A Journey through the Himalayas

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9th - 12th Grade
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Jehangir Akhtar
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of the article, and how does the writer achieve this purpose?
To describe a cultural festival in Tibet using historical context.
To depict the journey through the Himalayas with vivid cultural and personal narratives.
To emphasize the challenges of high-altitude travel.
To criticize modern tourism in Tibet.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.11-12.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What types of text conventions are used in the article to engage the reader?
Rhetorical questions, academic references, and dialogue.
First-person narration, technical jargon, and imagery.
Descriptive imagery, chronological structure, and cultural anecdotes.
Formal tone, statistical data, and poetic descriptions.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.10
CCSS.RI.6.10
CCSS.RI.7.10
CCSS.RI.8.10
CCSS.RI.9-10.10
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify one personal anecdote from the article and explain its purpose in the narrative.
The writer mentions sleeplessness due to altitude sickness to illustrate the journey's hardships.
The mention of music and dancing highlights local celebrations.
The yak calf drinking water emphasizes the uniqueness and humor of the setting.
The view at Pang La conveys the journey’s spiritual significance.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.3
CCSS.RI.6.3
CCSS.RI.7.3
CCSS.RI.8.3
CCSS.RI.9-10.3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the writer blend personal anecdotes with cultural observations?
By describing local attire in the context of personal discomfort.
By reporting dialogues with local villagers.
By explaining Buddhist art through visual descriptions.
By focusing entirely on cultural events.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.10
CCSS.RI.7.10
CCSS.RI.8.10
CCSS.RI.9-10.10
CCSS.RL. 11-12.9
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify two examples of humor in the article and their contributions to the tone.
The description of the "nocturnal strip" and the satellite dish; both add a light-hearted contrast to the hardships.
The harsh weather descriptions and children asking for gifts; they highlight irony.
The sheepskin jackets and music celebration; they reveal a whimsical side of Tibetan culture.
Migmar’s English-speaking ability and the rough roads; these underline the trip’s challenges humorously.
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CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the writer use metaphoric language to describe the landscape?
"Dust devils spiraling" evokes a mystical atmosphere.
"White-topped waves in a frozen ocean" highlights the landscape’s majestic quality.
"Red and angry rocks" conveys the severity of nature.
"Prayer flags fluttering" connects nature with spirituality.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does reported speech, such as Migmar’s inclusion, play in the narrative?
To provide linguistic examples of Tibetan culture.
To add authenticity and insight into Buddhist traditions.
To contrast local traditions with modern life.
To highlight his role in guiding the group.
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CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
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