Reading Summative Final Exam

What is the main idea of a text?

• The underlying message or lesson of the text

• The central point or most important idea the author wants to convey

• A brief retelling of the text's key points

• The setting and characters of the text

Which of the following best describes a theme in literature?

• The sequence of events in a story

• The central message or insight into life revealed through the text

• The main character's personality traits

• The time and place in which the story occurs

What is the difference between the main idea and the theme of a text?

• The main idea is a summary of the text, while the theme is the central point

• The main idea is the central point, while the theme is the underlying message or lesson

• The main idea is the setting, while the theme is the plot

• The main idea is the characters, while the theme is the conflict

Which of the following is an example of a theme?

• A young girl learns the importance of honesty

• The story takes place in a small village

• The main character is a brave knight

• The plot involves a treasure hunt

What is a summary?

• A detailed description of every event in the text

• A brief statement of the main points of a text

• An analysis of the characters' motivations

• A list of the themes in the text

Which of the following best summarizes the key points of a story about a boy who overcomes his fear of the dark?

• The boy is afraid of the dark, but with the help of his family, he learns to face his fear and becomes more confident.

• The boy lives in a small town and has many friends.

• The boy's favorite color is blue, and he loves to play soccer.

• The boy's family goes on a vacation to the beach.

Identify the main idea of the following passage: "In the story of 'The Tortoise and the Hare,' the tortoise wins the race because he is slow and steady, while the hare loses because he is overconfident and takes a nap."

• The tortoise is slow and steady.

• The hare is overconfident.

• Slow and steady wins the race.

• The race is between a tortoise and a hare.

Which of the following statements is a theme rather than a main idea?

• The main character learns the value of friendship.

• The story is about a girl who moves to a new city.

• The plot revolves around a mystery that needs to be solved.

• The setting is a small town in the 1950s.

Which of the following is the best summary of a story about a girl who helps her community by starting a recycling program?

• The girl lives in a small town and loves to read books.

• The girl starts a recycling program in her community, which helps reduce waste and teaches others about the importance of recycling.

• The girl has a pet dog and enjoys playing outside.

• The girl goes on a trip to the city with her family.

What is the main idea of the passage? "Sara loved painting. She spent her weekends at the local art studio, experimenting with different techniques and styles. One day, she decided to try her hand at abstract art. She found it challenging but rewarding, and she continued to practice and improve her skills."

• Sara dislikes painting.

• Sara is dedicated to improving her painting skills.

• Sara avoids the art studio.

• Sara prefers realistic art.

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DOK Level 1: Recall