Vocabulary
In paragraph 11, the word jumbled means
A. Ordered
B. Confused
C. Detailed
D. Organized
B. Confused
The author uses a simile in paragraph 1 to illustrate-
The author uses a simile to show how tightly Jason is holding his harness and how afraid he is of what’s happening.
Which sentence from the story provides the best evidence that Jason is relieved?
(Paragraph 14) “What a relief when Mr. Dama looked up at me and smiled.”
Based on the story, what can the reader conclude about Jason?
A. He’s courageous for helping Mr. Dama.
B. He’s selfish for helping Mr. Dama.
C. He’s a lazy person.
D. He’s a rude person.
A. He is courageous for helping Mr. Dama
What does Mrs. Mares compare a plot diagram to?
When she explains the plot diagram she uses a _____________ as an example to help you relate!
Rollercoaster Ride
In paragraph 9, the word sprawled means -
A Spread out
B Straighten
C Stand
D Compress
A. Spread out
In paragraph 7, the author put “it felt like we tumbled end over end for what seemed like forever” because-
The author wanted to emphasize the length of time they were fumbling during the sandstorm
Which sentence from the story directly states that Jason feels afraid-
Paragraph 2, I’d be scared to death, I am scared to death and i'm not even driving!
Based on the story what is the main theme of the story?
A. To never go out alone
B. Never go to another planet
C. Always be prepared
D. Seeing friends is important in a friendship
C. Always be prepared
What grammar program do we use in class that you just LOVE so much?!?!?!?
NoRedInk....haha!
The simile in paragraph 11 helps the reader understand that Jason -
Is having trouble breathing in the sandcrawler
Which line from the story best demonstrates the moment when Jason realized Mr. Dama was in danger?
A. “The air smelled like a locker room after a really tough game”
B. “I searched the jumbled mess and found my backpack.”
C. “I heard the sound that brought my fear into the heart of every colonist-the whistle of atmosphere leaking from the enviro-suit.”
D. “What is it that Mrs. Nacole always says in Emergency Preparedness Class?”
C. "I heard the sound that brought my fear into the heart of every colonist-the whistle of atmosphere leaking from the enviro-suit?
Which event triggers the main problem-
When the gust of wind flipped over the sand crawler .
What is the capital of Texas?
Austin
In paragraph 8, the word crumpled means-
A. To collapse on the ground.
B. Go to pieces.
C. Crushed to form wrinkles.
D. Look miserable or sad.
A. To collapse on the ground
Which sentence from the story provide the best evidence that Jason feels a sense of panic?
Paragraph 11, What am I going to do? I can’t handle this!
Which event from the story suggests that Jason will resolve his conflict?
(Paragraph 11) When he references back (remembers) to his Emergency Preparedness Class with Mrs. Nadale. Jason finds his emergency kit that he takes everywhere.
Name the four types of conflicts
Man vs Man, Man vs Society, Man vs. Self and Man vs. Nature
In paragraph 6, the word fishtail means-
A. Collide
B. Swerve
C.Accelerate
D.Raddled
A. Swerve
Which sentence from the story provides the best evidence that Jason feels excited?
A. I could barely remember my own name, let alone emergency procedures.
B. Jason, you saved my life, what can I do to repay you?
C. I clutched my safety harness like a raft and watched Bindor’s dad at the controls.
D. I jumped at the chance to see my best friend.
D. I jumped at the chance to see my best friend.
Which sentence from the story best expresses the main theme of the passage?
Paragraph 20-“How about tell Mrs. Nadale I paid attention in Emergency Preparedness class”
What does FANBOYS mean?
For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So