English DOL 12.18

What does paragraph 3 reveal about Abby's character? Select TWO correct answers.

• She is discouraged easily when doing her homework.

• She is unprepared for emergencies.

• She is feeling stressed and worried about her homework.

• She is an expert in organizing.

• She takes her school responsibilities seriously.

Read this sentence from paragraph 5. So far, all I have is how to take out the garbage, which I can probably stretch to four or five sentences—at most. What does this sentence show about Abby?

• She thinks that taking out the garbage is a unique idea.

• She wants to follow the homework instructions and be original.

• She enjoys staring off into space instead of writing creatively.

• She struggles writing about packing her suitcase.

In paragraphs 8 through 12, what can the reader infer about Abby and her sister? Select TWO correct answers.

• They work together to address challenges.

• They disagree on how to address new challenges.

• They are resourceful problem-solvers.

• They are perfectly prepared to face emergencies.

• They are resourceful but create new problems.

Part A What can the reader infer about Abby's relationship with her sister?

• They always agree on all matters.

• They share a close and supportive relationship.

• They share a close but unsupportive relationship.

• They are always prepared for emergencies.

Part B Which sentences from the story support the answer in Part A?

• The entire street is dark,” Lisa said, looking out the front window and turning her head right and left to check the neighbors' properties. “I imagine the storm knocked something out." (paragraph 7)

• "Good news!" I said, holding up the metal tube like a runner bearing the Olympic flame. However, when I pushed the button on the handle, nothing happened." (paragraph 11)

• "We'd better hope this blackout doesn't last too long," I said, feeling around in another drawer for anything that seemed waxy. "Our level of preparation for a power loss isn't exactly perfect." (paragraph 13)

• "Good idea. I'll help you make a list just as soon as I finish my paper on being prepared in case the power fails. That's something we all need to know!" (paragraph 16)

What does the interaction between Abby and Lisa at the end of the story show about being prepared? Support your response with text evidence.