Refugees' Journey Quiz

Which sentence from the text best summarizes the central idea of the passage?

• The refugees were desperate to escape their war-torn homeland and reach a safe haven in Europe.

• Mahmoud and his family were among many refugees who risked their lives to cross the Mediterranean Sea.

• The journey was dangerous and difficult, but the refugees were determined to reach their destination.

• The smugglers who transported the refugees were not always reliable or trustworthy.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

How does the author convey the central idea through the text?

• The author uses vivid imagery and descriptive language to paint a picture of the refugees' perilous journey.

• The author focuses on the physical challenges of the journey, such as the rough seas and the lack of food and water.

• The author highlights the emotional toll of the journey, such as the fear, anxiety, and desperation of the refugees.

• All of the above.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

What theme is central to the text, and how is it developed by the author?

• The theme of hope is central to the text, and it is developed through the refugees' determination to reach Europe despite the dangers.

• The theme of desperation is central to the text, and it is developed through the refugees' willingness to risk their lives for a better future.

• The theme of resilience is central to the text, and it is developed through the refugees' ability to overcome adversity and persevere in the face of danger.

• All of the above.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

How does the author use examples in the text to convey the central idea?

• The author uses examples of the refugees' experiences, such as their journey on the raft and their encounters with the smugglers, to show the dangers and hardships they face.

• The author uses examples of the refugees' hopes and dreams, such as their desire for a better life in Europe, to show their motivation for taking such risks.

• The author uses examples of the refugees' resilience and determination, such as their willingness to endure the harsh conditions and their refusal to give up hope, to show their strength in the face of adversity.

• All of the above.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Which of the following statements is a personal opinion rather than a summary of the text?

• The refugees' journey was a dangerous and difficult one, but they were determined to reach their destination.

• The smugglers who transported the refugees were not always reliable or trustworthy.

• The refugees' journey was a testament to the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity.

• The refugees' journey was a reminder of the importance of hope and resilience in the face of hardship.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

In the passage, the phrase "the ocean could open its mouth and swallow him" is an example of which type of figurative language?

• Personification

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

As it is used in the passage, the word "dwindled" most closely means which of the following?

• Increased

• Decreased

• Remained the same

• Changed direction

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which of the following details from the text is least important in supporting the central idea of the refugees' desperate journey?

• The refugees were mostly young men, but there were families too.

• The smugglers who transported the refugees were not always reliable or trustworthy.

• The refugees were determined to reach Europe despite the dangers.

• The refugees carried whatever they owned in their pockets.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

How could the text be summarized to reflect the central idea while omitting specific examples and personal opinions?

• The text describes the dangerous and difficult journey of refugees fleeing their war-torn homeland.

• The text explores the challenges and hardships faced by refugees seeking a better life in Europe.

• The text highlights the importance of hope and resilience in the face of adversity.

• The text emphasizes the dangers of human trafficking and the exploitation of refugees.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

What is the author's primary purpose in writing this text about Mahmoud's journey?

• To inform readers about the dangers and hardships faced by refugees.

• To persuade readers to support efforts to help refugees.

• To entertain readers with a story about a refugee's journey.

• To criticize the smugglers who exploit refugees.

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CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6