Quizizz: The Run Part 4-"On The Road"

The Run:
Part 4

By Paul Turner II

Multiple Choice

RL 7.1: According to the text, what was the primary concern Mac voiced regarding Anna's injury?

Paragraphs 14, 17 ,19

• He was worried about whether they had enough medical supplies to treat her wound effectively.

• He was concerned about the pain Anna was experiencing and wanted to make her feel more comfortable.

• He was worried that Anna might become infected like the crazed people they had encountered.

• He was focused on cleaning the wound to prevent any potential scarring or long-term effects.

Multiple Select

RL 7.1: Which two of the following details from the text explicitly describe Anna's physical reaction after she got out of the back of the truck?

Paragraph 13

• She immediately asked Dennis and Mac if they knew of any other safe places nearby.

• She stood up, still shaky from the ordeal, and then stumbled out of the truck bed

• She thanked Dennis and Mac , her voice sounding strong and relieved.

• She hugged her legs to her chest and pressed her forehead against her knees.

• Her voice was breathless as she expressed her gratitude for being saved.

Multiple Select

RL 7.2: Which two of the following statements provide the most objective summaries of the key events in this section of the text?

• After rescuing Anna, Dennis and Mac, now joined by Jeremiah, decide to seek a secure an abandoned house to treat Anna's zombie bite

• Following Anna's rescue, the group travels to a secluded wooded area where they make a temporary camp and discuss their uncertain future together.

• After finding a clearing in the woods, Mac tends to Anna's potentially dangerous leg wound.

• Having saved Anna and learned Jeremiah's tragic story, Dennis and Mac lead their new companions into the woods and choose to return to the farm.

• Worried about Anna's worsening injury from the infected person, Mac insists they find a safe place to take Anna like a hospital.

Multiple Choice

RL 7.2: Which of the following best identifies a theme developing in this section and how it is primarily developed?

• The theme of the fear of the unknown is developed through the characters' cautious exploration of the woods at night.

• The theme of the struggle for survival in a dangerous world is developed through Mac's focus on gathering supplies and planning their next defensive move.

• The theme of the breakdown of communication is developed through the characters' reliance on a damaged radio signal to find other survivors.

• The theme of the importance of empathy and extending help to others is developed through Dennis and Mac's decision to rescue both Anna and Jeremiah.

Multiple Choice

RL 7.3 Part A: Which of the following best describes the relationship between the group's limited knowledge of the plague and their cautious interactions with Anna?

Paragraphs 7-9, 16 & 17

• Their lack of detailed information leads them to treat Anna with extreme suspicion and seperate her from the group.

• Because they don't fully understand how the plague spreads, they are hesitant but ultimately choose to offer her help while observing her closely.

• Their limited understanding of the plague's transmission makes them overly confident in their ability to prevent infection while caring for Anna.

• Knowing very little about the plague's effects, they rely entirely on Anna's understanding of her own condition and follow her instructions.

Multiple Select

RL 7.3 Part B: Which two pieces of evidence from the text best support your answer to Part A?

Part A: Because they don't fully understand how the plague spreads, they are hesitant but ultimately choose to offer her help while observing her closely.

• "Dennis forced his own gaze back to the road ahead of him."

• "‘Don’t go near the body,’ said Dennis. ‘We don’t know if he’s contagious.’"

• "Mac came around to the side of the truck and put a steadying hand on her shoulder."

• ‘How do you think the plague spreads?’ asked Mac carefully..."

• "Mac didn’t have to ask what she meant by ‘them.’"

Multiple Choice

RL 7.4: The text states, "Whether the seclusion it offered was inviting or ominous, nobody could decide." What is the connotative meaning of the word "ominous" in this sentence?

• It implies the tree line looked dark and threatening, hinting at potential danger or misfortune lurking within.

• It suggests the tree line appeared peaceful and offered a sense of calm and tranquility to the group.

• It indicates the tree line was huge and expansive, making it difficult for the group to navigate or explore.

• It suggests the tree line was a familiar and welcoming sight, reminding the characters of safer times.

Multiple Choice

RL 7.4: Which of the following best explain what the figurative language "shrank quickly in the rearview mirror" emphasizes about the characters' departure from Sunnydale?

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• It conveys the idea that Sunnydale was a small and non-important place in their overall journey.

• It suggests a sense of finality and a desire to put distance between themselves and the threat they encountered.

• It highlights the increasing speed of the truck as Dennis drove away from the dangerous town.

• It emphasizes the size of the abandoned countryside they were now entering after leaving the town.

Multiple Choice

RL 7.5: Which of the following best describe how the author's choice of pausing the action to include Jeremiah's question about Anna establishes his role in the group?

Paragraph 5

• It reveals his immaturity as he is the first to mention a concern making Dennis and Mac feel disrespected as the leaders of the group

• It highlights his position as an outsider, as his question interrupts the adults' focused planning and concerns.

• It shows his developing concern and empathy for Anna, establishing him as a caring member of their newly formed group.

• It speeds up the pacing, injecting a moment of childlike curiosity into the otherwise tense adult interactions.

Multiple Choice

RL 7.5: How does the author's choice of alternating between describing the group's actions and their internal thoughts reveal their concerns?

Paragraphs 6, 17

• By ignoring the differences in how each character verbally expresses their fears and the actions they take to address those fears.

• By creating confusion for the reader, as the internal thoughts often contradict the characters' outward behavior and stated intentions.

• By slowing down the story to show the detailed steps they take in securing their temporary campsite for the night.

• By showing the difference between their outwardly calm actions of setting up camp and their inner worries about the dangers they still face.

Multiple Choice

RL 7.6: What can the reader infer about Dennis's leadership style based on his direct actions with Anna and his decision to stop for the night?

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• His polite and somewhat formal behavior to Anna indicates a respectful but distant leadership style.

• His immediate focus on finding a safe spot reveals a cautious leader who prioritizes the group's security.

• His brief interaction with Anna and quick decision to stop shows a leader who is tired and wants to avoid further responsibility.

• His clear communication of the asking everyones opinion to camp for the night demonstrates a leader who values open discussion.

Multiple Choice

RL 7.6: Which the following best describe the difference in perspective revealed through Mac's joking reassurance to Anna versus his private worries?

Paragraph 16, 17

• His lighthearted comments to Anna show his genuine care, while his internal thoughts reveal a deep-seated fear for their future survival.

• His joking tone with Anna suggests he doesn't take the plague seriously, whereas his internal thoughts show a more realistic understanding of the danger.

• Mac's humor aims to comfort Anna, contrasting with his private anxiety about the seriousness of her infection

• His anger is meant to establish him as the group's strong leader, while his private doubts reveal his weakness inside.