Common Assessment #3 Study Guide

Which line from the story contains an example of a simile?

• He realized that if he wanted to play on the school team, he would need to make some changes.

• “Bring home the championship!” his classmates exclaimed as they slapped high fives.

• He made behind-the-back passes and strutted like a peacock after making shots with his eyes closed.

• He horsed around throughout drills and complained when the other players didn’t pass the ball to him.

What is the climax of the story "Seventh Grade"?

• Victor wants to be in French class with Teresa.

• Victor is embarrassed and returns to class for his book, just to become face-to-face with Teresa.

• Mr. Bueller does not embarrass Victor.

• Michael and Victor practice scowling.

The main conflict of "Seventh Grade" is best described as—

• individual versus supernatural

• individual versus individual

• individual versus society

• individual versus self

Which sentence is an example of a hyperbole?

• It was only the biggest game in the history of the world!

• Last year’s basketball season wasn’t what Jamal had expected.

• He considered Mr. Fields to be one of the best teachers he had ever had

• He made the team, and throughout the season, he continued to improve.

What is the initiating event in the story?

• Victor looks for Teresa during lunch.

• Victor is at school signing up for his elective.

• Victor wants Teresa to be his girlfriend and hopes she is in French class with him.

• Victor pretends to speak French to impress Teresa.

Which word best describes how Victor feels when he tries to speak French?

• despair

• bliss

• boredom

• mortified

Read the following statement: "After all, the journey is more important than the destination."

This sentence suggests that -

• students should appreciate teachers

• hard work pays off.

• life is more about experiences than the outcomes

• teamwork is always a priority.

In "Seventh Grade," when Teresa plays with her hair and smiles at Victor, we can infer that -

• she is trying to con him into tutoring her.

• she really does not like Victor.

• Teresa knows Victor does not know French.

• Teresa is interested in Victor now.

The author wants to change problems to a word with a more positive connotation. Which word should she use?

• issues

• predicaments

• obstacles

• difficulties

What is the theme of the story?

• Don't judge a book by its cover.

• Victor likes a girl.

• Taking a risk can lead you to your goals.

• Never lie or bad things can happen.