Use Text and Picture Clues
Grade 1 - Reading - Building Confidence

Combine the clues: Sam walks outside as drops begin to fall. He carries something that opens above him. What helps Sam stay dry?
- a paper fan
- a lunchbox
- an umbrella
Picture evidence for this text: An ice cube sits outside on a plate. The day feels warm. Which visual detail is most helpful?
- the frog is above the water
- the board slopes downward
- a puddle around the ice
Text-plus-picture statement: Sam walks outside as drops begin to fall. He carries something that opens above him. Which conclusion uses both sources?
- The clues show an umbrella.
- The clues show a paper fan.
- The clues show a lunchbox.
Next-event clue: A chick opens its beak in the nest. A parent flies close. What will most likely happen next?
- The sky will become brighter
- Students will go inside
- The chick will eat
Combine the clues: A chick opens its beak in the nest. A parent flies close. Why did the parent return?
- to feed the chick
- to close a window
- to paint the nest
Picture evidence for this text: Sam walks outside as drops begin to fall. He carries something that opens above him. Which visual detail is most helpful?
- a puddle around the ice
- the frog is above the water
- a canopy held over Sam
Text-plus-picture statement: The sky grows bright over the water. A new day begins. Which conclusion uses both sources?
- The clues show late evening.
- The clues show morning.
- The clues show nap time indoors.
Next-event clue: The sky grows bright over the water. A new day begins. What will most likely happen next?
- The sky will become brighter
- The chick will eat
- Sam can keep walking in the rain
Combine the clues: The sky grows bright over the water. A new day begins. What time of day is shown?
- morning
- midnight
- late evening
Picture evidence for this text: The sky grows bright over the water. A new day begins. Which visual detail is most helpful?
- a canopy held over Sam
- the sun rising at the horizon
- school doors behind the bus