Uncle Romie

Why was James sent to New York City?

• His parents wanted him to meet his aunt and uncle.

• His mother was pregnant and needed to rest.

• He wanted to learn how to become an artist.

• He was invited to go to a school there.

Why do you think the author described the sky as turning "from dark blue to black" near the end of James's train ride?

• to show the journey took a long time

• to show that the city was dark and dirty

• to tell about a storm that was on the way

• to create a feeling of sadness and loneliness

Where did Uncle Romie spend most of his time?

• on the fire escape

• at his art show

• on the flights of stairs

• in his studio

How are James and Uncle Romie alike?

• They played stickball.

• They grew up in a city.

• They enjoyed pepper jelly.

• They were famous artists.

Which of the following is an opinion from the story?

• James took a train to visit his aunt and uncle.

• Uncle Romie was a loud giant.

• Mama talked to James about his birthday.

• Daddy packed a lunch and dinner for James.

Which of the following is an opinion from the story?

• James visited a neighborhood called Harlem.

• Uncle Romie lived in New York City.

• B.J.was the greatest train watcher.

• Aunt Nanette made a birthday cake.

How did James feel after his birthday in New York?

• pleased

• unhappy

• angry

• worried

The author probably wrote this story from James's point of view to show how

• city life was better than country life.

• James's feelings and attitudes changes.

• James's uncle became a famous artist.

• children thought differently than adults.

How does James feel at the beginning of the passage?

• lucky to be leaving home

• angry about missing his birthday

• nervous about going to New York

• happy to be visiting Uncle Romie

At the beginning of the passage, what does James think about Uncle Romie's artwork?

• It sounds easy.

• It sounds ugly.

• It sounds important.

• It sounds meaningful.