NC EOG Grade 7 Reading Review: 'No Hero' Passage

The video tutorial provides an analysis of the 'No Hero' passage from the North Carolina EOG Grade 7 reading test. It covers pre-reading strategies, plot summary, character analysis, and the importance of setting and symbolism. The instructor guides students through test-style summaries and specific question analyses, emphasizing the author's positive perspective on the main character. The tutorial concludes with a discussion on how the setting shapes the plot and offers strategies for tackling complex questions.

What does the title 'No Hero' suggest about the protagonist?

• The protagonist or others believe he is not a hero.

• The protagonist is universally recognized as a hero.

• The protagonist is a hidden hero, not recognized by others.

• The protagonist wishes to become a hero.

Why is the setting at the fair crucial for the story?

• It is only used to introduce secondary characters.

• It provides a background for the protagonist's thoughts.

• It is where the main conflict and resolution occur.

• It serves as a mere description without impacting the plot.

What motivates the thin man to wrestle a bear?

• He is trying to entertain the fair attendees.

• He needs money due to his family's dire financial situation.

• He is coerced by the fair organizers.

• He wants to prove his strength to the community.

What is the best summary of the plot based on the passage?

• A man fails to take care of his crops, leading to financial ruin.

• A man uses his knowledge of bears to earn money creatively.

• A man cheats at a fair to win a large sum of money.

• A man recklessly endangers his life for entertainment.

Why does the author include the introduction in the story?

• To detail the bear and the wrestling event.

• To provide crucial background information about the protagonist.

• To explain the outcome of the bear wrestling event.

• To set the scene at the fair.

What do the bright lights of Landsberg symbolize for Hester King?

• A risky but necessary adventure that awaits.

• A chance for safe and fun entertainment.

• An opportunity to solve his pressing problems.

• A guide leading him to safety.

Why did Hester leave without informing Molly of his plans?

• Molly would have persuaded him to find a regular job.

• Molly would have insisted on accompanying him.

• Molly would have been scared for his safety.

• Molly would have suggested taking the children with him.

What does 'clinched with old bruin' imply in the context of the story?

• Hester and the bear were avoiding each other.

• Hester and the bear were cooperating with each other.

• Hester and the bear were fighting aggressively.

• Hester and the bear were physically embracing each other.

How does Hester manage to defeat Bruin in the cage?

• By scaring the bear with loud noises.

• By pretending to be asleep to avoid the bear's attacks.

• By injuring the bear severely.

• Using knowledge from his childhood about calming bears.

How does the setting at the country fair influence the plot?

• It provides the location for the main conflict and its resolution.

• It builds suspense through the countryside's mysterious elements.

• It foreshadows the main problem through detailed descriptions.

• It reflects the emotional states of the characters.