Foods from the Sky

Why does the author include the introduction to the passage?

• to introduce the main character of the passage.

• to give specific details about the living conditions in the American sector.

• to provide background information about the setting of the passage.

• to provide knowledge of the consequences of crossing into the American sector.

Part A:

Which statement represents a theme of a passage?

• Strength pays off in difficult moments.

• Democracy divides countries.

• Power corrupts people.

• Fear is an avoidable obstacle.

Part B:

Which Quotation form the Passage supports the answer chosen in Part A?

• A “Six blocks to go before they reached the American sector and safety. Gretchen went over

  again what Tante Liesel had told her to say if she was questioned: I am going to my Opa’s

  birthday party in the Western sector.” (paragraph 2)

• B “‘Remember what I told you to say,’ Tante Liesel whispered. Gretchen felt icy cold and yet

  began to sweat.” (paragraph 5)

• C “Even though Gretchen felt weak and dizzy, she stumbled along with the carriage one more

  block. A sign posted across the street said, ‘You are entering the American sector.’”

  (paragraph 13)

• D “Once they turned a corner and were out of sight, Tante Liesel stopped and laughed out loud.

  ‘Gretchen, you were brilliant!’ she said, hugging her niece.” (paragraph 14)

How does the setting affect the characters in the passage?

• A The sectors represent the lack of control the characters have over their lives.

• B The sectors’ locations make it difficult for characters to receive supplies.

• C The American sector brings peace and wealth to the characters.

• D The Western sector represents prosperity for the characters.

Read paragraph 3.

Three more blocks. The wheels of the buggy squealed, sounding almost like a

newborn baby crying. One block. No one was ahead of them on the street, and

Gretchen began to hope.

What can be inferred about Gretchen’s point of view in this paragraph?

• A Gretchen gains confidence the farther they go without being stopped.

• B Gretchen becomes sad that they must leave the baby behind.

• C Gretchen expects Tante Liesel to change her mind.

• D Gretchen grows anxious that the soldiers will discover their lie.

Part B

Which quotation from the passage emphasizes a change from Gretchen’s point of

view in Part A?

• A “Then I smile sweetly.” (paragraph 2)

• B “‘I—I—I don’t feel so good,’ Gretchen blurted, reaching out to steady herself.” (paragraph 8)

• C “...Tante Liesel stopped and laughed out loud. ‘Gretchen, you were brilliant!’ she said, hugging

  her niece.” (paragraph 14)

• D “The risk of getting caught by the teacher, Herr Unger, kept them alert and entertained.”

  (paragraph 19)

What can the reader infer about Tante Liesel based on paragraph 9?

• A Tante Liesel follows directions.

• B Tante Liesel is quick-witted.

• C Tante Liesel cracks under pressure.

• D Tante Liesel is eager to please.

What effect does arriving at the American sector have on the characters?

• A Tante Liesel is elated, and Gretchen is relieved.

• B Tante Liesel is calmed, and Gretchen is anxious.

• C Tante Liesel is excited, and Gretchen is thrilled.

• D Tante Liesel is nervous, and Gretchen is content.

What is the effect of the simile in paragraph 16?

• A The simile exposes Tante Liesel’s fear of being caught.

• B The simile creates a humorous feeling between Tante Liesel and Gretchen.

• C The simile shows that Gretchen urgently needs to get to a hospital.

• D The simile reveals Tante Liesel’s relief that Gretchen’s fear worked in their favor.

What can the reader infer about Gretchen based on the context of paragraph 21?

• A Gretchen regrets bringing her aunt to the American sector.

• B Gretchen wants to continue going to school.

• C Gretchen wants to become a writer.

• D Gretchen has strong opinions.