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The Whisper in the West Wing - Narrator vs. character perspective (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 does Fletcher say to show he is not afraid when they first enter the West Wing?
"It's... bigger than I remember."
"I'm not scared of some old ghost story about a librarian."
"Let's get out of here."
"What was that?"
Answer explanation
The text directly quotes Fletcher saying, "I'm not scared of some old ghost story about a librarian," to show his supposed bravery.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Fletcher's dialogue, "This is boring anyway," reveal about his true feelings?
He is genuinely not interested in the library.
He is trying to impress Lorraine with his attitude.
He is angry that Lorraine is scared.
He is making an excuse to leave because he is frightened.
Answer explanation
The narrator observes the "panic in his eyes" and concludes, "He just wanted an excuse to leave." This shows his words are meant to hide his fear, not express boredom.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the narrator, what does Fletcher do right before he suggests leaving?
He puffs out his chest.
He points his light at the bookshelves.
He takes a step toward the door.
He whispers that the wind doesn't scratch.
Answer explanation
The passage states, "'Wind doesn't scratch,' Fletcher whispered back, taking a step toward the door." This action happens immediately before he says they should leave.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does the narrator, Lorraine, most likely say the scratching sound is "probably just the wind"?
Because she truly believes it is the wind.
To make Fletcher feel less scared.
To try to calm her own fear.
Because she wants to end the argument and leave.
Answer explanation
The narrator's internal thoughts show she is very scared ("My own fear felt like a cold stone in my stomach"). Saying the noise is the wind is a way she tries to convince herself, and Fletcher, that there is a normal explanation, even though she knows it's not true.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the final reason Lorraine gives for wanting to stay?
She thinks someone might be hurt or trapped.
She wants to prove to Fletcher that she is brave.
She is no longer scared of the noise.
She wants to solve the mystery of the ghost librarian.
Answer explanation
After hearing a whimper, Lorraine's motivation shifts. She says, "What if someone's hurt? Or something is trapped? We can't just leave." This shows her concern overcoming her fear.
6.
CATEGORIZE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Categorize the following phrases from the story based on whether they describe Lorraine's internal feelings or her spoken words.
Groups:
(a) Lorraine's Internal Feelings
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(b) Lorraine's Spoken Words
"It's... bigger than I remember."
"It's probably just the wind."
My fear felt like a cold stone.
My heart hammered against my ribs.
"What if someone's hurt?"
A shiver went down my spine.
Answer explanation
This categorization separates the narrator's private thoughts and feelings, which show her fear, from the words she speaks out loud, which show her attempts to be calm and later, her courage and concern for others.
7.
MATCH QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Match each character's dialogue with the main motivation behind it.
To hide fear by acting tough.
"Let's get out of here. This is boring anyway."
To express genuine awe and nervousness.
"Wait... What if someone's hurt?"
To show concern for others despite being afraid.
"I'm not scared of some old ghost story..."
To create an excuse to escape a scary situation.
"It's... bigger than I remember."
Answer explanation
Fletcher's first line is to act tough. Lorraine's line shows her feeling overwhelmed. Fletcher's second line is an excuse to hide his fear. Lorraine's final line shows her moral courage in prioritizing helping others over her own fear.
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