Time Travelers Comprehension

Comprehension

This story takes place in the future. T
The asteroid came from Earth. F
Spores are like seeds. T
Earth has only one ecosystem. T
Tara thinks there may have been another planet like Earth . T

Vocabulary / A

Place where science experiments are run (1) . Lab
Chunk of rock that float in space (2).  Asteroid
Get bigger (3). Expand.
Tool used to explore or find answers (5). Samples / Test
Tiny pieces of anything (7) . Particles

Vocabulary / B

I don’t want to expose you to my cold (4) 

Her discovery was that there could be life on other planets. (8)

We need to try to protect our environment. (9)

Plants need the right balance of water and sunlight to grow (10)

A feather traveled by on the wind (11)

Word Study /  C

Tara Wong works in the lab. Tara Wong’s life is exciting.

 The astronauts took a dog on the spaceflight. They closely watched the dog's actions.
  The air on Earth is fit to breathe. Earth's atmosphere sustains living things.
The story was about Jupiter. One of Jupiter's moons might support life.
Joe Mosey is a lab worker. Joe Mosey’s job is to solve scientific puzzles.
The bubble exploded in the lab. The bubble’s side expanded in the heat.
An astronomer gave a lecture. The astronomer’s lecture was broadcast on TV.
 Dr.Tomlin wrote a book about dogs. Dr. Tomlin’s book was popular.

Word study / D

Odd; The bubble had the oddest shape.

Unusual; It was the most unusual asteroid they found.
Exciting; Space travel is the most exciting thing I could do.
Calming; I think the smell of the roses is the most calming odor of all.
Strong; Fireworks have the strongest smell.
Long; The odors lasted the longest time.
Deep; The telescope could reach into deepest space.
Sweet; Wild roses have the sweetest smell.

Word Study / E

Saul wants to know more about galaxies. He should look up, Galaxy.

 Ana wants to learn about the Milky Way. She should look up , Milky Way.
Noah wants to learn about the history of rockets. He should look up Space Rocket.
Glenda wants to read about the first astronauts. She should look up, astronauts.
Yolanda wants to learn about the mountains of the moon. She should look up,  Night moon.
Letisha wants to read about Mats. She should look up at the, Planet.
Mario wants to learn about science fiction. He should look up Science Fiction.

Reading Comprehension / Plants

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Reading | Questions & Story

The Lion, the Witch and the wardrobe.

The following passage is about a boy who discovers a magical world that can be accessed via the back of a wardrobe.  Following is the boy’s first impression of the new world.

There was crisp dry snow under his feet and more snow lying on the branches of the trees.  Overhead there was a pale blue sky, the sort of sky one sees on a fine winter day in the morning.  Straight ahead of him he saw between a tree trunks and the sun, just rising, very red and very clear.  Everything was still, as if he was the only living creature in that country. There was not even a robin or a squirrel among the trees, and the wood stretched as far as he could see in every direction.  He shivered….

 Answer these questions in complete sentences.

What time of day do you think it might be? Maybe around 8:00 or 10:00 in the afternoon or the morning - ish. Sunrise.

Do you think the boy is very comfortable in his current surroundings?   Give reasons for your opinion. I don’t exactly think he is absolutely comfortable in his surroundings but instead he feels very lonely. Because in the passage it says, everything was still, as if he was the only living creature in that country. Also because it said that there was not even a robin or a squirrel among the trees ,and the wood stretched as far as he could see in every direction. 

Do you think the boy is in a very populated part of the country?  Why / why not?

It feels like he went on a simple/easy hike not knowing that the part of the country isn’t really popular.

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Dead man’s head.

It came whooping and roaring past, a striding tornado, all thrusting pistons and charging wheels, a banner of smoke towing from its funnel.  Denny closed his eyes and hung on to the pig-fern because Polly reckoned a boy his size was once sucked under the wheels. It howled through Waharua and was gone in a whirl of steam and leaves, dragging its smell of coal smoke, whistling, shaking the ground, over the cattle stop and the crossing towards Matahina, the Rotorua Express!

 Answer these questions in complete sentences.

Is this book set in New Zealand?  How can you tell? I can tell because they mentioned in this type of story. One of the reasons is that, the names aren’t as popular in other places besides New Zealand. Also because there is no tornado in our country ( New Zealand ). Other reason is they mentioned Rotorua.  

Do you think this book is set in the past, present or future?  Give reasons for your answer. I think this story was based on a fictional story, because ancient stories from the past or from their past lives.  

What is meant by a striding tornado?

This explains how a tornado runs past houses, landscapes and many other things it could damage and move by.

The kiwi

Probably the best known native bird of New Zealand is the kiwi. Currently in New Zealand there are five species of kiwi and unfortunately all five species are classified as being endangered.  Apart from kiwi in protective captivity they can be found only in New Zealand’s native forests, scrub and in native grasslands.

Commonly, kiwi grow to about the size of a chicken.  The females of the species are larger than the males.  Kiwi have no tails and two tiny wings. These wings are not big enough to sustain flight.  Kiwi are incredibly agile and can outrun a human.

For protection from predators, kiwis use their sharp three-toed feet to kick and slash at an enemy.

The kiwi is a semi-nocturnal bird.  Their diet consists of worms, insects and grubs, as well as leaves, berries and seeds.  They use their 25-cm long beaks to forage for their food. A kiwi nostrils are found at the end of its beak.

Kiwi make nests in hollow logs, under tree roots, or in burrows dug mainly by the male.  The female lays one or two eggs, then, unusually the birds, the male then looks after the eggs, keeping them warm and maintaining the nest.  Eggs hatch in about eleven weeks. Kiwi can live for up to twenty years.

 Answer these questions in complete sentences

What does semi-nocturnal mean? It’s an adjective , mostly active at night.

What does some of the kiwi’s normal habitats? Native forest , native grassland, and New Zealand.

What are some ways that a kiwi will protect itself from predators? They have three shaped toes that can kick their enemies to death. 

What is unusual about what happens after the kiwi has laid her eggs? Present tense.

What tense is used in this explanation about the kiwis? Cuteness, small, nocturnal and scientist want to experiment. 

Reading Comprehension | Fleas

1) The primary of the passage is to 

1. educate the reader about the physical characteristic of fleas

2) The author’s tone in the passage is best described as

      C. Informative

3) According to the passage, fleas are resistant to sprays and chemicals because they

1. have waterproof sclerites 

4) Fleas are difficult to squish because they have

1. 1 only

5) According to the passage, which of the following statements is true?

1. Fleas extend their little spines if threatened.

6) According to the passage, fleas are able to jump

2. I and II only

7) Based on information in the passage, the reader can understand that

     B. fleas survive at a higher rate in outdoor habitats

8) The author mentions the Washington Monument in order to 

     B. illustrate a comparison made between fleas’ and humans

9) It can be inferred that fleas will emerge from eggs as adults.

     D. If there is too much carbon dioxide in the cocoon.

10) Using the information in the passage as a guide, it can be concluded that

     D. fleas are designed in such a way as to give them unique physical advantages in life

K-9 Police Officer

Comprehension

1. A K-9 team is

B. A police officer and a police dog.

2. Obedience skills include

C. Obeying spoken commands and hand signals.

3. Detecting an unusual smell is important because

1. It could lead to a clue that solves a crime.

4. A K-9 officer

Trains for a little over a year before going to work.

5. When K-9 officers retire

B. They often go live with human families.

6. A K-9 deserves respect because.

C. Both a and b

Vocabulary | A

1. Unsurprising; expected (2) - Predictable
2. Willingness to follow orders (4) - Obedient 
3. Ability to move quickly and with balance (5) - Agility
4. Sense; find by using senses(6) - Smell
5. High opinion; regard (10) - Respect

Vocabulary | B

6. Each member of a K-9 police team is called a dog officer.(1)
7. Commands are hand motions that direct or command. (4)
8. A dog’s sensitive nose can pick up on unusual scents humans wouldn’t notice. (6)
9. The dog held it’s toy firmly between its teeth. (7)
10. I was assigned to sit in this seat. (9)

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Word study

11. Scents Many smells were left on the ground by all of the people.
12. Dogs K-9 can make great pets.
13. Unusual The dog sniffed around for anything strange. 
14. Allowed Are we permitted to go home.
15. Education K-9’s receive training in obedience.
16. Skinny The opening was not too narrow to fit the dog though.
17. Co - worker A good partner is also a friend.
18. Normal It is common for a dog to want to sleep on a bed.

D

19. Her dress is like a poppy.
20. The baby’s eyes are as green as the ocean.
21. Michele’s smile is as warm as the sun.
22. His skin is as pale as the moon.
23. The crust is like a rock.
24. She is brave like a lioness.
25. Ann is as wise as an owl.
26. Ryan is as quiet as a mouse.

E 

27. Paint , A
28. Brushes, A
29. Plus, M
30. Statue, A
31. Add, M
32. Picture, A
33. Divided, M

Winn-Dixie

What did Opal’s father send her to the store for? 

What did she come back with? She came

back with 2 tomatoes, macaroni and

cheese and white rice.  

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What was Winn-Dixie named after?

Winn-Dixie was named after the Winn-Dixie store. 

Why did Opal’s father agree to keep Winn-Dixie?

He decided to keep Winn-Dixie because he was

definitely a stray, and he was less fortunate. 

How did Opal feel that she and Winn-Dixie were similar?

Opal believed her and Winn-Dixie were similar

because neither of them had family or friends.

Based on the ten things Opal’s father told her about

her mother, why do you think Opal’s mother left them?

I think Opal’s mother left because maybe she

doesn’t like being a preacher's wife.

Why did Winn-Dixie have to go with Opal and her father

to the Open Arms Baptist Church?

Because he didn’t like being alone.

What did Winn-Dixie do in front of the congregation at

Open Arms Baptist Church that made everyone  cheer?

Winn-Dixie made everyone cheer because he caught a mouse.

At the end of Chapter five, what did Opal pray for? 

At the end of chapter five, Opal prayed for her mother.

She prayed one day she might be able to tell her story

about Winn-Dixie catching a mouse.

The Teamwork Of Geese

Aunty's Raw Fish

1. Did I understand?

1. What was moving like lighting?

Knife

2. What is the magic ingredient?

Having fresh fish

3. Who were all the people in the family?

Aunty, Koro, Kui, Dad, Maata and uncle Earl

4. Make a list of all the ingredients.

Snapper fillets, 2 cans of coconut milk, onicns, tomatoes, green capsicum, salt and pepper

5. When do they bring the huge snapper around?

Whenever there's a big catch on the boats.

6. Who likes fish heads the best?

Kui

7. What was happening to Aunty’s health?

Tumour

8. Even though part of this story is sad, why does it end with laughing?

Because of the flying leamons

2. What’s the questions?

1. Fresh fish
2. Flying leamon
3. Huge snapper

3. Word study

1. Marninate
2. Karakia
3. Rewana bread
4. Tumour