7th ELA Unit 6 Test

What information from the dialogue in The Other Side of Courage indicates that the story is set in the early 1900s?

• It is necessary for doctors to train.

• Emily is the only female medical student at the university.

• It is considered common for a woman to practice medicine.

• Elizabeth treats patients who are unable to pay for their care.

Based on the context, what is the meaning of the word caseload in this sentence?

• A. illness of patients

• B. number of patients

• C. amount of hours worked

• D. type of medicine provided

In The Other Side of Courage, what inference can be made about why Elizabeth continues to practice medicine despite receiving several threats?

• She is dedicated to treating her patients.

• She plans to expand her medical practice.

• She wants her sister to join her in the practice.

Which quote from The Other Side of Courage best supports the answer to Part A?

• A. “I still don’t understand what those in high positions find so objectionable about a woman practicing medicine.” (paragraph 17)

• B. “But it doesn’t matter if people believe those lies, the poor don’t, Emily, and that’s who we’re serving . . .” (paragraph 21)

• C. “It’s just that I’m afraid you may be pushing yourself too hard.” (paragraph 32)

Read this sentence from paragraph 27 from The Other Side of Courage. “No, what I’m saying is that I foresee the day when I will need to enlarge this little operation of mine into something bigger and by then you will have finished your training and may want to join me in this growing venture.” What does this sentence suggest about Elizabeth’s feelings toward Emily?

• Elizabeth believes that Emily will be a better doctor than she is.

• Elizabeth thinks that Emily is more talented than she is.

• Elizabeth needs to grow her business with Emily.

• Elizabeth does not trust Emily.

What is the effect of the use of dialogue in The Other Side of Courage?

• It paints a vivid picture of the location.

• It tells the reader where the story is set.

• It adds humor and excitement to the story.

• It reveals thoughts and feelings of the characters.

What is a theme of The Other Side of Courage?

• Courage and determination make difficult accomplishments possible.

• Loyalty and intelligence are important qualities during a crisis.

• Patients should be treated by physicians with proper training.

What is the key idea of the article "Elizabeth Blackwell, Doctor"?

• A. Elizabeth Blackwell always wanted to become a doctor.

• B. Elizabeth Blackwell had to travel to continue her medical studies.

• C. Elizabeth Blackwell rarely met supportive teachers at medical school.

• D. Elizabeth Blackwell had to overcome prejudice to become a doctor.

Which detail from the article, "Elizabeth Blackwell, Doctor" best supports the key idea identified in Part A?

• A. She decided to overcome her fears and become a doctor. (paragraph 2)

• B. She faced hostility from students at school and people in town. (paragraph 4)

• C. First, she worked in a Paris maternity hospital where she became a skilled obstetrician. (paragraph 6)

• D. She helped start the London School of Medicine for Women. (paragraph 8)

Based on this information, what is the meaning of hostility as it’s used in this sentence?

• A. fear

• B. sadness

• C. conflict