Year 4 ICAS English 5-Question Sample

Question 1 of 5 Comprehension

From the sentence before the quote, which claim is not supported by the text?

A everyone in the yard hears the bell at the same time B The speaker wants all school traditions kept without question. C the speaker thinks usefulness matters more than looking modern D to argue that the school bell should stay because it gives a shared signal

Question 2 of 5 Structure

After noticing the contrast in the source, which statement best describes the main purpose of "Let Us Eat Outside"?

A to argue that students should be allowed a choice of where to eat lunch B to argue for a separate paper bin in each classroom C to reflect on a result that was larger than the class expected D to explain why the class had tested the wrong thing

Question 3 of 5 Vocabulary

After reading beyond the title, what is the effect of the expression in this sentence: "The street was different at that hour."?

A It removes the need to read the surrounding paragraph. B It gives a mathematical answer to the question. C It proves the title is wrong. D It helps the reader picture the idea more clearly.

Question 4 of 5 Comprehension

When comparing the details, a caption beside "A Film About a Dog" says: "Check the image clue against the wording." Which answer best follows that advice?

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

Question 5 of 5 Syntax

From the source, what does "it" refer to in "The gaps say it"?

A the crowding problem at the bus stop B that summer has ended C the second sketch with the child on the footpath D the proposed dry-day rule for the shaded area

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