Grade 5 English Summer Work ISAS 2015-2016 A. Comprehension

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A. Comprehension

Read the following passage carefully.

Tennis Time!

Story By: Andrew Frinkle

Cara played tennis. It was her favorite sport. She really enjoyed all kinds of similar sports, like ping pong, volleyball, and badminton, but she really liked tennis the most.

There was something about running back and forth on that green court and delivered a great backhanded return that really made her smile.

Tennis requires only a net, a racket, and some tennis balls. Tennis is played in singles or doubles. It is very much like

badminton that way. If you have a wall, you can practice against yourself, returning the bouncing balls. You can also

practice in an empty court, just serving a bucket of balls, or practicing against a machine that launches tennis balls your way (sort of like a batting machine for baseball).

Tennis is about serving and returning. Someone serves the

ball, and the other player(s) have to return it from the other side of the net. The object is to get the ball to touch the ground in the other team’s side

twice, or to touch once and bounce out of bounds. If you do that, you either get the serve from the other team if they had it, or you score points.

When you serve, you have to serve from a certain area on the court. You have to hit the ball over the net and into a specific area of the court marked by white lines. If you hit

the net on the way over, you get a redo. If you hit the net and it stops, your serve is done. If you hit the ball out of bounds, your turn is also done. The receiving team or player gets to stand wherever they want, and they’re supposed to hit it back toward the

serving player’s side of the court. They want to get it to touch once and skip out of bounds so the other player can’t send it back their way again. They can also try to get

two bounces in on the other person’s side, but that can be hard. These volleys can go back and forth pretty quickly, and they might go for several strokes before one player is put in a position where they can’t return the ball, giving their opponent a point.

Scoring is strange in tennis. You need to get to 4 points to win, and you have to win by

2 points. However, they call the points.. strange thing. Instead of saying 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 points, they say: love, 15, 30, 40, game. A lot of games get stuck at 3-4 or 4-4, and

they have to keep playing to get a 2 point win. So even though it seems easy to score 4 points and beat someone by 2, strong players can go back and forth a long time. Usually you play a set of several games.

Grade 5

English Summer Work

International School of Arts and Sciences

ISAS

2015-2016

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After one player wins so many games, they get credit for winning the set and a new set is started. A match is won when you win enough sets, usually 3 or 5 sets. So, to win an entire match of tennis, you might have played several games in several sets! That’s

complicated, right?

Cara liked playing doubles games. She had a really good partner, and they worked well as a team. She was best at returning, while her teammate was great at serving. They worked well together. Still, Cara knew that her game wasn’t as popular in America as

some other sports. In Europe it was a big deal, and there were some very famous tennis players and matches you might have even heard of.

Are you going to try to watch or play tennis?

Answer each of the following questions by circling the letter of the correct

answer.

1. What sport does Cara play? a. Pickle ball

b. Tennis c. Badminton d. Ping Pong

2. What is it called when you have 0 points in tennis?

a. Love

b. 15 c. 30

d. 40

3. Usually there are how many players on a tennis team?

a. 1 or 2 b. 2 or 3

c. Always 2 d. Always only 1

4. TRUE OR FALSE: According to the story, tennis is similar to ping pong, volleyball, and badminton. a. True

b. False

5. TRUE OR FALSE: You have to win just one set to win a match in tennis. a. True b. False

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Answer the following questions in complete sentences.

1. What kind of skills does someone need to play tennis?

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2. Did Cara like playing by herself or with a partner more? How can you tell? What

was different about playing with a partner?

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3. Pick another sport. How is this sport similar to tennis? How is it different? Be as

specific as possible.

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4. Why is it important to work together when playing sports?

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5. Does it sound like Cara enjoys playing tennis? How can you tell?

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Read the following passage carefully.

Earthquakes and Tsunamis

By: Sue Peterson

Earthquakes are the sudden shock of the earth’s surface that result in the earth shaking and rolling. They can be felt over large geographical areas for brief moments of time. This is a natural way for the earth to release stress. Did you know that more than

a million earthquakes shock the world each year? Let’s look at what causes this unpredictable phenomenon.

There are nearly 20 tectonic plates that are along the earth’s surface that continuously

move past each other. When these plates stretch or squeeze, huge rocks form at their edges and the rocks shift causing an earthquake. You can visualize an earthquake by holding a pencil horizontally in the air and applying force to both ends by pushing down

on them. Eventually, the pencil will break somewhere between the two pencil ends to release the stress placed on it. This is exactly how the earth’s crust reacts to produce

an earthquake. The plates move and put forces on each other so the earth’s crust breaks for this stress to be released in the form of energy. This energy then moves at a terrifying rate through the earth as an earthquake.

A seismograph is an instrument used to record the strength of the earthquake. It also

measures how long the earthquake occurs. Other significant terms to know concerning the topic of earthquakes include the “epicenter” which is the point on the earth’s surface above the source of the earthquake; “seismic waves” which is the energy created by the

quake that causes building, structures, and the earth to move horizontally; and the Richter Scale, a measurement of an earthquake’s intensity.

The points on the Richter Scale correspond to the amount of shaking of the earth (ten

times the amount of shaking and 33 times the amount of energy). It has been reported that the energy released by a large earthquake may be equal to 10,000 times the energy of the first atomic bomb and cause anxiety-ridden victims to panic. Following is a chart

that shows the types of earthquakes and the rating of each on the Richter Scale:

Richter Scale

4 Minor Earthquake

5 Moderate Earthquake

6 Strong Earthquake

7 Major Earthquake

8 Great Earthquake

If you live in a region of the world that has been known to have a history of earthquakes, it is advised that you assemble a well-equipped safety and emergency kit. It is also imperative to have an established disaster plan so everyone remains safe. During an

actual earthquake, it is advisable to get under a sturdy piece of furniture where nothing can fall on you and to stay clear of glass windows and larger objects. If you are outdoors, you need to stay far away of buildings, trees, and power lines. If you are in a car, it is

important to drive to a safe area and stay in the car until the trembles stop.

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There may be aftershocks, movements after the earthquake. Check for personal injuries and damage to your home when all movement has subsided. Depending on the strength of the earthquake, you may be horrified and need someone for reassurance. It is urgent

that you remain calm. You may be able to reassemble some of the items that were tossed about and repair the disorder that has occurred during this disaster at a later time.

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Tsunamis are formed by the displacement of water, either a landslide, volcanic eruption

or by the slippage of the earth’s plates, rock about 15-200 kilometers (50,000-650,000 feet) deep that carry the continents and seas of the earth on an underground ocean of hot, semi-solid material. Tsunamis are large ocean waves that flow straight avoiding

any winding and circular turns like most every day waves.

Tsunamis travel up to 965 kph (600 mph), thus capable of causing severe damage with their treacherous speed alone. They travel the fastest in deeper water, yet hit near the shoreline at 48-64 kph (30-40 mph).

Answer each of the following questions by circling the letter of the correct answer.

1. In paragraph two, why does the author use an example of holding a pencil? a. to experience an earthquake b. to visualize an earthquake

c. to experience a tsunami d. to visualize a tsunami

2. What number on the Richter Scale is given to a strong earthquake?

a. 4 b. 5 c. 6 d. 7

3. According to the text, what is the most important thing you should do during

and after an earthquake? a. repair disorder b. reassemble items

c. panic d. remain calm

Find the meaning of each underlined word in the passage and write an original sentence using the new key word.

1. sturdy

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3. treacherous ______________________________________________________________________________

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6. horrified

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Extended Response

1. Explain why earthquakes occur.

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2. Explain the purpose of the Richter Scale. What do the numbers mean? ______________________________________________________________________________

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3. Compare and contrast earthquakes and tsunamis. Include as many details as possible. ______________________________________________________________________________

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Illustrate your interpretation of a tsunami and an earthquake.

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Read the following passage carefully.

The Best Vacation Ever

Winter break was fast approaching, and all Scott wanted to do was go snowboarding.

Unfortunately, Scott’s parents had different plans. They had booked a weeklong

tropical cruise. Scott hated warm weather and asked if he could just stay at his best

friend’s house so he could snowboard every day with his buddies at the local

mountain. His parents didn’t want to hear anything of it. He kept debating them

about the topic, but they would not change their minds. Family time was important

to them, and it was tradition that they spend winter break together.

The week of the cruise arrived, and Scott continued to mumble his complaints as he

and his family left their house to head south. Scott’s dad told him that he would

only make the vacation worse for himself if he didn’t change his attitude and open

his mind to a new experience. Scott still couldn’t stop thinking about all of the snow

he was leaving behind.

When they arrived at the port to board the ship, Scott had a hard time admitting

that he was actually impressed with the size of the ship. He had seen the brochures

but seeing the ship in person was a whole different animal. Then he remembered

that the brochure said something about a surfing pool. Maybe surfing would be

somewhat like snowboarding. After all, it involved riding a board.

Scott climbed aboard the ship with his parents, and then they walked around to

check everything out. He couldn’t believe how extravagant the accommodations

were. The dining room looked like a royal hall; the game room had all of his favorite

games and then some; the ship’s deck had several different swimming pools for

different purposes. Then Scott saw the surfing pool. It was incredible. It wasn’t a big

pool, but it had big waves, and the girl who was demonstrating how to ride the waves

made it look like a ton of fun.

Scott asked his parents if he could go put his swim shorts on so that he could try

surfing. They said, “Of course.” They wanted to put their swim suits on as well, and,

much to Scott’s surprise, they wanted to try surfing too.

When Scott and his parents had their swim suits on, they headed back to the surfing

pool. There was a line, but it wasn’t too long. Scott’s dad went first and only lasted

about five seconds before he wiped out. Then it was his mom’s turn. She actually

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made it longer than his dad did. When it was Scott’s turn, he was excited and

nervous. He hopped on the board and took a stance similar to his snowboarding

stance. Then the waves started. It felt similar to snowboarding but different at the

same time. On his first ride, Scott rode for almost 30 seconds before wiping out. He

was hooked though.

A lot of the passengers tried surfing the first day of the cruise, but only eight people

or so really took to it, so for the remainder of the cruise the lines weren’t very long,

and Scott got to know the regulars quite well.

By the time the weeklong cruise was over, Scott had new friends he planned to keep

in touch with, a new hobby, and great memories. He apologized to his parents for

initial moaning and groaning, and told them it was his best vacation ever.

Answer each of the following questions in full sentences.

1. Based on the context, what type of climate is considered tropical? How do you

know? Please use evidence from the text. What other places do you know with a

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2. What do you think the word tradition means? What does it mean in the story? What does it mean to you?

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3. Why do you think Scott was surprised that his parents wanted to try surfing? Have you ever tried surfing? ______________________________________________________________________________

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4. Based on the context, what do you think the word extravagant means? ______________________________________________________________________________

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5. Why would Scott have wanted to apologize to his parents? ______________________________________________________________________________

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Read the following passage carefully.

LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD

There was once a sweet little girl who lived with her father and mother in a pretty little cottage at the edge of the village. At the further end of the wood was another pretty cottage and in it lived her grandmother. Everybody loved this little girl; her grandmother perhaps loved her most of all and gave her a great many pretty things. Once she gave her a red cloak with a hood which she always wore, so people called her Little Red Riding Hood. One morning Little Red Riding Hood's mother said, "Put on your things and go to see your grandmother. She has been ill; take along this basket for her. I have put in it eggs, butter and cake, and other dainties." It was a bright and sunny morning. Red Riding Hood was so happy that, at first, she wanted to dance through the wood. All around her grew pretty wild flowers which she loved so well, and she stopped to pick a bunch for her grandmother. Little Red Riding Hood wandered from her path and was stooping to pick a flower when from behind her a gruff voice said, "Good morning, Little Red Riding Hood." Little Red Riding Hood turned around and saw a great big wolf, but Little Red Riding Hood did not know what a wicked beast the wolf was, so she was not afraid. "What have you in that basket, Little Red Riding Hood?" "Eggs and butter and cake, Mr. Wolf." "Where are you going with them, Little Red Riding Hood?" "I am going to my grandmother who is ill, Mr. Wolf." "Where does your grandmother live, Little Red Riding Hood?" "Along that path, past the wild rose bushes, then through the gate at the end of the

wood, Mr. Wolf." Then Mr. Wolf again said, "Good morning," and set off, and Little Red Riding Hood again went in search of wild flowers. At last he reached the porch covered with flowers and knocked at the door of the cottage. "Who is there?" called the grandmother. "Little Red Riding Hood," said the wicked wolf. "Press the latch, open the door, and walk in," said the grandmother. The wolf pressed the latch and walked in to where the grandmother lay in bed. He made one jump at her, but she jumped out of bed and into a closet. Then the wolf put on the cap which she had dropped and crept under the bedclothes. In a short while Little Red Riding Hood knocked at the door and walked in, saying, "Good morning, Grandmother. I have brought you eggs, butter and cake, and here is a bunch of flowers I gathered in the wood." As she came nearer the bed she said, "What big ears you have, Grandmother."

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"All the better to hear you with, my dear." "What big eyes you have, Grandmother." "All the better to see you with, my dear." "But, Grandmother, what a big nose you have." "All the better to smell with, my dear." "But, Grandmother, what a big mouth you have." "All the better to eat you up with, my dear," he said as he sprang at Little Red Riding Hood. Just at that moment Little Red Riding Hood's father was passing the cottage and heard her scream. He rushed in and, with his axe, chopped off Mr. Wolf's head. Everybody was happy that Little Red Riding Hood had escaped the wolf. Then Little Red Riding Hood's father carried her home, and they lived happily ever after.

Answer each of the following questions in full sentences.

1. How did Little Red Riding Hood’s family showed that they loved her? ______________________________________________________________________________

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2. Why did the wolf ask Little Red Riding Hood where her grandmother lived? ______________________________________________________________________________

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3. What does the word dainties mean in the sentence, “I have put in it eggs, butter and cake, and other dainties?” ______________________________________________________________________________

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4. Why do you think the wolf lets the grandmother escape into the closet?

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6. Think of other fairy tales. Is this story similar to any other fairy tales you know? How? Please be specific.

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B. Writing

1. What is a hook?

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2. What is a thesis statement? ___________________________________________________________________________

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3. What the purpose of a compare and contrast essay?

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4. What should go in the following paragraphs of a compare/contrast essay?

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Body Paragraph 2:

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5. Write an example thesis statement for the following persuasive topic: Should kids be allowed to have pets? 6. What the purpose of a persuasive

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6. What should go in the following paragraphs of a persuasive essay?

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Body Paragraph 3: ___________________________________________________________________________

Conclusion: _______________________________________________________________

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Please fill out 3 graphic organizers for 3 of the following persuasive essay topics.

1. Should kids be allowed to keep pets at home?

2. Should students be punished for not doing their homework?

3. Should students be required to wear uniforms?

4. Should people be allowed to text and drive at the same time?

5. Should teachers assign homework to students?

6. Should kids be able to watch TV/use iPads during the school week?

7. Should students stay in school all year long (no summer break)?

8. Should students be required to play sports after school?

9. Should students be able to pick the subjects that they want to learn?

10. Should teachers give exams to students at the end of a term?

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C. Vocabulary

1. Find the definition for each word and write an original sentence for each word.

Word Definition Sentence

mature

viewpoint

intimidated

strained

develop

vary

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keen

exception

effective

urge

concentrate

impress

minimum

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disadvantaged

element

qualify

representative

conduct

routine

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2. Please write a short story using at least four of the vocabulary words in the word bank. Pay close attention to grammar, spelling, punctuation and capitalization.

Start with this sentence ….

When we were practicing…

competition lunging frantic distracted contentment ferocious

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D. Grammar

1. Answer each of the following questions.

a. What is a subject? ______________________________________________________________________________

b. What is a predicate?

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2. Change each of the following incomplete sentences into complete sentences.

a. Went to the store. ___________________________________________________________________________

b. Michael and Jimmy.

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c. Under the table.

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d. Forgot to do the homework last night.

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e. Never lets me eat dessert.

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f. Ran across the entire football field after lunch with friends. ___________________________________________________________________________

g. The teacher wearing a blue shirt. ___________________________________________________________________________

h. The small girl with an ice cream cone in her hand.

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i. Completely fell on the ground after tripping over a rock.

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j. Always likes to go to the park.

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3. Answer each of the following questions. a. What is an adjective?

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b. What is an adverb? ___________________________________________________________________________

4. Make the following sentences more descriptive by adding at least one

adjective and one adverb to each example.

a. The teacher passed out the exams to the students.

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b. He bought a present for his friend.

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c. I want to go eat at that restaurant. ___________________________________________________________________________

d. My parents went to the mall. ___________________________________________________________________________

5. Write the comparative and superlative form of each adjective and adverb.

Adjectives Adverbs

HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!

GOOD LUCK IN 6th GRADE!

Word Comparative Superlative

beautiful

pretty

good

bad

hot

difficult

Word Comparative Superlative

calmly

quickly

happily

crazily

noisily

carefully