WorksheetsReading Comprehension
Total questions: 17
Worksheet time: 13mins
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1.
Which sentence best describes a difference between the nonfiction text "Immigrants Today" and the poem "Eyes of an Immigrant"?
a)
The poem describes what a refugee is, while the nonfiction text does not.
b)
The nonfiction text discusses the journey, while the poem does not.
c)
The nonfiction text describes the hardships of immigrants, while the poem describes the process immigrants must go through.
d)
The nonfiction text consist of factual information, while the poem allows for a deeper understanding of an immigrants experience.
2.
The fiction story "A Picnic in October" and poem "Eyes of an Immigrant" both
a)
explain the process immigrants must go through.
b)
explain the journey of getting to America.
c)
share the hopefulness of immigrants.
d)
give information about a family
3.
The poem "Eyes of an Immigrant" is written from the point of a(n)
a)
sailor.
b)
immigrant.
c)
bird.
d)
little boy.
4.
The organization of the poem "Eyes of an Immigrant" helps show the reader
a)
the change in the setting.
b)
how dreams come true.
c)
the importance of having a ride and money.
d)
the hardship of the journey to a better life.
5.
What is the family's reason for having a picnic in October in "A Picnic in October"?
a)
The weather is nice.
b)
It is the grandma's birthday.
c)
That is the family's favorite thing to do.
d)
To celebrate the Statue of Liberty.
6.
What can the reader infer by the following line from "A Picnic in October"
"Thank you, Lady Liberty.Thank you for taking me in."
"Thank you, Lady Liberty.Thank you for taking me in."
a)
The grandmother is saddened by this occasion and place.
b)
The grandmother is grateful for having the opportunity to come to America.
c)
The family came from Italy.
d)
The Statue of Liberty is old.
7.
The boy's thoughts on the last page of the fiction story emphasize
a)
how embarrassed he is with his family.
b)
the importance of family.
c)
how proud grandma is of him.
d)
that he now understands why his family celebrates Lady Liberty.
8.
What is the main idea of "Immigrants Today?"
a)
The laws and regulations that America has on immigration.
b)
Gaining permanent citizenship.
c)
Being a refugee.
d)
The change in immigration from the 1900s to now.
9.
Which lines from the poem "Eyes of an Immigrant" help the reader know what the word optimism means in line 15?
a)
I can smell the salty air
b)
But the same cannot be said for others
c)
My dreams are so close to coming true
d)
Everyone cheers
10.
At the end of "A Picnic in October" what does the speaker mean when he says, "I think I'm seeing her for the very first time?"
a)
This is his first trip to see The Statue of Liberty.
b)
He has never looked up at The Statue of Liberty before.
c)
He has just realized how important The Statue of Liberty is and what she stands for.
d)
This is the first time he has paid attention to The Statue of Liberty.
11.
How are the boy in "A Picnic in October" and the speaker in "Eyes of an Immigrant" similar?
a)
Both are new to America.
b)
Both show appreciation for the sight of The Statue of Liberty.
c)
Both get sea sick.
d)
Both are unsure of what the future holds.
12.
The actions of the boy in story and the speaker in poem are based on
a)
fairness
b)
loyalty
c)
courage
d)
appreciation
13.
Which idea is developed in the story "A Picnic in October?"
a)
The speaker and his family are immigrants.
b)
It is The Statue of Liberty's birthday.
c)
The picnic on Ellis Island is a tradition.
d)
The speaker's family has great respect for The Statue of Liberty.
14.
The word controversial in paragraph 1 of "Immigrants Today" means
a)
To agree on an issue.
b)
To disagree on a solution.
c)
Different topics.
d)
To be confusing.
15.
What is the best summary for the selection "Immigrants Today?"
a)
Immigrants today must undergo a medical examination. They must also undergo an interview and have their paperwork inspected. Even though it is a confusing process, people still want to come to America, just as they have for thousands of years.
b)
Immigration today is controversial and confusing. In the 1900's immigrants took an examination and once they passed they could start their life in America. Today their are categories that immigrants must fit into. Some immigrants ask to come to America as refugees. Others seek permanent citizenship. This allows immigrants to get their green cards. Even though it is a confusing process, people still want to come to America.
c)
Immigrants often ask America if they can come to the country as a refugee. They must apply with America before leaving their home country. Once they are approved, refugees need to find funds to get from their home to America. After coming to America refugees get help with housing, schools, and how to navigate in America.
d)
Immigration today is controversial and confusing. In the early 1900's once immigrants passed the Ellis Island examination they were able to start their life in America. It was hard work and many people returned home.
16.
Which statement would the poet and the author of "Immigrants Today" most likely agree with?
a)
Becoming an American citizen is a difficult process but worth it.
b)
It is not worth all the hard work.
c)
There is a process for everything.
d)
Immigrants had it easier in the past.
17.
In paragraph 3, the details about the refugee process supports the idea that
a)
being a refugee is easier than trying to become a citizen.
b)
there is an examination and inspection process.
c)
this is a category that immigrants fall into.
d)
becoming a refugee is a lengthy process as well.
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