The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Assessment

Which of the following is the best summary of "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever"?

• A group of children learns about the true meaning of Christmas through a chaotic pageant.

• A family goes on a vacation during the Christmas holidays.

• A teacher assigns a Christmas project to her students.

• A town celebrates Christmas with a parade and fireworks.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

What is the central theme of "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever"?

• The importance of winning.

• The value of family and community.

• The excitement of receiving gifts.

• The history of Christmas traditions.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which word best fits the sentence: "The Herdmans were known for their ______ behavior, which often caused trouble in the neighborhood."

• benevolent

• mischievous

• generous

• timid

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Identify the figurative language used in the sentence: "The Herdmans were like a pack of wild animals."

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Hyperbole

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What is a key detail that supports the central idea of "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever"?

• The Herdmans steal from the church.

• The pageant turns out to be surprisingly meaningful.

• The town holds a Christmas parade.

• The children receive many gifts.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

How does the author use vocabulary to describe the Herdmans in "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever"?

• By using complex scientific terms.

• By using vivid and descriptive language.

• By using historical references.

• By using mathematical equations.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Which of the following is a primary source related to "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever"?

• A newspaper article about the book.

• The original book itself.

• A documentary about Christmas pageants.

• A friend's opinion about the book.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What type of figurative language is used in the phrase "the Herdmans were a tornado of chaos"?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Alliteration

• Onomatopoeia

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

Which of the following best describes the plot of "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever"?

• A family moves to a new town and makes new friends.

• A group of unruly children unexpectedly participates in a Christmas pageant.

• A teacher organizes a Christmas play for her students.

• A town prepares for a Christmas festival.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does the use of hyperbole in "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" affect the reader's perception of the Herdmans?

• It makes them seem more realistic.

• It exaggerates their behavior for comedic effect.

• It downplays their actions.

• It provides a serious tone to the story.