LSAE 5.12

Open Ended

Question:

Would you trust your instincts and confront them, or wait and see if they go back to normal? Why?

Sentence Stem:

If my best friend suddenly acted like a stranger, I would _ because _.

Multiple Choice

What is the most important realization Meg has while walking down the corridor?

• That they should run away instead of following Charles, because he is about to destroy them.

• That Calvin’s gift of communication may be the key to reaching Charles Wallace.

• That the man with red eyes is following them, and that they only have moments left to live.

• That Charles Wallace is already lost to them and he is never coming back.

Multiple Choice

When Calvin reaches out for Charles Wallace, Charles responds by angrily pulling away. What does this reaction suggest?

• Charles Wallace is afraid of Calvin, and beating him up could be the only way to save him.

• Charles Wallace recognizes Calvin as an enemy.

• Charles Wallace is under such strong control that any friendly contact feels like a threat.

• Charles Wallace is pretending to be controlled and is actually smarter than the man with red eyes.

Multiple Choice

When an "enormous shudder" shakes Charles Wallace and his eyes briefly seem to see, what does this moment most likely indicate?

• He is pretending to be controlled to trick the others since he is so much smarter than them.

• He is fighting against the control of the force that is manipulating him.

• He is completely under the control of IT.

• He is waking up from a dream that was beginning to turn into a nightmare.

Multiple Choice

Why does Calvin’s use of the term "Father" seem to upset Charles Wallace?

• Charles Wallace cannot remember who his father is. He is starting to get upset that he can't remember and begins to cry in front of everyone.

• The concept of "Father" challenges the control that IT has over him, as it reminds him of his true identity and family.

• Charles Wallace has always disliked his father. He secretly wants to find him so he can tell him how much he hates him.

• Calvin is trying to insult Charles Wallace. Calvin has always been jealous of how smart Charles is.

Multiple Choice

When Charles Wallace describes the rearrangement of atoms, saying that Calvin is "mostly empty space," what is his likely purpose?

• To teach Calvin advanced science that he may not really understand.

• To show off his intelligence and knowledge to everyone that would listen.

• To intimidate Calvin and Meg by making them feel insignificant.

• To explain how they can escape from Camazotz.

Multiple Choice

Meg feels a sense of dread when she enters the small, square room with a "dull, sulphurous light." What does this sensory description suggest about the environment they are entering?

• It is a peaceful and welcoming place that they never want to leave.

• It is a place of safety where they can rest and adopt a pet puppy that they've always wanted.

• It is a hostile and dangerous place, where they are being cornered.

• It is a science classroom for learning.

Multiple Choice

Calvin’s response, "I'm different, and I like being different," is said in an unnaturally loud voice. What does this reaction suggest about his emotional state?

• He is calm and confident.

• He is afraid but trying to appear strong.

• He is excited to be in Camazotz.

• He is showing off for Meg.

Multiple Choice

Charles Wallace tries to convince Meg that being different is the reason she is unhappy at school. Why does this argument fail to convince her?

• She does not believe that being different is bad.

• She knows that Charles Wallace is lying.

• She has always been popular at school.

• She knows she is not different at all.

Multiple Choice

Charles Wallace warns Meg and Calvin that if they cause "any more trouble," he will take them to IT. What does this threat suggest about IT's role on Camazotz?

• IT is a wise leader who helps solve problems.

• IT is a peaceful advisor who encourages kindness from everyone.

• IT is a force of control and punishment, maintaining strict obedience.

• IT is a creature that lives underground, and is the complete opposite of Mrs. Whatsit.

Multiple Choice

When Meg hears the word "IT," she feels as though she has been touched by something "slimy and horrible." What does this sensory detail suggest about the nature of IT?

• IT is a friendly and comforting presence that has love for everyone in Camazotz.

• IT is a mysterious and misunderstood figure, and is very similar to Spiderman.

• IT is a force that is both mentally and physically disturbing, causing feelings of fear and disgust.

• IT is a machine that creates cold air like an AC unit.