RED SCARF GIRL - PRACTICE

Read this sentence from paragraph 33.

“Every student here today was handpicked for both academic and political excellence.” What does the speaker mean by the term “political excellence”?

• Ability to speak Mandarin

• Desire to lead a group of people

• Loyalty to the Communist Party

• Interest in the Red Guard Committee

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CCSS.RI.7.4

Ji-li’s conversation with Teacher Zhang influences her decision to take part in the

exhibition by __________.

• convincing her that it will be dishonorable to refuse the assignment

• giving her the courage to face fears and overcome the difficulties in her life

• helping her understand that there is no one else who will accept the assignment

• proving to her that nobody knows about her family background

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.1

According to paragraph 47, Ji-li does not think that she is a good choice for the Class Education Exhibition because __________

• she is not involved with the propaganda group

• her grandfather was a landlord in the old society

• her grades are not good

• she is against the Cultural Revolution

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CCSS.RL.7.1

Which of the following provides the MOST accurate summary of this passage?

• Teacher Zhang nominates Ji-li to participate in the Class Education Exhibition. Ji-li tries to convince him to choose another student. He convinces her that she can face her challenges with bravery.

• Ji-li tries to hide her personal file from Teacher Zhang so that she can participate in the Class Education Exhibition with Chairman Jin. Teacher Zhang tells her she must strive to be an “educable child” like Yin Lan-lan and Du Hai

• Chairman Jin makes a speech about the purpose of the Class Education Exhibition. He warns students not to participate if their family has a bad class status. Ji-li leaves the auditorium feeling ashamed.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

In paragraph 53, Teacher Zhang tells Ji-li that she is an “educable child.” What does he mean by this statement? a. . b. c.

• Ji-li can get good grades if she tries harder in school.

• Ji-li needs to learn more about the Cultural Revolution

• Ji-li has the potential to overcome her problems.

• Ji-li is a role model who inspires her classmates

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.W.7.9A

During her conversation with Teacher Zhang in paragraphs 53–54, Ji-li says that she “felt an older brother’s sincerity and trust in his look.” What does this statement tell you about Teacher Zhang?

• Teacher Zhang treats Ji-li like his sister.

• Teacher Zhang likes bossing students around and telling them what to do.

• Teacher Zhang is not sure that Ji-li can do a good job on the Class Education Exhibition.

• Teacher Zhang encourages Ji-li to accept the assignment because he has faith in her abilities

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CCSS.RL.7.1

In paragraph 55, Ji-li states that “I was afraid I would cry if I said another word.” What does this statement reveal about Ji-li?

• She is extremely happy to represent her school at the exhibition

• She doesn’t want to promote the Cultural Revolution in school.

• She is trying to be brave but is anxious about facing her family background.

• She is angry with Teacher Zhang for recommending her to the Class Education Exhibition.

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

What is Ji-li’s perspective on being asked to join the Class Education Exhibition?

• She is surprised at being asked.

• She is annoyed about being pulled out of class.

• She is pleased to be recognized by her peers.

• She is terrified of performing on stage.

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.6

Which of the following describes the purpose of the Class Education Exhibition? Mark each choice Yes or No

"To condemn the old society..."

• YES

• NO

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CCSS.RI.7.6

Which of the following describes the purpose of the Class Education Exhibition? Mark each choice Yes or No.

"To recruit students to the propaganda group..."

• YES

• NO

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CCSS.RI.7.6