Examination Day

On the day of Dickie's birthday, his parents...

• are happy for him.

• are sad he's growing up.

• are nervous about something.

• are irritated with his selfishness.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

How do Dickie’s parents react when he asks about the exam?

• They avoid talking too much about it.

• They get excited about the idea of Dickie taking it.

• They stress how important it is that he does well.

• They lie to Dickie about the exam.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

While Mr. Jordan (Dad) is reading the newspaper, Dickie...

• asks a lot of questions.

• is only interested in watching television.

• continues worrying about the exam.

• takes a nap.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Why does Dickie's mom crying the morning of the examination?

• She’s sad that he’s a year older.

• She’s happy to see her son take the exam.

• She feels bad about Dickie’s birthday party.

• She’s afraid for Dickie to take the exam.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

How does Dickie feel on the morning of the exam?

• He’s afraid he’s not smart enough.

• He’s starting to become nervous.

• He isn’t worried about the exam.

• He’s looking forward to the exam.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What do the questions Dickie asks his father between paragraphs 4-17 reveal about Dickie's character?

• They show how curious Dickie is about how the world works.

• They suggests that Dickie doesn't usually get along with his father.

• They stress that Dickie isn't as intelligent as he claims.

• They show how much Dickie relies on his father for simple ideas.

The room that Dickie and his father wait in…

• looks dangerous.

• is cozy.

• lacks comfort.

• scares Dickie.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

Why did Dickie fail to pass the exam?

• He lied during the exam.

• He was too smart.

• He wasn't smart enough.

• He took too long to answer questions.

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Which statement best expresses the theme of the story?

• It’s better to downplay your own intelligence.

• The government has been known to violate people’s rights.

• High intelligence can be viewed as a dangerous thing.

• People have higher expectations for children as they grow up.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which detail from the text best supports the answers to the last question?

• “‘Now, it’s nothing to worry about. Thousands of children take this test everyday. The Government wants to know how smart you are, Dickie. That’s all there is to it.’” (Paragraph 21)

• “They were at breakfast table, and the boy looked up from his plate curiously. He was an alert-eyed youngster with flat blond hair and a quick, nervous manner.” (Paragraph 3)

• “‘Now just relax, Richard. You’ll be asked some questions, and you think them over carefully. Then give your answers into the microphone. The machine will take care of the rest.’” (Paragraph 44)

• “‘We regret to inform you that his intelligence quotient is above the Government regulation, according to Rule 84 Section 5 of the New Code.’” (Paragraph 56)