A Lens Into the Past

Read the dictionary entry for the word favor.

favor noun

1. popularity or support 

2. special permission

3. a kind act

4. a special gift 

Which definition best matches the way the word favor is used in line 6?

• Definition 1

• Definition 2

• Definition 3

• Definition 4

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What is the most likely reason the playwright includes line 15?

• To show that Jude is bored at the antique shop

• To show that Jude needs help from Grandpa Sam

• To show that Jude tries to enjoy his time with Grandpa Sam

• To show that Jude is lost inside the antique shop

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Why is the setting of the antique store important to the plot?

• It allows Grandpa Sam to try a new activity

• It displays an old object that Jude and Grandpa Sam both like

• It lets Grandpa Sam learn more about Jude's interests

• It gives Jude a place to wait while his mom stops

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The photograph after line 17 helps the reader visualize

• Line 17

• Line 18

• Line 19

• Line 20

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Which key ideas about Grandpa Sam are supported by the details in lines 20 through 27?

Select TWO correct answers.

• He wants Jude to learn how to make movies.

• He is eager to share a special moment with Jude.

• He likes to make movies with Jude.

• He enjoys being reminded of the past.

• He is curious about how much the movie camera costs.

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The conflict of the play is resolved when -

• Mom comes to the store to get Jude

• Jude realizes that he enjoyed talking to Grandpa Sam

• Mom finds Grandpa Sam in the store

• Jude answers Mom's questions about the antique store

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Which line from the play best shows that Jude is beginning to appreciate objects from the past?

• [Grandpa Sam gently hands Jude the camera.]

• [Jude examines it while Grandpa Sam watches with a smile.]

• GRANDPA SAM: I bet I have some old film from when I was younger back at home. I can show you sometime.

• JUDE: Yes, please, Grandpa! I wish we could go look for it right now! [Jude jumps up and down impatiently.]

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Based on the events that take place at the end of the play, what will Jude most likely do next?

• Jude will ask his mom to buy him a new camera.

• Jude will use the camera to make a movie with Grandpa Sam.

• Jude will show his mom how to put film in an old camera.

• Jude will take Grandpa Sam to a store that sells modern camera and film.

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Describe the relationship between Jude and Grandpa Sam. Use evidence from the selection to support your answer.

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