WorksheetsDouglass and Shiloh Review
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which of the following best characterizes the selection as an autobiography?
It features a narrator describing real people.
It includes historical figures in real-life settings.
It is told in the first person about actual events.
It is narrated in the third person with factual accuracy.
What does the word "Commence" mean?
To stop
To begin
To finish
To evaluate
In paragraph 2 of the selection, Douglass refers to his mistress as "tigerlike" to highlight how
threatening she became when she chose to deny him an education
confused she was about whether to hate or enjoy being a slave owner
forceful she became in caring for the hungry or needy
angry she was when she saw her husband mistreating the slaves
What is the best definition of "Apprehension"?
Confidence
Fear or anxiety
Relief
Excitement
Who did Douglass bribe into teaching him how to read?
His mistress
His fellow slaves
Young white boys
His master
What is the meaning of "Vindication"?
Proving something wrong
A form of punishment
Justification or clearing from blame
Ignoring accusations
What does "Denunciation" mean?
Praise
Disapproval or condemnation
Support
Apology
Which sentence most effectively conveys a theme of the story of The Drummer Boy of Shiloh?
Overcoming fear is possible by focusing on one's duty.
Soldiers should not show emotion before going into battle.
Great military leaders can win battles without highly trained soldiers.
The role of a drummer boy in battle holds more significance than a general's leadership.
What is the meaning of "solemn"?
Lighthearted and carefree
Serious and earnest
Unpredictable and random
Loud and noisy
What does "helter-skelter" mean?
Neatly organized and planned
In a chaotic or disorderly manner
Carefully thought out
In a calm and controlled way
What does it mean to be "resolute"?
Doubtful and unsure
Firmly determined or unwavering
Easily distracted
Soft and flexible
Which of the following best describes something "muted"?
Extremely loud
Soft and quiet in sound or color
Overly bright and vibrant
Unclear and vague
Which of the following describes something done "legitimately"?
In a sneaky or deceitful manner
According to the law or rules
Without any planning
Without permission
Which of the following best describes the meaning of "strewn"?
Carefully placed in order
Scattered in various directions
Folded neatly
Packed into one place
What is most likely symbolized by the peach blossoms in the story?
Hunger and struggle
Opportunity and leadership
Loss of youth and innocence
Escape from death and suffering
Which two reasons most effectively explain why this selection is considered historical fiction?
The dialogue between the characters feels realistic.
The time period is depicted with accurate details.
The primary goal of the text is to present facts about a historical event.
The characters face a conflict that fits the historical context.
What does the idiom “Joby was his right hand and his left.” mean?
Joby will play loudly enough for soldiers on both sides to hear.
Joby has taken on another drummer’s job for the General.
Joby knows how to play the drums with both hands.
Joby is the General’s most important assistant.
What does the word "prudence" mean?
Recklessness and spontaneity
Wise and good judgment
Impulsiveness and haste
Confidence and boldness
What does the word "askew" mean?
Perfectly aligned and straight
Bent or tilted out of shape
Neatly arranged
Strong and stable
What is the definition of "unabated"?
Gradually decreasing in strength or intensity
not weakened or lessened in intensity
Stopping suddenly
Becoming more intense or stronger
