WorksheetsELA - 8th - Passage - A Little Common Courtesy, Please
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
By referring to the man in the grocery store as a “novelist,” the author —
depicts writers as being self-absorbed in their work
illustrates why grocery stores are interesting places to observe people
suggests that technology has increased our ability to stay in touch with friends
emphasizes the man’s rudeness by exaggerating how long he took to write a text message
In which sentence does the author attempt to stir emotions in the reader?
They tell their children not to interrupt when others are talking.
Children are taught to apologize when they’ve been disrespectful to a schoolmate.
Imagine the confusion children feel when adults refuse to practice the simple courtesies they themselves preach.
It’s true that we live in a fast-paced world now, and technology has contributed to the “instantness” of our society.
The examples in paragraphs 3 and 4 reinforce the author’s point that being courteous —
guarantees that others will show their appreciation by being kind in return
is not something that should be practiced only at a young age
requires time and energy but is still worthwhile
is less important for adults than for children
The word justify in paragraph 2 means to —
provide an opportunity
give up on a task
make acceptable
explain in detail
Another word for "chuckle" is -
smile
giggle
grin
grimace
The author supports the central argument of the article mainly by —
describing personal observations
referring to facts on the subject
sharing quotations from experts on the subject
comparing rules from the past with rules from the present
Another word for "contribute" is -
motion
care
add
propose
By referring to Emily Post in both the beginning and ending of the article, the author —
implies that etiquette focuses too much on others’ feelings and not enough on a person’s own actions
suggests that traditional ideas about etiquette do not apply to the digital etiquette needed today
implies that hosting a party based on the information from Emily Post’s book would be difficult today
communicates that even though some etiquette rules may be outdated, the need to have manners is still important today
Which sentence from the selection expresses an opinion?
Finally another shopper said, “Excuse me!” and tried to squeeze by, but even when the guy noticed her, he refused to move until he was finished tapping out his message.
Emily Post defined manners as “a sensitive awareness of the feelings of others.”
It’s true that we live in a fast-paced world now, and technology has contributed to the “instantness” of our society.
But managing our digital lives does not justify our being rude to people in the real world.
Another word for "etiquette" is -
manners
advice
instructions
guidelines
Which excerpt supports the idea that manners are a positive thing?
But managing our digital lives does not justify our being rude to people in the real world.
It makes you feel good. And the person to whom you extend the courtesy will feel good too.
So adults want their kids to have good manners, clearly. They tell their children not to interrupt when others are talking.
Everyone should try being more courteous.
Another word for "awareness" is -
oblivious
ambivalence
mindfulness
fatigue
The organization of the information in paragraph 1 allows the author to —
share what got him/her to start thinking about the topic
explain his/her interest in old books
illustrate what he/she enjoys about parties
provide an example of good manners
Another way of saying "refresher course" might be to say -
an intro course
a reminder course
a final exam
an alternative option
The first word that appears in the thesaurus for "vigorously" is -
quickly
agilely
alertly
energetically
