Reading Standards for Literature > Explaining Differences Between Poems, Drama, and Prose (CCSS.RL.4.5) Practice Test

At sunrise, the sidewalk gleams with gold, Bikes whisper past, brave and bold. Sparrows stitch songs through morning air, Puddles hold clouds, floating there. I step in time, tap-tap my shoe, Counting the beats—one, two, two. A breeze flips pages of the town, Leaves skate, leap, settle down. Mom calls my name; I skip and sway, Pocket a pebble for luck today. The bell rings bright; I tuck it tight, Ready to learn, quick as light.

Cast of Characters: Lena — a fourth grader Mr. Ramos — school custodian

Setting: The school hallway, early morning.

Lena: (peering into her locker) My science poster is gone! Mr. Ramos: (rolling a cart) Good morning. Lose something? Lena: I taped it right here last night. Mr. Ramos: Check the lost-and-found. (points) Lena: (hurries to the bin) Yes! Thank you. Mr. Ramos: Next time, use a clip. The tape lets go. Lena: I will. (smiles) I'm glad it wasn't ruined.