1. Why is Karen in a hurry?
She is rushing to catch her flight. The text states she "stomped on the gas pedal," "zigged past a semi-truck," "zagged past a motorbike," and "darted into the parking lot" after glancing at the clock, indicating urgency. This is confirmed when she hears the "Final boarding call for flight 205 to JFK" as she enters the terminal.
2. Why does she start walking slowly at the end of the passage?
She realizes she has missed her flight. The text says she "sighed" after seeing the long security line described as a "lethargic snake," which implies resignation and defeat, leading her to walk slowly to the customer service desk.
3. What is Karen going to do at the customer service desk?
She will likely ask for help with her missed flight, such as rebooking or getting information about the next available flight. Her sigh and slow walk to the customer service desk after hearing the final boarding call suggest she needs assistance because she is too late.
4. Why is Brenda moving so slowly?
She is sick and feeling unwell. The text describes her blowing her nose with force, having a clogged nose, getting a head rush that almost knocked her down, and experiencing muscle aches—all symptoms of illness that would cause someone to move slowly.
5. What is Brenda going to talk about with the manager?
She is likely going to request time off work due to her illness. She calls her workplace ("Happy Fun Land"), identifies herself, and immediately asks to speak to the manager instead of just talking to her coworker Deidra, which suggests she has a serious matter to discuss, most logically related to being too sick to work.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of draw conclusions worksheet 5th grade.
