From Pizza to Pisa (Alicia Klepeis) - Leveled English Reading

Travel to beautiful Italy in From Pizza to Pisa (Alicia Klepeis). This exciting book takes young readers on a fun trip across the country. You will read about yummy food, famous buildings, and a big adventure. The easy English sentences help students practice their reading skills. It is a wonderful story for kids who love to learn about new places.

Lexile: 780L

Quiz

Câu 1: What was the complication at the end of this chapter?

They lost their tickets.There was an ice storm coming which might affect their flights.They didn't know what to take to Italy.Mom and Dad had a fight about the trip.

Câu 2: Why were the kids surprised when Mom called?

She was meant to be on holidays in Italy.She didn't have a phone.She didn't usually call when they were at Dad's house.She didn't ever talk to Dad.

Câu 3: Where did the family live?

VeniceNew YorkItalyNorway

Câu 4: Which name describes this chapter?

bibliographyresolutionintroductionconclusion

Câu 5: Which word from the text is a compound word?

conditionercannolibrainstormboring

Câu 6: Which of the following is a synonym for _hectic_?

busyfrighteningheavycalm

Quiz

Câu 1: Why did Mom give the kids a card with her work number on it and the hotel address?

so they could show it to their class when they got homeso they could find their own way home after ice creamin case they got lostin case they wanted to invite a friend over

Câu 2: What was Anara allergic to?

catswheatnutscream

Câu 3: What does it mean when it describes Samal as "pistachio color"?

She was red from anger.She was a bit green from being sick.She was pale.She was pink cheeked from the heat.

Câu 4: What is Samal's tone when she calls her sister "Princess Anara"?

mockingkindfunsad

Câu 5: What is _turbulence_ in an airplane ride?

watching in-flight moviesjolting and bounciness of the plane due to weathera smooth ridebeing air sick

Câu 6: Which of the following is a synonym of _taunt_?

hurtteasehelpflaunt

Quiz

Câu 1: Who is Vovo?

the new nannyan Italian friendthe kids' grandmotherthe kids' mother

Câu 2: How did the kids feel about Gladiator School before they went?

The girls didn't want to go but Ollie was excited.They were all very excited.None of them wanted to go.The girls were excited but Ollie didn't want to go.

Câu 3: "All three Nylunds had a blast dressing up." What does it mean to _have a blast_?

dislike somethingengage in a duelfight a lothave a lot of fun

Câu 4: What do the ***** mean in the text?

The story is finished.Time has passed.They have gone home.A new story with new characters is beginning.

Câu 5: Which word from the text is a compound word?

gladiatorearshothyperventilatingschool

Câu 6: What does the word _multiple_ mean?

more than oneone100twins

Quiz

Câu 1: What did Anara especially want to see?

a gladiator fightthe museumthe Colosseumthe Trevi Fountain

Câu 2: Why couldn't they call the police when Ollie was lost?

They didn't think it was very serious.They couldn't speak Italian.There was no phone reception underground.They didn't know the emergency number in Rome.

Câu 3: Why was Vovo shaking when she spoke to Violetta about Ollie being missing?

She was scared.She was angry.She was cold.She was excited.

Câu 4: What kind of text is this?

information reportfiction narrativediscussionprocedure

Câu 5: "... this beautiful church full of frescos ..." What is a _fresco_?

an altera type of painting often seen on church wallsa type of songa bell

Câu 6: What does _splurging_ mean?

to indulge in something expensiveto steal somethingto buy something cheaplyto get something for free

Quiz

Câu 1: Why did the kids wear blindfolds when they were eating?

They had sore eyes from all the sunlight.They were guessing the flavors of the gelato.They didn't like the look of the food.They were playing hide and seek.

Câu 2: What special occasion takes place in this chapter?

a national Italian holidayVovo's birthdayOliver's birthdayChristmas Day

Câu 3: What are "euros"?

Italian foodthe transport system in Romethe money in Europea town in Italy

Câu 4: What is this chapter mainly about?

the family's stay in TuscanyOliver's birthdaythe family's trip around RomeChiara's dad killing a snake

Câu 5: What does it mean to _serenade_ someone?

to sing to themto write them a cardto do a danceto offend them

Câu 6: "That rooster was making a serious racket!" In this sentence, what does the word _racket_ mean?

a lovely songa quiet rumblinga piece of tennis equipmenta loud, unpleasant noise

Quiz

Câu 1: How many steps were there in the spiral staircase?

362492294500

Câu 2: Why is the leaning tower of Pisa so crooked?

It was built that way as a tourist attraction.The ground under it was too soft and sunk beneath the tower's weight.There was a big flood.There was a big earthquake.

Câu 3: Why might people in Italy be so fascinated with the girls' "wild blonde hair and pale skin"?

It is not common for people to look like this in Italy.They hadn't seen many Americans before.There are no twins in Italy.They weren't used to American fashion.

Câu 4: "I think my thighs are on fire." What language tool is Anara using here?

simileonomatopoeiaalliterationmetaphor

Câu 5: What does it mean to _disembark_?

to get onto get offto miss a flightto get travel sick

Câu 6: What does the word _quipped_ mean?

to say a bad wordto be mean to someonea make a witty commentto speak in another language

Quiz

Câu 1: Why does Samal fall down in the sand?

She hadn't eaten and fainted.She stepped on a crab.She was sick.She had sore legs from the walk up the stairs at Pisa.

Câu 2: Why was Corniglia different to the other towns?

It was on top of a mountain.It was not near the sea.It had no direct access to the sea.It had no churches.

Câu 3: What does it mean when it says Samal was treated by "Doctor Dad"?

Dad had bandaged up her toe.They went to hospital.They went to the local Doctor.Dad's job was as a doctor.

Câu 4: How does Dad feel when Anara says she doesn't want to plan activities?

disappointedfuriousrelievedangry

Câu 5: Which word from the text is a compound word?

trainconkedbackpackdeclared

Câu 6: Add a prefix to the word _impressed_ to make a word opposite in meaning.

exnoninun

Quiz

Câu 1: What did the girls have to promise to do in order to get new clothes?

help with some choresnot complain during the other activitiesearn some moneygo with Mom

Câu 2: What kind of dress did Anara pick?

purple taffetaorange leatherrainbow satinwhite cotton

Câu 3: What is the kids' reaction to Dad suggesting a ride in a racecar on a track?

surprisefearangerconcern

Câu 4: What does Ollie mean when he calls Sam a "granny driver"?

She doesn't drive at all.She wears a hat when she drives.She drives too fast.She drives slowly.

Câu 5: Which of the following is a synonym for _flashy_?

colorfulblandimpressiveunimpressive

Câu 6: Which of the following is an antonym for _nervous_?

fastconfidentanxioussad

Quiz

Câu 1: A _vaporetto_ is a type of what?

boathorseplanecar

Câu 2: How is a gondola propelled?

with a motorIt is on wheels.It is pulled by animals.with a wooden pole which is pushed into the water

Câu 3: Why were the kids embarrassed on the gondola?

Sam was asking too many questions.Their gondolier told them to be quiet.Their parents were fighting.They were fighting with each other and got told off.

Câu 4: What is this chapter called "A Not-So-Romantic Gondola Ride"?

because someone fell offbecause they got sea sickbecause the kids were not behavingbecause gondola rides are meant to be romantic but Mom and Dad were arguing

Câu 5: What does it mean to _marvel_ at something?

to be disgusted by itto be bored by itto be amazed by itto be nervous about it

Câu 6: "Mom went ballistic." What does this mean?

Mom was furious.Mom was nervous.Mom was quiet.Mom was laughing.