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Standard 3.0 Comprehension of Literary Text

Indicator 3. Use elements of narrative texts to facilitate understanding

Objective d. Identify and analyze the characters

Selected Response Item
Read "One Little Can" and answer the following question.

Which pair of words best describes Rachel's actions?

  1. Tricky and clever
  2. Honest and trusting
  3. Challenging and daring
  4. Responsible and respectful
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Correct Answer:
D

Selected Response Item
Read "One Little Can" and answer the following question.

Which phrase best describes how the neighbors change from the beginning to the end of the story?

  1. From hopeless to confused
  2. From sad to contented
  3. From gloomy to excited
  4. From angry to proud
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Correct Answer:
D
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