Comprehension and Interpretation Quiz

What is the best objective summary of the text?

• The Wright brothers were criticized by many people, but they eventually proved everyone wrong by becoming rich.

• The Wright brothers' first flight was a huge event that immediately changed travel forever.

• The Wright brothers’ efforts led to the first powered flight and helped launch the modern age of aviation.

• The Wright brothers were the first people to live in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina.

What is the most objective summary of this text?

• Technology is ruining the way students learn and should be removed from classrooms.

• Some people love technology in education, while others hate it.

• Digital tools are becoming common in education and have both benefits and drawbacks.

• Using technology in school is the only way to help students succeed.

What can you most likely conclude about the role of urban gardens in city communities?

• Urban gardens are replacing grocery stores in most cities.

• Urban gardens are improving both access to food and social connections in neighborhoods.

• Urban gardens are a temporary trend that will soon fade.

• Urban gardens are required in every neighborhood by law.

Which sentence best summarizes the main idea of the passage?

• Coral reefs are beautiful, colorful ecosystems that people enjoy visiting.

• Coral reefs are small in size but play a huge role in marine life and are currently endangered.

• Coral reefs are safe from damage and will continue to thrive with no effort.

• Coral reefs cover most of the ocean floor and don’t need protection.

What is the deeper meaning, or allegory, of this story?

• Seeds must grow quickly before birds eat them.

• Fear of the unknown can prevent people from reaching their potential.

• Flowers are stronger than seeds.

• It's important to stay hidden to avoid danger.

What is Jalen’s epiphany in the story?

• He realizes his coach should have put someone else in the game.

• He realizes that hard work doesn’t always pay off.

• He realizes that inspiring others can be just as meaningful as winning.

• He realizes he wants to quit soccer forever.

Which part of the text is an example of a flashforward?

• Lena standing center stage during rehearsal.

• The orchestra playing its final notes.

• Lena imagining the crowd cheering and her name glowing on the playbill.

• Lena staying to run the scene again.

What does the red balloon most likely symbolize in this image?

• The girl's desire to escape from the dull world around her.

• A warning of danger coming from the storm.

• The pollution caused by balloons in urban areas.

• A signal that the girl is lost in the city.