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The Canvas and the Crowd - Drawing Conclusions for Literary Texts (Grade 8)
Passage
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English
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8th 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
Based on the dialogue, what is the main reason Eli is against Lucas's idea?
He thinks the wolf design is ugly.
He believes using someone else's idea is dishonest.
He is worried they will get caught by the teacher.
He doesn't think they have the skills to paint the wolf.
Answer explanation
Eli's response, 'But that’s not our work, Lucas. It’s just copying,' shows that his main concern is the lack of originality and authenticity, not fear of getting caught or the design's appearance.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Lucas suggest he and Eli do to ensure they win the art fair?
Ask Farrah for help with their painting.
Paint a copy of a popular online design.
Create a simpler version of Eli's cityscape.
Spend more time practicing their painting skills.
Answer explanation
Lucas shows Eli a design on his phone and says, 'If we paint this, we’ll definitely win,' suggesting they copy a popular image.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Farrah say to Eli?
She tells him that Lucas is wrong.
She offers to help him with his painting.
She says his original sketch is amazing and looks like him.
She warns him that copying is against the rules.
Answer explanation
The text explicitly states, '“For what it’s worth, I think your original sketch is amazing, Eli,” she said quietly. “It looks like you.”'
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is Eli's final decision about the project?
He decides to stick with his own original design.
He agrees to combine his idea with Lucas's idea.
He quits the project and lets Lucas do it alone.
He asks the teacher for a new partner.
Answer explanation
The passage concludes with Eli saying 'No' to Lucas's idea and continuing to work on his own drawing, stating he'd rather get a lower grade for his own work.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
From Lucas's dialogue, what can the reader conclude is his main priority?
Creating a truly artistic masterpiece.
Helping his friend Eli feel confident.
Learning new painting techniques.
Winning the competition with minimal effort.
Answer explanation
Lucas's statements like 'It’s a guaranteed win' and 'Don’t make this harder than it needs to be' reveal that his motivation is to win easily, not to be creative or support his friend's vision.
6.
CATEGORIZE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Categorize the following statements or actions from the passage based on the motivation they reveal.
Groups:
(a) Actions/Words Driven by Peer Pressure or Conformity
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(b) Actions/Words Driven by Individuality or Integrity
Eli continuing to draw his cityscape.
Farrah's compliment to Eli.
Eli's final statement to Lucas.
Lucas saying, 'Everyone loves this style.'
Lucas calling Eli's drawing 'weird.'
Eli saying, 'But that’s not our work.'
Answer explanation
Lucas's comments aim to make Eli conform to what is popular or feel bad about his unique work. Eli's statements, Farrah's encouragement, and Eli's final actions all support the idea of staying true to one's own vision and principles.
7.
MATCH QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Match the character's dialogue with the primary intent behind it.
To declare a firm commitment to one's own principles.
“Your city thing is… weird.”
To criticize and create self-doubt in another person.
“Don’t make this harder than it needs to be.”
To validate someone's personal expression and creativity.
“I’d rather get a lower grade on something I made myself...”
To dismiss another's concerns and push for an easy solution.
“It looks like you.”
Answer explanation
Lucas's first line is meant to shut down Eli's concerns. Farrah's line validates Eli's individuality. Eli's declaration shows his final choice to prioritize integrity. Lucas's criticism is meant to make Eli doubt his own work.
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