WorksheetsFirst Day of School
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 3hrs 47mins
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1.
The description of the setting in paragraphs 1–2 of “The First Day of School” shows that
John —
a)
enjoys the cooler weather
b)
likes the routine of school
c)
is sorry summer is over
d)
is usually late to school
2.
In “The First Day of School,” the main way that readers learn that this day is different from other days is through —
a)
John’s actions
b)
Audrey’s dress
c)
dialogue between John and Audrey
d)
dialogue between John and his mother
3.
Read the thesaurus entry.
lingered
v: remained, dawdled, hung around, remained alive
Which synonym would best replace the word lingered in paragraph 25 of “The First Day of School”?
a)
Remained
b)
Dawdled
c)
Hung around
d)
Remained alive
4.
The flashback in paragraphs 27–28 of “The First Day of School” affects the story by —
a)
reflecting John’s fear of what is to come
b)
telling how Audrey feels toward John
c)
showing that John’s mother gives wise advice
d)
explaining why John disagrees with his mother
5.
Read the sentences.
John does not want Audrey to go to school. She convinces him to change his mind.
Which sentence most effectively combines the two simple sentences into a complex sentence?
a)
John does not want Audrey to go to school, and she convinces him to change his mind.
b)
Audrey convinces John to change his mind because he does not want her to go to school.
c)
Audrey convinces John to change his mind, but John does not want Audrey to go to school.
d)
Even though John does not want Audrey to go to school, she convinces him to change his mind.
6.
Which two conflicts are at the center of “The First Day of School”?
a)
John vs. nature
b)
John vs. society
c)
John vs. Audrey
d)
John vs. his fears
e)
John vs. his mother
7.
Which part of the plot the following quote belongs?
"He forced her halfway to her knees with the strength of his fear and rage."
a)
Exposition
b)
Rising Action
c)
Climax
d)
Falling Action
e)
Resolution
8.
Which part of the plot the following quote belongs?
"As they hesitated to listen, she put her hands to either side of her mouth and called to them the words she had so often used when she let them go away from home."
a)
Exposition
b)
Rising Action
c)
Climax
d)
Falling Action
e)
Resolution
9.
Which part of the plot the following quote belongs?
"Summer was over, when the gracious oncoming of morning light and the stir of early breezes promised that time was a luxury."
a)
Exposition
b)
Rising Action
c)
Climax
d)
Falling Action
e)
Resolution
10.
In New Kid, what is the conflict that Jordan describes?
a)
His new friends aren’t friends with each other.
b)
His interests are different from those of his classmates.
c)
He does not get his way when he plays with his classmates.
d)
He has a high opinion of himself that his classmates don’t agree with.
11.
In New Kid, Jordan’s conversation with his grandfather makes him feel more comfortable with his friends at his new school by —
a)
making him more sympathetic to his friends
b)
inspiring him to find out more about his friends’ interests
c)
stopping him from worrying about whether he and his friends are different
d)
helping him to see how to introduce his grandfather and parents to his friends
12.
The author of New Kid reveals which city the story takes place in by including —
a)
a caption saying exactly where they live
b)
recognizable landmarks in the drawings
c)
a note establishing the setting at the bottom of a frame
d)
dialogue in which a character mentions city features
13.
This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.
Part A
Which statement is a theme of New Kid?
a)
It is difficult to overcome fear.
b)
You can learn a lot from games.
c)
Competition is good for friendship.
d)
Making friends is an important part of growing up.
14.
Part B
Which two quotes from New Kid best support the answer to Part A?
a)
He’s black, but it took us a while to connect. (panel 23)
b)
You don’t always have to choose, kiddo. (panel 30)
c)
So I decided to see if General Tso’s chicken could get along with pepper steak. (panel 34)
d)
Jordan, grab the gold. (panel 36)
e)
Guys, I gotta go. (panel 40)
15.
Why does the author include details about the National Guard?
a)
to show how John's character develops
b)
to distract the reader from the real story
c)
to describe the National Guard's role in events
d)
to add information that increases tension in the plot
16.
This question has two parts. First answer Part A, then Part B.
Part A. What word describes John's feeling toward his sister?
a)
envious
b)
annoyed
c)
resentful
d)
protective
17.
Part B. What excerpt from the story best supports the answer to Part A?
a)
"She looked fresh and cool in her white dress." (paragraph 13)
b)
"Once he had kicked Audrey's doll buggy down these same steps." (paragraph 27)
c)
"But he wouldn't go unless Audrey stayed home." (paragraph 29)
d)
"As soon as they were alone, he took Audrey's bare arm in his hand and pinched hard." (paragraph 31)
18.
What is the challenge that both Jordan and Gran'pa are dealing with?
a)
using new technology
b)
fitting in to a new place
c)
maintaining old friendships
d)
living up to Chuck's expectations
19.
from New Kid
This question has two parts. First answer Part A, then Part B.
Part A
How does Jordan resolve the main conflict by the end of the story?
a)
He has dinner with Gran'pa at a restaurant.
b)
He decides to go to an art school in ninth grade.
c)
He follows Gran'pa's advice about making choices.
d)
He uses his art skills to draw a solution to his trouble.
20.
from New Kid
Part B
Select the excerpt that best supports the correct resolution in Part A.
a)
"I played soccer. It was okay. Even scored a goal. But it was freezing!" (page 146)
b)
"No, it's usually just me and Liam, or me and Drew." (page 147)
c)
"But luckily, the High School of Art, Music, and Mime doesn't start till ninth grade." (page 149)
d)
"So I decided to see if General Tso's Chicken could get along with Pepper Steak." (page 152)
21.
Combine the sentences:
I wanted to buy ice cream. I forgot my wallet.
a)
A. I wanted to buy ice cream, but I forgot my wallet.
b)
B. I wanted to buy ice cream after I forgot my wallet.
c)
C. I wanted to buy ice cream because I forgot my wallet.
d)
D. I wanted to buy ice cream before I forgot my wallet.
22.
Which of the following is a compound sentence?
a)
A. We can go to the beach, or we can stay home.
b)
B. We can go to the beach with our friends.
c)
C. Going to the beach sounds fun.
d)
D. The beach is near our house.
23.
Combine the sentences:
My sister likes reading. I enjoy painting.
a)
A. My sister likes reading, and I enjoy painting.
b)
B. My sister likes reading because I enjoy painting.
c)
C. My sister likes reading while I enjoy painting.
d)
D. My sister likes reading although I enjoy painting.
24.
Which of the following is a simple sentence?
a)
A. The clouds were dark, and it looked like rain.
b)
B. The sun shines brightly.
c)
C. The wind blew hard, and the trees swayed.
d)
D. I wanted to run, but it was too cold.
25.
Combine the sentences.
He trained every day. He didn’t win the race.
a)
A. He trained every day, yet he didn’t win the race.
b)
B. He trained every day, so he didn’t win the race.
c)
C. He trained every day because he didn’t win the race.
d)
D. He trained every day when he didn’t win the race.
26.
Combine the two simple sentences to make a compound sentence.
She doesn’t like apples. She doesn’t like oranges.
a)
A. She doesn’t like apples, nor does she like oranges.
b)
B. She doesn’t like apples because they are sour.
c)
C. She doesn’t like apples after eating oranges.
d)
D. She doesn’t like apples when they are soft.
27.
Identify the simple sentence.
a)
A. I wanted to go, but my mother said no.
b)
B. I washed the car, and my brother cleaned the garage.
c)
C. The dog barked loudly at the mailman.
d)
D. The rain stopped, and the sun came out.
28.
Which sentence is a compound sentence?
a)
A. The teacher smiled, and the students clapped.
b)
B. The teacher with the red book smiled warmly.
c)
C. The smiling teacher waved to her class.
d)
D. The teacher smiled at the students in the hallway.
29.
What does the word linger mean in the sentence below?
The sweet smell of flowers lingered in the room even after everyone left.
a)
A. Disappear quickly
b)
B. Stay for a long time
c)
C. Move fast
d)
D. Change completely
30.
Choose the sentence that correctly uses stealthily.
a)
A. The thief moved stealthily through the dark hallway.
b)
B. The thief moved loudly through the dark hallway.
c)
C. The thief moved angrily through the dark hallway.
d)
D. The thief moved proudly through the dark hallway.
31.
What does the word lament mean?
a)
A. To celebrate something happily
b)
B. To show regret or sadness
c)
C. To forget about something
d)
D. To make someone laugh
32.
Which sentence uses the word serene correctly?
a)
A. The lake looked calm and serene at sunrise.
b)
B. The lake looked crowded and noisy at sunrise.
c)
C. The lake looked stormy and wild at sunrise.
d)
D. The lake looked dirty and rough at sunrise.
33.
What does resentment mean in this sentence?
She felt resentment after her idea was ignored during the meeting.
a)
A. Happiness about the decision
b)
B. Anger or bitterness about being treated unfairly
c)
C. Curiosity about others’ opinions
d)
D. Confidence in her teammates
34.
Which sentence best shows the meaning of stout?
a)
A. The stout man lifted the heavy box with ease.
b)
B. The stout man was too shy to speak in front of others.
c)
C. The stout man hid behind the door in fear.
d)
D. The stout man ran quickly past the crowd.
35.
What is the meaning of poised in the sentence below?
The dancer stood poised on the stage, ready to perform.
a)
A. Nervous and unsure
b)
B. Balanced and confident
c)
C. Angry and impatient
d)
D. Bored and distracted
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