Acceleration 1

What is the most likely reason the author tells the story from Sonny’s point of view?

• to emphasize Sonny’s isolation from others

• to focus the reader on Sonny’s observations

• to highlight Sonny’s appreciation of the ocean

• to show the reader Sonny’s motivation to change his life

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Read paragraph 26.

“I nodded, but must have looked as if I weren’t sure, because Aunty Pearl pulled Keo in closer, and started crying again.”

What does the paragraph mainly reveal about Aunty Pearl?

• She is trying to protect her family.

• She is reliable in uncertain situations.

• She regrets not spending more time with Keo.

• She feels a powerful sense of connection to Sonny.

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What does paragraph 29 most likely reveal about Sonny’s dad?

• his regret about his time without Sonny

• his difficulty in creating space for Sonny

• his commitment to having Sonny in his life

• his understanding that Sonny needs privacy

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Read the sentence from paragraph 34.

“I suddenly realized that I was swimming—out over my head, in deep water.”

How does the sentence mainly develop Sonny’s character?

• It illustrates Sonny’s sense of loneliness.

• It suggests Sonny’s emerging confidence.

• It emphasizes Sonny’s affection for nature.

• It demonstrates Sonny’s stubborn resentment.

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What is the main tone of paragraphs 35–39?

• tense

• hopeful

• impatient

• determined

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What do Sonny’s actions in paragraph 39 mainly suggest about him?

• He is worried about appearing ungrateful to his dad.

• He is surprised by his dad’s youthful energy.

• He feels a sense of security around his dad.

• He obeys his dad’s unspoken instructions.

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Which sentence best states a theme of the passage?

• Children should remain loyal to their parents.

• Close relationships can help an individual to grow.

• Misunderstandings can arise even between friends.

• Cooperation makes it easier for people to achieve goals.

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The following question has two parts. Answer Part A and then answer Part B.

Part A

What is the main purpose of paragraphs 18–26?

• They resolve Sonny’s conflict with his dad.

• They indicate Sonny’s transition to a new home.

• They introduce Sonny’s thoughts about Aunty Pearl.

• They reveal a contrast between Aunty Pearl and Sonny’s dad.

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Part B

Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to Part A?

• “‘So what are you doing up here in the middle of a perfectly good fishing day?’” (paragraph 19)

• “‘I think I can handle it now, Pearl.’” (paragraph 20)

• “She couldn’t talk for a few minutes, because she would start crying every time she tried.” (paragraph 21)

• “Dad and I followed Aunty Pearl to the room that Keo and I shared.” (paragraph 23)

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For this question, you will write a narrative based on the passage. Your writing should:

• Use characters, settings, events, and other details from the passage.

• Use correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Based on “Deep Water,” write a narrative that tells the events of the passage from the point of view of Sonny’s cousin Keo. Include Keo’s reactions to, and reflections on, events and characters from the passage. Use what you know about the characters, setting, and events from the passage to write your narrative.

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