7th Gr. FAST REVIEW "Morning"

Read this sentence from paragraph 6.

“Does she think I’m here for an impromptu tutoring session?”

What does impromptu mean in this sentence?

• inspiring

• substitute

• tiresome

• unplanned

Read these sentences from the passage.

“I slunk to the back of the room and glared at the black and white monstrosity. It was so out of place, like a tuxedo in a room full of sweatshirts.” (paragraph 10)

What does this description reveal about the narrator’s view of Mrs. Lahri’s piano?

• Mrs. Lahri is showing off her wealth, making him feel bad.

• Mrs. Lahri should not have brought it, as it stands out in school.

• He should be dressed up to play it, because the piano is so beautiful.

• He is fascinated with the piano, but he does not feel worthy to play it yet.

In paragraph 13, what does the narrator mean when he describes the music as “swelling into a wave”?

• It crashes all at once.

• It makes him want to cry.

• It is muted by the locked door.

• It becomes something powerful.

Read the sentence from paragraph 19.

“And I tuck that secret in my back pocket, where no one can hear it but me.”

What does this sentence show about the narrator’s feelings about the music he hears?

• He is ashamed of it.

• He believes it is special.

• He does not understand it.

• He wants to share it with others

This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.

Part A

Which of the narrator’s claims in the passage is unreliable?

• He has trouble reading musical notes.

• He has no interest in the grand piano.

• He does not like some aspects of classrooms.

• His father has dropped him off at school early

This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.

Part B

Which sentence from the passage shows that the claim in Part A is unreliable?

• “Before the first buses arrive, the hallways are silent.” (paragraph 1)

• “Or it’s the feel of those metal chairs, trapping you under the desks as effectively as a toe in a glue trap.” (paragraph 8)

• “I close my eyes and let the hallway fall away.” (paragraph 13)

• “‘Leave your trumpet at school over the weekend again?’” (paragraph 18)

Select the text evidence from the passage to the truth it reveals about the narrator.

“It’s a wonder that those symbols make up a language of sorts, though of course they mock me.” (paragraph 1)

• Music has the ability to transport the narrator from reality

• The narrator lacks a formal understanding of music.

• It suggests the narrator’s interest in the piano.

Select the text evidence from the passage to the truth it reveals about the narrator.

“To my annoyance, I found the door locked whenever she wasn’t there. At lunch? Door closed. After school? Shut down. And now, in the morning? Still locked.” (paragraph 11)

• Music has the ability to transport the narrator from reality

• The narrator lacks a formal understanding of music.

• It suggests the narrator’s interest in the piano.

Select the text evidence from the passage to the truth it reveals about the narrator.

“Suddenly, a blaring noise jolts my eyes open. It’s the bell, obnoxiously drowning it all out.” (paragraph 14)

• Music has the ability to transport the narrator from reality

• The narrator lacks a formal understanding of music.

• It suggests the narrator’s interest in the piano.

What are two different themes of the story?

• Music can create powerful moments.

• One good teacher can change a child’s life.

• Music should be a part of every child’s education.

• Practice is more important to success than passion.

• Actions reveal more about people than their words.