Peak and Prairie MAAP Review

What is a theme of the passage?

• Taking care of animals is praiseworthy.

• Compassion often generates bravery.

• Grief is often experienced in waves.

• Standing up to authority can be difficult.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

Which quotation from the passage supports the answer in Part A?

• A. “This was the phrase the minister used at Willie’s funeral, and it had been peculiarly comforting to the bereaved mother. With this abiding consolation in her heart, Willie’s mother could face the shining Peak day after day and month after month...” (paragraph 2)

• B. “The dog proved to be a small white collie, and as she came up with him he gave her an appealing look out of his great brown eyes, which filled her with compassion and outrage.” (paragraph 7)

• C. “Had she still been unsure, this mute appeal would have been irresistible, and suddenly feeling as bold as a lion she stepped up to the desk where the city marshal was throned, and demanded a license for the white dog.” (paragraph 26)

• D. “Then her agitated little beneficiary was untied from the chair leg, the rope which bound him was put into her hands, and with a polite courtesy Mrs. Tarbell turned to go.” (paragraph 26)

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.W.6.9A

To what is the author referring by the phrase “friendly giant” in paragraph 1?

• a hefty dog

• an immense hat

• a large mountain

• an oversized garden

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CCSS.RL.6.4

How do the details in paragraphs 1-5 develop a central idea of the passage?

• They tell why Mrs. Nancy Tarbell is cautious about spending her last two silver dollars.

• They explain the way Mrs. Nancy Tarbell feels about Colorado.

• They show that Mrs. Nancy Tarbell is lonely and in need of a companion after her son’s death.

• They suggest that Mrs. Nancy Tarbell would sacrifice her own comfort and happiness for others.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is the meaning of the figurative language?

• A. Mrs. Nancy Tarbell was out of breath.

• B. Mrs. Nancy Tarbell was upset.

• C. Mrs. Nancy Tarbell was nervous.

• D. Mrs. Nancy Tarbell was annoyed.

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.L.6.5A

How does the dialogue in paragraphs 8-22 develop the plot?

• It creates conflict by contrasting the man’s rough treatment of the dog with Mrs. Nancy Tarbell’s sympathy.

• It indicates the depth of the financial struggles Mrs. Nancy Tarbell is facing.

• It builds suspense by positioning the potentially dangerous dog in the path of Mrs. Nancy Tarbell.

• It proves that Mrs. Nancy Tarbell is hopelessly lonely in Colorado.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

Which two phrases from paragraph 25 provide context for the meaning of the word daunted?

• ...a certain amount of resolution...

• ...the sinister-looking door...

• ...group of men lounging in the office...

• ...inquisitive glances...

• ...a dejected bunch of whitish hair...

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.L.6.4A

Which two quotations from the passage provide evidence that Mrs. Nancy Tarbell may be homesick?

• “The sound of it brought a wistful look into the cheerful old face. It made Mrs. Nancy think of the happy little brook in the pasture behind the house at home—at home, in far New England.” (paragraph 1)

• “The old homestead had been sold, and with the meager proceeds she had paid their way across the prairies, and had bought a little house and a lot of land on the outskirts of Springtown, while Willie looked about him for something to do.” (paragraph 2)

• “With this abiding consolation in her heart, Willie’s mother could face the shining Peak day after day and month after month with a countenance as brave and cheerful as his own.” (paragraph 2)

• “They were the willing servants that would one day carry her eastward, miles upon miles, hours upon hours—eastward to the old home, within smell of the salt air, where there were familiar faces to welcome her and familiar voices too.” (paragraph 5)

• “She had arrived in the business part of the town, where wagons and foot-passengers thronged at this hour of the morning. She willingly let them divert her thoughts. She liked the bustle and hurry of the scene.” (paragraph 6)

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.W.6.9A

How does the author develop the point of view of Mrs. Nancy Tarbell in the passage?

• by using figurative language to illustrate her observations and actions

• by contrasting her background with her present circumstances

• by conveying her thoughts and feelings through the narration

• by using dialogue with the rough-looking man to reveal her internal struggle

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CCSS.RL.6.6

Look at the picture of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. How does the picture help the reader understand the setting of the passage?

• by showing City Hall in Springtown

• by showing the business part of a mountain town

• by showing Mrs. Nancy Tarbell’s home on the coast

• by showing the large scale of a mountain as compared to a home

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CCSS.RI.6.7