from The Youngest Girl in the Fifth

8. Part A Read the sentence from paragraph 7 of the passage.

Gwen followed the Principal with her head in a buzzing whirl.

What is the meaning of the phrase in a buzzing whirl as it is used in the sentence?

• A. many thoughts happening at once

• B. a lot of confusing information

• C. many challenging activities

• D. a lot of daydreaming

8. Part B Which detail in paragraph 7 helps the reader understand the meaning of in a buzzing whirl?

• A. “. . . seemed like a dream to be suddenly translated . . .”

• B. “. . . had a little time to get accustomed to the idea . . .”

• C. “. . . have liked a day’s preparation . . .”

• D. “. . . change over and discuss it at home.”

9. Part A. Which statement best describes the main difference between Gwen and Miss Roscoe in the passage from The Youngest Girl in the Fifth?

• A. Gwen takes time to think while Miss Roscoe acts quickly.

• B. Gwen seems to be timid while Miss Roscoe appears to be daring.

• C. Gwen likes to dream while Miss Roscoe deals with facts.

• D. Gwen wants things to remain the same while Miss Roscoe seeks change.

9. Part B. Which two details from the passage support the answer to part A?

• B. “. . . stood hesitating near the door.” (paragraph 2)

• C. “‘. . . you ought to be able to manage the work . . . .’” (paragraph 2)

• D. “‘With that help you shouldn’t be so far behind.’” (paragraph 4)

• E. “. . . wished she could have had a little time to get accustomed . . .” (paragraph 7)

• F. “. . . she never had a moment to waste . . . .” (paragraph 7)

10. Part A. How does the narrator's point of view influence how the events are described?

• A. By focusing on Gwen's reactions to the events, the narrator creates sympathy for her situation.

• B. By including only Miss Roscoe's dialogue during the events, the narrator highlights her power.

• C. By including the students' reactions to Miss Roscoe during the events, the narrator provides information about other characters.

• D. By focusing events on Gwen's feelings about wanting more time to make her decision, the narrator shows she has trouble making decisions.

10 Part B. Which detail from the passage supports the answer to part A?

• A."...quailed alike under the glance ofher keen dark eyes." (paragraph 1)

• B. "...stared at Miss Roscoe, too surprised to answer." (paragraph 3)

• C. "...should be very sorry to have to put you down again." (paragraph 6)

• D. "It seemed like a dream...." (paragraph 7)

11. Part A. How do paragraphs 2 and 3 help provide the overall structure of the passage?

• A. They describe the Principal's relationship with the students.

• B. They explain how the students feel about the Principal.

• C. They show how quickly the Principal acts on her decision.

• D. They reveal the Principal's plan to assist struggling students."

11. Part B. Which two details from paragraphs 6-7 of the passage best support the answer to Part A?

• A."...you must try your best."

• B. "I shall trust you to make a great effort."

• C. "I should be very sorry to have to put you..."

• D. "Come with me now, and I'll take you..."

• F. "...always did things in a hurry..."