The Burden Quiz

What does Grandfather mean when he says, “You are bent over, like a man who carries his whole family on his back”?

• Lee is physically tired.

• Lee is carrying a heavy backpack.

• Lee is burdened by responsibilities.

• Lee is not standing up straight.

What does Lee’s “A” on his report card represent?

• His intelligence.

• His hard work and dedication.

• His parents’ expectations.

• His grandfather’s teachings.

Read this sentence from paragraph 1. His head was bowed, and his shoulders slumped as if he were carrying a sack of rocks instead of his schoolbooks. This sentence means that Lee was feeling

• cruel

• tired

• bored

• strong

Read these sentences from paragraph 8. He has seen right through me, Lee thought guiltily, staring at his plate. What happened next, however, surprised him. What do these two sentences reveal about the characters and the plot?

• They help readers know what Grandfather and Lee will do together.

• They help readers understand why Lee is upset.

• They show that Grandfather has realized Lee’s problem, and they inform readers that he will try to help his grandson.

• They compare Lee’s personality to Grandfather’s.

What is MOST LIKELY the reason that Grandfather is concerned about Lee?

• Lee was eating toasted sesame cakes.

• He saved for years to come to this country.

• Lee seems overwhelmed by his homework.

• Lee is being rude to Grandfather.

Which of Grandfather’s actions showed his concern for Lee?

• touching Lee’s shoulders

• preparing a snack for Lee

• carrying a sack of rocks

• going outside to play

Read this sentence from paragraph 8 of the text. He has seen right through me, Lee thought guiltily, staring at his plate. What is the meaning of the underlined phrase?

• Lee was looking into a mirror.

• Grandfather was watching Lee play at the park.

• Grandfather noticed that Lee was upset.

• Lee wished Grandfather couldn’t see him.

Which sentence from the passage BEST reflects Lee’s gratitude toward his grandfather?

• Lee stood up straight and hugged his grandfather.

• Lee began to eat his toasted sesame cakes, then noticed Grandfather looking at him with concern.

• “Go outside and play. Your books and I will wait for you.”

• Although he did not speak fluent English, Grandfather could always express his thoughts clearly.

Read the following passage and answer questions: What is the main idea of this passage? The Great Barrier Reef, located off the coast of Australia, is the world's largest coral reef system. Stretching over 1,500 miles, it consists of nearly 3,000 individual reefs and 900 islands. The reef is home to countless marine species and is visible from space. However, climate change and ocean acidification pose serious threats to this natural wonder.

• The Great Barrier Reef is home to many islands

• Climate change threatens marine life

• The Great Barrier Reef is Earth's largest coral reef system

• Australia has many natural wonders

Read the following passage and answer questions: Which detail best supports the idea that the Great Barrier Reef is massive?

• It has 900 islands

• It can be seen from space

• It houses many marine species

• It faces environmental threats