Unit 2 CFUs

Sky Glitter, Paragraph 17:

Which phrase helps the reader understand the meaning of cheesing? 

• “Grandma even bought a pair” 

• “Ernie was feeling good about himself”

• “she was working hard too” 

• “but we did alright”  

Sky Glitter, Page 14

How does the illustration add to the characterization of Grandpop? 

• Grandpop is more comfortable in the yard.

• Genie likes to take Grandpop for a walk.

• The moon is very bright in the sky. 

• Genie’s parents are parking the car. 

Sky Glitter

What does the word bursting mean as it is used in paragraph 7? 

• breaking

• understanding

• disappointed

• excited

Sky Glitter, Paragraph 20

Which phrase helps the reader understand the meaning of scrapple? 

• “sitting in a pan on the stove” 

• “Ernie confirmed” 

• “introduced to him” 

• “except to church” 

Ernie's Secret

What does the word desperate mean as it is used in paragraph 1? 

• hopeless 

• excited 

• joyful 

• interesting 

Ernie's Secret

Which sentence is the best summary of paragraph 10? 

• Genie knew it was best to stay quiet and listen to Ernie story. 

• Ernie was upset about his new toy. 

• Grandma is excited about her mail she received yesterday. 

• Ernie took a sip of the broth. 

Ernie's Secret

What best describes the theme of the two Chapters 13 and 16? 

• The ability to be brave in different situations.

• Doing what you must to 

   accomplish  

  something 

• fear of what other people think.  

• Losing hope   

Ernie's Secret

Which sentence is the best summary of paragraph 23? 

• Grandmother told Ernie that Uncle Wood was very scared in Kuwait. 

• Genie realized Ernie, whom he considers brave, has fear as well

• Genie thought Ernie was exaggerating about his face

• Ernie beat up other kids for picking on him about his missing teeth

Sky Glitter

What does the word bugged mean as it is used in paragraph 1? 

• crossed 

• watered

• widened

• closed