From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. FrankweilerChapters 5-8 (Text pgs 67-123 )

Here are this weeks Vocabulary/ Spelling Words

stealthily emblem accumulate triumphant confessed impatient quarterlyfamiliarityQuarriedabrasionsOther words:___________,________________________________________________,_____________________________________Monday Tuesday

Meet With Mr. O Meet with Mr. OBegin Chapters 5 & 6 Cont. Chapters 5 & 6Compare & Contrast (pg. 2) /__ SW: Comprehension page

(p. 3)/__ HW: HW: Lit Circle: Session 4 /__ HW: HW: Lit Circle: Session 4

Wednesday ThursdayMeet with Mr. O Meet with Mr. OCont. Chapters 7 & 8 Chapters 7 & 8

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/__ HW: HW: Lit Circle: Session 5 /__ HW: HW: Lit Circle: Session 6FridayFinish Agenda, Weekly quizzes Literal /__ Inferential /__

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Monday Seatwork–Chapter 5

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They had been gone from home for three days now. Chapter 5. Claudia and Jamie are now living at the museum. Compare and contrast Claudia’s viewpoints about being away from away from home and how Claudia’s parents are feeling right now.

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Tuesday Seatwork–Chapter 5 & Chapter 6

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1. How long had Claudia and Jamie been away from home?__________________________________________________________________________________________2. What did Jamie want to do after doing their laundry? What did Claudia think that they should do?__________________________________________________________________________________________3. What did Claudia want Jamie to look for when they were at the library?__________________________________________________________________________________________4. What were the “bumps” that Jamie and Claudia found in the pool at the fountain?__________________________________________________________________________________________5. What image did Claudia and Jamie see on the velvet?__________________________________________________________________________________________6. What did this symbol stand for?__________________________________________________________________________________________7. Why were Claudia and Jamie going to use a typewriter?_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________8. What did they write to the head of the Museum?_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler

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Simile A simile uses the words “like” or “as” to compare one object or idea with another to suggest they are alike. Example: busy as a bee

In chapter four the author uses a simile to describe how hungry the children were. Find that simile and list it below. Write another simile about your stomach or Write a simile that describes Claudia’s feeling about being unwashed.Chapter 4 simile ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Your own simile _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Personification   A figure of speech in which human characteristics are given to an animal or an object.  Example: My teddy bear gave me a hug.

At the end chapter five the author uses personification. Find that example and list it below. Create another example of personification.Chapter 5 Personification ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Your own personification ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Idioms word combinations which have a different meaning than the literal meanings of each word. Example: A piece of Cake

In the beginning of Chapter 5 Jamie uses an idiom (page 76). Find that example, list it below and interpret what it really means. Think of another idiom. Write it down and describe what it means.

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Thursday Seatwork–Chapter 5 Pages 67-87

Sequence the Chapter by number the events as they occurred

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Once there, they asked the lady at the information boother where they could find books on Michelangelo.

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As they were walking up the steps, Jamie spied a Hershey’s almond bar still in its wrapper lying in the corner of the landing.

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The men left, turning off the lights as they did so. Jamie heard the door close before he melted. Legs first.

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They had been gone from home for three days now.

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Jamie said, ” Let’s go to the TV deparment of Bloomingdale’s and watch TV.”

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Claudia assigned to Jamie the task of looking through the books of photographs of Michelangelo’s work to find picture of Angel.

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They were moving Angel.

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Together they collected $2.87.

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They went to sleep then.Michelangelo, Angel, and the entire Italian Renaissance waited for them until morning.

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She suggested they play in Central Park for a while.

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From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler –Chapter 5 & 8

1. What name did Jamie use when he signed his name at the postoffice?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2. What close calls did Claudia and Jamie have in chapter six? How did they handle them?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. When they were buying tickets for the U.N. tour, what excusesdid the kids use for why they were not in school?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________4. What 3 possibilities did the museum’s letter give that couldpossibly solve the mystery of the statue?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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5. What might have happened if Jamie’s friend, Bruce had gone into the mastaba and discovered Claudia and Jamie?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

6. How was Jamie’s sense of humor revealed when he filled out the form for renting a post office box?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

7. Discuss the saying “You can’t have your cake and eat it too”. How does this relate to the conversation Claudia and Jamie have on page 111________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

8. What did Claudia learn from her tour of the United Nations? How was it different from what Jamie learned?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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1 From the Mixed up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler Fact and Opinion __/15

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Which of these sentences is a fact?

A.Everyone should see the Star Wars movies. B.Star Wars is the best movie ever made. C.Star Wars has earned millions of dollars. D.Star Wars has exciting special effects.

The Lodge at Trout Lake

     Come and stay at Trout Lake and enjoy the natural wonders. You can fish for rainbow trout off the dock or rent a rowboat or canoe. The lake is perfect for swimming in the summer and skating in winter. There are also lots of hiking trails. After a day of fun, our cozy lodge will be waiting for you. Whether you come alone or with friends or family, you will find all the comforts of home.

The Lodge

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     The cedar lodge was built in 1910. It stays toasty warm in winter and cool in the summer. The great stone fireplace in the central living area is a perfect place for visiting. Guests often like to gather there in the evenings to relax and make new friends. We have comfy single rooms as well as larger rooms for two to four people. There are no TVs or telephones in the rooms. All the rooms have electrical outlets if you want to plug in your computer.     The dining room at the north end of the lodge seats 50 and looks out onto the lake. Our chef is a master at preparing mouth-watering Pacific Northwest meals.

The Lake

     There are no motorboats allowed on the lake. This means the water is pure and clean for swimming. The lake sometimes freezes in the winter, with ice that is thick enough to skate on! The area warms up in the summer to make it just right for swimming. If you like to fish, there are plenty of trout for the taking. With the Cascade Mountains in the background, the lake is among the most scenic you will find.     Look no further for the perfect getaway spot! A vacation at Trout Lake, no matter what time of year, is one you will always remember. 2. Which of these sentences from the passage is an opinion?

A.The great stone fireplace in the central living area is a perfect place for visiting. B.All the rooms have electrical outlets if you want to plug in your computer. C.You can fish for rainbow trout off the dock or rent a rowboat or canoe. D.The dining room at the north end of the lodge seats 50 and looks out onto the lake.

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Identify the sentence that states a fact from

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the passage.

A.Whether you come alone or with friends or family, you will find all the comforts of home.

B.A vacation at Trout Lake, no matter what time of year, is one you will always remember.

C.The lake sometimes freezes in the winter, with ice that is thick enough to skate on!

D.Our chef is a master at preparing mouth-watering Pacific Northwest meals. 4. Which of these is a fact that can be added to the passage?

A. Locals say swimming at Trout Lake feels more refreshing than other lakes around. B.Spend a morning dangling y our feet off the dock, & your stress will just melt

away. C.Wildlife in the area includes raccoons, deer, and occasionally brown bears. D.The sunrise over Trout Lake is not to be missed, with its brilliant reds and pinks.

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Which of these sentences is a fact?

A. Ice Age is a much better movie than Transformers. B.Transformers and Ice Age were big summer movies. C. Ice Age is the funniest movie you will ever see. D.The movie Transformers has a lot of boring robots in it.

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Which

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of these sentences is an opinion?

A.Fresh foods may spoil faster than frozen foods. B.Frozen foods taste as good as fresh foods. C.Fresh foods, like bananas, can be frozen. D.Frozen foods have more salt than fresh foods.

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     Paul's Energy Shake is perfect for people on the go. It has everything you ne

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ed for a balanced meal, and you can mix it in under a minute. One scoop, when added to eight ounces of whole milk, gives you 320 calories. It als

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o has plenty of vitamins to give you a burst of energy. We know you will love the fresh taste. Paul's two yummy flavors, chocolate and vanilla, are

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sure to please. It mixes up easily in a blender and will go down smoothly. Do not settle for just OK when it comes to your energy drink. Paul's En

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ergy Shake will give you a boost and satisfy your cravings. Try Paul's today. You will be glad you did!

Identify the sentence that states

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a fact from the passage.

A. It has what you need for a balanced meal, and you can mix it in under a minute. B.Paul's Energy Shake will give you a boost and satisfy your cravings. C.One scoop, when added to 8 ounces of whole milk, gives you 320 calories.

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Which of these sentences is a fact?

A.Good soil is always full of earthworms. B.Soil is the most important part of plant growth. C.Dark, clumpy soil is the best soil to use. D.Soil gives plants nutrients to grow.

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     The Jonas Brothers are a

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popular band made up of three brothers. Their names are Kevin, Joe, and Nick. They have been writing songs since 2003. Many peopl

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e have been following their music since Nick released his first album in 2004. The brothers then released their first album as a group in

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2006. Since then, they have released two more albums. They have many fans all over the world that attend their concerts. The Jona

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s Brothers have put on the best shows. These brothers really know how to entertain.

Which of these sentences is an opinion

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? A. "The brothers then released their first album as a group in 2006." B."They have many fans all over the world that attend their concerts." C."The Jonas Brothers are a popular band made up three brothers." D. "The Jonas Brothers have put on the best shows."

A Special Day for Children

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     Mustafa Kemal Ataturk built the Republic of Turkey. He loved children and made April 23rd Children's Day. On this day, children from all over Turkey come to the capital city, Ankara. A few of them get to run the government for a day. This is done to tell people about the importance of children in society. Children dress in beautiful new clothes and shoes. Many of them get to act in plays. The plays are great fun to watch. Children's Day is the best holiday in Turkey.10. Which sentence from the passage above contains an opinion?

A."The plays are great fun to watch." B."A few of them get to run the government for a day." C."Many of them get to act in plays." D."Mustafa Kemal Ataturk built the Republic of Turkey."

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Which sentence from the passage above is a fact?

A. "Children dress in beautiful new clothes and shoes." B."Children's Day is the best holiday in Turkey." C."He loved children and made April 23rd Children's Day." D. "The plays are great fun to watch."

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     When people imagine the desert they think

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of only rocks, dirt, and the heat. The desert is actually home to many living things. Many animals such as snakes, hawks, and mice live in the desert. All of these animals

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enjoy the desert heat. Desert plants such as cactus, shrubs, and grasses are used as homes and also for food. All of these living things depend on each other to survive.

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Deserts are full of interesting and beautiful things.

Which sentence from the passage contains an opinion?

A."Deserts are full of interesting and beautiful things." B."The desert is actually home to many living things." C."Desert plants such as cactus, yucca, shrubs, and grasses are used

as homes and also for food." D."All of these living things depend on each other to survive."

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Which of these sen

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tences about The Beatles is a fact?

A.The Beatles earned millions of dollars as a musical group. B."Give Peace a Chance" is a very inspiring song. C. John Lennon was a brilliant song writer for The Beatles. D.The Beatles were the best musical group of all time.

14. Which of these sentences about Michael Jordan is an opinion?

A.Michael Jordan gives money to charities. B.Michael Jordan is the greatest athlete of all time. C.Michael Jordan played for the Bulls for 13 years. D.Michael Jordan has broken many basketball records.

15. Which of these sentences about Beyoncé is an opinion?

A.Beyoncé played Xania in the movie The Pink Panther. B.Beyoncé is the prettiest member of Destiny's Child. C.Beyoncé was born in Houston, Texas, in 1981. D.Beyoncé is one of the founding members of Destiny's Child.

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     Rain fell that night, a fine, whispering rain. Many years later, Meggie had only to close her eyes and she could still hear it. The rain tapped on the window with tiny fingers. A dog barked somewhere in the darkness. However often she tossed and turned Meggie couldn't get to sleep.      The book she had been reading was under her pillow. It pressed its cover against her ear, inviting her back into its printed pages. "I'm sure it must be very comfortable sleeping with a hard, rectangular thing like that under your head," her father had teased the first time he found a book under her pillow. "Go on, admit it, the book secretly tells its story to you at night."      "Sometimes, yes," Meggie had said. "But it only works for children."

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     The storm outside was getting worse now. Meggie could hear the wind moaning and crying. She knew she'd never be able to sleep, so Meggie sat up. She rubbed the sleep from her eyes, and took her book out from under her pillow.

1. What does the author mean by saying, "The rain tapped on the window with tiny fingers"?

A.The rain wanted to go in the house. B.The rain could barely be heard. C.The rain was young and scared. D.The rain needed a lot of attention.

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What does the author mean by saying, "Rain fell that night, a fine, whispering rai

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n"?

A.The rain was loud and scary. C. The rain fell at night.B.The rain was soft and quiet. D. The rain told many secrets.

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What does the author mean by saying, "Meggie could hear the wind moaning and cr

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ying"?

A.The wind was feeling sad. C. The wind was being ignored.B.The wind was blowing hard. D. The wind was needing help.

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What does the author mean by saying, "It pressed its cover against her ear inviting her ba

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ck into its printed pages"?

A.The book was closed and did not want to be opened. C. The book was tired and ready

to finally go to sleep.B.The book was trying to persuade

Meggie to read it. D. The book liked the softness of Meggie's pillow.

     Jenny knelt down behind the dining room table as quiet as a whisper. The glow from the candle lit the room. Shadows leapt like goblins across the walls as the wind from the outside crept under the front door.      She approached the Christmas tree trying not to make any noise, but the boards from the floor squeaked with each step she took. She closed her eyes and waited for them to quiet. One by one she began to place the gifts under the tree. Suddenly, the wind blew again. It shrieked like a mad beast outside of the door. The shadows thrown from her candle stretched out like fingers crawling against the floor. This was the scariest Christmas Jenny had ever known.

5. Why does the author compare the shrieking wind to a mad beast in the last paragraph?

A. to show that the wind scares Jenny C. to describe how fast a mad

beast can moveB. to suggest that Jenny has a pet

beast D. to explain why Jenny is being sneaky

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"The shadows thrown

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from her candle stretched out like fingers crawling against the floor."

What phrase in this sentence is a simi

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le?

A."against the floor" B."The shadows thrown from her candle stretched out like fingers" C."The shadows thrown from her candle" D."fingers crawling against the floor"

7. Jorge never gets anything less than the highest grade on his report card. In fact, he helps to tutor kids after class if they need it. The teacher says that Jorge is as sharp as a tack.

"Jorge is as sharp as a tack" is another way of saying that Jorge

A. is somewhat mean. C. is not careful.B. is very smart. D. is small and pointy.

The Magic ManI met a magician from Maryland, Who had helped train the famous Houdini.With just one wave of his whispering wand,He made a dreadful dog disappear.

8. The words "Who," "had," "helped," and "Houdini" in the second line are examples of

A.onomatopoeia. C.metaphor. B. rhyme scheme. D.alliteration.

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     The rain flooded the creek until

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fish and turtles could be seen on the shore. Bits of bark and branch floated on the surface like ice in a drink. I could alrea

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dy hear the river calling to me through the back door screen. I ran to my room to get my galoshes, raincoat, and cano

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e. It was the perfect weather for a quick trip down the river.

Which sentence from the passage abov

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e makes something seem human?

A."It was the perfect weather for a quick trip down the river." B."The rain flooded the creek until fish and turtles could be seen on the

shore." C."Bits of bark and branch floated on the surface like ice in a drink." D."I could already hear the river calling to me through the back door

screen." 10.

Doris' new baby sister Kelly was getting all of the attention. She hadn't been in the house a week, and it seemed that everyone forgot that Doris lived there, too. Then, Doris' mother asked Doris if she wanted to hold Kelly. Doris got really excited and nervous. She held Kelly and even made her laugh. The baby was as cuddly as a kitten. Doris never wanted to let her go.

"The baby was as cuddly as a kitten" is another way of saying the baby

A.cried out when it was touched C. did not want to be held.B.was very friendly and soft. D. was making noises like a cat.

     Gavin and Grandad were fishing for mackerel from the harbor wall when the seal popped its head out of the water. For a moment Gavin thought it was a loose float bobbing about. Then he saw two big eyes. The seal's dark eyes laughed at Gavin.      Grandad hadn't seen the seal because he was putting his tackle away. The hooks they were using shined when the sun hit them. The harbor wasn't the best place to fish, but there wasn't time to go anywhere else between Gavin coming out of school and getting home to cook tea. Still, they'd been lucky that afternoon. Gavin had hooked into a half-size mackerel almost at once. Perhaps he should have thrown it back, but he'd kept it because they might not get anything else.     The ships in the harbor yawned in the lazy day. Gavin and Grandad could barely stay

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awake themselves. The tide gurgled and burped against the side of their boat. Even the sun was covered up by a set of gray clouds.      Now Grandad picked up the half-size fish. Gavin took it from him and tossed it to the seal. The seal wasn't trained in an aquarium, so it didn't reach up and catch the fish in midair. It just snapped it up as it hit the water. Then the seal dived out of sight.     A few seconds later, the seal popped its head out of the water again. The mackerel's tail was sticking out of the corner of its mouth until the seal threw its head back and sort of gargled it down.     "You're welcome," said Gavin.     The seal blinked, as if it hadn't expected to be spoken to like that.     "See you soon," said Gavin. The seal seemed to nod before it dove out of sight.

11. Which line makes something seem human that is not human?

A."Gavin took it from him and tossed it to the seal." B."Gavin had hooked into a half-size mackerel almost at once." C."The mackerel's tail was sticking out of the corner of its mouth." D."The tide gurgled and burped against the side of their boat."

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Which sentence from the story gives the seal a human quality?

A."The seal wasn't trained in an aquarium." B."The seal's dark eyes laughed at Gavin." C."The seal popped its head out of the water." D."Still, they'd been lucky that afternoon."

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Which

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sentence from the story gives something a human quality?

A."The hooks they were using shined when the sun hit them." B."Even the sun was covered up by a set of gray clouds." C."The ships in the harbor yawned in the lazy day." D. "Gavin and Grandad could barely stay awake themselves."

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3 From the Mixed up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler Exaggeration __/15

     America has a lot of theme parks. Six Flags Magic Mountain is located near Los Angeles. Six Flags Great America is near Chicago and has a new ride called Superman. It makes people feel like they are flying. People need about eight hours of sleep each night. Walt Disney World in Florida has four parks and great rides like Space Mountain. Universal Studios Islands of Adventure has a Spiderman ride that uses 3-D film. Sea World in San Diego and Orlando features Shamu the killer whale.

1. Which sentence in the paragraph above does not belong?

A.America has a lot of theme parks. B.People need about eight hours of sleep each night. C.Six Flags Magic Mountain is located near Los Angeles. D.Six Flags Great America is near Chicago and has a new ride called

Superman. Paul Bunyan and His Logging Camp

     Paul Bunyan had seven loggers at his logging camp. One winter, it got so cold that the loggers let their beards grow. The beards grew long enough to wrap around them for warmth. In the spring, the men cut their beards off. The whiskers were stacked like hay

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and sold for making mattresses.

     Paul didn't have enough workers to do all the tasks that needed doing. So he trained some giant ants to do logging work. These ants weighed over 2,000 pounds. The ants worked hard for many hours. They were very tired when the work was done.

     The loggers ate so many pancakes that the cook couldn't make them fast enough. The blacksmith made a big griddle. That griddle was so large, you couldn't see across it. The batter was mixed in giant barrels.

2. Which sentence from the passage contains an exaggeration? A.Paul didn't have enough workers to do all the tasks that needed doing. B.Paul Bunyan had seven loggers at his logging camp. C.The beards grew long enough to wrap around them for warmth. D. In the spring, the men cut their beards off.

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Which sentence contains an exaggeration?

A.The ants worked hard for many hours. B.These ants weighed over 2,000 pounds. C.Paul didn't have enough workers. D.They were very tired when the work was done.

Spaghetti by H. TorresI'm making spaghetti that reaches to the sun,Spaghetti that's sure to weigh much more than a ton,Spaghetti that's too long to slurp into my mouth,Spaghetti that's wider than any state down south.

Because the spaghetti noodles are so very long,Cooking them in a normal-sized pan would be wrong,I'll have to cook them in the Pacific Ocean,

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Heating the water using a boiling potion.

I'm adding juicy meatballs to the spaghetti,Sprinkling the noodles with blended cheese confetti,Topping with tomato sauce from the grocery store,Eating spaghetti is something I just adore.

4. Which line is an example of exaggeration?

A. I'm adding juicy meatballs to the spaghetti B. Spaghetti that's sure to weigh much more than a ton C. Eating spaghetti is something I just adore D. Topping with tomato sauce from the grocery store

Meet Tony Beaver

     One of the biggest heroes of West Virginia is a man named Tony Beaver. Long ago, Tony's family moved to the Appalachian Mountains. They built a log cabin on top of one of the wooded hills.     All of the Beaver children were big and healthy, but Tony was extra big. One day, Ma finally told him it was time for him to leave home and make it on his own. So Tony left. As he walked, he took big strides from one mountaintop to the next. In his travels, he came to Turtle Cove while Big Bill Simpson was having a wood-chopping contest. Tony decided to try wood-chopping.     On the ready signal, Tony brought his ax down so hard that it just broke that big hickory tree as if it were a matchstick. And that was the way Tony got into the lumbering business.     Tony perfected his skill so that he could cut down two trees with each swing! When he got bored with that, he would just pull the trees out by the roots.      In his long life, Tony had many adventures. And even now, Tony Beaver is still talked about in the hills of West Virginia.

5. Which idea from the passage is an exaggeration?A.He would just pull the trees out by

the roots. C. Even now, Tony Beaver is still talked about.

B. In his travels, he came to Turtle Cove. D. Tony decided to try his hand at

wood-chopping. 6.

Which phrase from th

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e passage contains an exaggeration?

A. is still talked about in the hills of West Virginia B.built a log cabin on top of one of the wooded hills C. took big strides from one mountaintop to the next D.while big Bill Simpson was having a wood-chopping contest

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Which idea from the passage is an exaggeration?

A.Tony got into the lumbering business. B. It was time for him to go out on his own. C.He could cut down two trees with each swing.

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D. In his long life, Tony had many adventures. Dear Aunt Deb,

     How is your family? I'm looking forward to seeing you soon. Mom and Dad bought me a new kitten. I like playing with him, but sometimes he can act very silly. He likes to climb things, but sometimes he can't get back down. Last week, he climbed on the roof of the house and got stuck. He sounded just like herd of elephants running around up there. My dad got a ladder and was able to get him down. I don't know what makes him do things like that. He must have a brain the size of a peanut. He may cause some trouble, but I love him anyway. I'll send you a picture of him.

Your nephew,

Blake

8. Read this sentence from the passage."He must have a brain the size of a peanut."

This sentence uses exaggeration. Which best explains the meaning of this sentence?

A.The kitten does dumb things. C. The kitten has a small head. B.The kitten likes to eat peanuts. D. The kitten cannot climb things.

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Which sentence from the passage contains an exaggeration?

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A.He likes to climb things, but sometimes he can't get back down. B.Last week, he climbed on the roof of the house and got stuck. C. I like playing with him, but sometimes he does very silly things. D.He sounded just like a herd of elephants running around up there.

10. Managing money is an important skill for adults. But how do adults learn to manage money? Some learned about money when they were children if their parents gave them an allowance.      An allowance gives children a chance to learn about earning, saving, and spending money. Parents can choose the best way to give the money to the child. Many parents have a set of chores that kids can complete for money. This system can teach kids the value of money if they have to work for it.     "I asked my son to clean up his room a million times," said one mother. "After I started offering an allowance, he kept his room clean on his own. He wants to earn the money so he can save up and buy a cool toy."

Which sentence from the passage contains an exaggeration?A.This system can teach kids the value of money if they have to work for it. B.Many parents have a set of chores that kids can complete for money. C. "I asked my son to clean up his room a million times," said one mother. D. "He wants to earn the money so he can save up and buy a cool toy."

11. Taking proper care of your car can be a lot of work. It must be regularly washed to protect the finish. Waxing is a good idea if you live in a place with long winters. The oil must be changed every 3000 miles. Humans are taller than they were a thousand years ago. The tires should be rotated once every few years. It is a good idea to vacuum the interior of your car and wipe off the windows. The windshield wipers should be replaced every three years. Just when you finish all of that, you will have to buy new tires!

Which sentence in the paragraph above gets off the subject of car care?

A. Taking proper care of your car can be a lot of work. B. Humans are taller than they were a thousand years ago. C. It is a good idea to vacuum the interior of your car and wipe off the windows. D. The tires should be rotated once every few years.

     London is a very interesting city. All of its museums are free. There are many amazing things to see in the museums. Famous artwork and ancient things are found there. London has many beautiful palaces and even an old castle. Chicago has many tall buildings. London is located on the River Thames. The most famous bridge in London is the Tower Bridge. It was built with stone towers. The London Eye is a giant Ferris wheel that tourists can ride to get a good view of the city. London has red double-decker buses and red phone booths and red post boxes.

12. Which sentence in the paragraph above does not belong?

A.The most famous bridge is the Tower Bridge. C. Chicago has many tall buildings.

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B. It is located on the River Thames. D. It was built with stone towers. 13. Which sentence contains an exaggeration?

A.The people were waiting for a big finish. B.Marcel finished the race in eight days. C.The temperature was about 11 degrees. D.A zillion people lined the main street.

14. Dear Grandma,

I'm sorry I haven't written in a while. I've been pretty busy. I have a part in the school play. We're doing "You're a Good Man,

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Charlie Brown," and I play Linus. Also, I've been playing baseball with some kids from school. It's not a real team or anything. We just goof around. But it's really fun. I have also been teac

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hing myself tricks with my yo-yo. I'm getting pretty good at it! You'd probably be impressed. Yesterday, I taught myself this trick called a somersault. I showed it to my friend Leon and his

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little brother Mark. After I did a few tricks, Mark said that I was the best yo-yo player in the world. That sure made me feel good. I'm thinking someday I'd like to compete in yo-yo contests.

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If I'm good enough at it, I could make a lot of money.

Well, that's it for now. I miss you, Grandma.

Love,

Danny

Which idea from the letter is an exampl

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e of exaggeration?

A. I was the best yo-yo player in the world. B.Someday I'd like to compete in yo-yo contests. C. I taught myself this trick called a somersault. D. I've been playing baseball with some kids from school.

15. Which sentence contains an exaggeration?

A.Teams in the famous race travel through many miles of wilderness. B.The famous dogsled race goes from downtown Anchorage to Nome. C.The sky in Alaska was so clear that he could see all the way to China. D.Sledders in Alaska may run into dangers such as wild animals.

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