4th Grade ELA Skills Review

What is the main idea of the following passage? "The sun is a star at the center of our solar system. It provides light and heat to the planets orbiting it. Without the sun, life on Earth would not be possible."

• The sun is a planet.

• The sun is essential for life on Earth.

• The sun is the largest star in the universe.

• The sun is made of gas.

Summarize the following text: "Tommy went to the park to play soccer with his friends. They played for hours and had a lot of fun. Afterward, they all went to get ice cream."

• Tommy went to the park to play soccer and then got ice cream.

• Tommy played soccer alone.

• Tommy went to the park to read a book.

• Tommy and his friends went to the park to have a picnic.

What character trait best describes Lucy if she always helps her classmates with their homework?

• Lazy

• Generous

• Shy

• Angry

Based on the story, what can you infer about the weather if everyone is wearing coats and scarves?

• It is hot outside.

• It is cold outside.

• It is raining.

• It is windy.

Compare and contrast the two texts: "Text 1: The rabbit is fast and clever. Text 2: The turtle is slow but determined."

• Both animals are fast.

• Both animals are slow.

• The rabbit is fast, while the turtle is slow.

• The turtle is clever, while the rabbit is determined.

Identify the main idea: "Bees are important for pollination. They help plants grow by transferring pollen from one flower to another."

• Bees are dangerous insects.

• Bees are important for pollination and plant growth.

• Bees make honey.

• Bees live in hives.

Summarize the following text: "Sarah loves to paint. She spends every weekend at the art studio creating new pieces. Her favorite subjects are landscapes and animals."

• Sarah dislikes painting.

• Sarah spends weekends painting landscapes and animals.

• Sarah paints only during the weekdays.

• Sarah's favorite subject is abstract art.

What character trait best describes Jack if he never gives up, even when things are difficult?

• Timid

• Persistent

• Careless

• Impatient

What can you infer about the time of day if the sky is dark and the stars are visible?

• It is morning.

• It is afternoon.

• It is evening or night.

• It is noon.

Compare and contrast the two texts: "Text 1: The lion is the king of the jungle. Text 2: The elephant is the largest land animal."

• Both animals are the largest.

• The lion is the king, while the elephant is the largest.

• Both animals are small.

• The elephant is the king, while the lion is the largest.