Vocab SCOPE paired texts

What did the menacing clouds look like during Jane's field hockey game?

• Dark and threatening

• Bright and sunny

• Clear and blue

• White and fluffy

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'Dark and threatening', indicates that the clouds during Jane's field hockey game were ominous, suggesting potential bad weather, which contrasts with the other options that imply clear or sunny conditions.

Elijah tries the new pizza place in town and tells Grace the food is inedible. What does Elijah mean?

• The food is delicious.

• The food is too spicy.

• The food cannot be eaten.

• The food is expensive.

Answer explanation

When Elijah says the food is inedible, he means it cannot be eaten. This indicates that the food is so bad that it is unfit for consumption, making 'The food cannot be eaten' the correct interpretation.

Barron's science project is about sustainable fishing—methods that

• Make sure fish populations stay healthy

• Reduce fish numbers quickly

• Ignore the environment

• Only care about making money

Answer explanation

Barron's project on sustainable fishing focuses on methods that ensure fish populations remain healthy, promoting ecological balance and long-term viability of fish stocks, unlike the other options that are harmful or neglectful.

The leftover chicken soup turned jellylike.

• gelatinous

• menacing

• larva

• briny

Answer explanation

The soup turned into a jelly-like substance because it was refrigerated. The cooling process causes the collagen in the chicken and any gelatin present to thicken, resulting in a gel-like texture.

Grace and Avery were on a cruise vacation. They noticed something strange about the drinking water on the ship. What does the bolded word 'briny' mean in the headline “Cruise Ship Passengers Complain of Briny Drinking Water”?

• Salty

• Sweet

• Bitter

• Sour

Answer explanation

The word 'briny' refers to water that is salty, often associated with seawater. In the context of the headline, it indicates that the drinking water on the cruise ship has an unpleasant salty taste, making 'salty' the correct choice.

In science class, Luna asked, 'What is a baby insect called?'

• A fly

• Larva

• A hair

• A piece of plastic

Answer explanation

A baby insect is called larvae. This term refers to the immature form of insects, which undergo metamorphosis to become adults. The other options do not represent a baby insect.

Directions: Below are made-up newspaper headlines. What is the first line of each article that clarifies the meaning of the word surplus? “Rohan Finds a Surplus of Mint in His Garden"

• A surplus of mint can be shared among his friends.

• Mint is a type of herb that grows in gardens.

• Gardening tips for growing mint effectively.

• The history of mint cultivation.

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'A surplus of mint can be used to make refreshing drinks,' clarifies that 'surplus' refers to an excess amount of mint, indicating its abundance and potential uses.

Read the headline: 'Mia Proves Adaptable to Life in the City'. What does 'adaptable' mean here?

• Able to adjust to new conditions

• Difficult to change

• Unwilling to move

• Fixed in one place

Answer explanation

In the headline, 'adaptable' means that Mia is able to adjust to new conditions, indicating her flexibility and ability to thrive in a city environment. The other options do not accurately reflect this meaning.