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WorksheetsHey, Saw Lady!
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 33mins
As used in paragraph 2, what is the meaning of the word nascent?
becoming well-known
becoming threatened
beginning to develop
beginning to lose control
Which phrase from paragraph 2 of the article helps the reader understand the meaning of nascent?
"... would suffer permanent injury ..."
"... acupuncture helped ease the pain ..."
" ... over before it had begun ..."
"... can't turn my head all the way ..."
Which phrase from paragraph 3 of the article BEST shows why Natalie's parents took her on the trip?
"To cheer up their grieving daughter ..."
"... for a tour of the countryside ..."
"... her favorite childhood movie ... was filmed."
"... the family attended a concert ..."
How did Natalia's experiences on the trip influence her?
The events helped her regain her physical strength to dance again.
The events led her to appreciate New York City in a new way.
The events helped her become more outgoing and sociable.
The events led her to develop a new talent and career.
What is MOST LIKELY the author's purpose for writing the article?
to describe the lasting effects of Natalia's injuries in her professional life.
to show how the accident changed Natalia's life in positive ways.
to encourage readers to find new interests.
to describe a young immigrants life in the United States.
Select the THREE quotations that support the answer to the previous question. (Previous question: What is most likely the author's purpose for writing the article? Previous Answer: to show how the accident change Natalia's life in positive ways.)
"Soon, Natalia was fielding invitations from all over the city." (paragraph 11)
"When God closed the door on dance, he opened a window into a whole new musical for me," (Paragraph 9)
"Ironically it was one of these very same neighbors who referred Natalia for her first public appearance ..."
"At first, playing the saw was just a hobby for Natalia." (paragraph 10)
"But her performance was a hit, and the Salvation Army center recommended her to another center..." (paragraph 11)
How does the author MAINLY develop the central idea throughout the article?
by contrasting the danger of playing the saw with the beauty of the music.
by contrasting Natalia's feelings of loneliness with her feelings of joy.
by contrasting the innocence of a child with the wisdom of an adult.
by contrasting Natalia's obstacles with her accomplishments.
Which two paragraphs highlight how the author develops the central idea throughout the article?
Paragraphs 1 and 3
Paragraphs 3 and 10
Paragraphs 2 and 8
Paragraphs 7 and 9
How did the trip to Austria affect Natalia's mood?
She felt peaceful.
She felt proud.
She felt relieved.
She felt renewed.
Which TWO quotations from the article show how Natalia's mood was affected?
"It was the first time since the accident that I felt excited about something ..." (paragraph 3)
"He told me to go home, pick up my saw for carpentry, and figure it out." (Paragraph 6)
"... she went to the hardware store and tested new saws ..." (paragraph 7)
"The accident changed my life for the better." (paragraph 9)
"She would play the saw while on break from her job..." (Paragraph 10)
As used in paragraph 3, what is the meaning of the word ENTRANCED?
captivated her attention.
reminded her of past events.
motivated her to sing better.
surprised her.
Which phrase from the article BEST helps the reader understand the meaning of ENTRANCED? (Previous answer: entranced means "captivated her attention.")
"... playing, of all things, a carpenter's hand saw." (paragraph 3)
"... saw moved as if it was dancing." (paragraph 3)
"... pick up any saw for carpentry, and figure it out." (paragraph 6)
"... playing the saw was just a hobby..." (paragraph 10)
