We Beat the Street (Chapter 3)

1. Which of these inferences about George is best supported by the text?

   Answer choices for the above question

• 1. A. George wants to go to a school that isn’t in the “inner city.”

• 1. B. George has learned a lot about life and culture in Miss Johnson’s class.

• 1. C. George wishes he could be more like his older brother, Garland.

• 1. D. George and his older brother, Garland, attend different schools.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

1. The following passage (paragraphs 27-29) add to the development of the excerpt mainly by .

   “What private school do you children attend?” the woman asked.
   Miss Johnson walked over to the woman and said proudly, “These are students from Louise Spencer Elementary, a public school in the Central Ward.”
   “But they’re so well behaved,” the woman said with surprise. “Isn’t that school in the ghetto?”

   Answer choices for the above question

• A. suggesting that children cannot behave themselves at a concert

• B. proving that old people don’t know what they are talking about

• C. showing that certain people think that kids from the inner city are trouble

• D. showing why that Louise Spencer Elementary is the best school in the city

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

1. With which of the following statements would Miss Johnson most likely agree?

   Answer choices for the above question

• 1. A. Getting bad grades in school is a sign of laziness.

• 1. B. William Shakespeare could not have written all of his thirty-seven plays without some help.

• 1. C. Doing well in school can provide a path to a better future.

• 1. D. Schools should remain in session all year long.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

1. Which quote from Miss Johnson best supports the correct answer to the previous question?

   Answer choices for the above question

• 1. A. “‘Today,’ she began, ‘we’re going to continue talking about the writer named Shakespeare. How long ago did he live?’ she asked the class.”

• 1. B. “‘These are students from Louise Spencer Elementary, a public school in the Central Ward.’”

• 1. C. “‘There will always be people like that, you know,’ Miss Johnson explained.

• 1. D. “‘Just do your best, keep your nose out of trouble, and one day the doors will open for you.’”

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

How does the author's choice of diction contribute to the portrayal of Miss Johnson's character?

• A. By using formal language to show her strictness

• B. By using energetic and engaging words to reflect her enthusiasm for teaching

• C. By using complex vocabulary to highlight her intelligence

• D. By using simple language to make her seem approachable and friendly

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

How does the author's word choice in describing the setting influence the reader's perception of George's neighborhood?

• A. By using positive adjectives to create an idealized image

• B. By using neutral language to present an unbiased view

• C. By using vivid and descriptive words to highlight the challenges and realities

• D. By using technical terms to provide a detailed analysis

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

Which words in the passage all have a negative connotation?

Answer choices for the above question

• A. brother, green, brown

• B. yelled, glared, taunted

• C. bottles, concrete, sunlight

• D. school, direction, glasses

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Based on this word's connotation and the context of the text, what do you think is the meaning of the word glared in paragraph 5?

Answer choices for the above question

• A. Glared means “to shine with a strong or dazzling light.”

• B. Glared means “make or cause to make a loud, harsh noise.”

• C. Glared means “to stare in a fierce or angry way.”

• D. Glared means “to provoke or challenge someone with insulting remarks.”

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

Which two pieces of evidence from the text best demonstrate the impact of Miss Johnson's teaching on George's outlook on life?

• George's excitement about learning Shakespeare in third grade

• George's willingness to attend school even when he's sick

• George's newfound consideration of college as a possibility

• George's participation in the Shakespeare Club and wearing the club sweater proudly

• George's decision to ignore negative comments and focus on his future

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is the connotation of the phrase "a look that could have melted that mink coat" from the text, We Beat the Street?

• A. It has a negative connotation, suggesting Miss Johnson’s look was cold and unfeeling, showing her indifference.

• B. It has a negative connotation, suggesting Miss Johnson’s look was intensely disapproving and powerful, reflecting anger.

• C. It has a positive connotation, suggesting Miss Johnson’s look was warm and compassionate, indicating concern.

• D. It has a negative connotation, suggesting Miss Johnson’s look was dismissive and uninterested, reflecting apathy.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5