Long Way Down Final Test
Authored by Jessica Scott
English
10th Grade
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This quiz comprehensively assesses students' understanding of Jason Reynolds' novel "Long Way Down," covering the complete narrative arc and thematic elements appropriate for 10th-grade English literature study. The questions focus on plot comprehension, character relationships, and the symbolic significance of the elevator journey where Will encounters the ghosts of deceased family members and friends. Students must demonstrate knowledge of the "Rules" that govern the characters' neighborhood, understand the cycle of violence that has affected multiple generations, and analyze how each ghostly visitor attempts to influence Will's decision about seeking revenge for his brother Shawn's death. The assessment requires students to track complex family relationships, understand the tragic irony of mistaken identity in acts of revenge, and comprehend the novel's central message about the destructive nature of violence and retaliation. Created by Jessica Scott, an English teacher in the US who teaches grade 10. This final test serves as a summative assessment tool that can effectively measure students' mastery of the novel's key plot points, character development, and thematic content. Teachers can use this quiz to evaluate reading comprehension, assess students' ability to recall specific details and analyze character motivations, and determine how well students understand the novel's exploration of grief, family loyalty, and moral decision-making. The assessment aligns with Common Core standards CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.1 for citing textual evidence, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.2 for determining themes, and CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.3 for analyzing complex characters and plot development. This quiz works particularly well as a culminating assessment after completing the novel study unit, providing teachers with clear data about student comprehension while encouraging students to reflect on the powerful themes Reynolds presents about violence, family, and choice.
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What were the 3 Rules to follow?
No crying, no lying, revenge
No crying, no snitching, revenge
No crying, revenge, no lying
No snitching, no lying, run away
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.2.6
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How long was Will on the elevator for?
1 Hour
15 minutes
60 seconds
5 minutes
Tags
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RL.6.6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who was the first person to get on the elevator with Will?
His dad
Buck
Frick
Dani
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.1
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who was Buck to Shawn?
Like his big brother
Buck was his uncle
Buck was like a little brother to him
Buck was just a friend
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who did Will's gun originally belong to?
Shawn
His Dad
Uncle Mark
Buck
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RI.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.K.6
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who was the second person to get on the elevator?
Uncle Mark
His Dad
Dani
Buck
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.1
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did Dani die and how old was she?
She got shot at a playground, she was 8 years old.
She got shot at her house, she was 10 years old.
She died in a car wreck, she was 7 years old.
She got shot at a playground, she was 7 years old.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.1
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
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