Pac-Man

Part A: From the informational in the article, the reader can tell/infer that the owners of Namco --

• thought Pac-Man would never catch on.

• wanted to make money off of Pac-Man's success.

• also wanted to diversify video games.

• were excited about Pac-Man launching overseas.

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Part B: What evidence below supports the correct answer to part A?

• As it spread from Japan to the rest of the world, Namco even began co-creating versions of the game with other companies.

• It all started with a Japanese company called Namco.

• Namco began marketing Pac-Man in 1980.

• Iwatani wanted to diversify the world of gaming and make it more appealing to more people.

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Which sentence BEST fits the empty box?

• Pac Man was drawn in a very specific way.

• Iwatani created a yellow character for his game.

• Pac-Man primarily matches Japanese animation techniques

• Iwatani believe that game characters should look familiar

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What is the main theme of the game Pac-Man?

• A) Adventure

• B) Survival

• C) Strategy

• D) Puzzle

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Which of the following best describes Pac-Man's character in the game?

• A) A hero on a quest

• B) A creature avoiding danger

• C) A warrior in battle

• D) A detective solving mysteries

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In the context of Pac-Man, what does the term 'ghost' refer to?

• A) A friendly guide

• B) An obstacle to avoid

• C) A power-up

• D) A level boss

What is the primary objective in the game Pac-Man?

• A) To collect treasures

• B) To defeat enemies

• C) To eat all the dots

• D) To solve puzzles

Which of the following is a synonym for 'maze' as used in the context of Pac-Man?

• A) Labyrinth

• B) Pathway

• C) Corridor

• D) Avenue

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What literary device is used in the name 'Pac-Man'?

• A) Alliteration

• B) Metaphor

• C) Onomatopoeia

• D) Simile

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Which sentence correctly uses the word 'consume' in the context of Pac-Man?

• A) Pac-Man consumes the ghosts to win the game.

• B) Pac-Man consumes the dots to clear the level.

• C) Pac-Man consumes the maze to find the exit.

• D) Pac-Man consumes the power-ups to lose points.

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