RICAS ELA Grade 5 Practice Questions - Rhode Island Comprehensive Assessment System (RICAS) English Language Arts, Grade 5 Exam

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Read this fable excerpt: In the fable, the Ant worked all summer gathering grain, while the Grasshopper sang and rested in the warm shade. When winter arrived, the Grasshopper had no food, but the Ant shared a small portion and advised him to prepare for next year. Which sentence best states the central theme?

Hard work and preparation ensure safety during difficult times. Singing during the summer guarantees a comfortable winter. Ants are selfish creatures that refuse to help neighbors. Winter is the best season for gathering food in fields.

Correct Answer:

Hard work and preparation ensure safety during difficult times.

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