Quiz #3

Which conflict has the most influence over the protagonist's sense of self?

• The conflict between his parents' dreams and his own aspirations.

• The conflict between his love for Oscar and his father's decision.

• The conflict between his desire for education and societal bias.

• The conflict between his anger and helplessness.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

How does the author use figurative language to convey the protagonist's emotions in the passage?

• Through extensive dialogue between the protagonist and Oscar

• By employing vivid sensory descriptions of the setting

• Through direct statements of the protagonist's feelings

• By using metaphors to liken his emotions to natural phenomena

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

What role does Oscar play in the protagonist's life, as depicted in the passage?

• Oscar is an antagonist who challenges the protagonist's goals

• Oscar is a symbol of the protagonist's childhood innocence

• Oscar is a source of emotional support and companionship

• Oscar is a mentor figure who guides the protagonist's decisions

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.8.9

Which theme is most emphasized in text 3?

• The consequences of societal bias on individual aspirations

• The role of pets in providing comfort and companionship

• The power of perseverance and determination in the face of adversity

• The importance of family bonds and support in achieving one's goals

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What can you infer about the protagonist's parents based on their reactions to Oscar's illness and financial constraints?

• They have financial limitations that affect their decisions.

• They prioritize their pet over their child's emotions.

• They are unwilling to seek medical help for Oscar.

• They are unsympathetic to the protagonist's plight.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

How do the protagonist's feelings of anger and helplessness compare to his father's emotions in the passage?

• The father is more angry and less helpless than the protagonist.

• Both the father and the protagonist experience anger and helplessness.

• The father is less affected by Oscar's condition than the protagonist.

• Both the father and the protagonist are primarily helpless.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

In the broader context of indigenous communities in the United States, how do the protagonist's experiences of poverty and feeling trapped in a cycle of disadvantage relate to prevalent societal issues?

• They demonstrate the lack of determination among indigenous youth

• They highlight the historical impact of government policies on indigenous communities

• They emphasize the protagonist's unique circumstances unrelated to broader issues

• They suggest that indigenous communities have overcome poverty-related challenges

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

According to the passage, what effect can generational dreams and societal bias have on shaping individual aspirations?

• They always lead to success and achievement.

• They have no influence on individual aspirations.

• They can limit or mold individual aspirations.

• They primarily affect the protagonist's parents.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2