Worksheets"Ssshhh . . . Quiet, Please!"
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 22mins
Which sentence provides support for the author's assertion that "Libraries in America today are changing, and not for the better"?
When I was young, going to the library was an adventure, a treat to be relished.
It was created initially for public school use, and public libraries were built near public schools to make it convenient for students to visit.
That same year, Dewey, along with Justin Winsor and William Frederick Poole, helped found the American Library Association in Philadelphia.
Computers seem to be bringing about the demise of the library and a significant aspect of
community life.
One of the most significant themes in "Ssshhh... Quiet, Please!" is that the increased use of computers and technology has resulted in the decline of an important American social and academic institution: the library. Which of the following sentences from the passage directly support this conclusion? Select three that apply.
When I was young, going to the library was an adventure, a treat to be relished.
Libraries in America today are changing, and not for the better.
It was created initially for public school use, and public libraries were built near public schools to make it convenient for students to visit.
In some cities, the library itself is becoming obsolete because people now conduct their research in labs and on the World Wide Web.
Computers seem to be bringing about the demise of the library and a significant aspect of community life.
Which of the following statements from the passage are unsupported generalizations? Select three that apply.
Libraries in America today are changing, and not for the better.
Though faster, these systems seem cold and impersonal because library patrons no longer rely on the friendly assistance of a librarian.
Essentially, the warmth of the library experience is vanishing.
In some cities, the library itself is becoming obsolete because people now conduct their research in labs and on the World Wide Web.
Computers seem to be bringing about the demise of the library and a significant aspect of community life.
One of the most significant themes in "Ssshhh... Quiet, Please!" is that the increased use of computers and technology has resulted in the decline of an important American social and academic institution: the library. Which of the following sentences from the passage directly support this conclusion? Select two that apply.
When I was young, going to the library was an adventure, a treat to be relished.
Libraries in America today are changing, and not for the better.
It was created initially for public school use, and public libraries were built near public schools to make it convenient for students to visit.
Sadly, funding for libraries seems to be the lowest priority in many city, county, and state budgets these days.
Computers seem to be bringing about the demise of the library and a significant aspect of community life.
What is the meaning of relished as it is used in this sentence from the passage?
"When I was young, going to the library was an adventure, a treat to be relished."
delighted in
decorated with
appreciation
taken
What message does the author convey through the use of words such as "abandoned," "cold" and "impersonal"?
Libraries need to have better décor to add warmth and comfort.
Librarians need to learn how to be friendlier to patrons of the library.
Patrons of the library need to be friendlier and help each other more.
Computers have made libraries unfriendly and unappealing.
Which sentence provides support for the author's assertion that "Libraries in America today are changing, and not for the better"?
It was created initially for public school use, and public libraries were built near public schools to make it convenient for students to visit.
Computers seem to be bringing about the demise of the library and a significant aspect of community life.
When I was young, going to the library was an adventure, a treat to be relished.
That same year, Dewey, along with Justin Winsor and William Frederick Poole, helped found the American Library Association in Philadelphia.
How does the author unfold the details of the text?
how libraries have changed, history of the public library, foreshadowing of how libraries will change
foreshadow, chronology of the public library, flashback
flashback, history of the public library, how libraries have changed
importance of the libraries, chronology of the public library, flashback
What is the meaning of haven as used in this sentence from "Ssshhh...Quiet Please!"?
"The library was a quiet haven, with no cell phones, no computers, and no self–checkout stations."
neighborhood
dock
sanctuary
house
The author's purpose of the passage is to...
persuade
state opinion
compare
inform
One of the most significant themes in "Ssshhh... Quiet, Please" is that the increased use of computers and technology has resulted in the decline of an important American social and academic institution: the library. Which of the following sentences from the passage directly support this conclusion? Select all that apply.
When I was young, going to the library was an adventure, a treat to be relished.
Libraries in America today are changing, and not for the better.
It was created initially for public school use, and public libraries were built near public schools to make it convenient for students to visit.
In some cities, the library itself is becoming obsolete because people now conduct their research in labs and on the World Wide Web.
Computers seem to be bringing about the demise of the library and a significant aspect of community life.
What is the connotative meaning of the word haven as it is used in this sentence?
"The library was a quiet haven, with no cell phones, no computers, and no self–checkout stations."
The word haven indicates a very small house where people rest.
The word haven implies a place to rest until the bad weather is over.
The word haven suggests a paradise–like place in an afterlife.
The word haven suggests that it is a peaceful place.
Which of the following statements is an unsupported generalization from the passage?
Computers seem to be bringing about the demise of the library and a significant aspect of community life.
In some cities, the library itself is becoming obsolete because people now conduct their research in labs and on the World Wide Web.
Though faster, these systems seem cold and impersonal because library patrons no longer rely on the friendly assistance of a librarian.
All of the above
What is the purpose of the passage?
to persuade
to state opinion
to compare
to inform
Read this sentence from the passage.
"I would leave each week with a stack of books, go home and systematically devour them, and come back the next week for more."
What does the word devour mean?
demolish
read eagerly
eat greedily
dispose of
Read the following sentence from the passage.
"They just visit a cold machine that spews out the facts and the numbers, and the personal aspect of a library visit is gone."
What is the connotative meaning of spews?
to eject
to regurgitate
to produce quickly
to drool or slobber
Which of the following statements from the passage supports the author's idea that libraries are losing their warmth?
The library was a quiet haven, with no cell phones, no computers, and no self–checkout stations.
It was created initially for public school use, and public libraries were built near public schools to make it convenient for students to visit.
Though faster, these systems seem cold and impersonal because library patrons no longer rely on the friendly assistance of a librarian.
Sadly, funding for libraries seems to be the lowest priority in many city, county, and state budgets these days.
What is the central idea of the text?
Libraries are a home away from home.
Technology is making libraries outdated and damaging community spirit.
Libraries have been around for a long time and will continue to support communities in the future.
Technology makes finding research materials much faster.
What is the connotative meaning of the word haven as it is used in this sentence?
"The library was a quiet haven, with no cell phones, no computers, and no self–checkout stations."
The word "haven" indicates a very small house where people rest.
The word "haven" implies a place to rest until the bad weather is over.
The word "haven" suggests a paradise–like place in an afterlife.
The word "haven" implies perfect happiness and safety.
What is the connotative meaning of spews as it is used in this sentence from the passage?
"They just visit a cold machine that spews out the facts and the numbers, and the personal aspect of a library visit is gone."
to eject
to regurgitate
to produce quickly
to drool or slobber
