Year 4 ICAS English 5-Question Sample

Question 1 of 5 Comprehension

After reading a short source, which answer best combines the stated detail with the larger idea of the text?

A the flat rock warmed earlier than the shaded stones, so no other part of the text is needed. B the flat rock warmed earlier than the shaded stones, and this matters because it helps the reader understand the final judgement. C The text contains no concrete detail to support its idea. D The larger idea cancels the stated detail completely.

Question 2 of 5 Comprehension

When checking the evidence, which change in the text is most important?

A The title and the paragraphs discuss completely unrelated topics. B The reader moves from a first idea to a more careful idea. C The final paragraph repeats the first sentence without changing it. D The passage gives only facts and never asks for judgement.

Question 3 of 5 Comprehension

While reading a class source, a caption beside "Names on the Cup" says: "Check the image clue against the wording." Which answer best follows that advice?

A Choose the visual clue even when the text contradicts it. B Ignore the wording because captions always give the full answer. C Use only the title and leave out the passage evidence. D Use the visual clue only if it is supported by the text evidence.

Question 4 of 5 Voice

During a comprehension check, which wording would make the writer's judgement too strong for the evidence in "Keep the Bell"?

A The evidence suggests a careful conclusion. B The passage gives a useful clue. C The final idea is supported by the details. D This proves it is always true.

Question 5 of 5 Syntax

For a close-reading question, which connective best shows the relationship between the first idea and the later evidence in the text?

A because B but C meanwhile D therefore

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