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Total questions: 31
Worksheet time: 34mins
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What is coordinate R?
(2,5)
(0,1)
(2,3)
(1,0)
1⅔ + 1⅚
How does knowledge of the exam affect Dickie’s mom and dad?
Dickie’s mom becomes anxious and sad, while Dickie’s dad becomes easily irritated.
Dickie’s mom and dad express doubt that their son is ready for the exam.
Dickie’s mom and dad stress about preparing their son for the exam.
Dickie’s mom is not bothered by the exam, while Dickie’s dad is upset about it.
What do the questions that Dickie asks while his father is reading the newspaper reveal about Dickie's character?
They suggest that Dickie doesn’t usually get along with his father.
They show how curious Dickie is about how the world works.
They stress that Dickie isn’t as intelligent as he claims.
They show how much Dickie relies on his father for simple ideas.
Which statement best expresses the theme of the story?
It’s better to downplay your own intelligence.
The government has been known to violate people’s rights.
High intelligence can be viewed as a dangerous thing.
People have higher expectations for children as they grow up.
Why did Dickie fail to pass the exam?
He lied during the exam.
He was too smart.
He wasn't smart enough.
He took too long to answer questions.
The room that Dickie and his father wait in…
looks dangerous.
is cozy.
lacks comfort.
scares Dickie.
How does Dickie feel on the morning of the exam?
He’s afraid he’s not smart enough.
He’s starting to become nervous.
He isn’t worried about the exam.
He’s looking forward to the exam.
Why does Dickie's mom crying the morning of the examination?
She’s sad that he’s a year older.
She’s happy to see her son take the exam.
She feels bad about Dickie’s birthday party.
She’s afraid for Dickie to take the exam.
While Mr. Jordan (Dad) is reading the newspaper, Dickie...
asks a lot of questions.
is only interested in watching television.
continues worrying about the exam.
takes a nap.
How do Dickie’s parents react when he asks about the exam?
They avoid talking too much about it.
They get excited about the idea of Dickie taking it.
They stress how important it is that he does well.
They lie to Dickie about the exam.
On the day of Dickie's birthday, his parents...
are happy for him.
are sad he's growing up.
are nervous about something.
are irritated with his selfishness.
How did Dickie's parents find out the results of the test?
Dickie told them when he got home.
Dickie's teacher called them.
The government center called home.
They never found out the results.
What was the conflict of the story?
There was a test all 12 year olds have to take.
Dickie and his best friend have a fight.
Dickie's parents were arguing.
It was raining on Dickie's birthday.
Why doesn’t Dickie know about the test prior to his birthday?
Nobody knows which day the government will call.
He was told about it but forgot.
Dickie's parents didn't want to worry him.
Only certain kids are selected to take the test.
He wandered towards the window, and peered gloomily at the veil of mist that shrouded the glass.
Which of the following meanings of veil is used in the sentence above?
a piece of fine material worn by women to protect or conceal the face
a thing that serves to cover, conceal, or disguise
a membrane which is attached to the body of some toadstools and ruptures in the course of development
the piece of precious cloth separating the sanctuary from the body of the Temple or the Tabernacle
“The room was as cold and official as a courtroom, with long benches flanking metal tables.” “There was a young man wearing an insignia-less tunic, seated at a polished desk in front of Room 404.” “A concealed loudspeaker crackled and called off the first name.”
What do these descriptions tell us about the government?
It values cleanliness.
It is impersonal and cold.
It has a lot of money.
It is warm and inviting.
Which statement best expresses a theme of the short story?
It's better to downplay your own intelligence
The government always violates people's rights
High intelligence can be viewed as a dangerous thing
People have higher expectations for children as they grow up
“We regret to inform you that his intelligence quotient has exceeded the government regulation, according to Rule 84, Section 5 of the New Code.”
Which words tells us that Mr. Jordan is about to get bad news?
regret, inform, quotient
regret, exceeded, regulation
regret, quotient, according
regret, Section 5, New Code
What poetic device is used in the following sentence? “The room was as cold and official as a courtroom.”
metaphor
personification
simile
hyperbole
What is the meaning of the word rattled as it is used in this sentence: “His father, now slumped into an armchair with the Government newspaper, rattled the sheets in vexation”?
knocked
moved
played with a toy rattler
disconnected
On the day of Dickie's birthday, his parents...
are happy for him
are sad he's growing up
are nervous about something
are upset with his selfishness
The story takes place in the
past
present
future
