NARRATIVES
INFORMATIONAL TEXTS
POETRY
DRAMA
Compare/Contrast
100
Car Talk Read this sentence from paragraph 5. In the car, I was a captive audience. The author uses this sentence to explain how her driving lessons — F made her feel helpless G gave her father the chance to speak H became deeply interesting to her J allowed her father to display his skills
H - became deeply interesting to her
100
Air Force One Read the dictionary entry for the word disposal. disposal \di-ıspō-zəl\ n 1. the authority to make use of 2. a giving away or ridding of 3. a settling of matters 4. arrangement in a particular order Which meaning of disposal is used in paragraph 3? A Definition 1 B Definition 2 C Definition 3 D Definition 4
A Definition 1
100
Needed The imagery in stanzas 3 and 4 suggests that — A Dad is not confident about Brandy’s ability to drive B Brandy is unable to see because of the dust C Dad is in a hurry to finish the task D Brandy is keenly aware of her surroundings
D Brandy is keenly aware of her surroundings
100
The Fly What does the word flustered mean in paragraph 12? A Irritated B Greedy C Suspicious D Sly
A Irritated
100
Car Talk/Needed Which of these best describes what the author of “Car Talk” and Brandy in “Needed” gain from the experience of driving? A) Both gain a deeper understanding of their own abilities. B) Both gain a deeper understanding of family members. C) The author of “Car Talk” becomes a skilled driver, while Brandy learns how to farm. D) The author of “Car Talk” gets to know her father, while Brandy gets to help her family.
D) The author of “Car Talk” gets to know her father, while Brandy gets to help her family.
200
Car Talk What can the reader infer about the author’s father? A He came to appreciate the opportunity to share his past with his daughter. B He gave his daughter driving lessons because his wife insisted. C He concentrated better than his daughter when they talked. D He thought that talking to his daughter might help her drive better.
A He came to appreciate the opportunity to share his past with his daughter.
200
Air Force One The primary purpose of the Air Force One diagram is to — F describe how Air Force One is designed to maintain security for everyone aboard G present the kinds of tasks the president completes aboard Air Force One H illustrate how the communications equipment functions aboard Air Force One J show that Air Force One is designed to meet the needs of the president and his staff
J show that Air Force One is designed to meet the needs of the president and his staff
200
Needed What chore do the father and daughter perform in the poem? F Baling hay G Clearing snow H Exercising cattle J Feeding livestock
J Feeding livestock
200
The Fly The playwright uses the stage directions at the end of Scene 1 to hint that — F the banker cannot be trusted G the boy is tired of playing H the witness is not reliable J the boy’s parents will be home soon
F the banker cannot be trusted
200
Car Talk/Needed Read line 7 of the poem. I’m only twelve, but I get to drive! Which excerpt from “Car Talk” best matches the feeling expressed by the speaker in line 7 of the poem? A we got into the car that first time B Dad and I drove around, saying almost nothing C that now-aging permit first found its way into my eager hands D a small plastic card verifying my right to drive
C that now-aging permit first found its way into my eager hands
300
Car Talk Read this sentence from paragraph 1. Thanks to my abilities, the rear end of our station wagon has seen pine trees, poles, and snow banks, all up-close and personal. In this sentence the author — F shares her fear of never getting a driver’s license G explains why she is such a poor driver H makes fun of her lack of skill J describes the place where she lives
H makes fun of her lack of skill
300
Air Force One Which sentence from the selection states an opinion? A Technically speaking, Air Force One isn’t the name of a specific airplane. B Richard Nixon flew aboard the same plane on his historic visits abroad. C Ronald Reagan, though easy to get along with, was also somewhat of a loner. D The president’s plane is loaded with state-of-the-art navigation and communications equipment
C Ronald Reagan, though easy to get along with, was also somewhat of a loner.
300
A Goldminer's Tale This poem is mostly about a young man who — F) follows people going west in search of gold and tries different locations without success G) looks for a better alternative to a job that he does not enjoy doing and becomes a gold prospector H) goes west in hopes of finding gold and after several unsuccessful attempts finally realizes a better way to earn money J) tries the same method for finding gold and is unsuccessful because of his unwillingness to change
H) goes west in hopes of finding gold and after several unsuccessful attempts finally realizes a better way to earn money
300
The Fly In Scene 1, the dialogue between the boy and the banker reveals that the boy — F does not understand why the banker is visiting G enjoys talking with the banker H refuses to respond to the banker’s questions J does not feel threatened by the banker
J does not feel threatened by the banker
300
Car Talk/Needed How does “Car Talk” differ from “Needed”? F “Car Talk” describes events in the order that they happen. G “Car Talk” shows how a father offers guidance. H “Car Talk” focuses on something a girl experiences. J “Car Talk” describes events that occur over a longer period.
J “Car Talk” describes events that occur over a longer period.
400
Pavel's Journey Which of these best describes Pavel’s internal conflict in the story? A He is unhappy about the cost of his ticket. B A man places him on the other side of the ship. C A man stands between him and the soup pot. D He is not prepared for the misery of the voyage to America.
D He is not prepared for the misery of the voyage to America.
400
Air Force One The author organizes the selection by — F comparing different forms of presidential transportation and then providing reasons why traveling on Air Force One is more convenient G explaining the advanced technology used on Air Force One and then giving examples of how the president uses that technology H stating historical facts about Air Force One and then discussing how it can serve as a mobile command center J describing how Air Force One is different from a standard plane and then providing information about the plane’s role in history
J describing how Air Force One is different from a standard plane and then providing information about the plane’s role in history
400
A Goldminer's Tale The poet’s use of short sentences helps create the poem’s — A vivid imagery B rhythm C tone D conflict
B rhythm
400
The Fly Which of the following lines does the playwright include to show that the boy is clever? A BOY: My mother has gone to the market to sell fans so that she can buy oil for our lamps. Isn’t that what you would call selling the wind to buy the moon? B BOY: It’s true. He promised. C BOY: I do have a witness, Your Honor. D BOY: [Appearing in the doorway.] No! You don’t owe him. He promised me he would forget about the debt
A BOY: My mother has gone to the market to sell fans so that she can buy oil for our lamps. Isn’t that what you would call selling the wind to buy the moon?
400
Car Talk/Needed How are the fathers in “Car Talk” and “Needed” presented differently? A The father in “Car Talk” communicates by sharing stories, while the father in “Needed” communicates by giving instructions. B The father in “Car Talk” is eager to spend time with his daughter, while the father in “Needed” is hesitant about having his daughter help him. C The father in “Car Talk” demonstrates the importance of following directions, while the father in “Needed” demonstrates a carefree approach to driving. D The father in “Car Talk” is uncertain of his ability to provide instructions, while the father in “Needed” is confident when giving instructions.
A The father in “Car Talk” communicates by sharing stories, while the father in “Needed” communicates by giving instructions.
500
Pavel's Journey How does the setting influence the plot of the story? A The conditions on the boat contribute to the conflict Pavel experiences. B The letter from Pavel’s uncle introduces an important character. C The man standing in front of the soup pot provides comic relief. D Pavel’s fellow passengers encourage him to remain hopeful about purchasing land.
A The conditions on the boat contribute to the conflict Pavel experiences.
500
Air Force One Which sentence supports the idea that presidents feel comfortable aboard Air Force One? F Air Force One has the ability to refuel in flight, so it can fly as long as it needs to. G His view is that presidents seem more relaxed and act less formal aboard Air Force One than in the Oval Office. H This was perhaps the most famous version of Air Force One, and it carried eight presidents over the years. J Presidents have always had to travel, of course.
G His view is that presidents seem more relaxed and act less formal aboard Air Force One than in the Oval Office.
500
Needed The abrupt dialogue in the poem helps convey the idea that the characters are — F enjoying the morning G focused on their work H cold and uncomfortable J worried about their safety
G focused on their work
500
The Fly Read these lines from paragraph 5. NARRATOR: [Noticing the Banker.] Oh, here comes trouble. I’m going to get out of his way. [Exits.] The playwright includes these lines to suggest that — F other characters have a negative view of the banker G the narrator is cowardly H the banker and the boy will disagree J the banker is in a rush
F other characters have a negative view of the banker
500
Car Talk/Needed Which of these best describes what the author of “Car Talk” and Brandy in “Needed” gain from the experience of driving? A Both gain a deeper understanding of their own abilities. B Both gain a deeper understanding of family members. C The author of “Car Talk” becomes a skilled driver, while Brandy learns how to farm. D The author of “Car Talk” gets to know her father, while Brandy gets to help her family.
D The author of “Car Talk” gets to know her father, while Brandy gets to help her family.
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