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Grab Bag
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Read this sentence from paragraph 15 of the story. Timidly, I scooped a little onto my plate, followed by some curried meats and vegetables. What does the word “timidly” suggest? A unhappiness B uncertainty C friendliness D bravery
What is B: uncertainty
100
Which word best describes how Supphatra is feeling in paragraph 12? A. confident B. confused C. disappointed D. friendly
What is C: disappointed
100
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Anna? A. she moved to Bangkok six months ago B. she likes spaghetti C. she is from America D. her nickname is "Lek Lek"
What is C: she is from America
100
Which line from the text shows how Anna felt about the different types of food Supphatra and her family ate? A. "I could see grasshoppers, crickets, meal worms, bumblebees and beetles." B. "I cringed when my eyes came to rest on an assortment of roasted bugs atop the cart." C. "I didn’t try the meal worm that she offered me either." D. "I paced back and forth across my bedroom floor."
What is B: "I cringed when my eyes came to rest on an assortment of roasted bugs atop the cart."
100
How does paragraph 14 fit into the structure of the story? A. It resolves the conflict that is presented in paragraph 13. B. It explains a problem that is solved in paragraph 15. C. It introduces the feelings of the narrator. D. It adds mystery to the events.
What is A: It resolves the conflict that is presented in paragraph 13.
200
Read the sentence from paragraph 5. We dodged people, potholes and pools of murky water. What does the word "dodged" mean? A. played a game B. moved around something c. shopped for food D. avoided danger
What is B: moved around something
200
Which sentence best supports the theme of the story? A. “Since our family moved to Bangkok six months ago, I had learned many things.” (paragraph 4) B. “I’ve never been very brave when it comes to trying new foods.” (paragraph 6) C. “She closed her eyes and smiled contentedly.” (paragraph 8) D. “My heart thumped wildly in my chest.” (paragraph 15)
What is B: “I’ve never been very brave when it comes to trying new foods.” (paragraph 6)
200
Which of the following did Anna not eat in the text? A. spaghetti B. vegetables C. rice D. papaya
What is A: spaghetti
200
Which of the following lines from the text supports the theme of the story? A. "Timidly, I scooped a little onto my plate, followed by some curried meats and vegetables." B. "Since our family moved to Bangkok six months ago, I had learned many things." C. "We couldn’t speak to one another, but we spent hours riding our bikes together in the neighborhood." D. "When I looked at Supphatra, she smiled at me encouragingly."
What is C: "We couldn’t speak to one another, but we spent hours riding our bikes together in the neighborhood."
200
What inference can you make about Supphatra? A. she does not like her brother hanging around her B. she will be nervous to try spaghetti C. she is not helpful at home D. she will stop being friends with Anna if she doesn't eat bugs
What is B: she will be nervous to try spaghetti
300
According to its use in paragraph 8, what would be another word that could mean the same thing as "Aloy Moa!" A. yummy B. sweet C. smoky D. crunchy
What is A: yummy
300
Which word best describes how Anna is feeling in paragraph 11? A. excited B. afraid C. worried D. scared
What is C: worried
300
Which of the following is true about Anna and Supphatra? A. Anna speaks French and Supphatra speaks Thai B. they both have a brother C. Anna's mom will not allow her to eat with Supphatra because her family eats weird things D. Anna is nervous and Supphatra is excited
What is D: Anna is nervous and Supphatra is excited
300
What best supports the idea that Anna thought the Thai food was "Aloy Maa!"? A. "The flavors made my taste buds jump!" B. "The papaya salad was both peppery and sweet, with a hint of lime." C. "To my surprise, the meat curries were only a little spicy." D. "I scooped up a giant spoonful of curried vegetables and rice and popped it in my mouth."
What is A: "The flavors made my taste buds jump!"
300
What point of view is this story told from? A. first person narrator - Supphatra B. third person narrator - Supphatra C. first person narrator - Anna D. third person narrator - Anna
What is C: first person narrator - Anna
400
Read this sentence from paragraph 5. Canopies and awnings extended out from all the stalls, making me feel like I was being led around a maze of underground tunnels. What does the word "awnings" mean? A. a person who sells goods B. a type of food from Thailand C. a covering that hangs overhead D. a poster in a window
What is C: a covering that hangs overhead
400
What does the narrator’s description in paragraph 18 most likely suggest about Anna? A. She is relieved that the dinner has ended. B. She accepts that her friend is different from her. C. She is determined to try unusual foods. D. She is curious about her friend’s actions.
What is B: She accepts that her friend is different from her.
400
Where did Supphatra get the name "Kitty" from? A. her brother B. her mom and dad C. Anna D. her teacher
What is B: her mom and dad
400
Which line from the text supports that Anna accepts her friends for who they are, even if they are different? A. "I scooped up a giant spoonful of curried vegetables and rice and popped it in my mouth." B. "Supphatra opened it, throwing her arms around me. " C. "All of a sudden, Supphatra picked up the p ace and flashed me a playful smile." D. "When Supphatra offered me a beetle after dinner, I politely shook my head ‘no,’ but grinned ear to ear as I watched her and her brother gobble down the insects."
What is D: "When Supphatra offered me a beetle after dinner, I politely shook my head ‘no,’ but grinned ear to ear as I watched her and her brother gobble down the insects."
400
In paragraph 7, what does the author’s use of the phrase “picked up the pace and flashed me a playful smile” indicate? A. Anna and Supphatra need to hurry to finish their shopping. B. Anna has difficulty keeping up with Supphatra in the unfamiliar place. C. Supphatra enjoys the time she spends shopping with Anna. D. Supphatra expects that Anna will be surprised by what happens next.
What is D: Supphatra expects that Anna will be surprised by what happens next.
500
As used in paragraph 4, which of the following would be an example of a "chue-len"? A. girl B. Mary C. friend D. Tiny
What is D: Tiny
500
Which word best describes how Anna is feeling in paragraph 16? A. disgusted B. hungry C. delighted D. nauseous
What is C: delighted
500
What is NOT a correct description of the Chatuchak market? A. busy B. far away C. dirty D. noisy
What is B: far away
500
Which word from the text does NOT describe Anna's apprehension against eating strange food? A. "queasy" B. "cringed" C. “Aloy Maa!” D. "gasped"
What is C: “Aloy Maa!”
500
Why does the author include both paragraphs 16 and 17 in this story? A. to contrast for the reader Anna’s earlier fears and her enjoyment of the food B. to explain to the reader why Supphatra’s family thinks Anna is funny C. to help the reader understand the different flavors in Thai dishes D. to show the reader how delicious Thai food is
What is A: to contrast for the reader Anna’s earlier fears and her enjoyment of the food