"Examination Day" Check for Understanding (Standards included)

Which detail best establishes the exposition of the story?

• Dickie leaves for the examination

• The parents worry about Dickie's test results

• The government official calls with the results

• The examination results are revealed

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Using context clues from the story, what does the word "vexation" most likely mean in the sentence: "His father, now slumped into an armchair with the Government newspaper rattled the sheets in vexation"?

(a)  

• Happiness

• Annoyance
• Confusion

• Excitement

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Part A: Which statement best expresses a central theme of "Examination Day" by Henry Slesar?

• As children mature, society places greater expectations on them.

• There are instances where the government infringes upon individual rights.

• High intelligence is often perceived as a threat.

• It's advantageous to understate your intelligence.

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VA.ELA.7.RL.1.A

Part B: Which detail from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

• “‘Now, it’s nothing to worry about. Thousands of children take this test everyday. The Government wants to know how smart you are, Dickie. That’s all there is to it.’” (Paragraph 21)

• “They were at breakfast table, and the boy looked up from his plate curiously.He was an alert-eyed youngster with flat blond hair and a quick, nervous manner.” (Paragraph 3)

• “‘Now just relax, Richard. You’ll be asked some questions, and you think them over carefully. Then give your answers into the microphone. The machine will take care of the rest.’” (Paragraph 44)

• “‘We regret to inform you that his intelligence quotient is above the Government regulation, according to Rule 84 Section 5 of the New Code.’” (Paragraph 56)

How does the central conflict in "Examination Day" impact the plot development?

• It creates a sense of joy and celebration.

• It leads to a surprising and tragic conclusion.

• It results in a humorous misunderstanding.

• It causes a rift between family members.

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VA.ELA.7.RL.1.B

How is the conflict resolved at the end of the story?

• Dickie passes the test

• The government removes Dickie for being too intelligent

• The parents challenge the government

• The examination system is ended

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VA.ELA.7.RL.3.A

What does the phrase "moistness of his mother’s eyes" suggest about her feelings towards the exam?

• She is indifferent.

• She is proud.

• She is worried.

• She is excited.

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VA.ELA.7.RV.1.B

What moment is the climax of the story?

• The parents discussing past examinations

• The government official calling with the results

• Dickie takes the intelligence test

• Dickie studies for the intelligence test

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VA.ELA.7.RL.1.A

What is the central conflict of the story?

• The government gets to decide who is allowed to live based on an exam

• Dickie is nervous about failing a test

• The parents disagree about intelligence rules

• Dickie struggles to please his parents

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What can the reader infer about the government based on the examination rules?

• The government values creativity

• The government encourages independent thinking

• The government wants children to succeed

• The government fears intelligence that challenges control

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1