Among the Hidden: Chapters 1-10 Quiz

What is the main reason Luke feels isolated at the beginning of the book?

• He is homeschooled.

• He is an only child.

• He must stay hidden because he is a third child.

• He lives in a rural area with no neighbors.

Answer explanation

Luke feels isolated at the beginning of the book because he must stay hidden as a third child.

Why are third children not allowed in Luke's society?

• There is not enough food for everyone.

• The government wants to control the population.

• Third children are considered unlucky.

• Families cannot afford more than two children.

Answer explanation

Third children are not allowed in Luke's society because the government wants to control the population.

What significant change happens to Luke's living situation in the early chapters?

• His family moves to a new house.

• His family adopts another child.

• The woods near his house are cut down for new homes.

• He starts going to school.

Answer explanation

In the early chapters, the woods near Luke's house are cut down for new homes, which significantly changes his living situation.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does Luke first discover he might not be the only hidden child?

• He overhears his parents talking.

• He sees a face in a window of a neighboring house.

• He finds a hidden message in a book.

• He meets another child while exploring outside.

Answer explanation

Luke first discovers he might not be the only hidden child when he sees a face in a window of a neighboring house.

What is Luke's reaction to seeing the face in the window?

• He is scared and tells his parents.

• He is curious and wants to meet the person.

• He ignores it, thinking he imagined it.

• He is angry that another child is allowed outside.

Answer explanation

Luke's reaction to seeing the face in the window is curiosity. He wants to meet the person.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does Luke's father give him that makes Luke feel more isolated?

• A set of books.

• A new set of rules for staying hidden.

• A pair of binoculars.

• A radio.

Answer explanation

Luke's father gives him a new set of rules for staying hidden, which further isolates him.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Inference: Why might the government in Luke's society want to control the population so strictly?

• To increase the standard of living.

• To prevent rebellion.

• To conserve resources.

• To maintain a certain social order.

Answer explanation

The government in Luke's society wants to control the population strictly to conserve resources.

What does Luke's mother do that shows she cares about his feelings, despite the restrictions placed on him?

• She cooks his favorite meals.

• She spends time with him in his room.

• She brings him books from the library.

• She tries to find ways for him to go outside safely.

Answer explanation

Luke's mother spends time with him in his room, showing that she cares about his feelings despite the restrictions placed on him.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Plot Analysis: What is the significance of the new homes being built where the woods used to be?

• It represents progress and economic development.

• It symbolizes the loss of freedom for Luke.

• It shows the government's indifference to nature.

• It indicates a growing population.

Answer explanation

The new homes being built where the woods used to be symbolize the loss of freedom for Luke.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Characterization: How would you describe Luke's personality based on his actions in the first ten chapters?

• Rebellious and angry.

• Curious and brave.

• Passive and fearful.

• Indifferent and lazy.

Answer explanation

Luke's actions in the first ten chapters reveal a curious and brave personality, making the correct choice 'Curious and brave.'

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6