4th Grade Reading Proficient Practice Test 6

Name:

Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.

Read the directions and answer the question.
When making this art project, you need to:

1 - Get out one sheet of each color of paper
2 - Cut out all the shapes
3 - Glue the shapes to the frame
4 - Spray the frame with gloss

What would happen if you left out step #3?

a.	all of the shapes would fall off the frame	c.	the gloss would not cover the pieces
b.	the shapes would not fit	d.	you wouldn’t have enough colored shapes

Read the directions and answer the question.

STEPS FOR HOW TO MAKE A KITE:
1. Cut tissue paper in a diamond shape
2. Tie sticks together at the center with string
3. Glue the paper to the edges of the sticks

Frida cut the tissue paper to make a diamond shape. Then, she glued the sticks together in the middle. Next, she glued the paper to the edges of the sticks and glued the string to the center of the sticks.
Which step did Frida not follow correctly?

a.	step 3	c.	step 1
b.	step 4	d.	step 2

Read the directions and answer the question.

Dosage: Adults 1-2
tablets every 4 hours.
Children 12 and under,
consult your physician.
Doses may be repeated,
but not more than 3 times
in 24 hours.

How often should adults take the pills?

a.	1-2 tablets every hour	c.	2-4 tablets every 6 hours
b.	1-2 tablets every 4 hours	d.	should not take this medication

Read the directions and answer the question.

DIRECTIONS:
    1. Put potting soil in the bottom of a medium sized pot.
    2. Put plant into pot and spread out the roots.
    3. Fill the pot with more potting soil.
    4. Pat soil down firmly with fingers.
    5. Water.
What are the directions for?

a.	watering a plant	c.	potting a plant
b.	digging up roots	d.	filling a pot with soil

Read the paragraph and answer the question.

HOW TO MAKE LASAGNA
First, boil the water, then add noodles. In another pan, fry the meat, adding spices and sauce. Rinse cooked noodles and layer in a pan. Lay noodles, meat sauce, and then cheese and repeat three times. Cook at 375 degrees for 45 minutes or until the top is bubbly and cooked all the way through. Serves 6.

What do you do after boiling the noodles?

a.	layer the ingredients	c.	fry the meat and the sauce
b.	fry the meat and cheese	d.	cook for 45 minutes

Read the following directions and answer the question.

Test Directions:
1. Read each question carefully
2. Circle the letter for the best answer.
3. Check back over your work.
4. Hand in your test to your teacher.
5. Read your library book until everyone is finished.

What should you do after you read each question carefully?

a.	hand in your test to your teacher	c.	read each question carefully
b.	circle the letter for the best answer	d.	read your library book until everyone else is finished

Literal Reading Comprehension—Reading for Detail--RIT 191 - 200
Chris rode his brand new bike down the twisting path. As he rushed along, he began to remember what his mother had told him before he left. “Make sure to wear your helmet,” she pleaded as Chris ran out the door. Suddenly, a dog ran across the path. He swerved to miss it and ended up rolling onto the grass. Guiltily, he kept thinking about his mother’s advice.
What should Chris have done before his ride?

a.	kissed his mom goodbye	c.	tied his shoe
b.	fixed his brakes	d.	put on his helmet

“What would I know about skateboarding?” Kim said to Louis. “I wouldn’t know a skateboard from a scooter.”
These sentences show that:

a.	Louis doesn’t know anything about skateboards.	c.	Kim doesn’t know anything about skateboards.
b.	Kim is asking Louis to help her learn to skateboard.	d.	Louis does not like skateboarding.

“I want that dress,” Kelly said as a beautiful red and blue party outfit caught her eye. She was going to a holiday party with her friends that night and she wanted the perfect thing to wear. It was made from silk and had shiny beads sewn around the trim that sparkled like diamonds. It would truly be the hit of the party.
Kelly’s dress is made from:

a.	cotton	c.	wool
b.	silk	d.	linen

10.

John and his mom were shopping for a new set of roller blades. As they looked at several pairs, John said, “Hey Mom, look at these!” His mother replied by saying, “Oh, those are too much, how about these?” John shrugged, and held up another pair. “This pair is on sale,” he said as he walked over to show her.
The words “these,” “those,” and “this,” refer to:

a.	roller blades	c.	knee pads
b.	shoes	d.	wheels

11.

Samantha was dusting the furniture while Peter vacuumed the carpets. Earlier that morning, Peter cleaned the bathroom and kitchen floors. Everyone was getting ready for the party that evening. Soon, Maria would sweep the porch.
Who did the most jobs?

a.	Peter	c.	Maria
b.	Samantha	d.	Paul

12.

Tara and Tanisha were planning a surprise party for Krystal. They invited a few of Krystal’s friends. They began decorating the house. Tanisha hung streamers along the ceiling while Tara blew up balloons. Next, they both decided to serve punch and cake. Tara went to the store for punch while Tanisha baked the cake. At last, they were ready for the party.
What did they do to prepare for the party?

a.	made a cake and bought pop	c.	hung a piata from the ceiling
b.	hung streamers and posters	d.	invited Krystal’s friends

13.

Literal Reading Comprehension—Sequencing--RIT 191 - 200
Read the passage and answer the question.
Jordan clamped the handlebars tightly after he made sure his feet were steady on the pegs. He pointed his motorcycle up the hill and increased his speed. Just before he reached the highest part of the hill, he scooted forward to balance his weight. This was going to be the best jump ever!
What did Jordan do right after he increased his speed?

a.	clamped the bars tightly	c.	pointed up the hill
b.	pointed down the hill	d.	turned around

14.

Which of these sentence occurred in the past?

a.	It is pouring rain and the streets are beginning to flood.	c.	A storm happened last year in Florida.
b.	Trees are bending and snapping in the fierce winds.	d.	Rescue crews are filling sand bags to stop the flooding.

15.

Read the passage and answer the question.
The dog, with a ferocious growl, jumped over the fence as he chased after the cat. They trampled the flower garden, demolished the garbage cans, and flew across the newly planted grass. The cat climbed up the tree to avoid the dog’s aggressive advances, and the defeated dog laid in the shade to admit his failure.
What happened directly after they demolished the garbage cans?

a.	They flew across the grass.	c.	The cat climbed the tree.
b.	They trampled the garden.	d.	The dog laid in the shade.

16.

Read the sentences.
A. The final score was Tigers 6 and Lions 5.
B. The Tiger outfielder slid into home plate, tying the game in the ninth inning.
C. The crowd cheered as the third out in the fourth inning was made.
D. The home team was taking the field for the start of the game.
Which letters put these sentences in the correct order?

a.	D, C, B, A	c.	B, A, C, D
b.	A, D, B, C	d.	C, A, D, B

17.

Read the passage and answer the question.
It was a cold and cloudy day outside. The wind began to blow, and then small raindrops started to cover the ground. The wind howled through the trees, and we knew the storm was upon us.
What happened before small raindrops fell?

a.	The wind howled through the trees.	c.	The storm was upon us.
b.	It was a cold and cloudy day.	d.	The wind began to blow.

18.

Read the passage and answer the question.
John and Michael left for the game around 4:00 p.m. Mary and Tanisha left about the same time to go swimming. The boys finished their game and came home to get an ice cold drink. The girls swam a little longer than the game lasted, but came home and popped some popcorn.
Which events happened at the same time?

a.	All of the kids came home at the same time.	c.	They all left around 4:00 p.m.
b.	All of the kids had their treats at the same time.	d.	They all went to the same place.

19.

Read the sentences and answer the question.
A. I think I will read this book.
B. Sara is going to come over to study.
C. Last year, I got a new bicycle.
D. Tomorrow, we are going to the store.
Which sentence happened in the past?

a.	B	c.	D
b.	A	d.	C

20.

Read the passage.
Sam bought a heart-shaped locket to give to his sister for her birthday. Sam’s sister told her friend at recess, “I’ve always wanted a locket, but I don’t have enough money to buy one.” Sam overheard what she said and smiled to himself.
What happened first?

a.	Sam smiled to himself.	c.	Sam’s sister had a birthday party.
b.	Sam bought a birthday present.	d.	Sam’s sister talked to her best friend.