Making Friends at School Quiz

Emma’s New Friend 
 
Emma was nervous about her first day at her new school. She didn’t know anyone and was worried she wouldn’t make any friends. At lunch, she noticed a girl sitting alone, just like her. Emma took a deep breath and walked over. “Hi, I’m Emma,” she said with a shy smile. The girl looked up and smiled back. “Hi, I’m Maya. I’m new here too,” she replied. They spent the rest of the lunch chatting and laughing. By the end of the day, Emma and Maya were friends, and Emma felt so much happier at her new school. 

What does Emma do when she sees Maya sitting alone?

• She ignores her.

• She walks over and introduces herself.

• She sits somewhere else.

• She leaves the cafeteria.

What is the central message of this story? (Choose the best answer)

• It’s important to study hard.

• Making new friends can make us feel better.

• Starting a new school is always easy.

• Always sit alone at lunch.

Who does Emma become friends with in the story?

• Sarah

• Maya

• Lily

• Anna

What does the prefix “un-” mean in the word “unhappy”?

• Very

• Not

• Again

• Over

Which word is a simile?

• As busy as a bee

• The bee was buzzing

What is the plural form of the word “child”?

• Childs

• Childes

• Children

• Childrens

Choose the word that best completes this sentence: “The cat is as quiet as a ____.”

• Mouse

• Loud drum

• Bird

Which sentence contains an irregular plural noun?

• The dogs bark loudly.

• The children play outside.

The word “redo” means “to do again.” Explain how the prefix helps you understand the meaning of the word.

• The prefix “re-” means to do something for the first time.

• The prefix “re-” means to do something again.

• The prefix “re-” means to do something quickly.

• The prefix “re-” means to do something slowly.