A Christmas Carol Quiz

What is the MOST effective way to revise this sentence:

Excited, the package was opened by Sara, who tore off the wrapping paper eagerly.

• Excited, the wrapping paper was eagerly torn off by Sara, opening the package.

• Excited, Sara eagerly tore off the wrapping paper to open the package.

• The package was opened excitedly by Sara, tearing off the wrapping paper eagerly.

• Excitedly tearing off the wrapping paper, Sara opened the package.

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What does the word “influence” mean?

• Affect

• Watch

• Copy

• Ignore

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Which of Bob Cratchit’s qualities most influences the events in A Christmas Carol: Scrooge and Marley, Act II?

• His fear of losing his job during Christmas.

• His ambition to improve his family’s circumstances.

• His resentment toward Scrooge’s behavior.

• His loyalty to Scrooge despite poor treatment.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

The person who writes a play is called the –

• Author

• Poet

• Playwright

• Writer

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CCSS.RL.5.10

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

Read the following lines from A Christmas Carol: Scrooge and Marley.

[The Ghost of Christmas Present laughs loudly, his voice like thunder shaking the room.]

What is the most likely reason the playwright uses figurative language in this line?

• To highlight the quiet and gentle presence of the Ghost of Christmas Present.

• To emphasize the peaceful nature of the Ghost of Christmas Present.

• To suggest that the Ghost of Christmas Present is sad and mournful.

• To show that the Ghost of Christmas Present is powerful and commands attention.

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CCSS.RL.5.10

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.7

Which sentence uses the transition "in fact" correctly?

• He practiced the piano every day; in fact, he didn’t improve at all.

• Maria loves reading books; in fact, she finished five novels last week.

• I wasn’t feeling well today; in fact, I went to the store to buy groceries.

• The weather was sunny all morning; in fact, it started raining in the afternoon.

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which sentence uses the transition "meanwhile" correctly?

• The teacher explained the problem clearly; meanwhile, the students were confused.

• Michelle loved horses; meanwhile, she rode them all the time.

• I was studying for my math test; meanwhile, I went to sleep.

• The cookies were baking in the oven; meanwhile, the kids were decorating the table for the party.

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

When reading a text, “mood” is –

• the feeling the reader has while reading

• the feeling the author has while writing

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CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

How does the playwright's use of the words "trembles" in line 18 and "darkens" in line 20 contribute to the mood of the scene in A Christmas Carol: Scrooge and Marley, Act II?

• By creating a sense of warmth and comfort.

• By showing a peaceful and serene atmosphere.

• By intensifying the feeling of fear and suspense.

• By highlighting the joy and celebration of the moment.

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CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.4.7

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.7

Which sentence in the paragraph below repeats information already stated in the paragraph and should be removed?

Many people enjoy hiking. Hiking is a great way to exercise and stay healthy. Being outdoors on a hike can improve your mood and reduce stress. Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, and hiking is a great way to get exercise. Spending time in nature also helps people feel more relaxed and happy.

• Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, and hiking is a great way to get exercise.

• Many people enjoy hiking.

• Being outdoors on a hike can improve your mood and reduce stress.

• Spending time in nature also helps people feel more relaxed and happy.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2