IAR Practice Quiz- Literature (LVL 2)

Brian was born right before The Great Depression. He managed to escape an orphanage, and was on a mission to find his father. He met a number of interesting people during his adventure, and finally located his father. Although it took him a while, his father was eventually very grateful to have his son in his life again.

Which is the best theme?

• A boy finds his father.

• A boy was born before the Great Depression and lived in an orphanage.

• The importance of family.

• The importance of working hard and staying in school.

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Charlie likes to play basketball occasionally. Juan completes his homework most of the time. Doug knows how to build bird houses and juggle four balls at once. Kent never forgets to hold the door for his classmates.

Which boy can be considered “accomplished”?

• Juan

• Kent

• Charlie

• Doug

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(1) Jeremy’s main goal during summer vacation was to beat his father at chess. (2) Jeremy’s father was a very good chess player. (3) Jeremy practiced night and day, and read everything he could about winning this game. (4) Finally, on the last day of summer break, he beat his father. (5) He jumped with joy! (6) His father congratulated Jeremy on his win.

Which sentence represents the climax?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Answer explanation

Conflict: He wants to beat his father at chess.

Climax: He beat his father at chess

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Mr. Benjamin interviewed Billy for the position of landscaper. He then told his boss he found Billy impressive.

What does “impressive” mean?

• to be late

• to be unqualified

• to be talkative

• to be admired

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I made myself a snowball

As perfect as could be.

I thought I'd keep it as a pet

And let it sleep with me.

I made it some pajamas

And a pillow for its head.

Then last night it ran away,

But first it wet the bed.

“I finally realized that people are prisoners of their phones... that's why it's called a "cell" phone.”

What character trait does the speaker in the poem and the writer of this quote share? They are both –

• Professional

• Humorous

• Athletic

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Phil did not make the basketball team. Although upset, he didn’t give up. He shot hoops every day after school. On the weekends, he joined neighborhood games. His father practiced with him and gave him tips. The next year, he made the team!

What is the theme?

• Basketball is fun

• Work hard to reach goals in life

• Everyone should make the team

• Be careful what you wish for

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While in gym class, Angela stole the ball and ran away. Benjamin sat on the bench and refused to play. Jessica scored three out of the four goals, but didn’t brag about it. Joe wanted to play the whole game because he loves soccer so much.

Which child showed good sportsmanship?

• Angela

• Benjamin

• Jessica

• Joe

Answer explanation

Good sportsmanship is when people who are playing or watching a sport treat each other with respect.

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(1) Mallory loves her green pants more than any other pair. (2) She was given the pants for her birthday. (3) One day, she couldn’t find them. (4) She freaked out because she wanted to wear them on the first day of school.

(5) Then, she decided to look in the dryer. (6) They were there! (7) She quickly got dressed and walked to the bus stop.

Which sentence represents the conflict of the story?

• 1

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 7

Answer explanation

The conflict of the story is the problem of the story. The problem is that Mallory can’t find her green pants.

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(1) Beth quickly handed out the math papers for

Mrs. Jackson. (2) Tim frowned when he saw his lower-than-expected grade. (3) Tanya smiled as wide as a river when she noticed her grade. (4) The last paper was Kimberley’s. (5) She was a ray of sunshine when she left the classroom.

Which sentence reveals a simile, NOT a metaphor?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

Answer explanation

A simile is a comparison using “like” or “as”.

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It is very important to study. Without knowledge, one cannot be successful in life. Success comes from gaining knowledge. Knowledge is also very important to shaping our personalities. How we present ourselves to the world is apparent through our individual personalities.

What two things does the author attribute to “knowledge”?

• success

• study skills

• our personalities

• the world

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