The Money Jar - Dialogue revealing thoughts and motivation (Grade 6)
Passage
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English
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6th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
Angela Lock
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8 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What exact words does Sean use to describe his broken car?
"It's broken."
"The wheels won't turn."
"Zoomer's sick."
"A brand new Zoomer!"
Answer explanation
The passage states, '"Zoomer's sick," Sean whispered, his lip trembling.' The other options are either descriptions from the narrator or what Sean says about his new toy.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Kyra first say to her mom when she brings her the money jar?
"The Turbo Racer."
"Zoomer's sick."
"Can you help me order something online? It's a surprise."
"His birthday is next week."
Answer explanation
The passage states, '"Mom," I said, trying to keep my voice steady. "Can you help me order something online? It's a surprise."' This is her initial request before she reveals what she is buying.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The dialogue Kyra overhears between her parents helps the reader understand that Kyra decides to buy the toy because...
her parents told her to buy it.
she realizes her parents cannot afford the gift Sean wants.
she does not want her art set anymore.
she feels guilty for breaking the old toy.
Answer explanation
Her dad's dialogue, '...after the water heater broke, we just can't,' directly tells Kyra (and the reader) that they do not have the money for the toy, which motivates her to use her own savings.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the dialogue Kyra overhears, what reason does her dad give for not being able to afford the new toy?
The water heater broke.
The family car needed a repair.
They were saving for a vacation.
Sean had been misbehaving.
Answer explanation
The text says, '"I know," Dad sighed. "But after the water heater broke, we just can't."' This is the specific reason he gives for the family's tight budget.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Mom's final statement, "Your heart is bigger than any art set," reveal about her feelings?
She is disappointed that Kyra spent her money.
She thinks art sets are a waste of money.
She will buy Kyra the art set to replace the money.
She is proud of Kyra's selfless and kind choice.
Answer explanation
The phrase 'Your heart is bigger' is a way of expressing admiration for someone's kindness and generosity. It shows she values Kyra's character more than the material item she gave up.
6.
CATEGORIZE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The characters' words and thoughts reveal their motivations. Categorize the following items based on the motivation they show.
Groups:
(a) Motivation: Wanting Something for Oneself
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(b) Motivation: Wanting to Help Someone Else
"Only ten more dollars until I could buy the 120-piece deluxe art set."
"The Turbo Racer," I mumbled...
"Maybe we can find a used one."
I could almost smell the new crayons and feel the smooth paper.
"He wants that new 'Turbo Racer' so badly."
"Can you help me order something online? It's a surprise."
Answer explanation
The first and fifth items show Kyra's personal desire for the art set. The other four items show motivations centered on Sean's happiness: Mom expressing his wish, Dad trying to find a solution, and Kyra taking action to buy the gift.
7.
MATCH QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Match the line of dialogue to the primary feeling or motivation it reveals about the speaker.
Pure joy and excitement
"Zoomer's sick."
Sadness and loss
"A brand new Zoomer! He's all better!"
Worry and financial stress
"But after the water heater broke, we just can't."
Pride and admiration
"Your heart is bigger than any art set."
Answer explanation
Sean's line 'Zoomer's sick' shows his sadness. Dad's line 'we just can't' reveals his financial worry. Sean's exclamation 'A brand new Zoomer!' expresses his joy. Mom's final line to Kyra shows her pride and admiration for her daughter's sacrifice.
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