ENGLISH 7 FOURTH QUARTER REVIEW Part I

Who are the main characters of the story 'The Star Child'?

• The star child, woodcutter, the washerwoman and the star fairy

• The star child, the king and queen, the mother and a friend

• A.   The star child and the woodcutter only

• A.   The star child and his real mother

What is the setting of the story 'The Star Child'?

• castle

• forest

• one winter night at the forest

• village

The Star Child realizes that he has been selfish and rude to those who have helped him on his journey. He apologizes for his behavior and shows gratitude towards the woodcutter and the washerwoman, ultimately transforming back into the Star Fairy.

What story element is this?

• Summary

• Climax

• Theme

• Conflict

Why did the woodcutter refuse to go into his home at first bringing the child?

• Because his friend thought that he is crazy.

• Because his friend wanted the child to bring into his home.

• Because he had many children to feed and he was poor.

• Because the parents of the child might look for him.

What type of story is Wilde’s ‘Star Child’?

• Mystery

• Myth

• Folktale

• Fable

Which of these best describes the star child in the story?

• He looked like a golden flower but he was cruel and rude.

• He was handsome, friendly and humble.

• He was ugly, cruel and rude to everyone.

• He was ugly but humble and kind especially to animals and beggars.

   

Kervey and Arriane were choosing the players for their teams. It was Arriane’s turn to choose, and only Kit was left. Arriane said, "Kit."
We can infer that…

• Kit was the best player.

• Arriane wanted Kit to be on her team.

• Kit was not a good player.

• Arriane has a hard time choosing a team.

The text said that Nigel smiled, and I know that when someone smiles they are happy or excited. So, I infer that _________________.

• Nigel is dreaming.

• Nigel is not hungry.

• Nigel is happy or excited.

• Nigel won the game.

Many breeds of dogs are used for work. In many cultures dogs are used to herd sheep. The dogs keep the flock from being attacked by animals such as wolves. They also keep sheep from wandering off. Sheepdogs are known for their loyalty and gentleness. Based on your reading of the text, you can INFER that:

• Sheepdogs are not very smart dogs.

• Sheepdogs are gentle and loyal.

• There are many breeds of dogs.

• Wolves are afraid of sheepdogs.

‘The thunder boomed! My dog hid under the bed and was shaking like a leaf.’ What is your inference?

• I can infer that the dog is scared.       

• I can infer that the dog likes to sleep.

• I can infer that the dog likes to play.

• I can infer that the dog is happy.