Reed's Digital Ghosts - Making Inferences in Literary Text (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 Reed say that shows he does not think school is important at the beginning of the story?
“In a minute, Janelle.”
“It’s just school. Who cares?”
“Okay. Where do we start?”
He grunted but didn’t reply.
Answer explanation
This quote explicitly states Reed's initial feelings about school, showing he doesn't care about it. The other options show his annoyance or his change of heart, but this one directly addresses his view on school's importance.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What can you infer about Janelle's feelings toward Reed from her dialogue?
She is angry that he is better at video games than her.
She thinks he is lazy and will never succeed.
She is annoyed with him but also cares about his future.
She is jealous of how much free time he has.
Answer explanation
Janelle's voice is 'firm,' showing her frustration. However, she tries a creative and caring approach by adapting a story and talking about his future dream of being a game designer, which shows she cares about him and his success.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does Janelle call herself the 'Ghost of School Past'?
Because she is trying to scare Reed into studying.
Because she wants to play a fantasy game with him.
Because she is reminding him of a time when he enjoyed learning.
Because she is referencing a ghost story they both dislike.
Answer explanation
Janelle brings up the 'Ghost of School Past' to remind Reed of when he was six and 'so proud' to read. This is an attempt to connect with a positive memory of education, not to scare him.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first physical action Reed takes that shows Janelle's words are affecting him?
He sighs loudly.
He grunts but doesn’t reply.
He pauses his game.
He clicks off the console.
Answer explanation
Before Janelle starts her 'ghost' game, Reed pauses his video game to sigh and talk to her. This is the first sign that he is starting to listen, even if he is annoyed.
5.
CATEGORIZE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Sort the following phrases and actions from the story into the correct category based on Reed's attitude.
Groups:
(a) Attitude Before Changing His Mind
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(b) Attitude After Changing His Mind
Sighing loudly when his game is paused
Ignoring Janelle for his game
Turning off the game console
Looking at his dusty textbooks
Asking 'Where do we start?'
Saying 'It's just school. Who cares?'
Answer explanation
Reed's actions and words at the beginning of the story show his lack of interest in school. His actions at the end, like turning off the console and asking for help, show that his attitude has changed.
6.
MATCH QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Match each line of dialogue to the primary intent behind it.
To show acceptance and a new willingness to try
“You can’t build a world if you don’t have the tools.”
To delay and avoid a difficult conversation
“I’ll be the Ghost of School Past.”
To engage Reed using a creative, familiar story
“Okay. Where do we start?”
To explain the practical importance of learning
“In a minute, Janelle. I’m almost done.”
Answer explanation
Each line of dialogue reveals a specific intent. Reed's first line is a clear attempt to put off talking to his sister. Janelle's 'Ghost' line is a creative strategy. Her 'tools' line is a logical argument. Reed's final line signals his surrender and readiness to work.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What item does Janelle have in her hand when she enters Reed's room?
A book
A video game
A crumpled piece of paper
A textbook
Answer explanation
The passage explicitly states, 'She held a crumpled piece of paper,' which is later identified as his report card.
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