First Day of School

In “The First Day of School,” the main way that readers learn that this day is different from other days is through _____

• John’s actions

• Audrey’s dress

• dialogue between John and Audrey

• dialogue between John and his mother

The flashback in paragraphs 27–28 of “The First Day of School” affects the story by _____.

• reflecting John’s fear of what is to come

• telling how Audrey feels toward John

• showing that John’s mother gives wise advice

• explaining why John disagrees with his mother

Select the one of the conflicts that are at the center of “The First Day of School.”

• John vs. nature

• John vs. Audrey

• John vs. his fears

• John vs. his mother

In the story 'First Day of School,' what literary device is primarily used to show the contrast between John's expectations and reality?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Simile

• Alliteration

Which character in 'First Day of School' is most likely to use formal language?

• John

• Audrey

• John's teacher

• John's friend

What is the main theme of 'First Day of School'?

• Friendship

• Courage

• Fear of the unknown

• Competition

In 'First Day of School,' which sentence best describes John's feelings as he enters the classroom?

• John felt excited and eager to learn.

• John was nervous but hopeful.

• John was indifferent to the new environment.

• John was confident and ready.

What type of conflict is depicted when John struggles with his fear of speaking in front of the class in 'First Day of School'?

• Man vs. Man

• Man vs. Self

• Man vs. Society

• Man vs. Nature

Which word best describes the tone of the teacher's introduction in 'First Day of School'?

• Stern

• Encouraging

• Indifferent

• Sarcastic

In 'First Day of School,' what is the significance of John's choice of clothing?

• It shows his personality.

• It reflects his family's wealth.

• It symbolizes his desire to fit in.

• It has no significance.