Peace and Quiet

Read the passage 'Peace and Quiet'. What is the main reason Desha goes to the forest's edge?

• To play basketball

• To find peace and quiet

• To meet her brother

• To write in her journal

Read the passage 'Peace and Quiet'. Desha feels ___ when she first sits on her special rock.

• happy

• sad

• anxious

• calm

Read the passage 'Peace and Quiet'. Why does Desha complain to her brother James?

• Because he is playing loud music

• Because he is watching a game

• Because he interrupted her peace

• Because he took her guitar

Read the passage 'Peace and Quiet'. What does Desha want to do when she goes to her room?

• Read a book

• Listen to music

• Take a nap

• Do homework

Read the passage 'Peace and Quiet'. What does James think about having a big family?

• It's fun

• It's tough

• It's boring

• It's exciting

What does James miss about having his own room?

• The privacy it offers

• The space to keep his things

• The quiet environment

• The ability to decorate it as he likes

The narrator feels a trace of bitterness when talking about having their own room because:

• they enjoy sharing spaces with others.

• they associate the room with loneliness.

• they dislike the color of the room.

• they have to clean it themselves.

What does James suggest as a solitary place for the narrator?

• A quiet library

• A secluded beach

• A mountain cabin

• A hidden garden

Based on the passage, James thinks the spot is great for getting away because:

• it is secluded and peaceful.

• it is close to the city.

• it has a lot of activities.

• it is popular among tourists.

What instrument did James play before he went for the drums?

• Guitar

• Piano

• Violin

• Flute