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THE BRAVE LITTLE TOASTER

Total questions: 140

Worksheet time: 3hrs 48mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Why does Mister Toussaint's refrigerator order more groceries?

a)

The refrigerator detects that all the food has gone bad.

b)

Miz Rousseau receives a signed order for more groceries.

c)

LOONY GOONY tells the refrigerator the food is spoiled.

d)

The appliances reach a quorum about placing an order.

2.

The police arrest Mister Toussaint because--

a)

they believe the energy beverage is hazardous material.

b)

it is illegal to dispose of smart devices in public.

c)

they are collecting all the energy beverages for disposal.

d)

the train station has been evacuated for no reason.

3.

The toaster is able to destroy LOONY GOONY because--

a)

toasters are braver than all other appliances.

b)

the other appliances are afraid of the toaster.

c)

the quorum-sensors approve its action.

d)

it does not receive messages from other devices.

4.

The story is set in

a)

the past

b)

the present

c)

the future

5.

LOONY GOONY is a "Internet of Things prank," as Mister Toussaint suspects. Explain why.

4 lines
6.

Identify each word pair below that is a synonym.

a)

diagnostics/methods

b)

chafe/soothe

c)

retract/extend

d)

ample/plenty

7.

Identify each word pair below as an antonym.

a)

diagnostics/methods

b)

chafe/soothe

c)

retract/extend

d)

ample/plenty

8.

Identify each word pair that is a synonym.

a)

reintegrate/explode

b)

abode/home

c)

consternation/worry

d)

vindictive/vengeful

9.

Identify the example of a simple sentence

a)

The refrigerator hummed smugly at him.

b)

When they released Mister Toussaint the next day, they made him take LOONY GOONY home with him.

c)

The windows wouldn't retract their safety screen to let it drop, but that wasn't much of a surprise.

10.

Identify the simple sentence.

a)

My fridge is empty, so I'm going to the grocery to buy food.

b)

My fridge is already full of delicious things.

c)

My fridge id full because I went to the grocery store last night.

11.

The police arrest Mister Toussaint because--

a)

they believe the energy beverage is hazardous material.

b)

it is illegal to dispose of smart devices in public.

c)

they are collecting all the energy beverages for disposal.

d)

the train station has been evacuated for no reason.

12.

The toaster is able to destroy LOONY GOONY because--

a)

toasters are braver than all other appliances.

b)

the other appliances are afraid of the toaster.

c)

the quorum-sensors approve its action.

d)

it does not receive messages from other devices.

13.

The story is set in

a)

the past

b)

the present

c)

the future

14.

What genre is "The Brave Little Toaster"?

a)

Biography

b)

Science Fiction

c)

Horror

d)

Historical Fiction

15.

Science Fiction includes the following elements EXCEPT which one?

a)

combines real scientific facts and theories with imaginative elements

b)

may convey a message about the effects or consequences of technology

c)

is based on real historical events and people that existed throughout history

d)

includes the basic elements of fiction—setting, characters, plot, conflict, and theme

e)

may convey a message about the effects or consequences of technology

16.

Conflict is...

a)

when the main character or characters try to solve the problem

b)

when the effects of the climax become clear

c)

when the characters and setting are introduced

d)

a problem faced by the main character

17.

What does the word enthusiastically mean?

a)

With lots of angry interest .

b)

With lots of furios interest .

c)

With lots of excited interest .

d)

With lots of educated clues.

18.

What does the word platform mean?

a)

Lowered, bumpy supporting surface.

b)

Lowered, flat supporting surface.

c)

Raised, bumpy supporting surface.

d)

Raised, flat supporting surface.

19.

What does the word smug mean?

a)

Proud and snobby .

b)

Sad and foggy.

c)

Clear and high-pitched.

d)

Angry and furious.

20.

What does the word pored over mean?

a)

Quickly read.

b)

Carefully read.

c)

Took a look over in a rush.

d)

Flow rapidly in a steady stream.

21.

What does the word diagnostic mean?

a)

Figuring out the solution with a 

 person's health.

b)

Building up a problem with a 

 person's health.

c)

Figuring out the problem with a 

 person's health.

d)

Yelling out a problem with a 

 another person.

22.


1. Part B
Which detail best supports the correct answer?

a)

Miz Rousseau has a signed order for the groceries.

b)

Mister Toussaint identifies LOONY GOONY after analyzing data.

c)

The refrigerator tells Mister Toussaint that the food was spoiled.

d)

Mister Toussaint throws out the pouch of LOONY GOONY.

23.


2.
Why is the toaster able to destroy LOONY GOONY?

a)

The toaster is braver than the other kitchen appliances.

b)

The other appliances are not aware of the toaster.

c)

The apartment’s quorum-sensors approve the toaster’s actions.

d)

The toaster does not receive messages from other devices.

24.

Why does Mister Toussaint’s refrigerator order more groceries?

a)

The refrigerator detects that all the food has gone bad.

b)

LOONY GOONY drink energy was spoiled.

25.

The trashcan was_____________ when Mr. Toussaint arrive home.

a)
b)
26.

Mizz Rousseau

a)

the grocery lady

b)

the owner of he fridge

27.

The police arrest Mister Toussaint because —

a)

they believe the energy beverage is hazardous material.

b)

the train station has been evacuated for no reason.

28.

Which detail best supports the reason the refrigerator ordered more groceries?

a)

Ms. Rousseau has a signed order for grocery.

b)

Mr. Toussaint identifies LOONY GOONY after analyzing data.

c)

The refrigerator tells Mr. Toussaint that the food was spoiled.

d)

Mr. Toussaint throws out the pouch of LOONY GOONY.

29.

Who is the main character in The Brave Toaster?

a)

Toaster

b)

Lampy

c)

Blanky

d)

Radio

30.

What does the word furious mean?

a)

Extremely angry

b)

Slightly angry

c)

Extremely happy

d)

Slightly happy

31.

What does the word confronted mean?

a)

Happily faced/stood up to.  

b)

Angrily faced/stood up to.  

c)

Sadly faced/stood up to.  

d)

Scarily faced/stood up to.  

32.

What does the word enthusiastically mean?

a)

With lots of angry interest .

b)

With lots of furios interest .

c)

With lots of excited interest .

d)

With lots of educated clues.

33.

What does the word platform mean?

a)

Lowered, bumpy supporting surface.

b)

Lowered, flat supporting surface.

c)

Raised, bumpy supporting surface.

d)

Raised, flat supporting surface.

34.

programs that are used to check whether or not a computer or other machine is working properly

a)

option

b)

speculate

c)

diagnostic

d)

vindictive

35.

programs that are used to check whether or not a computer or other machine is working properly

a)

reintegrate

b)

consternation

c)

microwave

d)

diagnostics

36.

to pull back or in

a)

commentary

b)

speculate

c)

retract

d)

ample

37.

more than enough; plenty of

a)

ample

b)

rising action

c)

speculate

d)

abode

38.

to bring back together; to combine into one whole things or people that had once been together but have been then taken apart or separated

a)

reintegrate

b)

commentary

c)

retract

d)

resolution

39.

home

a)

chafe

b)

setting

c)

retract

d)

abode

40.

a sudden, alarming amazement or fear that results in extreme confusion or disapproval


a)

diagnostic

b)

consternation

c)

computation

d)

option

41.

seeking revenge

a)

vindictive

b)

chafe

c)

theme

d)

consternation

42.

to annoy or bother someone;

a)

vindictive

b)

chafe

c)

theme

d)

consternation

43.

to think or wonder about something; to come up with ideas or theories about something


a)

rising action

b)

speculate

c)

stipulate

d)

computation

44.

A person’s usual or principal work or business as a way to earn a living.

a)

occupation

b)

diagnostic

c)

toaster

d)

computation

45.

To offer an opinion or explanation of about a story or event.

a)

consternation

b)

speculate

c)

commentary

d)

input

46.

choice, or something that is available as a choice


a)

chafe

b)

toast

c)

option

d)

exposition

47.

A system of connections.

a)

network

b)

netscape

c)

option

d)

ample

48.

introduces the setting and characters in a story; tells you what the characters want

a)

rising action

b)

falling action

c)

resolution

d)

exposition

49.

presents the conflict(s) of a story

a)

rising action

b)

falling action

c)

resolution

d)

exposition

50.

where the characters deal with the results of the climax in a story

a)

rising action

b)

falling action

c)

resolution

d)

exposition

51.

the moment of greatest interest in a story; the turning point

a)

climax

b)

falling action

c)

resolution

d)

chafe

52.

brings the story to a close

a)

input

b)

falling action

c)

resolution

d)

chafe

53.

Science Fiction includes the following elements EXCEPT which one?

a)

combines real scientific facts and theories with imaginative elements

b)

may convey a message about the effects or consequences of technology

c)

is based on real historical events and people that existed throughout history

d)

includes the basic elements of fiction—setting, characters, plot, conflict, and theme

e)

may convey a message about the effects or consequences of technology

54.

Plot is...

a)

when the main character or characters try to solve the problem even while complications may be introduced

b)

when the characters, setting, and conflict are introduced

c)

a series of events that occur in stages of development in a story

d)

when the effects of the climax become clear

55.

Conflict is...

a)

when the main character or characters try to solve the problem

b)

when the effects of the climax become clear

c)

when the characters and setting are introduced

d)

a problem faced by the main character

56.

Which of the following is the time and place of the story's action?

a)

plot

b)

setting

c)

conflict

d)

climax

57.

During which point in the plot are the characters, setting, and conflict introduced?

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

climax

d)

falling action

58.

During which point in the plot are the characters trying to solve a problem?

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

climax

d)

falling action

59.

During which point in the plot is the greatest tension, when the conflict eases?

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

climax

d)

falling action

60.

During which point in the plot do the effects of the climax become clear?

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

climax

d)

falling action

61.

The resolution is the...

a)

character's purpose

b)

the most exciting part

c)

first event

d)

final outcome

62.

What do you call the message(s) about life or human nature in a story?

a)

resolution

b)

theme

c)

conflict

d)

voicemail

63.

Science Fiction includes the following elements EXCEPT which one?

a)

combines real scientific facts and theories with imaginative elements

b)

may convey a message about the effects or consequences of technology

c)

is based on real historical events and people that existed throughout history

d)

includes the basic elements of fiction—setting, characters, plot, conflict, and theme

e)

may convey a message about the effects or consequences of technology

64.

Plot is...

a)

when the main character or characters try to solve the problem even while complications may be introduced

b)

when the characters, setting, and conflict are introduced

c)

a series of events that occur in stages of development in a story

d)

when the effects of the climax become clear

65.

Conflict is...

a)

when the main character or characters try to solve the problem

b)

when the effects of the climax become clear

c)

when the characters and setting are introduced

d)

a problem faced by the main character

66.

Which of the following is the time and place of the story's action?

a)

plot

b)

setting

c)

conflict

d)

climax

67.

During which point in the plot are the characters, setting, and conflict introduced?

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

climax

d)

falling action

68.

During which point in the plot are the characters trying to solve a problem?

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

climax

d)

falling action

69.

During which point in the plot is the greatest tension, when the conflict eases?

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

climax

d)

falling action

70.

During which point in the plot do the effects of the climax become clear?

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

climax

d)

falling action

71.

The resolution is the...

a)

character's purpose

b)

the most exciting part

c)

first event

d)

final outcome

72.

What do you call the message(s) about life or human nature in a story?

a)

resolution

b)

theme

c)

conflict

d)

voicemail

73.

Who is the mysterious energy drink that interferes in Mr. Toussaint's networked home?

(a)  

74.

Mr. Touissaint came home to find an extra (a)   euros worth of grocery.

75.

What is the theme of the story?

a)

Technology is a double-edged sword.

b)

Technology control our lives.

c)

Technology improve our lives.

d)

Using normal appliances is better than using smart appliances.

76.

Who took Mr. Toussaint's toaster in the end of the story?

(a)  

77.

Why did Mr. Toussaint use the toaster to dispose Loony Goony?

4 lines
78.

Some also escaped from armed groups and tried to ' reintegrate ' into society or reunite with their families. What is the meaning of the italicized word?

a)

to go somewhere far away

b)

to stop talking

c)

to come together

d)

to run away

79.

How many smart appliances did Mr. Touissant use to dispose Loony Goony?

a)

2

b)

3

c)

4

d)

5

80.

the plot stage with the final outcome

a)

resolution

b)

speculate

c)

network

d)

plot

81.

complex, interconnected group or system

a)

network

b)

plot

c)

setting

d)

ample

82.

time and place

a)

occupation

b)

resolution

c)

setting

d)

speculate

83.

to be plentiful or enough

a)

option

b)

retract

c)

themes

d)

ample

84.

something chosen of available as a choice

a)

plot

b)

setting

c)

ample

d)

option

85.

messages in the story

a)

resolution

b)

speculate

c)

themes

d)

occupation

86.

to pull in

a)

retract

b)

themes

c)

occupation

d)

resolution

87.

an activity that serves as one's source of income

a)

speculate

b)

network

c)

occupation

d)

resolution

88.

a series of events in a story

a)

themes

b)

occupation

c)

plot

d)

setting

89.

to reason of form a theory about something based on available evidence

a)

themes

b)

occupation

c)

resolution

d)

speculate

90.

explanation or interpretation in the form of comments or observations

a)

ample

b)

resolution

c)

network

d)

commentary

91.

to annoy or bother someone

a)

reintegrate

b)

chafe

c)

themes

d)

retract

92.

a problem faced by the main character

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

conflict

d)

themes

93.

the plot stage where the characters, setting and conflict are introduced

a)

ample

b)

retract

c)

plot

d)

exposition

94.

the plot stage leading to the climax

a)

rising action

b)

plot

c)

option

d)

science fiction

95.

the plot stage where there is great tension

a)

themes

b)

climax

c)

rising action

d)

falling action

96.

to come together, as when similar materials are collected for recycling

a)

falling action

b)

chafe

c)

occupationq

d)

reintegrate

97.

the plot stage where the effects of the climax become clear

a)

falling action

b)

conflict

c)

themes

d)

plot

98.

Science Fiction includes the following elements EXCEPT which one?

a)

combines real scientific facts and theories with imaginative elements

b)

may convey a message about the effects or consequences of technology

c)

is based on real historical events and people that existed throughout history

d)

includes the basic elements of fiction—setting, characters, plot, conflict, and theme

e)

may convey a message about the effects or consequences of technology

99.

Plot is...

a)

when the main character or characters try to solve the problem even while complications may be introduced

b)

when the characters, setting, and conflict are introduced

c)

a series of events that occur in stages of development in a story

d)

when the effects of the climax become clear

100.

Conflict is...

a)

when the main character or characters try to solve the problem

b)

when the effects of the climax become clear

c)

when the characters and setting are introduced

d)

a problem faced by the main character

101.

Which of the following is the time and place of the story's action?

a)

plot

b)

setting

c)

conflict

d)

climax

102.

During which point in the plot are the characters, setting, and conflict introduced?

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

climax

d)

falling action

103.

During which point in the plot are the characters trying to solve a problem?

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

climax

d)

falling action

104.

During which point in the plot is the greatest tension, when the conflict eases?

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

climax

d)

falling action

105.

During which point in the plot do the effects of the climax become clear?

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

climax

d)

falling action

106.

The resolution is the...

a)

character's purpose

b)

the most exciting part

c)

first event

d)

final outcome

107.

What do you call the message(s) about life or human nature in a story?

a)

resolution

b)

theme

c)

conflict

d)

voicemail

108.

Why does Mister Toussaint's refrigerator order more groceries?

a)

The refrigerator detects that all the food has gone bad.

b)

Miz Rousseau receives a signed order for more groceries.

c)

LOONY GOONY tells the refrigerator the food is spoiled.

d)

The appliances reach a quorum about placing an order.

109.

The police arrest Mister Toussaint because--

a)

they believe the energy beverage is hazardous material.

b)

it is illegal to dispose of smart devices in public.

c)

they are collecting all the energy beverages for disposal.

d)

the train station has been evacuated for no reason.

110.

The toaster is able to destroy LOONY GOONY because--

a)

toasters are braver than all other appliances.

b)

the other appliances are afraid of the toaster.

c)

the quorum-sensors approve its action.

d)

it does not receive messages from other devices.

111.

The story is set in

a)

the past

b)

the present

c)

the future

112.

Who is Loony Goony?

a)

energy drink

b)

gas

c)

mercury

d)

explosive

113.

What does the word furious mean?

a)

Extremely angry

b)

Slightly angry

c)

Extremely happy

d)

Slightly happy

114.

What does the word confronted mean?

a)

Happily faced/stood up to.  

b)

Angrily faced/stood up to.  

c)

Sadly faced/stood up to.  

d)

Scarily faced/stood up to.  

115.

What does the word enthusiastically mean?

a)

With lots of angry interest .

b)

With lots of furios interest .

c)

With lots of excited interest .

d)

With lots of educated clues.

116.

What does the word platform mean?

a)

Lowered, bumpy supporting surface.

b)

Lowered, flat supporting surface.

c)

Raised, bumpy supporting surface.

d)

Raised, flat supporting surface.

117.

What does the word smug mean?

a)

Proud and snobby .

b)

Sad and foggy.

c)

Clear and high-pitched.

d)

Angry and furious.

118.

What does the word pored over mean?

a)

Quickly read.

b)

Carefully read.

c)

Took a look over in a rush.

d)

Flow rapidly in a steady stream.

119.

What does the word diagnostic mean?

a)

Figuring out the solution with a 

 person's health.

b)

Building up a problem with a 

 person's health.

c)

Figuring out the problem with a 

 person's health.

d)

Yelling out a problem with a 

 another person.

120.

What does the word beverage mean?

a)

A poisonous food.

b)

A beaver's mother.

c)

A fish.

d)

A drink.

121.

What does the word merrily mean?

a)

Happily

b)

Angrily

c)

Madly

d)

Mystically

122.

What does the word toxic mean?

a)

Healthy

b)

Poisonous

c)

In a jar.

d)

Mystically

123.

What does the word talk mean? (Choose 2)

a)

Natter

b)

Clatter

c)

Fight

d)

Chatter

e)

Sing

124.

What does the word chafe mean? (Choose 2)

a)

Annoy or bother.

b)

Rub together/irritate .

c)

Fight

d)

Cook

e)

Master something.

125.

What does the word bog mean?

a)

Annoy or bother.

b)

Dry ground with no moss.

c)

Dig deeply

d)

Wet ground with lots of moss.

126.

What does the word retract mean?

a)

Take back/withdraw back in.

b)

Give away/share.

c)

Dig deeply

d)

Take/steal.

127.

What does the word entire mean?

a)

Half

b)

Whole

c)

None

d)

Least

128.

What does the word biohazard mean?

a)

Health

b)

Life

c)

Poison

d)

Least

129.

What does the word vial mean?

a)

A small glass container.

b)

A huge wood container.

c)

A huge glass container.

d)

A small wood container.

130.

What does the word cargo mean?

a)

Things carried by a ship, etc.

b)

A green light (traffic light).

c)

To pack things in a small container.

d)

Really emotional.

131.

What does the word glasses mean?

a)

Lenses worn on the face that improve vision.

b)

Lenses put on the lightbulb that improve its reflection.

c)

A hard substance.

d)

Anything related to the hands.

132.

What does the word pensioner mean?

a)

A person getting money after being hired.

b)

A person losing money after retirement.

c)

A person getting money after retirement.

d)

A person losing money after being fired.

133.

What does the word inherited mean?

a)

Received (typically after someone's death)

b)

Lost (typically after a crime)

c)

Received (typically a party)

d)

Lost (typically after a soccer match)

134.

What does the word ample mean?

a)

Big enough.

b)

Small enough.

c)

Full enough.

d)

Hungry enough.

135.

What does the word gracefully mean?

a)

Fully

b)

Smartly

c)

Ugly

d)

Beautifully 

136.

What does the word reintegrate mean?

a)

Fully

b)

Re-empty/re-fill.

c)

Re-combine/re-create.

d)

Ugly 

137.

1. Part A Why does Mister Toussaint’s refrigerator order more groceries?

a)

The refrigerator takes stock and identifies missing items.

b)

Miz Rousseau receives a grocery list from the refrigerator.

c)

LOONY GOONY tells the refrigerator that the food is spoiled.

d)

The appliances reach a quorum about placing an order.

138.


1. Part B
Which detail best supports the correct answer?

a)

Miz Rousseau has a signed order for the groceries.

b)

Mister Toussaint identifies LOONY GOONY after analyzing data.

c)

The refrigerator tells Mister Toussaint that the food was spoiled.

d)

Mister Toussaint throws out the pouch of LOONY GOONY.

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2.
Why is the toaster able to destroy LOONY GOONY?

a)

The toaster is braver than the other kitchen appliances.

b)

The other appliances are not aware of the toaster.

c)

The apartment’s quorum-sensors approve the toaster’s actions.

d)

The toaster does not receive messages from other devices.

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What do you think the author's opinion of technology is?

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