The Lottery Quiz

Where does this story take place?

• Russia

• USA

• China

• Brazil

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which best describes Ivan and Masha Dmitritch's financial position at the start of the text?

• They have everything that they need.

• They are in debt.

• They are wealthy beyond measure.

• They are struggling to make ends meet.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the name of Ivan's wife?

• Masha

• Anna

• Olga

• Nina

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Who is Anton Chekhov?

• the author

• a famous painter

• a renowned scientist

• a historical figure

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Which statement best expresses a theme in this text?

• Money doesn't buy happiness.

• Happiness is found in material wealth.

• The more money you have, the happier you are.

• Wealth guarantees satisfaction.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which is the final conclusion of the story?

• Just the thought of money can bring out the worst in people.

• Money is the root of all happiness.

• People are inherently good regardless of circumstances.

• Wealth always leads to corruption.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does 'skepticism' mean?

• doubt or disbelief

• certainty

• trust

• acceptance

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does 'begrudge' mean?

• to give reluctantly

• to give willingly

• to take eagerly

• to refuse entirely

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which best expresses how the lottery ticket affects Ivan's opinion of his wife?

• He becomes resentful of her and finds her unattractive.

• He becomes more affectionate towards her.

• He feels indifferent towards her.

• He appreciates her more.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3