Reading Comprehension Quiz

What did Maria find beneath the old oak tree?

• A treasure chest

• A small, rusted box

• A map

• A key

What was inside the box Maria found?

• Jewelry

• Money

• Old photographs and a diary

• A letter

Why did Maria decide to go to the park?

• To meet someone

• To take a walk

• To uncover the truth beneath the old oak tree

• To relive childhood memories

Excerpt:

In the dim light of dawn, Maria sat by the window, her fingers tracing the patterns on the glass. The rain had stopped, leaving the streets slick and glistening. She had always loved this time of day, when the world seemed to hold its breath before the rush of the morning. Her thoughts wandered to the letter she had received the day before—an envelope with no return address, containing only a single, cryptic message: “The truth lies beneath the old oak tree.”

Maria’s mind raced. The old oak tree was in the abandoned park at the edge of town, a place she had avoided since childhood. Her father used to tell stories about the tree, claiming it held secrets of the past. She had always dismissed these tales as mere fantasy, but now, with the letter in hand, the tree seemed to beckon her. She wondered if she should investigate, or if it was simply a cruel joke.

As the sun began to rise, Maria made her decision. She would go to the park and uncover whatever truth the old oak tree held, even if it meant confronting the shadows of her past.

What is the significance of the old oak tree in the excerpt?

• It is a location Maria’s father used to frequent.

• It is associated with secrets and the past.

• It is a place Maria loves to visit.

• It is a symbol of new beginnings.

Excerpt:

In the dim light of dawn, Maria sat by the window, her fingers tracing the patterns on the glass. The rain had stopped, leaving the streets slick and glistening. She had always loved this time of day, when the world seemed to hold its breath before the rush of the morning. Her thoughts wandered to the letter she had received the day before—an envelope with no return address, containing only a single, cryptic message: “The truth lies beneath the old oak tree.”

Maria’s mind raced. The old oak tree was in the abandoned park at the edge of town, a place she had avoided since childhood. Her father used to tell stories about the tree, claiming it held secrets of the past. She had always dismissed these tales as mere fantasy, but now, with the letter in hand, the tree seemed to beckon her. She wondered if she should investigate, or if it was simply a cruel joke.

As the sun began to rise, Maria made her decision. She would go to the park and uncover whatever truth the old oak tree held, even if it meant confronting the shadows of her past.

How does Maria feel about the old oak tree at the beginning of the excerpt?

• She is excited and eager to visit it.

• She is indifferent and sees it as unimportant.

• She is apprehensive and fearful.

• She is nostalgic and sentimental.

Excerpt:

In the dim light of dawn, Maria sat by the window, her fingers tracing the patterns on the glass. The rain had stopped, leaving the streets slick and glistening. She had always loved this time of day, when the world seemed to hold its breath before the rush of the morning. Her thoughts wandered to the letter she had received the day before—an envelope with no return address, containing only a single, cryptic message: “The truth lies beneath the old oak tree.”

Maria’s mind raced. The old oak tree was in the abandoned park at the edge of town, a place she had avoided since childhood. Her father used to tell stories about the tree, claiming it held secrets of the past. She had always dismissed these tales as mere fantasy, but now, with the letter in hand, the tree seemed to beckon her. She wondered if she should investigate, or if it was simply a cruel joke.

As the sun began to rise, Maria made her decision. She would go to the park and uncover whatever truth the old oak tree held, even if it meant confronting the shadows of her past.

What does the letter Maria received contain?

• A detailed map of the park.

• A note with a return address.

• A cryptic message about a hidden truth.

• An invitation to a family gathering.

Excerpt:

In the dim light of dawn, Maria sat by the window, her fingers tracing the patterns on the glass. The rain had stopped, leaving the streets slick and glistening. She had always loved this time of day, when the world seemed to hold its breath before the rush of the morning. Her thoughts wandered to the letter she had received the day before—an envelope with no return address, containing only a single, cryptic message: “The truth lies beneath the old oak tree.”

Maria’s mind raced. The old oak tree was in the abandoned park at the edge of town, a place she had avoided since childhood. Her father used to tell stories about the tree, claiming it held secrets of the past. She had always dismissed these tales as mere fantasy, but now, with the letter in hand, the tree seemed to beckon her. She wondered if she should investigate, or if it was simply a cruel joke.

As the sun began to rise, Maria made her decision. She would go to the park and uncover whatever truth the old oak tree held, even if it meant confronting the shadows of her past.

What decision does Maria make by the end of the excerpt?

• To ignore the letter and stay home.

• To confront her father about the stories.

• To investigate the old oak tree.

• To leave town and never return.

Excerpt:

In the dim light of dawn, Maria sat by the window, her fingers tracing the patterns on the glass. The rain had stopped, leaving the streets slick and glistening. She had always loved this time of day, when the world seemed to hold its breath before the rush of the morning. Her thoughts wandered to the letter she had received the day before—an envelope with no return address, containing only a single, cryptic message: “The truth lies beneath the old oak tree.”

Maria’s mind raced. The old oak tree was in the abandoned park at the edge of town, a place she had avoided since childhood. Her father used to tell stories about the tree, claiming it held secrets of the past. She had always dismissed these tales as mere fantasy, but now, with the letter in hand, the tree seemed to beckon her. She wondered if she should investigate, or if it was simply a cruel joke.

As the sun began to rise, Maria made her decision. She would go to the park and uncover whatever truth the old oak tree held, even if it meant confronting the shadows of her past.

What effect does the dawn setting have on the mood of the excerpt?

• It creates a sense of urgency and tension.

• It adds a feeling of nostalgia and calm.

• It emphasizes the confusion and chaos in Maria’s mind.

• It highlights the darkness and fear of the unknown.

Excerpt:

In the dim light of dawn, Maria sat by the window, her fingers tracing the patterns on the glass. The rain had stopped, leaving the streets slick and glistening. She had always loved this time of day, when the world seemed to hold its breath before the rush of the morning. Her thoughts wandered to the letter she had received the day before—an envelope with no return address, containing only a single, cryptic message: “The truth lies beneath the old oak tree.”

Maria’s mind raced. The old oak tree was in the abandoned park at the edge of town, a place she had avoided since childhood. Her father used to tell stories about the tree, claiming it held secrets of the past. She had always dismissed these tales as mere fantasy, but now, with the letter in hand, the tree seemed to beckon her. She wondered if she should investigate, or if it was simply a cruel joke.

As the sun began to rise, Maria made her decision. She would go to the park and uncover whatever truth the old oak tree held, even if it meant confronting the shadows of her past.

What does Maria's reaction to the letter suggest about her character?

• She is skeptical and dismissive of strange occurrences.

• She is adventurous and willing to face challenges.

• She is disinterested in solving mysteries.

• She is overly cautious and avoids confrontation.

Excerpt:

In the dim light of dawn, Maria sat by the window, her fingers tracing the patterns on the glass. The rain had stopped, leaving the streets slick and glistening. She had always loved this time of day, when the world seemed to hold its breath before the rush of the morning. Her thoughts wandered to the letter she had received the day before—an envelope with no return address, containing only a single, cryptic message: “The truth lies beneath the old oak tree.”

Maria’s mind raced. The old oak tree was in the abandoned park at the edge of town, a place she had avoided since childhood. Her father used to tell stories about the tree, claiming it held secrets of the past. She had always dismissed these tales as mere fantasy, but now, with the letter in hand, the tree seemed to beckon her. She wondered if she should investigate, or if it was simply a cruel joke.

As the sun began to rise, Maria made her decision. She would go to the park and uncover whatever truth the old oak tree held, even if it meant confronting the shadows of her past.

Why does Maria decide to go to the park?

• To see if the letter was a prank.

• To escape her daily routine and seek excitement.

• To uncover the truth suggested by the letter.

• To meet someone she has been waiting for.