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Question 1
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 causes North Wind to soften his icy breath at the end of the story?
Correct Answer:
He is amazed by Meadowlark's courage and her calm reply.
Question 2
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. Why does Meadowlark sing when the cold wind blows?
Correct Answer:
To remind the animals that spring will return and to warn them to prepare
Question 3
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. Which sentence best describes Meadowlark's character?
Correct Answer:
She is brave and hopeful, caring for the safety of other animals.
Question 4
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 is the main summary of this legend?
Correct Answer:
A brave Meadowlark earns North Wind's respect by singing a message of hope, allowing animals to prepare for winter.
Question 5
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?
Correct Answer:
Courage and hope can overcome fear during difficult seasons of life.
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