Main Idea and Supporting Details
What is the main idea of the passage?
A) Superheroes have to show their strengths before they can become a superhero.
B) The narrator struggles with not feeling like a “real” superhero.
C) Golden Boy is the best superhero of all.
D) The narrator prefers working at a law firm.
B) The narrator struggles with not feeling like a “real” superhero
Based on the tone and context, how does the narrator most likely feel when reading the rejection letter?
A) Annoyed but hopeful
B) Deflated and discouraged
C) Angry and confrontational
D) Proud of how far he’s come
B) Deflated and discouraged
What does “qualified” most likely mean in paragraph 2?
A) Skilled
B) Approved or capable
C) Disappointed
D) Average
B) Approved or capable
How is the story organized?
A) Problem and solution
B) Chronological events with flashbacks
C) Compare and contrast
D) Step-by-step instructions
B) Chronological events with flashbacks
What point of view is used in this story?
A) First-person
B) Second-person
C) Third-person omniscient
D) Third-person limited
A) First-person
Which sentence most clearly supports the idea that the narrator feels weak/small to other heroes?
A) “At least I have my good-guy card.”
B) “She waves at me.”
C) “Still doesn’t change the fact that I’m minor. Not even minor.”
D) “People at work don’t know I’m moonlighting.”
C) “Still doesn’t change the fact that I’m minor. Not even minor."
What does the narrator’s reaction to his name "Moisture Man" suggest about how he views himself?
A) He is proud of his identity.
B) He believes his name gives him an edge.
C) He’s self-conscious and dissatisfied.
D) He thinks it’s funny to other people.
C) He’s self-conscious and dissatisfied.
Which evidence from paragraph 21 best helps the reader understand the meaning of the word “standoffish”?
A) “reading the battle plan”
B) “I don't know him very well”
C) “try not to get in my way”
D) “breath freezing in the air”
C) “try not to get in my way”
Why does the author include humor throughout the story?
A) To distract readers from the sad parts
B) To ridicule the idea of superheroes
C) To add lightheartedness and make the narrator relatable
D) To appeal to readers who dislike fiction
C) To add lightheartedness and make the narrator relatable
How does the narrator likely feel about Zero C?
A) He views him as a friendly teammate.
B) He admires his leadership skills.
C) He is intimidated and frustrated by his arrogance.
D) He is eager to learn from him.
C) He is intimidated and frustrated by his arrogance.
What is the narrator ultimately hoping to gain through becoming a superhero?
A) To protect the city from villains
B) Recognition as a superhero
C) Revenge on more successful heroes
D) Fame and popularity with the public
B) Recognition as a superhero
Why does the narrator question whether Golden Boy is helping him out of “pity or friendship”?
A) He feels unsure about Golden Boy’s true intentions.
B) He knows Golden Boy is trying to recruit him.
C) He feels confident in his abilities and doesn’t want help.
D) He wants to repay Golden Boy with a favor.
A) He feels unsure about Golden Boy’s true intentions.
Read this sentence from paragraph 8:
“Doesn't exactly strike fear into the hearts of the wicked.”
What does this sentence suggest about the name “Moisture Man”?
A) It is a hard name for people to pronounce
B) It imitates the names of other superheroes
C) It sounds like a weak name for a superhero
D) It is a better name for a villain than a good guy
C) It sounds like a weak name for a superhero
What literary device is used when the narrator calls himself a “human water fountain”?
A) Metaphor
B) Simile
C) Hyperbole
D) Personification
A) Metaphor
Why does the author end the action scene with “no one’s listening”?
A) To show the narrator is often ignored and overlooked
B) To imply that the mission failed
C) To suggest the team doesn’t care about victory
D) To make fun of the narrator’s poor timing
A) To show the narrator is often ignored and overlooked
Which textual evidence best reveals the narrator’s disappointment about his status?
A) “I go to take off my seat belt but it’s more complicated than it looks.”
B) “My power, if you can call it that…”
C) “I read history, I learned theory…”
D) “We got word they are planning to steal a quantum computer…”
B) “My power, if you can call it that…”
What does the narrator’s hesitation with the seat belt most likely reveal about him?
A) He’s uninterested in the mission.
B) He’s unprepared for action.
C) He wants to avoid conflict with Zero C.
D) He is nervous about driving.
B) He’s unprepared for action.
In paragraph 11, the narrator says, “It’s all I’ve got to offer. My trick. My one thing.” What does the word “trick” most likely mean in this context?
A) A practical joke he plays on others
B) A method he uses to deceive villains
C) His unique skill or special ability
D) A routine he performs for entertainment
C) His unique skill or special ability
How would you best describe the narrator’s tone throughout the passage?
A) Bitter and aggressive
B) Serious and admiring
C) Confident and triumphant
D)Playful with hints of sadness
D)Playful with hints of sadness
Which theme of the story is best reflected in paragraph 13?
A)Education is the best way to expand the mind
B) One must learn from history to avoid repeating it
C) With great intelligence comes greater responsibility
D) Sometimes hard work is not enough to achieve success
D) Sometimes hard work is not enough to achieve success
Which evidence best supports the idea that the narrator has received a rejection letter before?
A) “Got the letter today…” (paragraph 1)
B) “A couple of brutes, a shape-shifter, a few big brains.” (paragraph 3)
C) “I can scan the list of people who did make it.” (paragraph 3)
D) “...still not a superhero.” (paragraph 1)
D) “...still not a superhero.” (paragraph 1)
Why does the narrator say “I want to hang up but I can’t afford to”?
A) He doesn’t want to seem rude to Golden Boy.
B) He knows Golden Boy will promote him if he stays on.
C) He depends on Golden Boy for opportunities.
D) He’s afraid of losing his only friend.
C) He depends on Golden Boy for opportunities.
What does the phrase “throwing me a bone” in paragraph 19 suggest about the narrator?
A) He is convinced that Gold Boy envies his powers
B) He understands that Golden Boy is doing him a favor
C) He realizes he needs to work to be as good as Golden Boy
D) He is worried he will not get another gig without Golden Boy
B) He understands that Golden Boy is doing him a favor
How does paragraph 5 develop the plot of the story?
A) By suggesting that the narrator is greedy
B) By demonstrating the superpowers of the narrator
C) By explaining the benefits the narrator sees in being a superhero
D) By describing what the narrator hopes to look like as a superhero
C) By explaining the benefits the narrator sees in being a superhero
Which evidence best develops the narrator’s perspective about his own abilities?
A) “For a few months last year, I tried to get people to call me Atmosphero.” (paragraph 9)
B) “Makes me sound like a force-field guy, and, anyway, -o endings are usually for villains.” (paragraph 9)
C) “A couple of years ago I listed myself in the phone book, which was a mistake, because you can imagine the crank calls I get.” (paragraph 11)
D) “My power, if you can call it that, and I don’t think you can, is that I am able to take about two gallons of water from the moisture in the air and shoot it in a stream or a gentle mist.” (paragraph 12)
D) “My power, if you can call it that, and I don’t think you can, is that I am able to take about two gallons of water from the moisture in the air and shoot it in a stream or a gentle mist.” (paragraph 12)