Passage: “The Mystery of the Missing Map”

What is the main idea of the passage?

• • Lena and Max are cleaning the attic.

• Lena and Max discover their great-grandfather’s treasure map.

• • Great-Grandpa Henry writes a letter to Lena.

• Max is afraid of old attics.

What does the attic symbolize in the story?

• A place of danger

• A place of discovery

• A place of sadness

• • A place of cleaning

What can the reader infer about Lena?

• She is impatient and scared.

• She enjoys exploring and solving mysteries.

• She is angry at her brother.

• She wants to throw away old things.

Which sentence best shows Lena's excitement?

• “Are you sure it’s up here?”

• "If it’s anywhere, it has to be here."

• "This is it!" Lena shouted.

• “But there’s only one way to find out.”

What genre does this passage belong to?

• Informational text

• Science fiction

• Realistic fiction

• Fantasy

What does the word "scroll" most likely mean in this passage?

• A rolled-up piece of paper or parchment

• A tool for measuring

• A musical instrument

• A blanket

Why did Lena and Max believe the map would be in the attic?

• The attic was their favorite place.

• They heard strange noises there.

• Their great-grandfather stored memories there.

• Their parents told them to look there.

Which detail from the story shows Max is unsure?

• “Max leaned closer.”

• “Are you sure it’s up here?” Max asked.

• “Do you think the treasure is real?”

• “Max peeked nervously.”

What is the purpose of this passage?

• To inform readers about history

• To persuade readers to explore their attic

• To entertain readers with a mystery

• To teach readers how to find treasure

The word "keepsakes" in paragraph 4 most likely means:

• Treasures used in battle

• Items used for travel

• Objects kept for memory

• Dangerous tools