Point of View
How does the shift from Lena’s point of view to Caleb’s point of view affect understanding?
A. It reveals that Caleb’s earlier comment came from embarrassment rather than guilt.
B. It shows that Lena’s suspicion was based on limited information about Caleb’s actions.
C. It explains that Caleb wanted to see the sketchbook because he admired Lena’s drawings.
D. It shows that Lena’s private feelings caused her to misread Caleb’s behavior.
B. It shows that Lena’s suspicion was based on limited information about Caleb’s actions.
Which theme is developed throughout the story?
A. Misunderstandings can change when people learn more about each other’s feelings.
B. People may protect what feels personal until ready to share.
C. A person’s first reaction can make a problem seem more certain.
D. Kind words are enough to repair trust.
A. Misunderstandings can change when people learn more about each other’s feelings.
How do the authors’ purposes differ?
A. The first author explains how later start times may help students, while the second explains why they may be difficult to put in place.
B. The first focuses on rest, while the second focuses on schedules and responsibilities.
C. The first argues impact on learning, while the second argues leaders must consider multiple needs.
D. The first explains why students struggle, while the second explains problems with change.
A. The first author explains how later start times may help students, while the second explains why they may be difficult to put in place.
What is a central idea across both accounts?
A. Later school start times may help students, but changes affect families and schools in different ways.
B. Later start times are necessary for learning.
C. Leaders should focus on transportation more than sleep.
D. Students in activities are most affected.
A. Later school start times may help students, but changes affect families and schools in different ways.
How do the titles help convey meaning?
A. They suggest both accounts focus on student effects
B. One focuses on health, the other transportation
C. They present different sides of the same topic
D. Both explain why schedules are hard to change
C. They present different sides of the same topic
Which detail best supports the answer above?
A. “Everyone in art club knew it.”
B. “I laughed because I did not know what else to do.”
C. “Now she was standing in front of me…”
D. “Lena followed my eyes.”
B. “I laughed because I did not know what else to do.”
How does the interaction between Lena and Caleb develop the plot?
A. Lena’s accusation leads to Caleb revealing information that changes her understanding.
B. Lena’s silence causes Caleb to search without explaining.
C. Caleb’s laughter encourages Lena to hide the sketchbook.
D. Caleb’s apology makes Lena regret bringing it.
A. Lena’s accusation leads to Caleb revealing information that changes her understanding.
Which pair of details best supports the answer above?
A. “Students who sleep longer…” / “Schools must consider buses…”
B. “Many middle schools…” / “Later school start times…”
C. “Supporters also point out…” / “This does not mean…”
D. “Changing the start time…” / “A schedule that helps…”
A. “Students who sleep longer…” / “Schools must consider buses…”
Which detail supports Account 1’s purpose?
A. Students may arrive tired before the day starts
B. Schools must consider buses and schedules
C. Activities may end later
D. Families depend on students
A. Students may arrive tired before the day starts
What does “The Case for Later School Start Times” suggest?
A. It argues in favor
B. It argues against
C. It is neutral
D. It focuses on transportation
A. It argues in favor
Select TWO details that make Caleb seem suspicious at first:
A. “Across the room, Caleb was laughing…”
B. “Inside were drawings I had not shown anyone yet…”
C. “Now that sentence sounded different…”
D. “His face changed so quickly that I thought I had caught him.”
E. “Under the edge of the supply table…”
A. “Across the room, Caleb was laughing…”
D. “His face changed so quickly that I thought I had caught him.”
What starts the conflict in the story?
A. Caleb laughs at Lena
B. Lena loses her sketchbook
C. Lena accuses Caleb
D. Caleb asks to see the drawings
B. Lena loses her sketchbook
What does the first account mainly focus on?
A. Transportation problems
B. Benefits of sleep
C. After-school activities
D. Family schedules
B. Benefits of sleep
Which detail supports Account 2’s purpose?
A. Students concentrate better
B. Students feel less stress
C. Schools must consider buses and schedules
D. Students learn more
C. Schools must consider buses and schedules
What does “The Challenges of Later School Start Times” suggest?
A. It supports change
B. It focuses on benefits
C. It explains difficulties
D. It is unrelated
C. It explains difficulties
Which detail from Caleb’s section shows his true reaction?
A. “Everyone in art club knew it.”
B. “I laughed because I did not know what else to do.”
C. “Now she was standing in front of me…”
D. “Lena followed my eyes.”
B. “I laughed because I did not know what else to do.”
What resolves the conflict?
A. Caleb apologizes
B. Lena forgives him
C. The sketchbook is found under the table
D. Lena shows her drawings
C. The sketchbook is found under the table
What does the second account mainly focus on?
A. Student health
B. Benefits of sleep
C. Challenges of changing schedules
D. Classroom instruction
C. Challenges of changing schedules
Which detail supports BOTH accounts?
A. Students need sleep
B. Buses must be scheduled
C. Activities take time
D. Schools start early
A. Students need sleep
Why are both titles important together?
A. They repeat the same idea
B. They show only benefits
C. They show only problems
D. They show two perspectives
D. They show two perspectives
Which statement BEST explains Caleb’s behavior?
A. It reveals that Caleb’s earlier comment came from embarrassment rather than guilt.
B. It shows that Lena’s suspicion was based on limited information.
C. It explains that Caleb wanted to see the sketchbook because he admired the drawings.
D. It shows that Lena misread Caleb’s behavior.
A. It reveals that Caleb’s earlier comment came from embarrassment rather than guilt.
Which idea BEST connects the story’s events?
A. Misunderstandings can change when people learn more about each other’s feelings.
B. People should always share their belongings.
C. First impressions are always correct.
D. Apologies solve every problem.
A. Misunderstandings can change when people learn more about each other’s feelings.
Which statement BEST describes BOTH authors’ purposes?
A. They both argue for later start times
B. They both explain the same benefits
C. They present different perspectives on the same issue
D. They both focus on transportation
C. They present different perspectives on the same issue
Which BEST summarizes BOTH texts?
A. Later start times solve all problems
B. Sleep is more important than schedules
C. Later start times help but create challenges
D. Transportation is the biggest issue
C. Later start times help but create challenges
What is the BEST interpretation of BOTH titles?
A. They argue for the same idea
B. They present opposite sides of one issue
C. They focus on different topics
D. They are unrelated
B. They present opposite sides of one issue