Make an Inference
Make an Inference 2
Identify
Compare and Contrast
Compare and Contrast 2
100

Conclusions made on the basis of unstated or stated evidence are called 

a. actions

b. inferences

c. mythologies

d. values.

c. mythologies

100

In "The Raven and the First Men: The Beginnings of the Haida,” which evidence best helps the reader infer that the Haida might find it acceptable behavior to play tricks on one another?

a. The story presents Raven’s trick against the Sky Chief in a matter-of-fact manner.

b. The story presents Raven’s trick against the Sky Chief in a sarcastic manner.

c. The story presents Raven’s trick against the Sky Chief in an over-the-top manner.

d. The story presents Raven’s trick against the Sky Chief in a humorous manner.

a. The story presents Raven’s trick against the Sky Chief in a matter-of-fact manner.

100

To understand the values expressed in a myth, what are the best elements in the story for a reader to consider? Select four options.


a. actions

b. clothing

c. conflict

d. diet

e. motivations

f. resolution

a. actions

c. conflict

e. motivations

f. resolution

100

Both "The Maori: Genealogies and Origins in New Zealand” and "The Raven and the First Men: The Beginnings of the Haida” feature

a. a bird.

b. the gods.

c. the weather.

d. a wife.

b. the gods.

100

Evidence in the myths "The Maori: Genealogies and Origins in New Zealand” and "The Raven and the First Men: The Beginnings of the Haida” shows that the Maori and Haida cultures are more

a. similar than different because they have important values in common.

b. different than similar because they have such different origins.

c. similar than different because they both are controlled by their gods.

d. different than similar because they live in different parts of the world.

a. similar than different because they have important values in common.

200

Based on the conclusion of "The Raven and the First Men: The Beginnings of the Haida,” the reader can infer that the Haida

a. were lacking in basic necessities.

b. had plenty of food and water available.

c. relied mainly on the ocean for provisions.

d. waited for the Raven to feed them daily.

b. had plenty of food and water available.

200

Who is this character from Simpsons?

Ralph Wiggum

200

Which excerpt from "The Maori: Genealogies and Origins in New Zealand” best shows how the Maori perceive their parents?

a. “We should kill our parents,” he suggested, for he was the god of war. “It will be difficult, but it is the only way we can truly be free!”

b. “We cannot do this,” he said. “Rangi and Papa are our parents. They have created us, made us who we are.”

c. “The Sky Father will watch us from above, while the Earth Mother nourishes us from below.”

d. “It is impossible!” cried Tû. “We should kill them. There is no other way to be free.”

b. “We cannot do this,” he said. “Rangi and Papa are our parents. They have created us, made us who we are.”

200

For a reader to _____ two or more things, the reader must consider how the things are different.

Contrast

200

Based on a comparison of the myths "The Maori: Genealogies and Origins in New Zealand” and "The Raven and the First Men: The Beginnings of the Haida,” if the Maori and the Haida people decided to create a myth together, what would most likely be the value expressed?

a. the need for freedom

b. the importance of family

c. the advantage of cleverness

d. the significance of individuality

b. the importance of family

300

Read the passage from "The Maori: Genealogies and Origins in New Zealand.”

In his anger, Tû chopped down the forests to find Tâne and threw him into a basket. Next, Tû searched out Haumia and Rongo by digging into the soft earth, putting them into the basket as well. At last, Tû made nets to capture Tangora’s fish, and lured Tangora into the basket. In a rage, Tû opened his mouth and ate his brothers to punish them for their cowardice. Tû’s descendants became the Mâori, the humans who are able to master anything that they decide to conquer: the forest, the sea, the food, and the earth.

What can be inferred about how the Maori feel about the land they live on?

a. The Maori feel in control of their land.

b. The Maori feel overwhelmed by their land.

c. The Maori feel afraid of their land.

d. The Maori feel deep affection for their land.

a. The Maori feel in control of their land.

300

Within the Simpsons, who turned brilliantly smart after having a crayon removed from his brain?

(episode "HOMЯ")

Homer

300

Read the passage from "The Raven and the First Men: The Beginnings of the Haida.”

The men were hungry and thirsty, but there was no food on the large sandy beach, and the salt water just made them thirstier. Determined to take care of the men he had found, Raven flew to find them provisions. When he returned, he gave them almost everything they would ever need.

Still, Raven could tell the men were not truly happy. They did not have companions to join them in caring for the earth. So Raven, wise and determined, searched the earth and sea until he found a group of women trapped inside a chiton. He brought them to the men. The two groups of humans fit well together, and Raven became very protective of his people.

Based on the passage, the Haida had values that

a. were centered around their physical needs.

b. encompassed physical and emotional needs.

c. were centered around caring for the ocean.

d. encompassed caring for Raven and the ocean.

b. encompassed physical and emotional needs.

300

What is one way that "The Maori: Genealogies and Origins in New Zealand” contrasts with "The Raven and the First Men: The Beginnings of the Haida”?

a. The Maori myth features courage, but the Haida myth does not.

b. The Maori myth features community, but the Haida myth does not.

c. The Maori myth features the gods, but the Haida myth does not.

d. The Maori myth features deception, but the Haida myth does not.

a. The Maori myth features courage, but the Haida myth does not.

300

For a reader to contrast two or more things, the reader must consider how they are 

a. alike

b. different

c. similar

d. comparable

b. different

400

Read the passage from "The Maori: Genealogies and Origins in New Zealand.”

Light flooded into the world that had been created between Rangi and Papa. The brothers rejoiced, and were amazed to find that in the dark, they had birthed many children—the first humans! These offspring fell to Papa, and were warmly received by the earth, their new home.

Which excerpt from the passage best allows the reader to infer that the Maori people felt cared for by the earth?

a. light flooded into the world

b. the first humans

c. were warmly received

d. their new home

c. were warmly received

400

What day does Season 35 come out for Disney+ members?

October 2, 2024

400

From reading "The Raven and the First Men: The Beginnings of the Haida,” the reader can tell that the Haida people value family due to the actions of

a. the baby toward the daughter.

b. the Sky Chief toward Raven.

c. Raven toward the Sky Chief.

d. the daughter toward the baby.

d. the daughter toward the baby.

400

Based on the myths "The Maori: Genealogies and Origins in New Zealand” and "The Raven and the First Men: The Beginnings of the Haida,” one way the Maori culture most differs from the Haida culture is that the Maori culture

a. cares for the earth.

b. is made up of fierce warriors.

c. worships supernatural beings.

d. has a strong sense of community.

b. is made up of fierce warriors.

400

Who is this character from Simpsons?

Reverend Lovejoy

500

In "The Maori: Genealogies and Origins in New Zealand,” which evidence best helps the reader infer that the Maori people live in a difficult climate?

a. As Tû's descendants, the Maori can conquer anything.

b. As Tû's descendants, the Maori must attack nature.

c. Since Tawhiri escaped, the Maori often battle the weather.

d. Since Tawhiri escaped, the Maori regularly have to hunt for him.

c. Since Tawhiri escaped, the Maori often battle the weather.

500

Within the Simpsons, who's house is this?

 Moe Szyslak

500

Peace, discipline, freedom, and equality are all examples of 

a. myths

b. resolutions

c. settings

d. values

d. values

500

Read the passage from "The Raven and the First Men: The Beginnings of the Haida.”

Once away from the Sky Chief, Raven released the Sun from its confinement. Light shone across the entire earth, illuminating mountains, rivers, and oceans. Raven no longer had to fly through the dark.

But in Raven’s travels, he saw that there was no one to take care of the earth. He landed on a beach and stopped to think about how to solve this problem.

Read the passage from "The Maori: Genealogies and Origins in New Zealand.”

In a rage, Tû opened his mouth and ate his brothers to punish them for their cowardice. Tû’s descendants became the Mâori, the humans who are able to master anything that they decide to conquer: the forest, the sea, the food, and the earth. Only Tawhiri escapes Tû’s wrath, and still today the Mâori battle against the hurricanes he sends from above.

What similarity between the two myths do these passages illustrate?

a. Both cultures thought sunlight was important.

b. Both cultures thought courage was important.

c. Both cultures thought winning was important.

d. Both cultures thought nature was important.

d. Both cultures thought nature was important.

500

Which two "Treehouse of Horrors" did Lard Lad Donuts appear in? (Select 2 answer)

a. Treehouse of Horror VI

b. Treehouse of Horror XII

c. Treehouse of Horror XXIV

d. Treehouse of Horror XVI

a. Treehouse of Horror VI

c. Treehouse of Horror XXIV