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Third Grade3rd Quarter

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Which sentence is written correctly?

A. Amelia practices the piano least often than her sister does.

B. I had to wait longest for the bus this morning than I usually do.

C. The history project was the more difficult thing I have ever done.

D. Tony can play basketball better now than he could a few years ago.

Answer: D



Letter to Fran

10 Maple Avenue Springfield, TNMay 30, 2008

Dear Cousin Fran, 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 delicious!

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. I will seen you soon.

Love, Cousin Benita


Read this sentence from the letter.

Our visit last year was the bestest time I have ever had.

Which is the best way to correct this sentence?

A.Our visit last year was the goodest time I have ever had. B. Our visit last year was the good time I have ever had.

C. Our visit last year was the best time I have ever had.

D. Our visit last year was the better time I have ever had.

Answer: C



Read these two sentences.

Gail plays soccer. Brian plays tennis.

Which is the best way to join them into one compound sentence?

A. Gail plays soccer, Brian plays tennis.

B. Gail and Brian play soccer and tennis.

C. Gail plays soccer, and Brian plays tennis.

D. Gail and Brian, soccer and tennis they play.

Answer: C



Read this paragraph Mia wrote.

I went to the mall with my dad. He bought me a pair of shoes. He bought me a coloring book. He bought me a game. Then we had lunch in the food court. I had a great day!

Which is the best way to combine the three sentences about the things Mia’s dad bought for her?

A.He bought me a pair of shoes, a coloring book, a game.

B.He bought me a pair of shoes, a coloring book, and a game.

C.

He bought me a pair of shoes, he bought me a coloring book, he bought me a game.

D.

He bought me a pair of shoes, and he bought me a coloring book, and he bought me a game.

Answer: B




A. Its supposed to be sunny tomorrow for the baseball game.

B. The house looked beautiful in its new coat of paint.

C. The book was long, but it’s story was interesting.

D. I dislike spinach because of it’s taste.

Answer: B




A. I have read many of there books.

B. The snack tray is over their on the table.

C. We never found out where they got they’re dog.

D. The twins helped their parents make dinner.

Answer: D



Read this sentence.

We didn’t have no time for recess today.

Which is the correct way to write this sentence?

A. We dint have no time for recess today.

B. We didn’t half no time for recess today.

C. We didn’t have any time for recess today.

D. We didn’t have no time four recess today.

Answer: C



Read this sentence.

There are too new boys in my class.

Which is the correct way to write this sentence?

A. There are too new boys' in my class.

B. There are two new boys in my class.

C. There are too knew boys in my class.

D. There are too new boy’s in my class.

Answer: B



Read this sentence.

Do you want a _________ apple or just a ________ of one?

Which pair of words makes the sentence correct?

A. hole, piece

B. whole, peace

C. whole, piece

D. hole, peace

Answer: C



Third Grade Story

1Mike is in third grade. He was just one of the kids in Ms. Brown's class. Then something special happened. Mike became a superhero! How did it happen? It all started when Mike was on his way home from school. 2It was a rainy day. Then it got very dark. The woman from outer space gave him super powers. Suddenly Mike saw a rocket ship streak across the sky. The rocket ship crashed into the pond. The pond was behind Mike's house. He ran to the edge of the pond to get a good look. The ground was muddy from the rain. Mike began sliding down the muddy hill. He could not stop himself. Splash! He landed in the water. 3The water was glowing like a bright light. The pilot of the rocket ship was a woman from outer space. Mike helped her push her rocket out of the pond. Then she touched him gently on his head. There was a flash of light. All of a sudden Mike felt very strong. Mike knew he had homework to do. The pilot climbed back into her rocket ship. Then she said, "You are very special now. You are as strong as ten men. You can fly like a bird. Be sure to use your powers to do right and to _____ against wrong. Goodbye."


A. to inform readers

B. to entertain readers

C. to solve a tricky problem

D. to describe a muddy pond

Why did the student probably write this story?

Answer: B



State Nicknames

1 Each state has a nickname. Most states have state birds, state flowers, and state trees, too. Tennessee has had a few nicknames. The one that seems to have stuck best is "The Volunteer State." This name comes from long ago. 2 In 1776, we were at war with Britain. We were fighting to win our independence. This was called the American Revolution. When the war was over, the U.S. was a free country at last! After many years of fighting, the war ended. 3 In less than 30 years, the two countries were at war again. This time, the fight was called the War of 1812. One of the strongest leaders was General Andrew Jackson. He was from Tennessee. Many of the soldiers he led were volunteers from his state. That is how the state came to be known as "The Volunteer State."


What was the author's main purpose for writing this passage?

A. to give information

B. to tell an exciting story

C. to convince people to visit Tennessee

D. to describe a brave general named Andrew Jackson

Answer: A



Note to Jack

Jack, I am sorry you couldn't make it to the party. We had a really good time. All of the guys in our class were there. After dinner, we got to make ice cream sundaes. First, we played touch football. Then we sat down to eat. My dad made his famous barbecued ribs. We had so much left over that we invited the neighbors to come and join us.

Your friend, Marcelo

A. to invite a friend to a party

B. to share the experience of a party

C. to explain how to make a sundae

D. to introduce a friend to new neighbors

Answer: B



Read this part of a letter.

Dear First Street School Boosters,

Please keep in mind that school starts next week. Be sure your kids have forms from their doctors. We look forward to seeing you all on September 6 at the Back-to-School Night Blast.

Who is the most likely audience for this letter?

A. students

B. parents

C. teachers

D. principals

Answer: B



Read this part of a note.

Meet me at 3:30 at the back door of the school. We can walk home together. My dad is off from work today. He can drive us to soccer practice. Who is the most likely audience for this letter?

A. a student

B. a parent

C. a teacher

D. a coach

Answer: A



The main audience for your writing about how you are like the caterpillar in The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle is:

A. teacher

B. parents

C. The President of the United States

D. Eric Carle

Answer: A



The best title for your assignment about how you are like the caterpillar in the book The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle is:

A. The Caterpillar's Eating Habits

B. How a Caterpillar Becomes a Butterfly

C. The Life Cycle of a Butterfly

D. When I Had a Stomachache

Answer: D



Choose the best title for your journal entry about your favorite piece of art from the field trip.

A. My Day at the Museum

B. My Favorite Painting

C. My Favorite Part of the Field Trip

D. How to Write a Journal Entry

Answer: B



Choose the best title for your fictional story about a character that falls off his bike.

A. How to Build a Bike

B. Ben's Accident

C. Shopping for a New Bike

D. None of the Above

Answer: B



Manuel wants to write about the new laws passed by the city government. Which source would probably give him the best information?

A. a friend from school

B. a newspaper article

C. a television show

D. a short story

Answer: B



Wade wants to write a report about insects.

Which source would probably give him the best information?

A. an interview with an animal trainer

B. a friend who likes bugs

C. a television show

D. an online encyclopedia

Answer: D



Sam wants to write a report about how to plant a vegetable garden.

Which source would probably give him the best information?

A. an experienced gardener

B. a story about a beautiful garden

C. a book of garden pictures

D. a website selling garden tools

Answer: A



Emily wants to write a report about how paper is made.

Which source would probably give her the best information?

A. a friend who writes many letters

B. a person who sells school supplies

C. an encyclopedia entry about paper

D. a story that takes place in a paper mill

Answer: C



Which would be best to use to find out who won the most recent Olympic pentathlon?

A. A book of world records

B. An Internet search

C. A collection of sports stories

D. An athlete's training guide

Answer: B



Which would be best to use to find the location of Mitchell, South Dakota?

A. An atlas of North America

B. A story about the Corn Palace

C. A world geography book

D. An encyclopedia

Answer: A



Which should you use to find the meaning of the word fantastic ?

A. the encyclopedia

B. the newspaper

C. the thesaurus

D. the dictionary

Answer: D



Which resource would best be used to find an antonym for the word surprised ?

A. a dictionary

B. a thesaurus

C. an encyclopedia

D. an almanac

Answer: B



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 book would the child in the poem, “At the Library,” most likely choose?

A. A picture book

B. A book about animals

C. A mystery book

D. A new book

Answer: C



Think about the poem, “At the Library.”

How can the reader tell that the child plans to check out books again?

A. The child will look for more books again.

B. The child knows where to go to check out books.

C. The child can only choose three or four books at a time.

D. The child tells some books to wait until next time.

Answer: D



What is the main message of this poster?

A.Students can read and have fun at the same time.B.Reading contests are usually held in the summer.C.Students can read different kinds of books in the summer.D.Messages about reading contests should be put on posters.

Answer: A



Read the Library Summer Reading Contest poster again.

Which of the following best describes the way the contest works?

A. Reading is a good way to get a new book.

B. The more books you read, the more prizes you earn.

C. If you read many books, you will win a bike.

D. The contest works best for good readers.

Answer: B




What is the main purpose for reading "Beetle Bug Cookies"?

A. To read which cookies should be fed to beetle bugs

B. To make a list of things needed from the store

C. To learn how to make an unusual treat

D. To share a fun project with a friend

Answer: C




Which of the following best explains the purpose of the first verse of the poem?

A. To get the attention of the reader

B. To describe the main character of the poem

C. To tell where the poem takes place

D. To give hints about the second verse of the poem

Answer: B


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