Journeys: Sarah, Plain and Tall Grammar

How did Sarah explain herself so Papa would know who she was at the train station?

• She was plain.

• She was tall.

• She would wear a yellow bonnet.

• All of the answers are correct.

What is the main theme of 'Sarah, Plain and Tall'?

• Family and belonging

• Adventure and exploration

• Mystery and suspense

• Science and technology

Which word best describes Sarah in the story?

• Timid

• Outgoing

• Plain

• Tall

What is the setting of 'Sarah, Plain and Tall'?

• A bustling city

• A quiet farm

• A sandy beach

• A snowy mountain

Which of the following is a synonym for 'plain' as used in the title 'Sarah, Plain and Tall'?

• Beautiful

• Simple

• Complex

• Colorful

What does Sarah miss the most from her home in Maine?

• The mountains

• The sea

• The desert

• The forest

How does Sarah show her independence in the story?

• By staying silent

• By writing letters

• By learning to drive

• By helping with farm work

What literary device is used when describing the prairie in 'Sarah, Plain and Tall'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Hyperbole

Which character trait best describes Papa in the story?

• Impatient

• Kind

• Arrogant

• Lazy

What is the climax of 'Sarah, Plain and Tall'?

• Sarah arrives at the farm

• Sarah leaves for Maine

• Sarah decides to stay

• Sarah writes a letter