn’t really understand why Mr. Veteto always told me not to run. (paragraph 2)

• But one thing is for sure: we need rules. (paragraph 2)

• Think about some of the rules your parents have for you at home. (paragraph 3)

• Each year, children and young adults suffer over 500,000 bike-related injuries. (paragraph 3)

This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then answer Part B. Part A: Which is a key idea in the text?

• Athletes and referees sometimes disagree.

• Officials are important in sports.

• All types of sports have fouls.

• Most people follow rules.

Part B: Which sentence from the text supports the answer to Part A?

• Umpires, referees, and judges make sure that the rules are followed. (paragraph 4)

• And I’m glad when all the players follow the rules! (paragraph 5)

• It’s not fun to receive a foul during a game. (paragraph 5)

• The next time Mr. Veteto or another teacher, parent, or referee tells you that you’ve broken a rule, don’t be upset. (paragraph 6)

The prefix dis- helps the reader know that the word disorderly in paragraph 4 means —

• bringing about order

• without order

• badly ordered

• able to have order