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Hello! I am a passionate teacher and writer that loves to create lessons that are interactive, student-centered, original, and truly help teachers & students. I make custom lesson plans and materials that engage students and help them take ownership of their learning. I have 10 years of teaching experience in upper grades across all subjects (including teaching abroad in Costa Rica!). I have published three books, The Little Book of Big Quotes Vol. I , The Poems Vol. I, and Got the Flow: The Hip

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Hello! I am a passionate teacher and writer that loves to create lessons that are interactive, student-centered, original, and truly help teachers & students. I make custom lesson plans and materials that engage students and help them take ownership of their learning. I have 10 years of teaching experience in upper grades across all subjects (including teaching abroad in Costa Rica!). I have published three books, The Little Book of Big Quotes Vol. I , The Poems Vol. I, and Got the Flow: The Hip
“The King of Mazy May” by Jack London Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Test
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“The King of Mazy May” by Jack London Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Test

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This 42-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on “The King of Mazy May” by Jack London has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised). It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, plot development, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and figurative language. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests) and are spaced 1.5 lines apart for comfortable reading. The questions also encourage students to go back and re-read key parts of the selection, a crucial skill for comprehension and improving reading stamina. Includes link to free file of the text so each student can get their own copy to annotate. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: –it allows you to become a facilitator! –happier teachers! –happier students! –happier administrators!
The Circuit by Francisco Jimenez Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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The Circuit by Francisco Jimenez Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 41-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on “The Circuit” by Francisco Jimenez has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised). It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and figurative language. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests) and are spaced 1.5 lines apart for comfortable reading. Includes link to free file of the text so each student can get their own copy to annotate (along with link to free annotation handout for students). Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: –it allows you to become a facilitator! –happier teachers! –happier students! –happier administrators!
“The All-American Slurp” Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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“The All-American Slurp” Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 47-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on “The All-American Slurp” by Lensey Namioka has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised). It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, literary devices, and figurative language. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests) and are spaced 1.5 lines apart for comfortable reading. Includes link to free file of the text so each student can get their own copy to annotate. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: –it allows you to become a facilitator! –happier teachers! –happier students! –happier administrators!
"Southpaw" by Judith Viorst Short Story Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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"Southpaw" by Judith Viorst Short Story Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 18-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on “Southpaw” by Judith Viorst has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised). It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and figurative language. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests) and are spaced 1.5 lines apart for comfortable reading. Includes link to free file of the text so each student can get their own copy to annotate. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: –it allows you to become a facilitator! –happier teachers! –happier students! –happier administrators!
Becky and the Wheels-and-Brake Boys Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Test
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Becky and the Wheels-and-Brake Boys Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Test

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This 32-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on "Becky and the Wheels-and-Brake Boys" by James Berry has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised). It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and figurative language. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests) and are spaced 1.5 lines apart for comfortable reading. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: --it allows you to become a facilitator! --happier teachers! --happier students! --happier administrators!
The Case of the Monkeys That Fell from the Trees Reading Comprehension Test/Quiz
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The Case of the Monkeys That Fell from the Trees Reading Comprehension Test/Quiz

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This 31-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on "The Case of the Monkeys That Fell from the Trees" by Susan E. Quinlan has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised). It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and figurative language. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests) and are spaced 1.5 lines apart for comfortable reading. Includes link to free file of the text. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: --it allows you to become a facilitator! --happier teachers! --happier students! --happier administrators!
"The Old Woman Who Lived with the Wolves" Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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"The Old Woman Who Lived with the Wolves" Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 20-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on "The Old Woman Who Lived with the Wolves" by Chief Luther Standing Bear has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised). It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, and vocabulary. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests) and are spaced 1.5 lines apart for comfortable reading. Includes link to free file of the text. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: --it allows you to become a facilitator! --happier teachers! --happier students! --happier administrators!
"Zlateh the Goat" by I. Singer Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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"Zlateh the Goat" by I. Singer Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 28-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on "Zlateh the Goat" by Isaac Bashevis Singer has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised) along with one optional essay question with lined paper to familiarize students with the format of standardized testing. It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and figurative language. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests). Includes link to free file of the text. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: --it allows you to become a facilitator! --happier teachers! --happier students! --happier administrators!
"Dragon, Dragon" by John Gardner Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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"Dragon, Dragon" by John Gardner Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 32-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised). It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, literary devices, and figurative language. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests). Includes link to free file of the text. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: --it allows you to become a facilitator! --happier teachers! --happier students! --happier administrators!
"The Tail" by Joyce Hansen Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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"The Tail" by Joyce Hansen Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 24-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on "The Tail" by Joyce Hansen has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised) along with one optional essay question with lined paper to familiarize students with the format of standardized testing. It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, literary devices, and figurative language. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests). Includes link to free file of the text. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: --it allows you to become a facilitator! --happier teachers! --happier students! --happier administrators!
"The Wounded Wolf" Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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"The Wounded Wolf" Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 18-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on “The Wounded Wolf” by Jean Craighead George has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised). It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and figurative language. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests). Includes link to the text. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: –it allows you to become a facilitator! –happier teachers! –happier students! –happier administrators!
Excerpt from Bad Boy Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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Excerpt from Bad Boy Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 26-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz is on an excerpt from Bad Boy by Walter Dean Myers (pgs. 41-47, 55- 58) has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised) along with one optional essay question with lined paper to familiarize students with the format of standardized testing. It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and figurative language. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests). Includes link to free file of the text. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: –it allows you to become a facilitator! –happier teachers! –happier students! –happier administrators!
"Eleven" by Sandra Cisneros Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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"Eleven" by Sandra Cisneros Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 19-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on “Eleven” by Sandra Cisneros has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised) along with one optional essay question with lined paper to familiarize students with the format of standardized testing. It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, literary devices, and figurative language. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests). Includes link to free file of the text. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: –it allows you to become a facilitator! –happier teachers! –happier students! –happier administrators!
"The Sound of Summer Running" Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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"The Sound of Summer Running" Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 17-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on “The Sound of Summer Running” by Ray Bradbury has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised) along with one optional essay question with lined paper to familiarize students with the format of standardized testing. It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and figurative language. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests). Includes link to free file of the text. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: –it allows you to become a facilitator! –happier teachers! –happier students! –happier administrators!
"Names/Nombres" by Julia Alvarez Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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"Names/Nombres" by Julia Alvarez Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 15-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on “Names/Nombres” by Julia Alvarez has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised) along with one optional writing response question with lined paper to familiarize students with the format of standardized testing. It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and literary devices. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests). Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: –it allows you to become a facilitator! –happier teachers! –happier students! –happier administrators!
"The Lady and the Spider" Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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"The Lady and the Spider" Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 13-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on Robert Fulghum’s “The Lady and the Spider” has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised) along with a story-writing assignment with lined paper to familiarize students with the format of standardized testing. It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and literary devices. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests). Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: –it allows you to become a facilitator! –happier teachers! –happier students! –happier administrators!
"My Papa, Mark Twain" Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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"My Papa, Mark Twain" Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 11-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on "My Papa, Mark Twain" by Susy Clemens has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised) along with one optional letter-writing assignment with lined paper to familiarize students with the format of standardized testing. It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and literary devices. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests). Includes link to free file of the text along with audio recording of the selection. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc.
Stage Fright (or First Appearance) Multiple-Choice Rdg Comprehension Quiz/Test
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Stage Fright (or First Appearance) Multiple-Choice Rdg Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 10-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on Mark Twain’s “Stage Fright” (or “First Appearance”) has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised) along with one optional essay question with lined paper to familiarize students with the format of standardized testing. It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and literary devices. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests). Includes link to access the text. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: –it allows you to become a facilitator! –happier teachers! –happier students! –happier administrators!
"Why Monkeys Live in Trees" Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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"Why Monkeys Live in Trees" Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 13-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz on Julius Lester’s short story/folk tale/ myth “Why Monkeys Live in Trees” has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised). It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and literary devices. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests). Includes link to free file of the text. Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated!Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: –it allows you to become a facilitator! –happier teachers! –happier students! –happier administrators!
"The Market Square Dog" Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test
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"The Market Square Dog" Multiple-Choice Reading Comprehension Quiz/Test

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This 14-question multiple-choice reading test/quiz is on James Herriot’s short story “The Market Square Dog” and has questions from different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy (revised) along with one optional essay question with lined paper to familiarize students with the format of standardized testing. It will test students’ literal and interpretive understanding of the story, characterization, point of view, making inferences, vocabulary, and literary devices. Questions are modeled after standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and state tests). Answer key included. Feedback is always welcomed and appreciated! Editable MS Word Doc. This lesson is student-centered, meaning: –it allows you to become a facilitator! –happier teachers! –happier students! –happier administrators!