The Lost Backpack

Based on the passage, what is the main reason Emily is upset?

• She lost her lunch.

• She spilled juice on her homework.

• She cannot find her backpack.

• She missed her P.E. class.

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VA.ELA.7.DSR.A

What does the word "frantic" most likely mean in the context of the passage?

(a)  

• Calm

• Excited

• Panicked
• Bored

How does the author develop Emily's point of view in the first-person narrative?

• By describing her actions and thoughts directly.

• By showing her through Sam's perspective.

• By using dialogue between Emily and Sam.

• By focusing on Mrs. Taylor's observations.

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VA.ELA.7.RL.2.C

What evidence from the text suggests that Sam is hesitant to approach Emily?

• He immediately runs to tell her about the backpack.

• He thinks she might snap at him for wasting her time.

• He doesn't notice her distress.

• He is busy with his own problems.

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VA.ELA.7.RL.2.C

What does the phrase "like a pinball" suggest about Emily's movement?

• She is moving slowly and carefully.

• She is moving in a straight line.

• She is moving quickly and erratically.

• She is standing still.

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VA.ELA.7.RV.1.B

How does the third-person limited perspective focusing on Sam affect the reader's understanding of the story?

• It provides insight into Emily's thoughts.

• It shows Sam's internal conflict about helping Emily.

• It reveals Mrs. Taylor's opinion about the students.

• It explains the janitor's actions.

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VA.ELA.7.RL.2.C

What is the significance of the purple backpack in the story?

• It is a symbol of Emily's frustration.

• It is a gift from Sam.

• It contains Sam's soccer jersey.

• It is a new backpack Emily just bought.

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VA.ELA.7.RL.2.C

How does the author use the third-person omniscient perspective to enhance the story?

• By providing a detailed description of the school setting.

• By revealing the thoughts and feelings of multiple characters.

• By focusing solely on Emily's actions.

• By describing the weather outside.

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VA.ELA.7.RL.2.C

What does the phrase "twisted with frustration" imply about Emily's emotional state?

• She is calm and collected.

• She is confused and uncertain.

• She is angry and upset.

• She is happy and relieved.

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VA.ELA.7.RV.1.B

What does Emily's reaction to losing her backpack reveal about her character?

• She is calm and composed.

• She is organized and responsible.

• She is indifferent and careless.

• She is forgetful and absent-minded.