Question 1

In paragraph 3, when the author says that "Neil felt like the universe was calling him," she is referring to how

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his experiences looking at the stars made him want to learn more about astronomy

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he heard the booming voice inside the Hayden Planetarium on his first visit

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he was delighted by seeing the stars inside the Hayden Planetarium

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he wanted to spend more time in the countryside because he could see more of the sky

Question 2

Paragraph 6 of the passage supports paragraph 3 by showing that Neil

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continued his interest in learning about the universe

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saw the same things at home that he saw at the planetarium

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wanted to return to Pennsylvania to use his new binoculars

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tried to share his interest in stars with his parents

Question 3

What do paragraphs 6 through 8 show about Neil's parents?

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They are supportive of Neil's interests.

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They work hard to give Neil everything he wants.

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They set good examples for Neil to follow.

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They want Neil to become a scientist.

Question 4

The information in the section "LEARNING ABOUT THE UNIVERSE" adds to the information in the rest of the passage by showing how Neil

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made choices that helped him become an astrophysicist

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finally became a successful student

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made new discoveries with his telescope

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earned money to pay for his education as an astrophysicist

Question 5

Which sentence best supports the main idea of the passage?

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"He often took his telescope to the roof of his apartment to study the night sky." (paragraph 10)

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"Not long after this, Neil and his family took a trip to Pennsylvania." (paragraph 3)

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"Neil lived with his parents, his older brother, and his younger sister in a tall building called the Skyview Apartments." (paragraph 4)

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"In fact, his third-grade teacher wrote a note on his report card." (paragraph 5)

Question 6

According to the passage, which sentence best describes Neil?

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He is serious about reaching his goals.

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He is tired from working different jobs.

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He is proud of his success in school.

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He is happy to help his family earn money.

Question 7

Which sentence best explains why Hayley is chosen to perform in the talent show?

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She plays the ukulele well in the tryouts.

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Other students think she is cool.

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Her act is more unusual than others'.

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Her great-great aunt used to play music.

Question 8

Why are paragraphs 4 through 7 important to the story?

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They show how supportive Hayley's family is.

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They show how accepting Mr. Y is.

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They describe how confused Tilly is.

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They describe how worried Hayley's dad is.

Question 9

Which statement about the talent show is true?

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The talent show has performers from different grades.

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Most students like Hayley's talent show act the best.

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Some performers canceled their acts in the talent show.

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Hayley knows all the other performers in the talent show.

Question 10

Which paragraph does the illustration best support?

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paragraph 13

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paragraph 10

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paragraph 11

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paragraph 15

Question 11

Which happens as a result of Hayley's performance in the talent show?

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Many students respect Hayley's musical ability.

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Many students learn to play the ukulele.

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Skeeter starts a band for ukulele players.

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Hayley understands how to be a celebrity.

Question 12

Which sentence best states a central message of the story?

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Conquering fear can lead to success.

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Learning to do something new takes time.

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Making mistakes is a part of growing up.

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Sharing with friends brings happiness.

Question 13

What is Kathryn's first clue that Nitro is blind?

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Nitro does not look outside his cage.

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Nitro seems to be afraid.

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Nitro does not know where his food is.

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Nitro runs into the fence.

Question 14

Which quotation best states the main idea of the passage?

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"They had to help a blind tiger find his way, without the use of his eyes." (paragraph 8)

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"'He would sit and stare at the concrete walls,' Kathryn said." (paragraph 3)

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"That cage had been so small, Nitro had been able to memorize every inch." (paragraph 5)

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"'We just don't know what caused his condition,' Kathryn said." (paragraph 7)

Question 15

Which detail from the passage best shows that Kathryn cares about Nitro?

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She does not want Nitro to hurt himself.

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She puts Nitro into a new cage.

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She thinks Nitro has a great attitude.

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She does not understand why Nitro is blind.

Question 16

Which statement from the passage shows that the problem in paragraph 8 was solved?

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"In time, Nitro learned where every bump, every tree, and every food box was in his new cage." (paragraph 15)

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"Nitro walked through his big new home." (paragraph 9)

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"He was trying to feel what was ahead of him." (paragraph 9)

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"Once he learned where his fences were, the people at the Rescue put down sand pathways." (paragraph 13)

Question 17

In paragraph 16, what does the word "mastered" suggest about Nitro?

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that he felt comfortable in his space

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that he needed a larger space

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that he liked people to visit his space

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that he wanted to defend his space

Question 18

What causes Nitro to chuffle?

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being aware of people

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feeling afraid

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wanting a treat

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having a cough

Question 19

What makes Nitro "a Rescue favorite,, (paragraph 18)?

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his reaction to visitors

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his response to peppermint

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his unusual chuffle

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his large paws

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