Sign of the Beaver Chapters 4-9 Quiz

In chapter 5, page 23, what does the word "wrenched" mean in this context?

"His foot caught in a fallen branch and he wrenched it clear."

• pulled weakly

• pulled forcefully

• pushed angrily

• pushed gently

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RL.5.4

Which quotation from the text would best support the opinion that Attean does not like Matt?

• "Attean not give away hunting grounds."

• "He did not dare speak again."

• "The scorn in the boy's face had turned to anger."

• all of the above

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.W.5.9A

In chapter 7, Attean asks Matt, "How long Attean learn signs in book?"

Why does the author write Attean's question this way?

• Attean is not intelligent.

• Attean's first language is not English.

• The author does not know correct grammar.

• The publisher of the book made a mistake.

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

In chapter 7, how did Matt feel about teaching reading? (pages 32-33)

• He felt confident- he knows what he's doing.

• He felt intelligent- he's very smart.

• He felt uncertain- he's not sure what he's doing.

• He felt furious- he didn't owe Attean anything.

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CCSS.RL.5.1

Which quotation best supports WHY Saknis wants Attean to learn how to read? (pages 30-31)

• "It's a gift. Please take it."

• "White man make signs on paper, signs Indian not know."

• "Attean learn to read white man's signs."

• "White boy teach Attean what book say."

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CCSS.RL.5.1

Which of the following quotations is a simile? (A simile compares 2 unlike things using the word "like" or "as."

• "No wonder Indians did not make a sound when they walked in the forest."

• "Now he noticed that Saknis was holding out to him a rough sort of crutch."

• "It came off in the mud when I ran."

• "It passed between his legs and hung down like a little apron back and front."

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

What is the meaning of the metaphor, "Attean sprang to his feet, a thundercloud wiping out all pleasure from his face"?

• Attean is hesitant.

• Attean is offended and hurt by what Matt has read aloud.

• It's about to start raining.

• Attean is about to leave because he is bored of the lesson.

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

Which of the following themes is best supported by this quotation from the text?

"Attean learn to read white man's signs. Attean not give away hunting grounds."

• It is important to respect nature.

• It is important to be kind to everyone.

• It is important to get an education.

• It is important to take care of your family.

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CCSS.RL.5.2