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The Lighthouse Ghost Light - Comparing and contrasting characters (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 Ira say they did the last time they saw the strange light?
They took a picture.
They ran away.
They tried to touch it.
They hid at the bottom of the stairs.
Answer explanation
In the first paragraph, Ira says, 'Remember last time? That strange light, the cold… we just ran.' This directly states their action during the previous visit.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to Riley, what is their plan for this visit?
To trap the light in a jar.
To run away faster than last time.
To be ready to observe the light instead of just reacting.
To call for help as soon as the light appears.
Answer explanation
In the fourth paragraph, Riley says, 'This time, we have a plan. We’ll be ready to observe, not just react.'
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main difference between how Riley and Ira view their past failure?
Riley is angry about it, while Ira is embarrassed.
Riley has forgotten it, while Ira remembers every detail.
Riley sees it as a lesson, while Ira sees it as a warning.
Both characters think the failure was not a big deal.
Answer explanation
The passage states, 'For Riley, the past failure was a lesson. For Ira, it was a warning.' This shows the core difference in their perspectives.
4.
CATEGORIZE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Categorize the following quotes and actions based on the character who said or did them.
Groups:
(a) Riley's Actions/Words
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(b) Ira's Actions/Words
Said 'What if we fail again?'
Said 'This time, we have a plan.'
Took a cautious step toward the light.
Said 'Let’s go!' upon seeing the light.
Felt a 'knot of old fear'.
Believes they failed because they 'let fear win'.
Answer explanation
The items are sorted based on which character's perspective, dialogue, or actions they represent. Riley's items show resilience and a desire to face the mystery, while Ira's items show fear and a desire to retreat.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which character's dialogue shows more hesitation and fear?
Riley, because they keep talking about a plan.
Ira, because they ask questions like 'What if we fail again?'.
Both characters, because they both remember the last time.
Neither character, because they both enter the lighthouse.
Answer explanation
Ira's dialogue, including 'I don’t know, Riley,' and 'What if we fail again?', reveals their fear and hesitation, contrasting with Riley's confident statements.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is Riley's immediate reaction when the blue light appears?
They tell Ira to wait and not run away.
They gasp and take a step back.
They immediately run down the stairs.
They try to turn on the big lamp.
Answer explanation
When the light appears and Ira says, 'Let's go!', Riley responds, 'No, wait,' and holds out a hand, showing a calm and controlled reaction.
7.
MATCH QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Match each line of dialogue to the motivation it reveals.
Expressing lingering fear from a past event.
“We failed last time because we let fear win.”
An immediate reaction to panic and escape.
“I’m still scared.”
A determination to succeed and gain knowledge.
“It’s here! Just like before. Let’s go!”
Analyzing a past failure to find a lesson.
“This time, we learn.”
Answer explanation
Each line of dialogue directly corresponds to a specific motivation or feeling. Ira's admission of being scared shows their lingering fear. Riley's analysis of the past failure shows their resilient mindset. Ira's exclamation is a panic reaction. Riley's final statement shows their determination to learn from the experience.
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