An Indian Father's Plea

An Indian Father's Plea

Assessment

Passage

English

9th Grade

Medium

Created by

Ann Newhouse

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In paragraph 5, how does the author use logos to counter the point made by the opposition about Wind-Wolf's education?

By highlighting Wind-Wolf's exposure to diverse cultural experiences

By emphasizing Wind-Wolf's slow motor-skill development

By describing Wind-Wolf's lack of interest in Western education

By pointing out Wind-Wolf's inability to adapt to new cultural systems

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What specific goals does Lake hope to accomplish by writing his son's teacher in an open letter?

To criticize the teacher's methods

To seek understanding and cooperation

To demand immediate changes in the curriculum

To highlight the superiority of Native American culture

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In paragraph 12, what evidence does the author present to support his overall claim about Wind-Wolf's intelligence?

Wind-Wolf's ability to count different kinds of birds

Wind-Wolf's fluency in several Indian languages

Wind-Wolf's participation in sacred ceremonies

Wind-Wolf's knowledge of Western mathematics

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What reason does the author give in paragraph 10 for why his son is struggling in school?

Wind-Wolf's cultural background is different from his peers

Wind-Wolf lacks interest in learning

Wind-Wolf is not fluent in English

Wind-Wolf is not used to the classroom environment

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has kindergarten affected Wind-Wolf, according to the passage?

He feels ashamed of his heritage

He has become more confident

He has developed new friendships

He has improved his academic skills