SD ELA Grade 4 Practice Questions - South Dakota English Language Arts Assessment - Grade 4 Exam

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Read the passage below before answering the question. The Wind and the Meadowlark Long ago on the South Dakota prairie, the North Wind blew so fiercely each autumn that the animals hid in their burrows. Only the Meadowlark stayed above ground, singing her sweet song from the tall grass. North Wind became angry and blew colder, trying to silence her. 'Why do you sing when I bring winter?' roared North Wind. Meadowlark replied calmly, 'Your cold wind reminds us that spring will always return.' Amazed by her courage, North Wind softened his icy breath and let Meadowlark sing her warning to the prairie animals so they could prepare for the snow. What central theme about nature and life is expressed in this mythic tale?

Courage and hope can overcome fear during difficult seasons of life. Power and strength are the only ways to earn respect. Changes in weather cannot be predicted by wild animals. It is always best to hide when challenges arise.

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Courage and hope can overcome fear during difficult seasons of life.

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