The Dust Between the Floorboards - Character archetypes (Grade 7)
Passage
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English
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7th 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 does Preston's line, 'Smarter? Georgia, it's a mountain of dirt. You can't outsmart it,' reveal about his character archetype?
He is a villain who wants his sister to fail.
He is a realist who feels overwhelmed and sees the problem as unbeatable.
He is a mentor who is trying to teach Georgia a lesson.
He is a trickster who is playing a joke on his sister.
Answer explanation
Preston's dialogue shows that he sees the situation practically and feels that their small efforts are useless against such a large problem. This reflects the archetype of a realist or skeptic who is grounded in the harsh facts of their situation.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What specific action does Georgia take to prepare for the dust storm?
She boards up the windows.
She places wet cloths in the cracks of windows and doors.
She moves the furniture to the center of the room.
She starts packing their belongings to leave.
Answer explanation
The passage states, 'If we seal the windows and doors with wet cloths, it will catch some of the dust.' This is the specific action she takes to adapt to the coming storm.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Whose words does Georgia use to support her belief that the family should stay and adapt?
Her mother's
Her neighbor's
Her Papa's
Her own idea
Answer explanation
The passage directly quotes Georgia saying, 'Papa said we're farmers. We adapt. That's what we do.'
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Based on her dialogue and actions, Georgia best represents the archetype of a...
Damsel in distress waiting for help.
Rebel who is angry at her family.
Wise elder who has seen everything.
Hopeful hero who refuses to give up.
Answer explanation
Georgia's dialogue, such as 'We just have to be smarter than the dust' and 'It's only losing if we stop trying,' shows her determination and hopeful spirit. She takes action to solve a problem, which is a key trait of a hero archetype.
5.
CATEGORIZE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Categorize the following character traits and beliefs based on which character they represent in the passage.
Groups:
(a) Georgia (The Adapter)
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(b) Preston (The Realist)
Shows stubborn determination
Uses family wisdom as motivation
Believes in taking small, practical actions
Feels the problem is too big to fight
Feels the situation is hopeless
Thinks leaving is the only answer
Answer explanation
The items are sorted based on the dialogue and descriptions of each character. Georgia's actions and words show her determination and belief in adapting, while Preston's dialogue reveals his feelings of hopelessness and his belief that the problem is too large to overcome.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main reason for the conflict in the dialogue between Georgia and Preston?
They have different ideas about whether they can survive by adapting or if they must leave.
They are arguing about who is responsible for cleaning the house.
Preston is upset that Georgia is using up their precious water.
Georgia doesn't believe that a dust storm is actually coming.
Answer explanation
The core of their conversation is Preston's belief that they should leave ('We should have left') and Georgia's insistence that they can adapt and stay ('Leaving isn't the answer').
7.
MATCH QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Match each line of dialogue to the character motivation it most clearly reveals.
A motivation shaped by defeat and despair.
"This is just losing."
A motivation to honor family identity and values.
"Papa said we're farmers. We adapt."
A motivation to find a clever solution.
"We just have to be smarter than the dust."
A motivation to give in without sharing the hope.
"Fine. But don't expect it to work miracles."
Answer explanation
Each line of dialogue reveals a core motivation. 'Smarter than the dust' shows Georgia's problem-solving drive. 'This is just losing' shows Preston's feeling of defeat. Quoting 'Papa' shows Georgia's connection to family values. Preston's final line, 'Fine,' shows he is agreeing to the action but not to the hope behind it.
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