Characterization
In paragraph 25, what is the direct characterization of Bailey?
Curious
Read the sentence from paragraph 5 in the box.
It arrived only a few days ago and is still a novelty.
Based on the paragraph, what is the meaning of the word novelty as it is used in the sentence?
A something expensive because it is rare
B something interesting because it is new
C something risky because it is dangerous
D something forgettable because it is unclear
B something interesting because it is new
Read paragraph 32. What do the sentences mainly emphasize about the circus?
A its impressive size
B its unclear origins
C its friendly nature
D its inferior quality
B its unclear origins
Based on paragraphs 38–40, what is the most likely reason the girl pauses
in paragraph 40?
A She is considering which way to take Bailey.
B She is changing her mind about helping Bailey.
C She is trying to avoid attracting the attention of others.
D She is catching her breath before continuing to the destination.
C She is trying to avoid attracting the attention of others.
Based on paragraphs 2–4, what does paragraph 4 mainly suggest?
A Bailey’s casual attitude toward an expected event
B Bailey’s tendency to reflect quickly on past mistakes
C Bailey’s belief that he might have a different experience now that he is older
D Bailey’s fear that previous enjoyments might be less rewarding the second time
C Bailey’s belief that he might have a different experience now that he is older
Which detail from the passage best supports the definition of novelty in paragraph?
A “It was like nothing he had ever seen.” (paragraph 7)
B “Bailey looks back across the field.” (paragraph 22)
C “Bailey finds that he does, actually, want to go inside.” (paragraph 25)
D “If the magic is still there in the daytime, he cannot feel it.” (paragraph 29)
A “It was like nothing he had ever seen.” (paragraph 7)
Which word best describes the tone of paragraph 59?
A triumphant
B secretive
C puzzling
D worried
C puzzling
Read the sentence from paragraph 41 in bold.
The girl takes a sharp turn behind one of the tents, down a passageway Bailey had not even noticed, and there is the fence again, and the field outside.
What do the details in the sentence mainly suggest about the girl?
A her skills as a performer in the circus
B her desire to get away from the circus
C her disdain for the routines of the circus
D her familiarity with the layout of the circus
D her familiarity with the layout of the circus
What does paragraph 16 most likely suggest about Bailey’s parents?
A They had decided to convince Bailey to disregard his memories.
B They were not sensitive in their approach to managing Bailey’s emotions.
C They did not appreciate how unwilling Bailey was to leave the circus early.
D They had rules that took priority over Bailey’s desire to remain at the circus.
D They had rules that took priority over Bailey’s desire to remain at the circus.
Why does the circus use the word "exsanguinated" on their sign?
To scare people from trespassing.
Which sentence best states a central idea of the passage?
A Bailey is both fascinated and unsettled by the circus.
B Bailey is pleased to find unlikely companionship at the circus.
C Bailey struggles to compare the circus now with how it used to be.
D Bailey denies what he saw at the circus and wonders if it actually happened.
A Bailey is both fascinated and unsettled by the circus.
Based on paragraphs 50–54, choose the option that best completes each sentence.
Bailey interprets the girl’s facial expression in paragraph 50 as a sign of her...
disapproval
What is the main effect of the descriptions in paragraph 35?
A They show the depth of Bailey’s perceptions.
B They detail the striking appearance of the girl.
C They reveal the harshness of Bailey’s judgments.
D They suggest the many hardships the girl has faced.
B They detail the striking appearance of the girl.
Based on paragraph 16, what does the word “ached” suggest about Bailey’s feelings toward the circus?
A His feelings are causing him to make regrettable choices.
B His feelings are so strong that they are emotionally painful.
C His feelings are oddly out of place under the circumstances.
D His feelings are distracting him from his physical discomfort.
B His feelings are so strong that they are emotionally painful.
What is one THEME of this text?
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Paragraphs 53 and 54 reveal that her facial expression in paragraph 50 (the girls burrow furrows) likely signaled that she was...
A imitating his attitude.
B considering his need.
C remembering her role.
D disguising her surprise.
B considering his need.
Identifying ONE piece of evidence that supports that Bailey is anxious.
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What evidence from paragraph 16 helps the reader figure out the meaning of the word "ached"?
"They did not stay as long as he would have liked."
What is the element of fiction that is used to end the story.
A cliffhanger OR suspense.
What does it mean when paragraph 5 states, "Caroline likely would have chosen a different dare, but the circus is currently the talk of the town, and Caroline likes to keep her dare en vogue."
She likes to keep her dares relevent to what is currently happening in the town.