No Talking Quiz

What is the main theme of "No Talking" by Andrew Clements?

• The importance of friendship

• The challenges of growing up

• The power of silence

• The value of education

Answer explanation

The main theme of 'No Talking' by Andrew Clements is the power of silence, as demonstrated by the challenge between the boys and girls to see who can remain silent the longest.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Why do the students decide to have a contest of not talking?

• To see who is more disciplined

• To challenge the school rules

• To win a prize

• To prove a point to their teachers

Answer explanation

The students decide to have a contest of not talking to prove a point to their teachers, not for other reasons like discipline, challenging rules, or winning a prize.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.1.4

Who are the main characters in "No Talking"?

• Dave and Lynsey

• Dave and Lindsay

• David and Lynsey

• David and Lindsay

Answer explanation

The main characters in 'No Talking' are Dave and Lynsey, making the correct answer choice 'Dave and Lynsey'.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What rule do the students create for their no talking contest?

• They can only speak in whispers

• They can only speak in three-word sentences

• They cannot talk at all

• They can only talk to adults

Answer explanation

The correct rule the students create for their no talking contest is that they can only speak in three-word sentences.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

How do the teachers react to the no talking contest?

• They are supportive

• They are confused

• They try to stop it

• They join the contest

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'They are confused' because the teachers are likely surprised or puzzled by the no talking contest, leading to confusion.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

What lesson do the students learn from the no talking contest?

• Silence is golden

• Communication is key

• Teamwork is important

• Listening is more important than speaking

Answer explanation

The students learn that listening is more important than speaking during the no talking contest.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

How does the contest affect the school's environment?

• It becomes more chaotic

• It becomes more peaceful

• It becomes more competitive

• It becomes less organized

Answer explanation

The contest brings a sense of peace to the school's environment, rather than chaos, competition, or disorganization.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

What is the resolution of the story?

• The students end the contest early

• The teachers force the contest to end

• The students and teachers reach a mutual understanding

• The students continue the contest indefinitely

Answer explanation

The correct resolution of the story is when the students and teachers reach a mutual understanding, which is the answer choice that best reflects the outcome of the contest.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What genre does "No Talking" belong to?

• Science Fiction

• Historical Fiction

• Realistic Fiction

• Fantasy

Answer explanation

The correct genre for 'No Talking' is Realistic Fiction because it portrays events that could happen in real life, focusing on realistic characters and settings.

What does the no talking contest teach the students about communication?

• That non-verbal communication can be effective

• That talking is necessary for all communication

• That communication can only happen with words

• That silence can sometimes communicate more than words

Answer explanation

The no talking contest teaches students that silence can sometimes communicate more effectively than words, highlighting the importance of non-verbal communication.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9