The Story of the Sparrows

What does offended mean in paragraph 10?

• ashamed

• concerned

• thankful

• upset

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

How does the information in paragraph 6 help determine the theme of the selection?

• It suggests it is wrong to be rude to others.

• It explains why protecting others is better than being afraid.

• It suggests it is important to avoid appearing weak to others.

• It explains why having pride can prevent others from stealing food.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

How do the sentences below from paragraph 9 help determine the theme of the selection? “You naughty sparrows! Let those snowbirds be! They are as good as you are, any day.”

• by showing how the sparrows treat the snowbirds

• by showing how Emily treats the sparrows when they come to eat

• by showing that the crumbs and seeds are important to the sparrows

• by showing that Emily believes the sparrows should get along with the snowbirds

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

What is the meaning of savage in paragraph 5?

• cruel

• friendly

• large

• smart

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

How does the information in paragraph 4 help determine the theme of the selection?

• It suggests that being too proud can make someone unkind.

• It suggests parents should be proud of their own countries.

• It explains why it is important to be cleverer than others.

• It explains why some birds are better than others.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which statement describes the sparrows’ relationships with other birds?

• Even though the sparrows dislike the way the butcher-birds’ treat them, they are unkind to the snowbirds.

• Even though the sparrows think the snowbirds are hateful, they are kind to the snowbirds because Emily likes to feed them.

• Even though the sparrows are frightened of the butcher-birds, the sparrows work hard to chase them away from their houses.

• Even though the sparrows feel upset about Emily offending them, they forgive her and share the rest of the food with the snowbirds.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Which phrase describes a grove, based on paragraphs 1 and 2?

• a group of trees

• a collection of buildings

• a group of large houses

• a collection of snowy gardens

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

What is the meaning of “make a call on Emily” in paragraph 8?

• hide from Emily

• frighten Emily

• sing for Emily

• visit Emily

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1