What is the main conflict in the story? Select the best answer choice.

• Lila is worried about a storm coming to the island.

• Lila is uncertain about how to deal with her emotions.

• Lila is trying to find her way off the island.

• Lila feels alone and disconnected from her family.

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does the "storm within" represent?

• A literal storm that is threatening the island.

• Lila’s struggle with understanding her emotions and fear.

• A fight with her family over something important.

• Lila's desire to leave the island and explore the world.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What is the turning point of the story?

• Lila goes to the cliffs to look at the sunset.

• Lila realizes that the storm inside her is something she can face.

• Lila decides to leave the island.

• Lila’s mother tells her to be brave.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Which of the following best describes the theme of the passage?

• Change can be frightening, but facing it brings clarity.

• Fear should be ignored to avoid being overwhelmed.

• Finding peace requires leaving home behind.

• The natural world holds all the answers to life’s problems.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which sentence demonstrates the internal conflict Lila faces?

• Lila spent most of her days roaming the island.

• Lila went to the beach, determined to confront the storm within her.

• The scent of saltwater mixed with the scent of wildflowers.

• She knelt on the sand, closed her eyes, and took a deep breath.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does the ocean symbolize in the passage?

• Lila’s desire to leave the island.

• The calm and peaceful state that Lila seeks.

• The conflict between Lila and her family.

• The confusion and fear that Lila feels inside.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What does the wind say to Lila? Select the best answer choice.

• "Let go of the fear."

• "Leave the island and explore the world."

• "You are strong and capable."

• "Don’t look back."

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the effect of Lila acknowledging the storm inside her?

• She begins to feel afraid of what is to come.

• She feels a sense of relief and peace.

• She decides to leave the island.

• She grows more confused about her feelings.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does Lila change by the end of the passage?

• A) She realizes that she has no control over her emotions.

• B) She learns that fear can control her if she lets it.

• C) She understands that facing her fears helps her feel at peace.

• D) She decides that her emotions are unimportant.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the mood of the passage at the beginning?

• Tense and anxious.

• Peaceful and reflective.

• Excited and hopeful.

• Angry and frustrated.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4