Character Motivation and Inference Quiz

Why does Cooper repeatedly tell Rodgers, “Don’t do it”?

• He is worried Rodgers will get into trouble with Mrs. Comstock

• He wants Tony to get credit for the joke instead

• He thinks Andrew will malfunction if interrupted

• He wants the class to stay focused on their work

What can the reader infer about Tony based on his actions in the story?

• He prefers to stay quiet and avoid attention

• He enjoys surprising others with humor

• He is uninterested in classroom activities

• He dislikes working with Cooper and Rodgers

How does Tony’s response contrast with Rodgers’s intended action?

• Tony acts calmly while Rodgers plans something loud and disruptive

• Tony follows the rules while Rodgers ignores classroom expectations

• Tony speaks to Mrs. Comstock while Rodgers speaks to Cooper

• Tony is bored with school while Rodgers enjoys class activities

Which detail best contributes to the humorous tone of the passage?

• Andrew’s proper British accent and formal responses

• Mrs. Comstock’s focus on American history

• The class decorating Christmas cards

• Tony resting his head on his desk

Why does the class erupt in laughter at the end of the passage?

• Andrew misunderstands Tony’s command and calls Mr. Nitman

• Rodgers reacts angrily to Tony’s interruption

• Mrs. Comstock leaves the room unexpectedly

• The Christmas music begins playing again

How does Rodgers likely feel after Tony speaks to Andrew?

• Embarrassed that his plan was ruined

• Relieved that he avoided getting in trouble

• Confused about how Andrew operates

• Proud of Tony for being clever

Which theme is best supported by the events of the passage?

• Clever thinking can outshine reckless behavior

• Technology makes learning more difficult

• Teachers should not rely on classroom devices

• Friendship requires agreeing with others