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The Echoes of the Null-Zone - Connotation and Denotation in literary text (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
At the beginning of the story, what word does Ronan use to describe their situation?
a puzzle
a disaster
a lesson
a cage
Answer explanation
In the second paragraph, Ronan says, 'This is a disaster,' showing his negative view of their situation.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When Ronan says his strength is 'a whisper', what does this phrase mean?
His voice has become quiet.
He has to be silent to use his powers.
His power has become extremely weak.
He is telling a secret to Tegan.
Answer explanation
The word 'whisper' is used here to mean a very small or faint amount of something. Ronan is saying his super strength, which is usually powerful, is now very weak in the Null-Zone.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What object does Tegan use to prove they can be 'resourceful'?
A piece of rope
A large rock
A sturdy piece of scrap metal
A broken piece of the wall
Answer explanation
The passage states, 'She picked up a long, sturdy piece of scrap metal. “We can use this as a lever.”' This is a direct detail from the text.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Tegan's use of the word 'puzzle' to describe their situation reveal about her character?
She thinks they are in a game.
She is not taking the danger seriously.
She is confused about what is happening.
She sees the problem as something that can be solved with thought.
Answer explanation
By calling the situation a 'puzzle,' Tegan shows she has a positive and proactive mindset. Puzzles are challenges to be figured out, which is how she views their problem, unlike Ronan who sees it as a 'disaster'.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Ronan's reaction, 'That’s… clever,' shows that he is beginning to understand that...
Tegan is stronger than he is.
survival requires thinking, not just power.
they will never escape the Null-Zone.
his powers will return soon.
Answer explanation
Ronan's surprise and his use of the word 'clever' indicate a shift in his thinking. He is realizing that Tegan's intelligence and resourcefulness are valuable tools for survival, just as important as his lost strength.
6.
CATEGORIZE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Categorize the following phrases from the passage based on the attitude they express.
Groups:
(a) Negative and Defeated Attitude
,
(b) Positive and Adaptive Attitude
My strength is a whisper here.
Our powers were everything.
We just have to adapt.
This is a disaster.
We're not helpless.
Think of it as a new puzzle.
Answer explanation
The phrases are sorted based on their connotation. Words like 'disaster' and 'whisper' (in this context) show Ronan's initial feelings of hopelessness. Words like 'puzzle' and 'adapt' show Tegan's hopeful and problem-solving mindset.
7.
MATCH QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Match each word from the dialogue with the feeling or idea it suggests (its connotation) in the story.
A difficult experience that you can learn from
Disaster
A situation of complete failure and hopelessness
Puzzle
Using intelligence and available tools to succeed
Resourceful
A challenge that can be solved with cleverness
Lesson
Answer explanation
Each word carries a specific connotative meaning in the passage. 'Disaster' implies hopelessness (Ronan). 'Puzzle' implies a solvable challenge (Tegan). 'Resourceful' implies using one's mind to overcome obstacles (Tegan). 'Lesson' implies that the struggle has value (Ronan's final realization).
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