Daily Reading Practice

Day 4 of 10
Grade 3 ELA | Point of View | Part A/Part B Format
FL B.E.S.T. Standard: ELA.3.R.1.3 - Explain different characters' perspectives in a literary text.
IXL Skills: Identify the narrator's point of view; Compare characters' points of view
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Directions: Read the passage below carefully. Then answer the questions that follow. Think about how different characters see and feel about the same situation.
The Last Cookie

Emma and her little brother Max both spotted the last chocolate chip cookie on the plate at the same time.

"That cookie should be mine," said Emma. "I'm older, and I've been waiting all day for a treat. I had a really hard spelling test, and I deserve something sweet."

"But I want it!" Max cried. "Emma always gets everything first because she's bigger. It's not fair! I cleaned up all my toys today without being asked. I should get a reward."

Their mother walked into the kitchen and saw them arguing. She picked up the cookie and broke it in half.

"There," Mom said with a smile. "Now you each have half. Emma, you worked hard on your test. Max, you were very responsible today. You both earned a treat."

Emma looked at her half and felt a little silly for arguing. Max grinned and said, "Thanks, Mom! Half a cookie is still pretty good."

The two children sat down together to enjoy their snack. Emma had to agree - sharing wasn't so bad after all.

Questions 1-2: Point of View
This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.
Part A
How does Emma feel about who should get the cookie?
A
She thinks Max deserves the cookie more than she does.
B
She believes she should get it because she is older and had a hard day.
C
She thinks their mom should eat the cookie.
D
She doesn't really want the cookie at all.
Part B
Which sentence from the story BEST shows Emma's point of view?
A
"Emma and her little brother Max both spotted the last chocolate chip cookie."
B
"Their mother walked into the kitchen and saw them arguing."
C
"Half a cookie is still pretty good."
D
"I'm older, and I've been waiting all day for a treat. I had a really hard spelling test."
Practice this skill on IXL: Identify the narrator's point of view
Questions 3-4: Comparing Perspectives
This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.
Part A
How is Max's point of view DIFFERENT from Emma's?
A
Max thinks no one should eat the cookie.
B
Max believes cookies are unhealthy.
C
Max thinks he deserves the cookie because he's always treated unfairly for being younger.
D
Max wants to save the cookie for later.
Part B
Which sentence BEST shows Max's perspective?
A
"Emma always gets everything first because she's bigger. It's not fair!"
B
"She picked up the cookie and broke it in half."
C
"Emma looked at her half and felt a little silly."
D
"The two children sat down together to enjoy their snack."
Practice this skill on IXL: Compare characters' points of view
FAST Success Kit | Grade 3 Daily Reading Practice | Day 4
FL B.E.S.T. Standard: ELA.3.R.1.3 | Lexile: 530L-650L
Practice questions mirror Florida FAST assessment Part A/Part B format
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Answer Key (Teacher Reference)

Question 1 Part A: B - She believes she should get it because she is older and had a hard day.
Emma states she is older and had a hard spelling test as reasons she deserves the cookie.
Question 1 Part B: D - "I'm older, and I've been waiting all day for a treat. I had a really hard spelling test."
This quote directly shows Emma explaining her perspective on why she should get the cookie.
Question 2 Part A: C - Max thinks he deserves the cookie because he's always treated unfairly for being younger.
Max complains that Emma always gets everything first because she's bigger.
Question 2 Part B: A - "Emma always gets everything first because she's bigger. It's not fair!"
This quote shows Max's feelings about being the younger sibling.