The Most Beautiful Place in the World

In the excerpt from "The Most Beautiful Place in the World," why does Juan's grandmother react so strongly to the note from Juan's School?

• Juan's grandmother never got to go to school herself, so she doesn't want Juan to think it is so important.

• Juan's grandmother is proud of Juan, and always thought he would succeed.

• Juan's grandmother regrets that she never went to school, and wants Juan to understand how important it is for him to keep going.

• Juan's grandmother is afraid that Juan will drop out of school so that he can work and make money

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

In the story 'The Most Beautiful Place in the World,' what is the main reason Juan's grandmother wants him to continue his education?

• She wants him to earn a lot of money.

• She regrets not having an education herself.

• She wants him to become a teacher.

• She believes education is not important.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which of the following best describes the setting of 'The Most Beautiful Place in the World'?

• A bustling city

• A quiet village

• A remote island

• A busy marketplace

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What literary device is used in the title 'The Most Beautiful Place in the World'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Hyperbole

• Personification

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

In 'The Most Beautiful Place in the World,' how does Juan feel about his school?

• He loves it and is eager to learn.

• He dislikes it and wants to leave.

• He is indifferent and doesn't care.

• He is afraid of his teachers.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is the primary theme of 'The Most Beautiful Place in the World'?

• The importance of family

• The value of education

• The beauty of nature

• The struggle for survival

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which character in 'The Most Beautiful Place in the World' is most supportive of Juan's education?

• His mother

• His father

• His grandmother

• His teacher

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is the tone of the story 'The Most Beautiful Place in the World'?

• Joyful

• Melancholic

• Optimistic

• Pessimistic

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

In 'The Most Beautiful Place in the World,' what obstacle does Juan face in pursuing his education?

• Lack of interest

• Financial difficulties

• Health issues

• Family opposition

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which sentence from 'The Most Beautiful Place in the World' best illustrates the theme of perseverance?

• Juan gave up easily when things got tough.

• Juan worked hard despite the challenges.

• Juan didn't care about his future.

• Juan was always looking for shortcuts.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2