2 | Module 1 | Listening Comprehension Assessment 1
1. Draw and label to add the setting and solution from Little Tree to the story map.
What is the setting of the story? What is the solution?
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Sample answer.
Little Tree holds his leaves tight.
2. The text repeats the line “Little Tree just hugged his leaves tight.” Circle the picture that shows what the repetition tells us about Little Tree.
What does this repetition show about Little Tree?
a. He hopes to be different from the other trees.
b. He feels nervous about dropping his leaves.
c. He wants to stay warm as the seasons change.
3. The text says, “The wind tickled the little tree as it passed through his branches and ruffled his leaves.” Circle the picture that shows what it means to ruffle leaves.
What does it mean to ruffle leaves?
a. to blow them off their branches b. to change their color c. to make them move around
4. Circle two pictures that show why Little Tree finally lets go of his leaves.
Why does Little Tree finally let go of his leaves?
a. He feels too much sunlight.
b. He sees the other trees grow.
c. He misses the sound of the dove.
d. He feels the cold of the snow.
5. Write two complete sentences to explain what you learned from Little Tree about change.
What did you learn from Little Tree about change?