Creative Clutter Quiz

Read the dictionary entry.

Mind /verb

1. 1. to obey

2. 2. to be bothered by

3. 3. to notice

4. 4. to take charge of

• A. Definition 1

• B. Definition 2

• C. Definition 3

• D. Definition 4

Read this sentence from line 17:

Dwayne walks into his bedroom and sees Bryson's things scattered like dropped popcorn in a movie theatre.

What is the most likely reason the playwright uses simile in this line?

• F. To identify an activity that Bryson and Dwayne have done together

• G. To suggest that Bryson has been eating snacks in Dwayne's bedroom

• H. To explain that Bryson's belongings have made a mess in Dwayne's bedroom

• J. To show that Dwayne plans to throw away Bryson's belongings

What causes the conflict between Dwayne and Bryson in lines 22 through 27?

• A. Dwayne thinks Bryson is being lazy

• B. Dwayne thinks Bryson is teasing him

• C. Dwayne thinks Bryson is jealous

• D. Dwayne thinks Bryson is too forgetful

Why is line 37 important to the plot?

• F. It reveals the resolution to the problem in the play

• G. It provides the climax in the plot of the play

• H. It establishes a new setting in the play

• J. It introduces a new conflict to the play

What is the main theme of the play?

• A. Treat others kindly to earn their friendship

• B. Practice good habits every day

• C. Think before taking action

• D. Try to understand the viewpoints of others

What does the reader learn from the stage directions in scene 2?

• F. Bryson would be more comfortable sleeping on the bottom bunk bed

• G. Bryson does not worry about being neat

• H. Bryson has been searching in Dwayne's room

• J. Bryson does not like staying in Dwayne's room

What can the reader infer about Dwayne based on line 18?

• A. Dwayne wants to surprise Bryson by putting his things away

• B. Dwayne thinks Bryson brought too many clothes with him

• C. Dwayne feels happiest when he is organizing clothes

• D. Dwayne feels uncomfortable when he sees the condition of his room