Analyzing Characters in Literature

What information can we use to analyze a character in literature?

• What the character says and does

• What other characters say about them

• How other characters react to them

• All of the above

Answer explanation

All of the above options are correct because analyzing a character in literature involves examining what the character says and does, considering what other characters say about them, and observing how other characters react to them. These aspects help to understand the character's personality, motivations, and role in the story.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

When analyzing a character, what does their behavior and dialogue reveal?

• Their age and gender

• Their personality and traits

• Their favorite color and hobbies

• Their family background and education

Answer explanation

When analyzing a character, their behavior and dialogue can reveal their personality and traits. These aspects provide insight into the character's motivations, emotions, and relationships with others, helping the reader understand the character's role in the story and their development throughout the narrative.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

In the given passage, how does Dolores react when she notices her missing pencil?

• She cries and screams

• She calmly asks Beth about the pencil

• She ignores the situation

• She laughs and jokes with her friends

Answer explanation

In the question, we are asked about Dolores' reaction when she notices her missing pencil. The correct choice is that she cries and screams. This option clearly describes her emotional response to the situation, while the other options do not accurately portray her reaction.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

What does Dolores accuse Beth of doing?

• Stealing her pencil

• Hiding her eraser

• Copying her homework

• Breaking her ruler

Answer explanation

In the question, Dolores accuses Beth of doing something. Among the given options, the correct choice is that Dolores accuses Beth of stealing her pencil. The other options, such as hiding her eraser, copying her homework, or breaking her ruler, are not what Dolores accuses Beth of doing.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

How does Beth react when Dolores accuses her?

• She apologizes and returns the pencil

• She denies stealing the pencil

• She starts crying uncontrollably

• She laughs and mocks Dolores

Answer explanation

When Dolores accuses Beth, Beth's reaction is to deny stealing the pencil. This shows that she does not admit to any wrongdoing and stands firm in her position. The other options, such as apologizing, crying, or mocking Dolores, do not accurately represent Beth's response to the accusation.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

What does the teacher say about Dolores' behavior?

• She thinks Dolores is having a bad day

• She scolds Dolores for overreacting

• She praises Dolores for her honesty

• She ignores Dolores' actions

Answer explanation

The teacher's opinion about Dolores' behavior is that she thinks Dolores is having a bad day. This is evident from the correct choice among the given options, which states that the teacher believes Dolores is experiencing a difficult day.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Based on the passage, what can we infer about Dolores' behavior?

• She is always calm and composed

• She often loses her belongings

• She is mature and responsible

• She is acting immaturely

Answer explanation

The question asks us to infer Dolores' behavior. Given the options, the answer indicates that Dolores is acting immaturely. This suggests that her actions or decisions are not reflective of what is typically expected from an adult or mature individual. Therefore, the correct inference about Dolores' behavior is that she is acting immaturely.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Why is Dolores' behavior unexpected according to the teacher?

• Because Dolores is usually quiet and shy

• Because Dolores is known for her anger issues

• Because Dolores is usually very talkative

• Because Dolores is usually well-behaved

Answer explanation

Dolores' behavior is unexpected according to the teacher because she is usually quiet and shy. This implies that her current behavior is contrasting with her typical demeanor, which is why the teacher finds it surprising.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

The group members spend their first four meetings arguing because

(a)  

• they all have very different interests
• they don't like each other
• nobody really wants to do the project
• they are under a lot of pressure at school