"Examination Day" by Henry Sealsar

What is the author's purpose in writing “Examination Day"?

• To describe the events leading up to the boy's examination

• To create a sense of tension and anticipation in the story

• To explain the process of the Government Intelligence test

• To highlight the emotional impact of the test results on the parents

What details from the text support the idea that Dickie is alert and observant?

• He follows his father's instruction to read comics and later prepares to take the Government Intelligence test as instructed, despite his apprehension.

• He becomes puzzled and slightly frightened by the unknown aspects of the test.

• He takes in details about his surroundings, such as the wrapped birthday packages and the preparations in the kitchen. He also notices the tension in the room during breakfast.

• He asks questions about various topics, such as the rain, the color of grass, and the distance to the sun. His inquisitive nature is evident in his interactions with his parents.

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How is Dickie's mother characterized in the passage?

• She is characterized as a strict and demanding mother who puts a lot of pressure on Dickie.

• She is characterized as an indifferent mother who doesn't care about Dickie's well-being.

• She is characterized as a caring and concerned mother who becomes emotional about Dickie's upcoming test.

• She is characterized as an overprotective mother who doesn't allow Dickie to take any risks.

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Why do you think the government in the story conducts the examination on the twelfth birthday of every child?

• To determine their intelligence and potential

• To celebrate their transition to adulthood

• To identify potential rebels and troublemakers

• To assess their physical health and fitness

Which statement best expresses a theme of the short story?

• It's better to downplay your own intelligence.

• The government has been known to violate people's rights.

• High intelligence can be viewed as a dangerous thing.

• People have higher expectations for children as they grow up.

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How does the character of Dickie change throughout the story?

• He becomes more obedient and compliant.

• He becomes more rebellious and defiant.

• He remains the same throughout the story.

• He becomes more confident in his abilities.

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What is the central conflict in the story "Examination Day"?

• The conflict between Dickie and his teacher

• The conflict between Dickie and his parents

• The conflict between Dickie and the government's examination system

• The conflict between Dickie and his classmates

What can you infer about the government's intentions in conducting the examination?

• They genuinely care about the well-being of children.

• They aim to identify potential threats to the government's authority.

• They want to celebrate the children's twelfth birthdays.

• They are primarily concerned with improving education.

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How does knowledge of the exam affect Dickie's mom and dad?

• Dickie's mom becomes anxious and sad, while Dickie's dad becomes easily irritated.

• Dickie's mom and dad express doubt that their son is ready for the exam.

• Dickie's mom and dad stress about preparing their son for the exam.

• Dickie's mom is not bothered by the exam, while Dickie's dad is upset about it.

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What poetic device is used in the following sentence? “The room was as cold and official as a courtroom.”

• metaphor

• personification

• simile

• hyperbole

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