The Circuit Quiz

Which of the following is most likely true about Papá, based on the following excerpt from “The Circuit”? When he finally chose the Carcanchita, he checked it thoroughly before driving it out of the car lot. He examined every inch of the car.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Which sentence from “The Circuit” most helps the reader understand that Panchito likes to learn?

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

In “The Circuit,” how does the narrator, Panchito, feel about moving?

• a. He thinks that living in one place would be boring.

• b. He dislikes constantly moving from place to place.

• c. He enjoys moving around but dislikes the work.

• d. He does not mind moving from place to place.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

In which sentence is a comma used after an introductory phrase? In the early days of spring, snow lingers on the hilltop.

• a. In the early days of spring, snow lingers on the hilltop.

• b. The days grow warmer, and sap starts to flow in the trees.

• c. People in our village collect the sap to make rich, golden syrup.

• d. You may purchase store-bought syrup, but it is never quite as good.

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What is the meaning of the suffix -ly in the underlined word? Molly thanked us sincerely for visiting her in the hospital.

• a. in the manner of

• b. in the direction of

• c. lacking the fullness of

• d. being fully capable of

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

If a new student hesitantly approaches you in the hallway, what does he most likely do?

• a. He sticks out his hand boldly.

• b. He moves slowly and a bit shyly.

• c. He eagerly offers to share something.

• d. He thoughtlessly pushes right past you.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to instinctively?

• a. without thinking

• b. full of happiness

• c. with peace

• d. sadly

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The base word loyal means “faithful to something or someone.” Use this information as well as your knowledge of the suffix -ly to select the correct definition of loyally.

• a. lacking faithfulness

• b. a state of being faithful

• c. the ability to be faithful

• d. in a manner that is faithful

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which sentence best illustrates the meaning of enthusiastically?

• a. Lori greeted her mother’s visitors with a timid smile.

• b. Mike didn’t hesitate to volunteer for the basketball team.

• c. Nikki offered us the first taste of her fresh-baked muffins.

• d. Orlando puzzled over the algebra problem but finally solved it.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

In “The Circuit,” what is the one constant thing in Panchito’s life?

• a. his teacher

• b. his house

• c. his school

• d. his family

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2