"From the Last Wild Place"/ "A Wave of Day"

Which of the following best explains why Chip and Luther stopped exploring the woods beyond the pasture?

• They became lost and could not find their way back.

• They were scared by a dangerous animal.

• They got stuck in the mud and saw a poisonous snake.

• They did not want to damage the environment.

What lesson did Chip teach Luther about the coral snake?

• To avoid snakes in general, regardless of their color.

• To distinguish between poisonous and non-poisonous snakes based on their colored bands.

• To always admire snakes from a distance without getting too close.

• To respect all wildlife, even if it is dangerous.

Which of the following can be inferred about Chip and Luther’s relationship with the rabbits on the farm?

• They are afraid of the rabbits and try to avoid them.

• They regularly feed and observe the rabbits, showing interest in them.

• They chase the rabbits for fun, trying to catch them.

• They believe the rabbits are dangerous and should be avoided.

What is the main reason Chip and Luther use the loft to count rabbits?

• The loft provides a better view of the surrounding area.

• The loft is a safer place to trap the rabbits.

• They want to be closer to the rabbits when they’re feeding.

• The loft allows them to spot the rabbits from a distance.

In paragraph 5, the author describes the view from the loft as "flat as land could get." What is the purpose of this description?

• To explain why the boys enjoy visiting the loft.

• To show how difficult it is for the boys to see anything from the loft.

• To give readers an idea of the setting and landscape in South Florida.

• To emphasize how the flatness of the land affects the boys' exploration.

Why does Chip believe more rabbits will come after Luther comments that there are "not as many as usual"?

• Chip has seen more rabbits appear when they wait longer in the past.

• Chip is convinced the rabbits are hiding and will come out soon.

• Chip believes that putting out grain will attract more rabbits.

• Chip knows that rabbits usually come out at night, not during the day.

Which of the following best describes the narrator’s relationship with her brother, Xavier?

• They are just starting to get to know each other.

• They are close, and the narrator is excited to spend time with him.

• The narrator is frustrated because Xavier is not spending enough time with her.

• The narrator does not care whether Xavier is home or not.

What is the main theme of the poem A Wave of a Day?

• The importance of being alone to think and reflect.

• The excitement and joy of learning something new with a loved one.

• The difficulty of learning a new skill and overcoming challenges.

• The narrator’s fear of going into the water and surfing.

What can you infer about the narrator’s feelings when Xavier says, "I’ll watch you right here from the sand" (line 24)?

• She feels nervous because she is going to surf alone.

• She feels confident and ready to try surfing on her own.

• She feels upset because Xavier is not going to surf with her.

• She feels scared because she doesn't know how to surf yet.

What does the word "mesmerizing" in line 4 suggest about Xavier’s surfing skills?

• His skills are so amazing that they capture the narrator’s attention.

• His skills are difficult to understand.

• His skills are only average.

• His skills are unimpressive and unremarkable.