Jack-O-Lanterns- Comprehension Questions

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6 questions
Use your "Jack-O-Lanterns" passage to answer the comprehension questions. Pay close attention to the words and point value of each question.
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To make jack-o-lanterns, people use simple tools like _______ ,_______ , and small _______ .
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How long has carving a jack-o-lantern been a tradition?

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The first jack-o-lanterns were carved into beets or turnips.

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Put the steps in order for how a jack-o-lantern is made.

  1. The insides and seeds are removed.
  2. The top of the pumpkin is cut in a way that it can be placed back on top.
  3. A candle is placed inside the pumpkin to make it glow.
  4. Start with a pumpkin.
  5. Carvers use simple instruments like spoons to hollow out the inside.
  6. End with a fun jack-o-lantern.
  7. The designer makes a face by carving the pumpkin.
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Match the word to its definition. Each answer is only used once.

Draggable itemCorresponding Item
prevalent
create or represent something by carving, casting, or shaping
instruments
created; skill in creating something
sculpt
widespread at a particular time
crafted
tools for a task
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What countries have carved jack-o-lanterns over the years? Mark all that apply.