Front Desk

What is the climax of the story "Front Desk"?

• When Mia's family first arrives at the motel.

• When Mia wins the essay contest.

• When Mr. Yao threatens to fire Mia's family.

• When Mia's family buys the motel.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which vocabulary word best describes the way Mia handles challenges at the front desk?

• Timid

• Resourceful

• Careless

• Pessimistic

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the significance of the "front desk" in the story?

• It symbolizes Mia's responsibilities and challenges.

• It represents the family's financial struggles.

• It is a place where Mia makes new friends.

• It is where Mia does her homework.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

How does Mia's relationship with her parents evolve throughout the story?

• It becomes more distant.

• It remains the same.

• It becomes stronger and more understanding.

• It becomes more strained.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What is the primary setting of the story 'Front Desk'?

• A) A school

• B) A motel

• C) A restaurant

• D) A library

Which character trait best describes Mia's approach to solving problems at the front desk?

• A) Impulsive

• B) Resourceful

• C) Indifferent

• D) Pessimistic

What is the main conflict Mia faces in 'Front Desk'?

• A) Balancing school and work

• B) Dealing with difficult customers

• C) Helping her parents manage the motel

• D) Competing with other motels

How does the front desk symbolize Mia's growth in the story?

• A) It shows her independence and maturity.

• B) It highlights her loneliness.

• C) It represents her fear of failure.

• D) It is a place of constant stress.

What literary device is used when describing the front desk as a 'battleground'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Hyperbole

Which event marks a turning point for Mia in the story?

• A) Winning a school award

• B) Making a new friend

• C) Standing up to Mr. Yao

• D) Learning a new language