Directions: Read each passage carefully. Then answer the questions that follow. For multiple choice questions, select the best answer. For written responses, write your answer in the space provided.
Read this story. Then answer questions 1-5.
"The Art Show"
Mira had spent weeks on her painting - a sunset over the ocean that reminded her of summers with her grandfather before he passed away. Every brushstroke held a memory: the orange was the color of his fishing boat, the purple was the lavender he grew in his garden.
When her art teacher selected her work for the school art show, Mira was terrified. What if people didn't understand? What if they criticized it? On the night of the show, she stood in the corner, watching strangers examine her painting.
An elderly woman stopped in front of it for a long time. Finally, she approached Mira. "This painting," the woman said softly, "it feels like love. Like missing someone and holding onto them at the same time."
Mira's eyes filled with tears. "It's about my grandfather."
The woman smiled. "I could tell. True art speaks what words cannot." She squeezed Mira's hand and moved on. For the first time, Mira understood why artists share their work - not for praise, but for connection.
Question 1
Which sentence BEST summarizes the plot of this story?
Question 2
What is the THEME of this story?
Question 3
A student summarized this story: "Mira made a painting of a sunset for an art show. She was nervous, but an old lady liked it."
What important element is MISSING from this summary?
Question 4
Which detail should be INCLUDED in a good summary of this story?
Question 5
Write a complete summary of "The Art Show" in 3-4 sentences. Include the main character, conflict, resolution, and theme.
This question is worth 2 points.
Read this article. Then answer questions 6-10.
"Urban Farming: Growing Food in Cities"
As cities grow larger and farmland shrinks, a new movement is transforming how we think about food production. Urban farming - the practice of growing food within city limits - is gaining popularity worldwide as a solution to food access, environmental, and community challenges.
Urban farms take many forms. Rooftop gardens grow vegetables atop apartment buildings. Vertical farms stack crops in tall warehouses using LED lights instead of sunlight. Community gardens transform vacant lots into productive green spaces where neighbors work side by side.
The benefits extend beyond just producing food. Urban farms reduce the environmental impact of transporting food long distances - the average meal in America travels 1,500 miles from farm to plate. They also provide green spaces that absorb rainwater, reduce urban heat, and improve air quality. Perhaps most importantly, they increase access to fresh produce in "food deserts" - neighborhoods where grocery stores with fresh food are scarce.
Challenges remain, including limited space, soil contamination, and the high cost of land in cities. However, innovative solutions continue to emerge. Hydroponic systems grow plants without soil, making contaminated land usable. Shipping containers are converted into climate-controlled growing spaces. As technology advances and awareness grows, urban farming is becoming an increasingly viable part of our food system.
Question 6
What is the MAIN IDEA of this article?
Question 7
Which of these is a KEY DETAIL that supports the main idea?
Question 8
A student wrote this summary: "Urban farming is when people grow food in cities. There are rooftop gardens and vertical farms. It's really cool and I think more cities should do it."
What is the MAIN problem with this summary?
Question 9
The article discusses both benefits and challenges of urban farming. Which pair correctly identifies one of each?
Question 10
Write an objective summary of this article in 3-4 sentences. Include the main idea, at least two key supporting details, and the logical connection between the information presented.
This question is worth 2 points.
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