A Special Thanksgiving Night
Questions:
5
Grade:
4
Words:
85
It was the night of Thanksgiving. The family gathered around the table, filled with a big, roasted turkey, sweet potatoes, and warm pumpkin pie. Billy looked at his family, feeling warm inside. He loved how everyone shared this special meal together. Tonight, it was his turn to say what he was thankful for. He looked at his family and said, 'I am thankful for you, for home, and for this delicious food!'. Everyone clapped and smiled at Billy. It was a thoughtful Thanksgiving night.
Question 1
What meal is the family having in the story?
A
Christmas dinner
B
Easter brunch
C
Thanksgiving dinner
Explanation. The passage mentions that it was the night of Thanksgiving and also talks about a special meal that the family shared.
D
Birthday feast
E
New Year's supper
Question 2
Who was thankful for his family, home, and delicious food?
A
Father
B
Mother
C
Billy
Explanation. The passage specifically mentions that it was Billy's turn to express what he was thankful for.
D
Grandfather
E
Aunt
Question 3
What does the phrase 'feeling warm inside' mean in this context?
A
Billy was feeling hot
B
Billy was feeling sick
C
Billy was feeling happy and loved
Explanation. In this context, 'feeling warm inside' is a phrase that is used to express feelings of happiness and love.
D
Billy was feeling cold
E
Billy was feeling scared
Question 4
What does the family do after Billy expresses his thankfulness?
A
They start arguing
B
They leave the room
C
They laugh at Billy
D
They clap and smile at Billy
Explanation. The story mentions that after Billy expressed his thankfulness, everyone clapped and smiled at him.
E
They ignore Billy
Question 5
What is the central idea of the passage?
A
The importance of school
B
The joy of playing games
C
The value of sharing a meal with family
Explanation. The passage focuses on the special meal shared on Thanksgiving and the feelings of warmth and love it arouses in the family, particularly in Billy.
D
The fun of going on vacations
E
The benefits of eating healthy food
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