The Scarlet Stockings Spy Reading Comprehension Assessment (Aligned with Mississippi Common Core Standards RL.5.1, RL.5.

Which detail from the text best supports the conclusion that Maddy Rose is working as a spy? (RL.5.1)

• She wears scarlet stockings
• She observes and memorizes ship positions
• She runs through the streets
• She sews a flag

What is the main theme of this story? (RL.5.2)

• The importance of family relationships
• The power of bravery and sacrifice for one's country
• The dangers of war
• The value of friendship

How does Maddy Rose's character change after discovering Jonathan's coat? (RL.5.3)

• She becomes more fearful and withdrawn
• She transforms from a spy into a symbol maker
• She stops helping the patriot cause
• She moves to a different city

Which quote best supports the theme of patriotism in the story? (RL.5.1)

• Jonathan must know this!
• Well not fail, Miss
• Us... for us, dear brother... for all of us
• Is that you?

What can you infer about Maddy Rose's character based on her actions throughout the story? (RL.5.1)

• She is selfish and afraid
• She is brave and dedicated to the American cause
• She is confused about which side to support
• She is only interested in helping her brother

How do the events at the beginning of the story influence Maddy Rose's decision to make the flag? (RL.5.3)

• The battle sounds inspire her to be creative
• Her brother's fate motivates her act of patriotism
• She wants to become famous
• She needs something to do at night

What is the central message about sacrifice in this story? (RL.5.2)

• Sacrifice is unnecessary during wartime
• Only soldiers make real sacrifices
• Personal sacrifices contribute to the greater good
• Sacrifices should be avoided

How does finding the British man-of-war affect the sequence of events in the story? (RL.5.3)

• It leads to Maddy Rose meeting Seth
• It causes her to abandon her mission
• It makes her leave Philadelphia
• It has no effect on the story

Which detail best explains the significance of the flag's special star? (RL.5.1)

• It represents Maddy Rose's favorite state
• It honors Pennsylvania's role in the Revolution
• It was sewn last
• It was made from different material

What can you conclude about the relationship between Maddy Rose and Jonathan based on text evidence? (RL.5.1)

• They rarely spoke to each other
• They were rivals in the spy network
• They shared a close, loving sibling bond
• They worked for opposing sides