Reading Benchmark Review

In paragraphs 7 through 13, which detail best supports the key idea that Carol is determined to explore the special qualities of the book?

• Carol decides to talk about the most recent book she has borrowed.

• Carol hopes that she will be permitted to return to the library.

• Carol avoids the book when she arrives at the library.

• Carol rereads the section that she believes has changed.

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

How does Carol’s motivation to discover the truth affect the rising action of the excerpt?

• It develops the idea that Carol believes in facts.

• It creates a conflict between Carol and her mother.

• It reveals a connection between Carol and Mr. Linden.

• It provides a reason for Carol to return to Mr. Linden's library.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

The author uses suspense to build the rising action of the excerpt primarily to —

• suggest that Mr. Linden's plan is to share his love of books

• create interest in the changing weather

• create interest about the book on the window seat

• suggest that Carol's dreams are often confusing to her

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

How does the setting of the library influence Carol’s belief that all things make sense?

• The setting provides Carol with a quiet place to reflect on her beliefs.

• The setting causes Carol to doubt her beliefs when she realizes that the mysterious book has changed.

• The setting helps Carol realize that her beliefs have restricted her from enjoying all that life has to offer.

• The setting gives Carol a place to think about how her dreams have changed her beliefs.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

This excerpt is an example of fictional mystery. Which details support this assertion?

Groups:

(a) Supports

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(b) Does Not Support

• The setting includes some unusual features.

• The characters are from different backgrounds.

• The main character is presented with a puzzle.

• The excerpt references the changing of seasons.

Read this sentence from paragraph 8.

She held her breath and walked more softly, almost sneaking up on the books that awaited her.

What is the effect of the figurative language in this sentence?

• It emphasizes Carol's sense that something out of the ordinary awaits her.

• It suggests that Carol's imagination is driving her actions.

• It creates an atmosphere of menace around the library.

• It contrasts the library with the comfort of the other parts of the house.

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the most likely reason the author includes paragraphs 11 and 12 in the excerpt?

• To present Carol's point of view about the book

• To show the kind of book that appeals to Mr. Linden

• To provide specific details about the book's contents

• To introduce secondary characters into the story line

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2