Keeping Up with the Joneses

What does the phrase 'Keeping Up with the Joneses' mean?

• Competing with neighbors in terms of social status and material goods

• Maintaining a good relationship with neighbors

• Avoiding conflicts with neighbors

• Helping neighbors in times of need

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Which of the following best describes the theme of 'Keeping Up with the Joneses'?

• Contentment

• Jealousy

• Competition

• Generosity

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

In the context of 'Keeping Up with the Joneses', what does the word 'Joneses' refer to?

• A specific family

• A general term for neighbors

• A famous celebrity

• A fictional character

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CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Which literary device is primarily used in the phrase 'Keeping Up with the Joneses'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Alliteration

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.RL.2.4

What is the main consequence of 'Keeping Up with the Joneses'?

• Financial strain

• Improved relationships

• Increased happiness

• Better health

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following is a synonym for 'Keeping Up with the Joneses'?

• Emulating

• Competing

• Imitating

• Surpassing

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

How does 'Keeping Up with the Joneses' affect personal satisfaction?

• Increases satisfaction

• Decreases satisfaction

• Has no effect

• Varies by individual

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the origin of the phrase 'Keeping Up with the Joneses'?

• A comic strip

• A novel

• A movie

• A song

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

Which of the following is an example of 'Keeping Up with the Joneses'?

• Buying a new car because your neighbor did

• Helping a neighbor with groceries

• Ignoring your neighbor's new purchase

• Complimenting your neighbor's garden

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What is the tone of the phrase 'Keeping Up with the Joneses'?

• Positive

• Negative

• Neutral

• Humorous

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4