Vocabulary Terms Part 1
What is the author's main purpose when they write a memoir?
A) To persuade the reader to take action
B) To inform the reader about facts
C) To tell a story that is enjoyable to read
D) To recreate one of their memories for the reader
D) To recreate one of their memories for the reader
The cultural setting of a story refers to the beliefs, customs, and way of life of the characters. Which of the following is an example of cultural setting?
A) A family celebrates a holiday with special foods and music.
B) A character is walking home in a hurry.
C) The story takes place in the future.
D) A character visits a park every day.
A) A family celebrates a holiday with special foods and music.
What does the word debate mean?
A) A disagreement without any discussion
B) A formal discussion where people express different opinions
C) A type of game where teams compete
D) A quiet conversation between friends
B) A formal discussion where people express different opinions
Which of the following expresses Malala’s ideas about the importance of education?
A I’d already heard the rooster crow at dawn but had fallen back asleep.
B I had an exam on Pakistani studies.
C “After the fifteenth of January, no girl, whether big or little, shall go to school.”
D How would I complete my studies and become a doctor, which was my greatest hope at the time?
D How would I complete my studies and become a doctor, which was my greatest hope at the time?
What does the Greek prefix pseudo- mean in the word pseudonym in paragraph 48?
A False
B First
C New
D Writing
A False
The message of a story is the lesson or idea the author wants the reader to understand. Which of the following is a possible message in a story?
A) Heroes should always be admired.
B) Bad weather can destroy everything.
C) Every person can make a difference.
D) Food is the most important thing in life.
C) Every person can make a difference.
Which of the following words describes a character trait of someone who is always helping others and is kind-hearted?
A) Shy
B) Clumsy
C) Angry
D) Generous
D) Generous
What is the meaning of the word edict?
A) A command or official order given by someone in authority
B) A formal speech made to the public
C) A list of rules for a group to follow
D) A warning about a danger
A) A command or official order given by someone in authority
The author wrote her diary entries under a false name mainly because —
A she feared that her father would punish her if she used her real name
B she feared that the Taliban would punish her for speaking out
C she was too modest to use her real name
D she did not want her friends to be envious of her
B she feared that the Taliban would punish her for speaking out
In what location on the map, shown after paragraph 5, do the events in this selection take place?
A Afghanistan
B Islamabad
C Kashmir
D Swat
D Swat
Which of these words best describes the mood of a story that is dark, scary, and tense?
A) Joyful
B) Suspenseful
C) Peaceful
D) Excited
B) Suspenseful
Which of the following words describes a character who is always nervous and worried about what will happen next?
A) Confident
B) Brave
C) Anxious
D) Curious
C) Anxious
What does the word defy mean?
A) To agree with someone's opinion
B) To challenge or refuse to obey something
C) To be afraid of something
D) To follow the rules carefully
B) To challenge or refuse to obey something
Which of the following is not true?
A Malala’s father wanted her to go to school.
B Malala and her best friend, Moniba, wrote the diary entries.
C Education is very important to Malala.
D Malala is a spiritual person who says prayers regularly.
B Malala and her best friend, Moniba, wrote the diary entries.
Paragraphs 25–63 are organized in a way that —
A compares and contrasts different points of view
B describes the disadvantages of being a girl in Pakistan
C compares and contrasts life before and after the Taliban
D describes events in the order in which they happened
D describes events in the order in which they happened
What is an example of first-person point of view?
A) "He went to the store and bought a candy bar."
B) "I felt nervous as I entered the room."
C) "The dog barked loudly in the yard."
D) "They decided to stay inside during the storm."
B) "I felt nervous as I entered the room."
If a story is described as having a joyful mood, which of the following would you most likely feel while reading it?
A) Sadness and fear
B) Happiness and excitement
C) Anger and frustration
D) Confusion and mystery
B) Happiness and excitement
What is a pseudonym?
A) A nickname used by someone
B) A type of signature used in letters
C) A false name used by an author or artist
D) A title given to someone for their achievements
C) A false name used by an author or artist
The introductory paragraphs 1–9 are important because they —
A predict that Malala will be famous
B establish what Malala’s life is like
C explain why men are looking for Malala
D compare Malala’s life to that of her brother
B establish what Malala’s life is like
Which sentence best describes Malala’s message in the selection?
A Citizens should follow the law.
B People should fight for their beliefs.
C Children should work hard in school.
D Governments should protect people.
B People should fight for their beliefs.
The rising action in a story refers to the events that lead up to the main conflict. Which of the following is an example of rising action in a mystery story?
A) The detective solves the case.
B) The story ends with a surprising twist.
C) The detective gathers clues and suspects.
D) The detective goes on a vacation.
C) The detective gathers clues and suspects.
Which of the following is an example of rising action in a story about a soccer game?
A) The team wins the game in the final seconds.
B) The coach gives a motivational speech to the team before the game.
C) The players struggle to work together and face challenges during the match.
D) The referee calls the game a draw at the end.
C) The players struggle to work together and face challenges during the match.
What does anonymous mean?
A) To be well-known by everyone
B) To reveal your identity
C) To use a famous person's name
D) To remain unknown or unnamed
D) To remain unknown or unnamed
Based on paragraphs 16–23, the reader can conclude that —
A Malala believes the girls are safe
B something bad happens to Malala
C Malala recognizes the young men
D the girls on the bus distrust Malala
B something bad happens to Malala
Which of the following character traits best describes Malala’s attitude toward education in I Am Malala?
A) Indifference
B) Defiance
C) Curiosity
D) Passion
D) Passion