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Hachiko

Total questions: 36

Worksheet time: 1hrs 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

How does Kentaro first meet Hachiko?

a)
He adopts him from a shelter.
b)
He sees him wandering in the park.
c)
He buys him from a pet store.
d)
He finds him abandoned at Shibuya Station.
2.

During a game, Kai, Abigail, and Sophia are waiting for their turn. Which of them is waiting patiently?

a)

Kai is waiting impatiently and complaining

b)

Abigail is waiting anxiously and restlessly

c)

Sophia is waiting angrily and loudly

d)

Kai is waiting calmly and without complaining

3.

Maya, Aria, and Grace are playing a game of charades. Aria is acting out a word and the others have to guess it. She's biting her nails and pacing back and forth. What does 'anxiously' mean in this context?

a)

Feeling calm and relaxed

b)

Feeling excited and enthusiastic

c)

Feeling indifferent and unconcerned

d)

Feeling or showing worry, nervousness, or unease.

4.

During a school trip to Japan, Isla, Aria, and Henry visit the famous statue of Hachiko. What does this statue symbolize (or represent) to the people of Japan?

a)

loyalty and devotion

b)

betrayal and disloyalty

c)

friendship and companionship

d)

independence and freedom

5.

Aiden, Isla, and Abigail are discussing Hachiko's loyalty. They wonder how Kentaro's loyalty to Hachiko compares with Hachiko's loyalty to Dr. Ueno. What do you think?

a)

Kentaro is more loyal to Hachiko

b)

Hachiko is more loyal to Kentaro

c)

Their loyalty is equal

d)

Cannot be compared

6.

Sophia, Charlotte, and Lily are planning a trip to visit the famous Hachiko statue. In which city will they find the Hachiko story's location?

a)

Kyoto, Japan

b)

Osaka, Japan

c)

Seoul, South Korea

d)

Tokyo, Japan

7.

Hannah, Aria, and Scarlett are playing a game of charades. Hannah is acting out a character who is shy or hesitant. Which word best describes Hannah's character?

a)

Timidly

b)

Fearlessly

c)

Boldly

d)

Confidently

8.

Anika, Maya, and Henry are having a debate. If Anika is thinking 'thoughtfully', what does it mean?

a)

Anika is thinking lazily and carelessly.

b)

Anika is thinking carefully and considerately.

c)

Anika is thinking recklessly and impulsively.

d)

Anika is thinking without any consideration or reflection.

9.

Imagine Olivia, Harper, and Isla are on a thrilling adventure in Japan. They stumble upon a mystery about Dr. Ueno. Can you guess where Dr. Ueno met his end?

a)

Kyoto, Japan

b)

Osaka, Japan

c)

Seoul, South Korea

d)

In the midst of their university exploration

10.

During a game of hide and seek, Noah, Aiden, and Ethan were hiding. Ethan hid silently. What does silently mean in this context?

a)

In a whisper

b)

Loudly and obnoxiously

c)

Without making any noise or sound

d)

Without making any noise or sound

11.

Lily, Ava, and Abigail are discussing their favorite books. They start talking about the setting of a story. What is a setting of a story?

a)

The lesson or moral of the story.

b)

The main character of the story.

c)

The problem or conflict in the story.

d)

The time and place in which the story takes place.

12.

Elijah, Noah, and Aria are having a debate. What are they experiencing when they have opposing interests, ideas, or beliefs?

a)

Agreement or harmony between two or more parties with similar interests, ideas, or beliefs.

b)

A state of confusion or chaos.

c)

A physical fight or altercation between two or more individuals.

d)

Disagreement or clash between two or more parties with opposing interests, ideas, or beliefs.

13.

Abigail, Aria, and Zoe are having a discussion about themes. Can you help them understand what a theme is?

a)

A theme is a type of party or event.

b)

A theme is a central topic or idea in a piece of writing or artwork.

c)

A theme is a type of music genre.

d)

A theme is a color scheme used in design.

14.

Hey Lily, Grace, and Jackson! Can you spot the correct sentence about Hachiko?

a)

hachiko was born in japan in november of 1923.

b)

Hachiko was born in Japan in November of 1923.

c)

hachiko was born in Japan in November 1923.

d)

Hachiko was born in Japan in november 1923.

15.

Which sentence would Mason, Priya, and Ethan choose as the correct one for their English project about a loyal dog?

a)

the loyal dog walked from his home to shibuya station each day.

b)

the Loyal Dog walked from his home to Shibuya station each day.

c)

The loyal dog walked from his home to Shibuya Station each day.

16-20.

Hachiko

Hachiko was a loyal dog who lived in Japan in the 1920s. He was an Akita breed and belonged to a professor named Hidesaburo Ueno. Every day, Hachiko would accompany his owner to the Shibuya train station in Tokyo and wait for him to return from work.

One day, Professor Ueno suffered a stroke while at work and sadly passed away. Hachiko, however, continued to wait for his owner at the train station every day for nearly 10 years, hoping to see him again. This loyal act of Hachiko touched the hearts of many people in Japan and he became a symbol of loyalty and devotion.

Hachiko's story became widely known and people from all over the country started visiting the Shibuya train station to see the loyal dog. A statue of Hachiko was erected at the station in his honor. Even after his death, Hachiko's legacy lives on and his story continues to inspire people around the world.

In conclusion, Hachiko was a loyal dog who captured the hearts of many with his unwavering devotion to his owner. His story teaches us the importance of loyalty and the impact that one small act of kindness can have on the lives of others.

16.

Why did people from all over the country start visiting the Shibuya train station?

a)

To see the loyal dog Hachiko

b)

To catch a train

c)

To meet their friends

d)

To buy tickets

17.

What did Hachiko do every day at the Shibuya train station?

a)

Wait for his owner to return from work

b)

Catch the train to work

c)

Play with other dogs at the station

d)

Explore the city of Tokyo

18.

What unfortunate event happened to Professor Ueno?

a)

He retired from his job

b)

He won a prestigious award

c)

He suffered a stroke and passed away

d)

He went on a vacation

19.

What breed did Hachiko belong to?

a)

Labrador Retriever

b)

Golden Retriever

c)

Akita

d)

Siberian Husky

20.

Where did Hachiko live?

a)

China

b)

Japan

c)

India

d)

Australia

21.
According to "Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog," what does Hachiko do every day?
a)
Hachiko steals food from strangers in the city square
b)
Hachiko escorts his owner to and from the train station
c)
Hachiko gets lost walking from the station to his home
d)
Hachiko accompanies Kentaro to his school downtown
22.
In "Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog," who is Hachiko's owner?
a)
A university professor
b)
A young boy from Tokyo
c)
A busy train conductor
d)
A station security guard
23.
Who is the narrator of "Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog?" 
a)
Dr. Ueno, an older man
b)
Hachiko, a loyal dog
c)
Mr. Kobashi, Kentaro's father
d)
Kentaro, a young boy
24.
In "Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog," why does Hachiko's owner stop going to the train station?
a)
He stops taking the train to work
b)
He dies while he is at work
c)
He decides to leave Hachiko behind
d)
He moves to another city
25.
According to "Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog," how do the Japanese people honor Hachiko?
a)
They give him scraps of food
b)
They send his owner flowers
c)
They find him a new home
d)
They build a statue of him
26.
Which of the following must be true of a person silently standing in line?
a)
She is loud
b)
She is quiet
c)
She is kind
d)
She is angry
27.
What is the most likely meaning of anxiously in the following sentence?
Marcus anxiously waited for the teacher to grade his report.
a)
forgetfully
b)
cheerfully
c)
peacefully
d)
nervously
28.
Which of the following situations could best be used to illustrate the meaning of timidly?
a)
A boy happily acting in a play
b)
A woman playfully making a joke
c)
A girl shyly giving her first speech
d)
A man lazily relaxing in a chair
29.
Read these sentences from "Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog." 
The dog was beautiful, but his sharp face reminded me of a wolf's. I grabbed mama's kimono and stepped behind her, just in case.
Why does the dog's physical similarity to a wolf frighten the narrator?
a)
Wolves are known to be huge
b)
Wolves are know to be smart
c)
Wolves are known to be dangerous
d)
Wolves are know to be friendly
30.
In "Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog," which description best defines Kentaro's relationship to Hachiko?
a)
Hachiko is Kentaro's long lost cousin
b)
Hachiko is Kentaro's longtime enemy
c)
Hachiko is Kentaro's demanding master
d)
Hachiko is Kentaro's reliable friend
31.
In "Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog," which word best describes how people felt about Hachiko after his owner's death?
a)
Angry
b)
Caring
c)
Nervous
d)
Peaceful
32.
Read the final sentence from "Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog." 
"Today Hachiko is a place where friends and family long separated come together again."
What is the most likely reason the author concluded the story with this statement?
a)
It reminds the reader that Hachiko reunited with his owner each day, and his statue serves a similar purpose for friends and families
b)
It emphasizes that the statue still brings the community together, just as Hachiko tried to do while he was alive. 
c)
It helps the reader understand that Hachiko might have been forgotten, but luckily the statue acts as a reminder of the loyal dog. 
d)
It suggest that Hachiko was lonely during his life, but today people show their love of him by gathering at the statue. 
33.
What is one reason "Hachiko" The True Story of a Loyal Dog" is considered historical fiction?
a)
The story ends with a continuing conflict. 
b)
The story is entirely imagined by the author. 
c)
It is based on real events from the past. 
d)
All the characters are made up by the author
34.
In "Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog," what conflict does Kentaro face when Dr. Ueno dies?
a)
Kentaro struggles to understand why Dr. Ueno has died. 
b)
Kentaro worries that he will never see Hachiko again. 
c)
Kentaro wants Mr. Kobayashi to adopt Hachiko, but he refuses.
d)
Kentaro fears that Hachiko will be treated poorly in his new home. 
35.
In "Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog," what theme or message about life, is revealed through Hachiko's actions?
a)
Loyalty must be taught to others. 
b)
Being loyal always results in pain. 
c)
Loyalty can cause one to lose hope. 
d)
True loyalty to another is lifelong. 
36.

What part of speech does the suffix -ly create when added to the end of an adjective?

a)

noun

b)

verb

c)

adverb

d)

conjunction

37.
The base word thorough means "complete." Use this information as well as your knowledge of the suffix -ly to select the correct definition of thoroughly. 
a)
to complete
b)
in a complete way
c)
a completed task
d)
a state of being complete
38.
Which of the following sentences contains a misspelled plural noun?
a)
Melissa planted some seeds. 
b)
Jose enjoys smelling flowers. 
c)
Those daisys are growing tall.
d)
Fresh tomatoes taste the best. 
39.
Which of the following sentences uses correct capitalization? 
a)
my sister Donna volunteers at Cherrywood Park. 
b)
My sister Donna volunteers at cherrywood park. 
c)
My sister donna volunteers at Cherrywood Park. 
d)
My sister Donna volunteers at Cherrywood Park. 
40.
Read the following sentence.
Parrots are known to be intelligent birds. 
Why is the word Parrots capitalized in the sentence. 
a)
It is the first word. 
b)
It is a proper noun.
c)
It is a person's title.
d)
It is a proper adjective.