Quilt of a Country Quiz
Authored by Sharon Fonzo
English
9th Grade
DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept covered
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What is the central idea of "A Quilt of a Country" by Anna Quindlen?
The United States is a nation of immigrants who have always lived in harmony.
The United States is a diverse nation that has faced challenges but remains united.
The United States is a country that has always been divided by its differences.
The United States is a nation that has never truly accepted immigrants.
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2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following quotes from "A Quilt of a Country" best supports the idea that America is a diverse nation?
"America is an improbable idea."
"The United States is a unique country."
"America is made up of all races and religions."
"The United States is a melting pot."
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3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
How does Anna Quindlen use the metaphor of a quilt in her essay?
To illustrate the idea of America as a patchwork of different cultures.
To show that America is fragile and easily torn apart.
To suggest that America is warm and comforting.
To argue that America is old-fashioned and outdated.
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4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What is the author's purpose in writing "A Quilt of a Country"?
To criticize the United States for its lack of unity.
To celebrate the diversity and resilience of the United States.
To argue that the United States should be more like other countries.
To suggest that the United States is a failed experiment.
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5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following statements from "A Quilt of a Country" contains a figurative meaning?
"America is an improbable idea."
"The United States is a unique country."
"America is made up of all races and religions."
"The United States is a melting pot."
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6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What evidence does Anna Quindlen provide to support her claim that America is a diverse nation?
She lists the different races and religions that make up the country.
She describes the history of immigration in the United States.
She discusses the challenges faced by immigrants.
All of the above.
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7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
How does the author develop the central idea over the course of the text?
By providing historical examples of unity and division.
By discussing the economic impact of immigration.
By comparing the United States to other countries.
By focusing on the political system of the United States.
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