Peace and Quiet

Which words from paragraph 12 of the story "Peace and Quiet" help the reader understand what prying means?

• looking through my journal

• watching the game

• went to my room

• to be alone for a change

What does the author's use of simile in paragraph 17 of the story "Peace and Quiet" suggest about how Desha feels about her big family?

• Desha thinks no one wants to hear her practice the guitar.

• Desha thinks that there are too many people sharing a space.

• Desha feels a close bond with her sisters because they share a room.

• Desha is uncomfortable with others knowing about her personal life.

In the story "Peace and Quiet," why is it important to the plot that James knows about the clearing in the forest?

• His knowledge reminds him of a place he can go when he needs help from a family member.

• His knowledge helps him recognize how quickly his sister is growing up.

• His knowledge makes it possible for him to find Desha and talk to her.

• His knowledge leads him to a place that reminds him of Daniel.

What is the best summary of the story "Peace and Quiet"?

• Desha is a member of a large family. There is nowhere for her to be alone in the house, so she goes to her hiding place in the woods. While there she plays her guitar and her brother tells her that he used to play the guitar before he began learning to play the drums.

• Desha is upset because her family decides to watch a basketball game instead of the movie she wants to watch. She leaves the house and goes to an area in the woods. Her brother explains that he used to visit the same spot.

• Desha goes to a secret spot in the woods. Her brother finds her there and helps her learn to play chords on her guitar. They discuss some of the memories and experiences they share with their brothers and sisters.

• Desha, a member of a large family, leaves the house when she cannot find anywhere to have time to herself. She goes to a quiet place in the woods to play her guitar. While there she has a conversation with her brother that changes her attitude toward her family.

How does the setting of the forest contribute to the theme of solitude in the story "Peace and Quiet"?

• The forest represents a physical barrier between Desha and her family, emphasizing her desire for independence.

• The quietness of the forest contrasts with the chaos of Desha's home, highlighting her need for a personal space.

• The forest is a metaphor for Desha's internal struggle with her family's expectations and her own desires.

• The forest's darkness symbolizes the unknown aspects of Desha's future as she seeks her own identity.

What role does Desha's guitar play in the development of her character in "Peace and Quiet"?

• It symbolizes her rebellious nature against her family's traditional values.

• It serves as a bridge, connecting her with her brother and strengthening their relationship.

• It represents her unique talent and individuality within her large family.

• It acts as a source of comfort and solace, allowing her to express her feelings through music.

In what way does the conversation between Desha and her brother in the forest impact the resolution of the story "Peace and Quiet"?

• It leads to a deeper understanding and appreciation between the siblings, altering Desha's perspective on her family.

• It causes a conflict that results in Desha deciding to leave her family in search of solitude.

• It has no significant impact on the resolution, serving only to provide background information.

• It prompts Desha to take immediate action to change her family's living situation.