Informational Text Comprehension Quiz

Read the following passage and answer the question: "Bees are very important to our environment. They help plants grow by moving pollen from one flower to another. This process is called pollination. Without bees, many plants would not be able to produce fruits and seeds." What is the main job of bees according to the passage?

• To make honey

• To pollinate flowers

• To build hives

• To protect plants

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Read the following passage and answer the question: "Electricity is a form of energy that powers many things in our homes. It can be used to light up rooms, run appliances, and charge devices. Electricity travels through wires and is controlled by switches." What does electricity do in our homes?

• It makes food

• It powers appliances

• It cleans the house

• It grows plants

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Read the following passage and answer the question: "The sun is a star at the center of our solar system. It provides light and heat to Earth, making it possible for life to exist. The sun is much larger than any of the planets, and it is made up of hot gases." What does the sun provide to Earth?

• Water and food

• Light and heat

• Rocks and minerals

• Air and wind

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Read the following passage and answer the question: "Rainforests are dense forests found in tropical areas with high rainfall. They are home to a wide variety of plants and animals. Rainforests help regulate the Earth's climate and are important for the environment." What is one important role of rainforests?

• They produce deserts

• They regulate the Earth's climate

• They create mountains

• They dry up rivers

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Read the following passage and answer the question: "Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects. It helps reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills and conserves natural resources. Recycling can include materials like paper, glass, and plastic." What is one benefit of recycling?

• It increases waste in landfills

• It conserves natural resources

• It uses more energy

• It creates more waste

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CCSS.RI.2.10