PIRLS (Progress in International Reading Literacy Study) Story Practice Questions

A student reads a story about a dog. What is the main idea of the story?

• AA. The dog is friendly.
• BB. The dog likes to bark.
• CC. The dog loves to run.
• DD. The dog has a owner.

What can a student infer from a character's actions in a story?

• AA. The book's genre.
• BB. The time period.
• CC. Their feelings.
• DD. The author's intent.

A character in a story feels sad after losing a pet. What can readers infer?

• AA. The character enjoys nature.
• BB. The character is happy.
• CC. The character loves animals.
• DD. The character is indifferent.

A story describes a storm disrupting a picnic. What might this symbolize?

• AA. Happiness.
• BB. Fun times ahead.
• CC. Conflict or change.
• DD. Future events.