Thanksgiving Textual Evidence Quiz

Read the following passage: "The leaves crunched underfoot as Sarah walked through the forest, the crisp air filling her lungs." What can be inferred about the season in which this scene takes place?

• Spring

• Summer

• Autumn

• Winter

In the article about the history of Thanksgiving, it states, "The Pilgrims celebrated their first successful harvest in 1621." What explicit information does this provide?

• The Pilgrims arrived in 1621.

• The Pilgrims had a successful harvest every year.

• The first Thanksgiving was in 1621.

• The Pilgrims celebrated Thanksgiving every year.

Based on the text: "Tom was thrilled to see the first snowflakes of the season, knowing that winter was finally here," what can be inferred about Tom's feelings towards winter?

• He dislikes winter.

• He is indifferent to winter.

• He is excited about winter.

• He is afraid of winter.

In the informational text about the Pilgrims, it mentions, "The Mayflower carried 102 passengers to the New World." What explicit detail does this provide?

• The Mayflower was a large ship.

• The Mayflower had 102 passengers.

• The Mayflower traveled to Europe.

• The Mayflower was a cargo ship.

Read the sentence: "As the sun set, the sky turned a brilliant shade of orange, signaling the end of another day." What can be inferred about the time of day?

• Morning

• Noon

• Afternoon

• Evening

In the text about Thanksgiving traditions, it states, "Families gather to share a meal and express gratitude for their blessings." What explicit information does this provide?

• Thanksgiving is a time for giving gifts.

• Thanksgiving is a time for family gatherings.

• Thanksgiving is celebrated in the summer.

• Thanksgiving is a religious holiday.

Based on the passage: "The old house creaked and groaned as the wind howled outside," what can be inferred about the condition of the house?

• The house is new.

• The house is sturdy.

• The house is old and possibly in disrepair.

• The house is soundproof.

In the article about the first Thanksgiving, it mentions, "The feast lasted three days and included games and entertainment." What explicit detail does this provide?

• The first Thanksgiving was a one-day event.

• The first Thanksgiving was a week-long event.

• The first Thanksgiving lasted three days.

• The first Thanksgiving had no entertainment.

Read the sentence: "The garden was a riot of color, with flowers blooming in every hue imaginable." What can be inferred about the garden?

• The garden is barren.

• The garden is colorful and vibrant.

• The garden is overgrown with weeds.

• The garden is monochrome.

In the informational text about harvest festivals, it states, "Many cultures celebrate the end of the harvest season with festivals and feasts." What explicit information does this provide?

• Only one culture celebrates the harvest.

• Harvest festivals are celebrated in spring.

• Many cultures have harvest festivals.

• Harvest festivals are a modern invention.