Unwanteds Quiz Ch 1-18

As Alex observed the stunning creativity in Artimé, he was completely enraptured, unable to tear his gaze away from the magical displays of art and invention.

What does enraptured most likely mean?

• Confused or disoriented

• Filled with intense delight or fascination

• Tired and uninterested

• Frightened or uneasy

The tension Alex felt in Quill dissipated when he stepped into the vibrant world of Artimé, where the heavy burden of fear seemed to vanish.

What does dissipated most likely mean?

• Increased or grew stronger

• Held tightly

• Disappeared or faded away

• Was ignored or overlooked

The High Priest’s decision to sentence creative Unwanteds to death was an egregious act, one that seemed unjust and unforgivable to Alex.

What does egregious most likely mean?

• Extremely bad or offensive

• Accidental or unintended

• Minor or insignificant

• Generous or kind

The rooms of Artimé were filled with mirth as the Unwanteds laughed and enjoyed their newfound freedom, a stark contrast to their lives in Quill.

What does mirth most likely mean?

• Happiness and laughter

• Anger and frustration

• Quiet reflection

• Nervous tension

In contrast to the magical vibrancy of Artimé, some parts of Quill seemed decrepit, with crumbling walls and lifeless surroundings reflecting its lack of creativity.

What does decrepit most likely mean?

• Well-maintained and new

• Decayed or worn out

• Cheerful and bright

• Crowded and noisy

As Mr. Today’s magical performance continued, the excitement in the room built to a crescendo, with everyone on the edge of their seats.

What does crescendo most likely mean?

• A gradual decrease in intensity

• The loudest or most intense point

• A brief moment of silence

• A confusing or chaotic event

Match the following sentences with context clues to the correct definition.

• Barren or lifeless

• Quill felt like a desolate place to Alex, with its empty streets and lack of color, a stark contrast to the life-filled world of Artimé.

• Reluctantly or unwillingly

• Samheed smiled ruefully as he apologized for his mistake, clearly feeling regret for what he had done.

• Deeply fascinated or captivated

• Alex was enthralled by the incredible creatures in Artimé, his eyes wide with wonder as he explored the magical world.

• With sadness or regret

• Lani begrudgingly admitted that Alex’s spellcasting was improving, though it was clear she wasn’t entirely happy about it.

JoHanna had saved enough money to purchase one expensive saltwater fish, but the pet shop owner said that a single fish would get lonely. JoHanna didn't like the sound of that. She then saw some freshwater fish that were almost as pretty as the saltwater ones. The freshwater fish cost less, too.

What prediction can you make based on this passage?

• JoHanna will let the shop owner buy puppies instead.

• JoHanna will buy several several fish from the shop.

• JoHanna will buy one saltwater fish from the pet shop.

Towns were vital to pioneers as they journeyed West because they needed to purchase supplies. A trip into town could also be entertaining, so some pioneers wanted to extend their stay. Others, however, wanted to get back on the road West as quickly as possible. These conflicting desires caused arguments among the many travelers.

What prediction can you make about future trips of these pioneers.

• To avoid arguments, pioneers will not stop at towns.

• To avoid disagreements, pioneers will buy more supplies in order to make fewer stops in towns.

• Towns will stop providing supplies for pioneers.

Janeen peered at Mark as he climbed recklessly up the big tree in Grandma's backyard. He was so high, it made her dizzy just looking up at her crazy cousin. Janeen had never done well with heights and ignored Mark's pleas for her to join him. "It's perfectly safe, you big sissy," he finally taunted. Just then the limb he had landed on snapped, causing him to lose his footing and nearly fall.

What prediction can you make based on this passage?

• Janeen will climb the tree to help rescue Mark.

• Mark will continue to climb.

• Mark will come down carefully and stop taunting his cousin.