Step Right Up! Drama Questions

How does Scene 2 differ from Scene 1?

• Scene 2 takes place in a new location.

• Scene 2 includes more characters.

• Scene 2 includes stage directions.

• Scene 2 is shorter.

In paragraph 4, the word impress means to –

• make yourself look good to someone

• make a mark or design on an object

• stress the importance of something

• urge someone to do something

How are Scene 1 and Scene 2 alike?

• They have the same number of speaking lines for Anthony.

• They have the same number of speaking lines for Travis.

• They have the same setting.

• They have the same stage directions.

Which of these events resolves the Carnival Barker's conflict in this play?

• A. Anthony walks away from the game.

• B. Anthony hits the Carnival Barker with a ball.

• C. Anthony decides to play the game.

• D. Anthony speaks with the Carnival Barker.

What can the reader conclude from paragraph 22?

• The Carnival Barker wants Anthony to win a prize.

• The Carnival Barker wants to help Anthony impress his mom.

• The Carnival Barker wants to help Anthony impress Travis.

• The Carnival Barker only cares about money.

The author’s use of figurative language in paragraph 25 emphasizes that –

• the Carnival Barker thinks Anthony has bad aim

• the Carnival Barker thinks Anthony is a chicken

• the Carnival Barker thinks Anthony is a cheapskate

• the Carnival Barker thinks Anthony is a bad friend

Which sentence best summarizes Scene 1?

• A. Anthony finds a carnival game, but he does not have enough money to play it.

• B. Anthony does not have enough money to play a carnival game, so the Carnival Barker makes him a special offer.

• C. The Carnival Barker tries to convince Anthony to play a game, but Anthony and his friend, Travis, refuse.

• D. The Carnival Barker tries to convince Travis to play a game, but the Carnival Barker soon discovers that Travis has a broken arm.

Which word means the same as the word sinister in paragraph 29?

• Wicked

• Pleasant

• Hopeful

• Trustworthy

Why does the last paragraph most likely include stage directions for the Carnival Barker to rub his head?

• To show that he is confused

• To show that he is thinking

• To show that he amazed

• To show that his head hurts

What is the theme of this play?

• Be careful what you ask for.

• Always be prepared.

• Honesty is the best policy.

• Slow and steady wins the race.