Reading Comprehension and Text Structure Worksheet

What is the meaning of the underlined word?

• Limited

• Excessive

• Minuscule

• Tiny

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Beekeeping can provide an enjoyable way to earn a living with the bonus of acquiring a delicious treat! Before you venture into beekeeping, be sure to follow these guidelines. 1. Read and conduct research about beekeeping. This will give you the background knowledge that is needed to be successful. 2. Purchase the right equipment. Basic beekeeping equipment includes the hive frames in which the bees will build their hives, the hive stand, a smoker, a hive tool, a veil or full beekeeper’s suit, gloves, a honey extractor, and a bee brush. 3. Purchase your bees. The safest way to do this is to purchase a colony. Otherwise, you will have to catch a swarm. This is not advised! 4. Take care of your bees. Nurture them and be careful to maintain their health. Beekeeping can be a rewarding experience if these steps are followed.

• Cause and Effect

• Problem and Solution

• Chronological Order

• Compare and Contrast

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

The U.S. military plays an important role in ensuring the freedom of millions of citizens. There are six branches of the military. A. United States Army – The United States Army is mostly a land-based unit. The Army is divided into the following three areas: cavalry, artillery, and infantry. B. United States Navy – The United States Navy operates in oceans and seas around the globe. It is the largest navy in the world. C. United States National Guard – The National Guard protects and offers support on American soil. They can be called up to respond during and after social conflicts and major weather events. Soldiers in the National Guard can also hold full-time civilian jobs. D. United States Marine Corps – The United States Marine Corps is a marine-based unit. However, they also conduct missions on land. E. United States Air Force – The United States Air Force carries out military missions by securing the air. They carry out missions on native soil and abroad. F. United States Coast Guard – The United States Coast Guard operates under the Department of Homeland Security. They conduct search and rescue missions and provide security around America’s oceanic borders. What is the author’s purpose in writing this text?

• To persuade the reader to join the military

• To describe the different branches of the military

• To share the author’s opinion of the military

• To inform the reader about the different ways to join the military

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CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

Energy drinks have been heavily advertised within the last few years. Because of this, they have become the trend among children and young adults. However, this trend comes with a lot of health concerns. Energy drinks have high amounts of caffeine that can cause a lot of problems. Drinking too much caffeine can cause high blood pressure, heart disease, and dehydration. Other ingredients in energy drinks can also cause health risks. Most of them contain large amounts of sugar, which can lead to diabetes, kidney disease, and obesity. Most young adults drink energy drinks to stay alert throughout the day. However, getting the right amount of sleep each night is the safest way to guarantee alertness without the dangerous side effects.

• Drowsy

• Intelligent

• Attentive

• Calm

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Did you know that all sushi does not contain raw fish? Most of it does, but there are a few versions that have smoked or cooked meat like salmon and crab. Traditional sushi rolls are made of raw fish, sticky rice, and seaweed. However, chefs developed sushi that would appeal to people who couldn’t stomach the idea of eating raw fish. A well-known cooked roll is the Philadelphia roll. It is made of sticky rice, smoked salmon, cream cheese, and avocado. California rolls are also a favorite. They are made of imitation crab, avocado, and cucumber. Some sushi is even fried in tempura batter. This adds texture and allows the fish and other ingredients to be cooked before it is served. If you are squeamish about raw fish, try giving cooked sushi a try.

• Not all versions of sushi include raw fish.

• Sushi includes raw fish or other raw ingredients.

• Sushi is a well-known and traditional food that is enjoyed by many.

• Sushi with cooked meat is much better than sushi with raw fish.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

What is the connection between capsaicin and chili peppers?

• Capsaicin is often served with chili peppers.

• A chili pepper’s heat is due to capsaicin.

• Capsaicin is a type of chili pepper.

• Capsaicin causes chili peppers to taste bad.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Owls are fascinating creatures. Their physical features mimic some features of humans, but some physical characteristics are vastly different. First, owls can turn their heads 270 degrees. Humans can only turn their heads about 90 degrees to each side. Humans and owls both have binocular vision, but owls cannot move their eyes around because they don’t have eyeballs! They have tube-like eyes that are fixed in place by their bones. Humans and owls are both warm-blooded vertebrates. Lastly, both humans and owls rely on their sense of hearing. An owl’s hearing is more defined, however. They rely heavily on their hearing to catch prey. Humans and owls can be nocturnal (active at night) or diurnal (active during the day). Most owls are nocturnal, however, and they hunt at night.

• Problem and Solution

• Chronological Order

• Compare and Contrast

• Cause and Effect

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

Although they are generally thought of as annoying insects, ants have distinctive characteristics that are worth mentioning. First of all, there are over 10,000 different types of ants, and they exist all over the world. Ants can live in mounds on top of the ground, underground, in trees, and in people’s homes. Ants exhibit a strong sense of teamwork. When faced with adversity, they work together to accomplish monumental tasks. Although they are small, they can bare three times their body weight. Ants live in colonies with one or more queens, and male ants only mate with the queen to produce the entire colony. Some ants in the colony are designated as worker ants. The worker ants are females that do not lay eggs. They work hard to sustain life in the colony. Ants have a unique way of communicating. They use chemicals in their bodies to advise of possible dangers or food. Ants do not have picky diets. They will eat anything from fungus to paper. Ants are small but mighty creatures.

• Ants are annoying insects.

• Ants are interesting insects with distinctive characteristics.

• Ants work hard to keep the colony alive and thriving.

• Ants will eat most anything.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Is the above account of the Great Chicago Fire a firsthand or secondhand account, and how do you know?

• Firsthand account because it is written from someone who experienced the event

• Firsthand account because it is written based on research by someone who did not experience the event

• Secondhand account because it is written from someone who experienced the event

• Secondhand account because it is written based on research by someone who did not experience the event

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.3.10

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

Distracted driving is a serious problem. Distracted driving includes eating or drinking, using technology while driving, or any activity that takes the driver’s full attention away from driving. Distracted driving is a major cause of car accidents. There are three types of driving distractions. A manual distraction is the first type. A manual distraction takes place when the driver releases control of the vehicle’s steering wheel. This normally happens when drivers are using cell phones, eating, or drinking. A visual distraction includes anything where the driver’s eyes are taken away from the road. This includes cell phones, but it can also include passengers in the vehicle. Cognitive distractions occur when the driver loses focus while driving. Cell phones are a common cognitive distractor, as well as passengers and gadgets within the car. Distracted driving has serious consequences. Drivers should always focus on the road and put safety first.

• Sixteen-year-old drivers have higher crash rates than drivers of any other age.

• Only 44% of teenagers said that they would speak up if someone was driving in a way that scared them.

• In 2015, there were over 3,000 people killed and an estimated 391,000 injured in motor vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers.

• The number of people with a driver’s license in the United States increased from 167 million in 1990 to around 222 million in 2016.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1