3rd Grade TCAP Review

SPI Specific

Which word has the same sound as the underlined letters in "caught"?

A. throughB. laughC. brightD. fought

Answer: D

Which word has the same sound as the underlined letter in "getting"?

A. pageB. flagC. laughD. giant

Answer: B

Which word has the same sound as the underlined letters in "marching"?

A. walkingB. stomachC. chimneyD. cutting

Answer: C

Which of the following words has the same sound as the underlined letters in "dirt’’?

A. TripB. FireC. WorkD. Part

Answer: C

Identify the capitalized part of the following sentence: Let's MEET AT MY HOME LATER.

A. simple subjectB. complete subjectC. simple predicateD. complete predicate

Answer: D

Select the letter that corresponds to the subject of the following sentence: Our English class will take a field trip next month.

A. EnglishB. classC. tripD. month

Answer: B

Choose the description that applies to the capitalized portion of the following sentence: BRING your books to class.

A. simple subjectB. complete subjectC. simple predicateD. complete predicate

Answer: C

Read this paragraph. He said, “Look out your window.” I went to the window and looked out. There was Uncle Joe. He was holding a big cake with eight candles on it. I opened the door and let him in. Which is the best topic sentence to add to the beginning of this paragraph?

A. My dad told me there was a surprise for my birthday.

B. We had chocolate ice cream to eat with my birthday cake.

C. Uncle Joe bought a cake for my birthday.

D. I wondered what I would get for my eighth birthday.

Answer: A

Read this paragraph. It is good exercise. Most of the kids I know like to run. Many adults run too. Even some very old adults are good runners. Which is the best topic sentence to add to the beginning of this paragraph?

A. Running is great for people of all ages.

B. Everyone needs to get exercise. C. All you need is a pair of running shoes. D. My big brother can run ten miles.

Answer: A

Read this paragraph. He wore a tall black hat. He did lots of tricks. He pulled a real rabbit out of his hat. Then he made the rabbit disappear. It was amazing! Which is the best topic sentence to add to the beginning of this paragraph?

A. I learned how to do a magic trick.

B. He never told us how he did these things.

C. His handkerchief turned into a bunch of flowers.

D. I saw a man put on a magic show.

Answer: D

Read this topic sentence for a paragraph. Automobile safety has improved over the years. Which of these details best supports this topic sentence?

A. The first school buses were wagons pulled by horses.

B. Cars today have seat belts to protect the passengers.

C. Trains are a fast way to get from one place to another.

D. Cars that use less gas are becoming more popular.

Answer: B

Read this paragraph. Tea is the world’s most popular drink. It is served in many countries, from China to India to the United States. People enjoy it steaming hot or ice cold. Which of these best supports the first sentence in the paragraph?

A More people drink tea than all other kinds of drinks put together.

B There are several kinds of tea, including green, black, and white.

C Farmers began growing tea in Asia many hundreds of years ago.

D To make tea, put dried tea leaves in boiling water for a few minutes.

Answer: A

Read this paragraph about Roberto Clemente. 1. Roberto Clemente, who was born in Puerto Rico, became famous as a baseball player. 2. Clemente was very good at baseball, but he was even more successful off the field. 3. He did everything he could to help feed the hungry and help others in need. 4. Clemente traveled all over the country with his baseball team, the Pittsburgh Pirates. 5. In honor of his work, the “Roberto Clemente Award” is given every year to a baseball player who shows the same spirit of service that Clemente did. Which sentence does not belong in this paragraph?

A. sentence 2 B. sentence 3 C. sentence 4 D. sentence 5

Answer: C

Read this paragraph. One of the sentences is out of order.

1. Tina planted tomato seeds in her garden. 2. She watered the seeds each day. 3. Soon small plants poked out of the soil. 4. After a while, each flower fell off and a tomato took its place. 5. Later the plants had yellow flowers. Which sentence belongs at the end of the paragraph?

Which sentence belongs at the end of the paragraph?

A. sentence 1

B. sentence 2

C. sentence 3

D. sentence 4

Answer: D

Read this paragraph. The sentences are out of order. 1. First, I learned to write my name. 2. Now, I can write a whole story. 3. Next, I could write some words. 4. Later, I was able to join a few words to make a sentence. What is the correct order for the sentences in this paragraph?

What is the correct order for the sentences in this paragraph?

A. 1, 3, 4, 2

B. 2, 3, 4, 1

C. 3, 4, 2, 1

D. 4, 3, 1, 2

Answer: A

Read these sentences about a big storm. 1. Then the clouds rolled in. 2. The morning started out sunny. 3. Soon it was raining. 4. The rain came down harder and harder. 5. Finally, the rain stopped. 6. Then there was a rainbow in the sky. Which sentence should come first?

Which sentence should come first?

A. Sentence 1 B. Sentence 2 C. Sentence 3 D. Sentence 4

Answer: B

Read this paragraph with its sentences out of order.

1. Before I knew it, school was over for the summer. 2. The days grew colder, and the nights got longer. 3. Finally, spring came and the weather was mild again. 4. The leaves turned bright colors and fell from the trees.

Which is the correct order of the sentences in the paragraph?

A. 1, 4, 3, 2

B. 2, 3, 1, 4

C. 4, 1, 3, 2

D. 4, 2, 3, 1

Answer: D

Which statement is an opinion?

A I am also getting to know the other people in our group.

B Mama and Papa left a table and their iron bed frame.

C Even the thunderstorms have a special beauty.

D We have been walking along the Platte River for many days now.

Answer: C

Read the following.

It showed the outside world that the people from the town took pride in their crops.

Which sentence best explains how the reader knows this expresses the author's opinion?

A "The Corn Palace" is a passage with many opinions given by the author.

B The people in the town built The Corn Palace for a different reason.

C There is no way to prove or disprove the statement with facts.

D The author does not list the source of the information.

Answer: C

Which sentence is a fact?

A All astronauts feel happy when they see Earth.

B Cosmonauts have fun on the Mir space station.C All astronauts are lonely on long trips in space.D Cosmonauts have spent the most time in space.

Answer: D

Which sentence is a fact?

A. Learning to draw can be fun. B. A cat is easy to draw. C. A cat's nose is smaller than its eyes. D. Your friend will want to learn to draw a cat, too!

Answer: C

Where should this step be placed?

A. after Step 1

B. between Steps 2 and 3

C. between Steps 3 and 4

D. after Step 4

Answer: C

Read the steps for brushing your teeth.

Why should you follow Step 4?

A. to fill your cheeks with water

B. to keep you from being thirsty

C. to make your teeth look brighter

D. to remove toothpaste from your teeth

Answer: D

Read the steps for making chocolate milk.

What is the correct order for the steps?

A. 2, 4, 1, 3 B. 4, 2, 1, 3 C. 1, 4, 3, 2 D. Leave as is.

Answer: A

Shake, Shake, Shake! Do you enjoy the taste of ice cream? You know you can buy your favorite ice cream in a store. Did you also know that it is fun and easy to prepare your own ice cream at home? This is one way to do it.

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 2 First, ask a grownup to help. One of the supplies he or she will probably need to get for you is rock salt. This is not the kind of salt you put on your food. Using it is an important step in helping your ice cream become cold.3 There are other things you will need to gather. You will need two strong plastic bags. They should have a closing that works like a zipper. You will need one large (gallon) bag and one small (quart) bag. Get some ice cubes, too. You will also need measuring cups and spoons, salt, whipping cream, sugar, and vanilla flavoring. The vanilla flavoring smells wonderful, but it doesn't taste good by itself. You will also need some paper towels to clean up any messes as you go along.4 Once you have all your supplies, you will be ready to begin making your ice cream. First, put ice cubes into the large bag. Fill the bag a little more than halfway. Measure out 1/4 cup of rock salt, and pour it over the ice cubes in the bag. Close the bag, and set it aside until later.5 Next, measure out 1/2 cup of whipping cream and pour it into the small bag. Add 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1/4 teaspoon of the vanilla extract to the cream. If you like, you can also add little pieces of candy like peppermint or chocolate chips. Tightly close the small bag. Shake it until everything seems well mixed.6 Now, place the small bag inside the large bag containing the ice. Close the large bag. Shake, shake, shake, and shake some more! If you get tired, ask for help. It is more fun if you have someone sharing the job of shaking the bag with you. After about 5 minutes of shaking, the ice-cream mixture will start to thicken. If you can't wait, you can eat it when it is like a thick milkshake. If you are patient, though, shake the bag some more, and the ice cream will get harder. You might need to shake the bag for 15 or 20 minutes. Once the mixture has hardened, you can enjoy a bowl of ice cream or an ice-cream cone. Any way you eat it, it's so good!7 Now that you know how to make this delicious treat, invite some friends over for an ice-cream party. You might ask each person to bring his or her favorite topping to share. Everyone can help with the shaking. Everyone will enjoy eating something they helped to make!

Which of the following belongs in the blank?

A. Pour rock salt over ice cubes in bag

B. Add pieces of candy to the one-gallon bag

C. Place whipping cream in the one-quart bag

D. Fill bag a little more than halfway

Answer: A

What is the author's main purpose in writing this poem?

A To entertain the reader with thoughts about laughing

B To explain to the reader how to tell a good joke

C To persuade the reader to laugh

D To tell the reader which ideas are funny

Answer: A

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Dear Cousin Fran 1 I am so excited about coming to see you! I didn't get no sleep last night. We will be there in less than too days. My mom and dad will take turns reading the map and driving our new truck. I hope your dad will cook us his famous barbecue beef. It tastes so __________! 2 When were in town, I hope we can go in your pool. Is it warm enough for swimming yet? I will bring my swimsuit and goggles. Our visit last year was the bestest time I have ever had. I'm sure this year will be even better. 3 I will seen you soon.

Love, Cousin Benita

What was the writer’s main purpose for writing this letter?

A. to tell about her favorite food B. to ask for driving directions C to share her excitement about a visit D to explain what to wear to a swimming pool

Answer: C

Art Class What do I like most about school? I'd say art class is the best. We get to work with water colors oil paint clay and lots of other cool stuff. The main reason I like art class so much is because of my teacher. Mr. Fry is a great artist and a fine teacher. He drives a new blue car with a sun roof. Mr. Fry has been teaching for five years. At the start of the year, he learns a lot about each of his students. Then he helps us choose projects he thinks we will enjoy. He really cares about each of us. He helps us make sure that we are proud of our projects when they are done. We do our best work in art class because it is so _____.

What was probably the student’s main purpose for writing this paragraph?

A. to describe a favorite teacher B. to explain how to do an art project C. to tell an entertaining school story D. to show what he has learned

Answer: A

Othersby Harry Behn

Even though it’s rainingI don’t wish it wouldn’t.

That would be like saying

I think that it shouldn’t.

I’d rather be out playing

Than sitting hours and hours

Watching rain falling

In drips and drops and showers.

But what about the robins?

What about the flowers?

What is another good title for the poem “Others”?

A. Birds in the Sky B. So Many Flowers C. Sunny Day D. Thinking About Rain

Answer: D

Which line from the poem “Others” tells what the speaker would like to do?

A. Line 2 B. Line 5 C. Line 6 D. Line 9

Answer: B

Read the dictionary entries.

stage \stayj\ n. 1. an area in which actors present a play 2. a step or part in a list 3. the measure of length between stopping places on a trip 4. a level or story of a building

Which dictionary entry best describes what is found in a theater?

A. Entry 1

B. Entry 2

C. Entry 3

D. Entry 4

Answer: A

Karen’s class is learning about volcanoes. She wants to know the height of the tallest volcano in the world. Where would be the best place to find the information?

A. a thesaurus B. an almanac C. a dictionary D. an atlas

Answer: B

Which resource would best be used to find a SYNONYM for the word flat ?

A. an atlas B. a map C. an almanac D. a thesaurus

Answer: D

Which resource would best be used to find the correct spelling for a word?

A. an atlas B. a dictionary C. an encyclopedia D. an almanac

Answer: B

You are planning to write an article for a newspaper about how to take care of a dog.  Your purpose, as an author, is to

A. entertainB. respondC. inform

Answer: C

You have been chosen by your librarian to write a fictional story about a character who falls off his bike.  Your purpose for writing is

A. entertainB. informC. respond

Answer: A

You recently read the book The Very Hungry Catapillar by Eric Carle.  Your teacher asked you to write about a time when you were like the catapillar.  Identify the purpose for your writing.

A. to entertain

B. to inform

C. to respond to the story

D. all of the above

Answer: D

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