6th Grade Final Reading Test

What does the author imply about food in the passage?

• a. It is simple and primal.

• b. It is unifying.

• c. It is essential to life.

• d. All of the above.

Answer explanation

The author implies that food is simple and primal, unifying, and essential to life, making all of the above statements correct.

What is the atmosphere like in the kitchen according to the passage?

• Calm and quiet

• Crowded, hot, and noisy

• Relaxed and peaceful

• Organized and efficient

Answer explanation

The atmosphere in the kitchen is described as crowded, hot, and noisy in paragraphs 15-19, making this the correct choice.

What does the metaphor of the swimming duck imply about the restaurant?

• The restaurant is chaotic and disorganized.

• The restaurant appears calm but is very busy behind the scenes.

• The restaurant is slow and relaxed.

• The restaurant is struggling to stay afloat.

Why did the narrator make the statement, "Food is love. Food is peace."?

(write at least 2 sentences)

Answer explanation

The narrator made the statement to emphasize the emotional connection and comfort that food can provide, highlighting its role in fostering love and peace.

The author compares knowing what happens behind the scenes in the restaurant to knowing a _______ no one else did.

How did the narrator feel when she made a mistake with the cash register?

(use whole sentences and sentence starters)

Answer explanation

The narrator felt embarrassed when she made a mistake with the cash register.

What phrase did the narrator repeat to herself to stay calm?

• Be a duck

• Stay calm

• Keep cool

• Don't panic

What "worlds" did the narrator have to navigate? How did she navigate them?

(write at least 2 sentences)

Answer explanation

The narrator had to navigate the physical world and the world of her emotions. She navigated them by seeking guidance from her grandmother and reflecting on her experiences.

How did the narrator describe the people who came to eat at their restaurant?

(use complete sentences)

Answer explanation

The narrator described the people who came to eat at their restaurant as 'a motley collection of characters, from the local farmers to the city slickers.'

What is the central idea of this memoir?

• Hard work and dedication can help you become rich.

• Restaurants are not good places for kids to grow up in.

• Only teachers can teach children what they need to know.

• Your childhood experiences influence your values later in life.