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From the Desk of Zoe Washington

Authored by Stacey Johnston

English

5th Grade

CCSS covered

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From the Desk of Zoe Washington
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is one of the main ideas in the text "The Desk of Zoe Washington" and how is it supported by key details?

Zoe's love for baking is a main idea, supported by her frequent visits to the bakery.

Zoe's relationship with her father is a main idea, supported by their regular phone calls.

Zoe's friendship with Trevor is a main idea, supported by their shared school projects.

Zoe's interest in music is a main idea, supported by her participation in the school band.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

In "The Desk of Zoe Washington," how does Zoe's point of view influence how she describes her interactions with her father?

Zoe's point of view makes her interactions with her father seem distant and unimportant.

Zoe's point of view makes her interactions with her father seem exciting and adventurous.

Zoe's point of view makes her interactions with her father seem confusing and frustrating.

Zoe's point of view makes her interactions with her father seem hopeful and meaningful.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What inference can be made about Zoe's character based on her actions in the book?

Zoe is careless and often forgets important tasks.

Zoe is determined and resourceful in solving problems.

Zoe is shy and avoids social interactions.

Zoe is indifferent and uninterested in her surroundings.

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following is a direct quote from "The Desk of Zoe Washington" that supports the idea that Zoe is passionate about baking?

"Zoe spent her afternoons playing video games with her friends."

"Zoe couldn't wait to try the new cupcake recipe she found online."

"Zoe was uninterested in the baking competition at school."

"Zoe preferred reading books over baking."

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Compare and contrast Zoe and her friend Trevor in "The Desk of Zoe Washington." How do their interactions highlight their differences?

Zoe is more adventurous, while Trevor is more cautious, as seen in their approach to solving problems.

Zoe is more introverted, while Trevor is more extroverted, as seen in their social interactions.

Zoe is more focused on academics, while Trevor is more interested in sports, as seen in their school activities.

Zoe is more artistic, while Trevor is more scientific, as seen in their hobbies.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is a key detail that supports the main idea of Zoe's determination in "The Desk of Zoe Washington"?

Zoe gives up easily when faced with challenges.

Zoe consistently works on her baking skills despite setbacks.

Zoe avoids difficult tasks and prefers easy ones.

Zoe relies on others to solve her problems.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How does the narrator's point of view in "The Desk of Zoe Washington" affect the reader's understanding of Zoe's relationship with her father?

It makes the relationship seem unimportant and trivial.

It highlights the emotional complexity and depth of their relationship.

It portrays the relationship as purely functional and business-like.

It suggests that the relationship is based on misunderstandings.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

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