DC CAPE Practice 1

Front

What does the word 'unencumbered' mean?

Back

not burdened

Front

What is the significance of the phrase 'the last day of school as the first day of summer'?

Back

It indicates a transition from school to freedom and joy.

Front

What does the phrase 'my insides quaked at the injustice of it' suggest about the speaker's feelings?

Back

It suggests a strong emotional reaction to perceived unfairness.

Front

What does the sentence 'Mrs. Neville suddenly looked awfully old' imply about the teacher?

Back

It implies that the teacher is feeling the weight of the moment and perhaps the end of the school year.

Front

What does the phrase 'the world was out there, waiting beyond the square metal-rimmed windows' symbolize?

Back

It symbolizes the opportunities and experiences awaiting the speaker outside of school.

Front

What does the term 'climax' refer to in a story?

Back

The climax is the most intense, exciting, or important point of the story.

Front

What is a 'conflict' in literature?

Back

A conflict is a struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot.

Front

What does it mean to 'support an answer' in a text?

Back

To provide evidence or examples from the text that justify or explain the answer.

Front

What is the role of a teacher in a student's life?

Back

A teacher guides, supports, and facilitates learning and personal growth.

Front

What does the phrase 'having your teacher talk to you like a regular person' imply?

Back

It implies a shift in the relationship between the teacher and students, making it more personal.