WorksheetsThe Legend of Pele and Kahawali
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 32mins
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1.
In paragraph 2, the word revelry means-
a)
freedom
b)
merriment
c)
persistence
d)
reflection
2.
The Latin root pinna, meaning "peak" helps the reader understand that the word pinnacle in paragraph 2 means -
a)
the highest point
b)
the most important part
c)
a section of a structure
d)
an unusual landform
3.
What lesson does Kahawali learn when he refuses to allow Pele to use his holua?
a)
Things are not always as they appear
b)
Knowledge can prepare one for the future
c)
Too much ambition produces disastrous results
d)
Challenging those in authority leads to negative outcomes
4.
How do Pele's supernatural abilities contributes to the plot?
a)
When Pele transforms into a goddess, Kahawali loses the race
b)
Because Pele displays her rage, Kahawali is forced to escape to safety
c)
As Pele challenges Kahawali, she reveals her power to the spectators
d)
Since Pele loses the second race to Kahawali she is unable to control her anger
5.
Which sentence from the legend best shows that Kahawali is arrogant?
a)
Thinking Pele to be a mere commoner, Kahawali scoffed, "Are you my equal that I should allow you to use my prized sled?"
b)
Shouting to his wife, Kahawali warned, "Pele is coming and bringing her wrath!"
c)
Growing weary, but unwilling to accept defeat and ultimately death, Kahawali reached the shore and spotted and empty canoe.
d)
He knew that Pele's fiery wrath for him would burn forever, and her explosive temper would never subside.
6.
Paragraph 3 contributes to the rising action of the story by-
a)
explaining how the setting impacts Kahawali and Pele
b)
foreshadowing the future actions of Kahawali and Pele
c)
establishing the conflict between Kahawali and Pele
d)
identifying the perspectives of Kahawali and Pele
7.
The author includes paragraph 1 most likely to
a)
provide background information about the author
b)
include scientific details that introduce the selection
c)
express an opinion about the main idea of the selection
d)
share an experience that initiated an interest in the topic
8.
Which word from paragraph 1 helps the reader understand what roiling means?
a)
fiery
b)
menacing
c)
shaking
d)
smoky
9.
The diagram below paragraph 3 is included with the selection to help the reader understand
a)
how volcanoes develop over time
b)
the composition of a volcano
c)
when a volcano forms lava and ash
d)
the force of a volcanic eruption
10.
Which sentence shows that the author believes that volcanoes are spectacular?
a)
Plumes of hot ash rose into the sky, and fiery flames appeared to pierce the atmosphere.
b)
After my close encounter with a volcanic eruption, I knew I wanted to learn about this violent force of nature.
c)
While myths and legends are just stories, they do provide interesting explanations for natural occurrences.
d)
Since the begginning of recorded time, people have been fearful of volcanoes.
11.
Why does the author provide both personal and scientific information?
a)
To create an understanding of opinions and facts
b)
To give multiple reasons for verifiable facts
c)
To promote an interest in scientific findings
d)
To defend beliefs using technical information
12.
In paragraph 1, the word atmospehere, which is based on two Greek roots, means
a)
the intense heat of Earth
b)
the rotation of Earth
c)
the various landforms of Earth
d)
the air surrounding Earth
13.
Read this dictionary entry.
witness
1.to testify 2 to prove by signature 3 to see, hear, or know 4. to be present as an involved guest
Which definition of the word witness is used in paragraph 2 of "The Legend of Pele and Kahawali" and in paragraph 12 "Violent Vents?"
witness
1.to testify 2 to prove by signature 3 to see, hear, or know 4. to be present as an involved guest
Which definition of the word witness is used in paragraph 2 of "The Legend of Pele and Kahawali" and in paragraph 12 "Violent Vents?"
a)
Definition1
b)
Definition 2
c)
Definition 3
d)
Definition 4
14.
What is one way the legend and the selection differ?
a)
The legend tells the story of the origin of the volcano, while the selection records the personal scientific opinions of the author.
b)
The legend offers a literary explanation for a natural phenomenon, while the selection offers factual details about volcanoes.
c)
The legend poses a problem for the main character to solve, while the slection suggests solutions to avoid natural disasters.
d)
The legend encourages readers to learn about volcanoes, while the selection persuades readers to visit a volcano.
15.
Both authors portray volcanoes as
a)
frightening
b)
energizing
c)
controllable
d)
abundant
16.
Read this sentence from the legend.
The earth quaked; the hill opened wide, exposing fire and lava, which Pele called forth.
Which sentence from the selection expresses the same idea?
The earth quaked; the hill opened wide, exposing fire and lava, which Pele called forth.
Which sentence from the selection expresses the same idea?
a)
A volcano is a vent in Earth's surface.
b)
The magma is heated deep within the interior of Earth.
c)
When the hot liquid rock rises from beneath Earth's surface, pressure builds until the vent acts as a valve, releasing lava, gases, and ash into the surrounding area.
d)
The mountain like feature associated with a volcano is formed from lava hardening around the vent after an eruption.
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