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Worksheets2025-2026 S1 ELA Review
Total questions: 211
Worksheet time: 4hrs 57mins
What term does Gladwell use to describe individuals who achieve extraordinary success and stand out from the norm?
Mavericks
Outliers
Pioneers
Visionaries
What is the Roseto Mystery that Gladwell explores in "Outliers"?
The disappearance of a prominent figure in the Roseto community.
The unusually low rates of heart disease in the Italian-American town of Roseto.
The discovery of a hidden treasure in the town of Roseto.
The unsolved murder of a local resident in Roseto.
How did the rates of heart disease in Roseto compare to neighboring towns?
Roseto had significantly lower rates of heart disease.
Roseto had significantly higher rates of heart disease.
Roseto had similar rates of heart disease
Roseto had sporadic rates of heart disease.
How does Gladwell use the example of the Roseto community to challenge conventional wisdom?
He argues that genetics are the primary determinant of health outcomes.
He suggests that lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise are the sole predictors of heart disease.
He emphasizes the importance of social connections and community in promoting health and well-being.
He contends that environmental factors have little impact on health outcomes.
How does Gladwell use the example of Roseto to challenge the idea of rugged individualism?
He argues that rugged individualism is the key to success and well-being.
He suggests that rugged individualism leads to social isolation and poor health outcomes.
He emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and independence in achieving success.
He contends that rugged individualism is a myth and that social connections are essential for success and well-being.
How does Gladwell challenge the idea that individual behavior is the primary determinant of health outcomes?
He argues that genetic factors play a more significant role in health outcomes than individual behavior.
He suggests that environmental factors such as pollution and access to healthcare are more important than individual behavior.
He emphasizes the role of social connections and community in shaping health outcomes.
He contends that luck and chance are the primary determinants of health outcomes.
How does Gladwell challenge the idea that individual behavior is the primary determinant of health outcomes?
He argues that genetic factors play a more significant role in health outcomes than individual behavior.
He suggests that environmental factors such as pollution and access to healthcare are more important than individual behavior.
He emphasizes the role of social connections and community in shaping health outcomes.
He contends that luck and chance are the primary determinants of health outcomes.
In 'The Matthew Effect' chapter of 'Outliers,' what does the term 'Matthew Effect' refer to?
The compounding advantage that successful individuals gain over time.
The influence of family dynamics on individual success.
The role of genetics in determining intelligence.
The significance of early education in shaping future achievements.
According to Gladwell, what is the origin of the term 'Matthew Effect'?
It comes from the biblical passage in the Gospel of Matthew.
It is named after a famous psychologist named Matthew.
It is derived from a popular self-help book titled 'The Matthew Principle.'
It is a term coined by educational theorists to describe learning patterns.
What does Gladwell argue is the reason why a disproportionate number of professional hockey players are born in the earlier months of the year?
They have better genetics.
They receive better coaching.
They have more access to training facilities.
They are older within their age group, giving them a developmental advantage.
In Chapter 1, Gladwell discusses the influence of birth month on athletic success. Which month is statistically more likely to produce professional hockey players in Canada?
January
May
September
December
What is the significance of the cutoff date for age eligibility in Canadian youth hockey leagues, as discussed by Gladwell?
It determines which players are selected for professional teams.
It influences the timing of players' birthdays and their developmental advantages.
It ensures fair competition among players of similar ages.
It has no impact on players' long-term success in the sport.
What is the significance of the cutoff date for age eligibility in Canadian youth hockey leagues, as discussed by Gladwell?
It determines which players are selected for professional teams.
It influences the timing of players' birthdays and their developmental advantages.
It ensures fair competition among players of similar ages.
It has no impact on players' long-term success in the sport.
What does Gladwell mean by the "accumulative advantage" in the context of the Matthew Effect?
The advantage gained by individuals through hard work and dedication.
The advantage gained by individuals through innate talent and intelligence.
The advantage gained by individuals through early opportunities and resources.
The advantage gained by individuals through social connections and networking.
How does Gladwell challenge the notion of meritocracy in the context of the Matthew Effect?
He argues that meritocracy is the most effective system for allocating resources.
He suggests that meritocracy fails to account for early advantages that some individuals receive.
He believes that meritocracy ensures equal opportunities for all individuals.
He contends that meritocracy only benefits those with innate talent.
How does Gladwell argue that the Matthew Effect applies to educational opportunities?
Students from affluent families receive better education.
Students who perform well academically receive more opportunities for enrichment.
Students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided with additional resources.
Academic success is solely determined by intelligence and effort.
Which of the following statements accurately summarizes Gladwell's argument about the relationship between success and opportunity?
Success is solely determined by opportunity and has little to do with individual effort or ability.
Success is primarily determined by individual effort and ability, with opportunity playing a minor role.
Success is a combination of individual effort and ability, along with seizing opportunities presented by one's circumstances.
Success is entirely random and unpredictable, with no correlation to either individual effort or opportunity.
Which of the following statements best summarizes the Matthew Effect as discussed by Gladwell?
Success is primarily determined by innate talent.
Success is a result of hard work and perseverance.
Success is influenced by early advantages that accumulate over time.
Success is random and unpredictable.
According to Gladwell, why are children born earlier in the year more likely to be selected for elite hockey teams?
They receive better coaching and training.
They have innate athletic abilities.
They are older within their age group, giving them a developmental advantage.
They have access to better equipment and facilities.
In the chapter "The 10,000-Hour Rule" of "Outliers," what does the term "10,000-Hour Rule" refer to?
The number of hours required to become proficient in any skill or field.
The recommended amount of time for daily practice.
The time it takes to achieve success in a particular profession.
The duration of a standard workweek.
What example does Gladwell use to illustrate the concept of the 10,000-Hour Rule?
The success of Bill Gates in computer programming.
The achievements of Mozart in music composition.
The expertise of professional athletes in their respective sports.
The mastery of chess grandmasters in the game of chess.
How does Gladwell challenge the idea of innate talent in relation to success?
He argues that talent is the sole determinant of success.
He suggests that talent is irrelevant when compared to hard work and practice.
He believes that only a select few are born with natural talent.
He contends that talent can be developed and refined through practice.
According to Gladwell, what role does opportunity play in the development of expertise?
Opportunity is irrelevant; success is solely determined by individual effort.
Opportunity provides the necessary resources for practice and skill development.
Opportunity is overrated and often leads to complacency.
Opportunity is a barrier for those without innate talent.
How does Gladwell use the example of The Beatles to support the 10,000-Hour Rule?
He demonstrates how The Beatles achieved success through luck alone.
He shows how The Beatles' extensive practice and performances contributed to their success.
He argues that The Beatles were naturally gifted musicians with little need for practice.
He suggests that The Beatles' success was primarily due to their innovative songwriting.
According to Gladwell, what distinguishes successful individuals from their peers?
Superior intelligence.
Wealthy background.
Early opportunities for practice and skill development.
Natural charisma.
How does Gladwell use the example of the computer programming pioneers to illustrate the 10,000-Hour Rule?
He shows how they achieved success through sheer luck.
He demonstrates how they spent countless hours practicing and refining their skills.
He argues that they were born with innate talent for programming.
He suggests that they had access to better educational resources than others.
What does Gladwell mean by the "accumulation of advantages" in the context of the 10,000-Hour Rule?
The inherent advantages possessed by individuals from privileged backgrounds.
The advantages gained through consistent practice and skill development.
The advantages provided by early opportunities and resources.
The advantages of being naturally talented.
According to Gladwell, why is it crucial for individuals to start practicing at a young age?
Young individuals have more free time to devote to practice.
Early practice allows for skill development during critical periods of brain development.
Young individuals are more likely to have supportive mentors.
Starting early ensures that individuals will reach the 10,000-hour mark sooner.
According to Gladwell, why is it crucial for individuals to start practicing at a young age?
Young individuals have more free time to devote to practice.
Early practice allows for skill development during critical periods of brain development.
Young individuals are more likely to have supportive mentors.
Starting early ensures that individuals will reach the 10,000-hour mark sooner.
According to Gladwell, why do some individuals fail to achieve expertise despite extensive practice?
They lack innate talent.
They lack opportunity.
They do not practice effectively.
They are not motivated enough.
In "The Trouble with Geniuses, Part 1," what is the main premise that Gladwell explores?
The inherent superiority of geniuses over ordinary individuals
The limitations and drawbacks of relying solely on intelligence tests to measure ability
The impact of socioeconomic status on academic achievement
The importance of early childhood education in nurturing talent
According to Gladwell, what is the purpose of IQ tests?
To accurately measure an individual's intelligence and potential for success
To identify individuals who are gifted and talented
To predict an individual's academic and career success
To categorize individuals based on their intellectual abilities
According to Gladwell, what is the purpose of IQ tests?
To accurately measure an individual's intelligence and potential for success
To identify individuals who are gifted and talented
To predict an individual's academic and career success
To categorize individuals based on their intellectual abilities
What does Gladwell suggest about the relationship between intelligence and success?
Intelligence is the sole predictor of an individual's success
Intelligence is irrelevant in determining an individual's success
Intelligence is one factor among many that contribute to an individual's success
Intelligence is inversely related to an individual's success
According to "Outliers," what factor hindered Chris Langan's academic success despite his high intelligence?
Lack of motivation
Lack of opportunity
Lack of resources
Lack of parental support
According to "Outliers," what played a significant role in Robert Oppenheimer's success?
Natural talent
Cultural background
Social connections
Hard work and determination
According to "Outliers," what played a significant role in Robert Oppenheimer's success?
Natural talent
Cultural background
Social connections
Hard work and determination
How does Gladwell challenge the notion of IQ tests as a reliable measure of intelligence?
He argues that IQ tests do not accurately measure creativity and practical intelligence.
He suggests that IQ tests are biased against certain demographic groups.
He believes that IQ tests are outdated and no longer relevant in modern society.
He contends that IQ tests accurately predict an individual's future success.
In "The Trouble with Geniuses, Part 1," Gladwell introduces the concept of "threshold effect." What does this term refer to?
The point at which intelligence becomes a hindrance to success.
The point at which an individual's intelligence surpasses a certain threshold and becomes irrelevant.
The point at which intelligence is no longer a predictor of success.
The point at which an individual's intelligence reaches its peak potential.
According to Gladwell, what are the limitations of having a high IQ, as discussed in "The Trouble with Geniuses, Part 1"?
High IQ individuals often lack social skills.
High IQ individuals are prone to mental health issues.
High IQ alone does not guarantee success.
High IQ individuals struggle with creativity and innovation.
In "The Trouble with Geniuses, Part 2," Gladwell discusses the concept of "practical intelligence." What does this term refer to?
Intelligence as measured by IQ tests.
Intelligence gained through formal education.
Intelligence related to social skills and real-world problem-solving.
Intelligence that is innate and unchangeable.
What conclusion does Gladwell draw regarding the relationship between practical intelligence and success?
Practical intelligence is the only predictor of success.
Practical intelligence is irrelevant when compared to innate talent.
Practical intelligence is necessary for success but not sufficient on its own.
Practical intelligence has no impact on an individual's chances of success.
What conclusion does Gladwell draw regarding the relationship between practical intelligence and success?
Practical intelligence is the only predictor of success.
Practical intelligence is irrelevant when compared to innate talent.
Practical intelligence is necessary for success but not sufficient on its own.
Practical intelligence has no impact on an individual's chances of success.
Which of the following best describes the content discussed in the life story of Joe Flom?
The life story of Joe Flom and his rise to success.
The importance of education in achieving success.
The impact of cultural heritage on career trajectories.
The role of timing and opportunity in shaping success.
What does Gladwell suggest is the main reason for Joe Flom's success?
Flom's exceptional intelligence and talent.
Flom's cultural heritage and demographic luck.
Flom's early access to quality education.
Flom's relentless perseverance and determination.
What does Gladwell suggest about the role of cultural background in shaping an individual's opportunities?
Cultural background has no impact on an individual's opportunities.
Cultural background plays a minor role in shaping an individual's opportunities.
Cultural background is the sole determinant of an individual's opportunities.
Cultural background plays a significant role in shaping an individual's opportunities.
What was one of the key findings regarding the Termite's life outcomes in Lewis Terman's study?
They achieved remarkable success across various fields, surpassing their peers.
Students born between 1903 and 1911 were less successful than those born between 1912 and 1917.
Students born between 1903 and 1911 were more successful than those born between 1912 and 1917.
They experienced average levels of success, similar to their peers.
In "Rice Paddies and Math Tests," what phenomenon does Gladwell explore regarding mathematical achievement among different cultures?
The influence of socioeconomic status on mathematical performance.
The impact of cultural attitudes and practices on mathematical success.
The role of genetics in mathematical aptitude.
The importance of individual effort and intelligence in mathematical achievement.
According to Gladwell, what cultural factor contributes to the mathematical success of Asian students?
A focus on creativity and innovation in education.
A tradition of hard work and perseverance.
A lack of emphasis on education and academic achievement.
A reliance on innate talent rather than effort.
How does Gladwell use the example of rice farming to illustrate the cultural attitudes towards hard work and effort?
He demonstrates how rice farming requires continuous effort and diligence.
He argues that rice farming is a simple task that does not require much effort.
He suggests that rice farming is irrelevant to the discussion of cultural attitudes towards effort.
He shows how rice farming is associated with laziness and procrastination.
According to Gladwell, what cultural difference separates Asian and Western attitudes towards learning and achievement?
Asians value individualism and independence, while Westerners prioritize collectivism.
Asians believe that success is primarily determined by effort and hard work, while Westerners emphasize innate talent and intelligence.
Asians place a greater emphasis on leisure and relaxation, while Westerners prioritize work and productivity.
Asians view education as a burden and obstacle, while Westerners see it as a pathway to success.
According to Gladwell, what role does the cultural legacy of rice farming play in shaping Asian attitudes towards learning?
It instills a sense of discipline and perseverance necessary for academic success.
It encourages laziness and procrastination, hindering academic achievement.
It has no impact on Asian attitudes towards learning.
It fosters a competitive environment that discourages cooperation and collaboration.
What conclusion does Gladwell draw regarding the relationship between effort and mathematical achievement?
Effort is irrelevant to mathematical achievement.
Effort is the primary determinant of mathematical success.
Effort plays a minor role in mathematical achievement compared to innate talent.
Effort is only necessary for individuals lacking innate mathematical talent.
How does Gladwell challenge the idea of "mathematical genius" in the context of Asian students' success?
He suggests that mathematical genius is irrelevant to success in mathematics.
He argues that mathematical genius is primarily determined by cultural attitudes towards effort and perseverance.
He emphasizes that mathematical genius is a rare and innate trait.
He contends that mathematical genius is overrated and that success is primarily determined by effort.
What conclusion does Gladwell draw regarding the relationship between cultural legacy and academic achievement?
Cultural legacy has no impact on academic achievement.
Cultural legacy plays a minor role in academic achievement compared to innate talent.
Cultural legacy influences individuals' attitudes towards effort and perseverance, which in turn impact academic achievement.
Cultural legacy is the sole determinant of academic achievement.
How did Lewis Terman's study select participants for the termites?
Based on their exceptional artistic talents.
Through random selection from various socioeconomic backgrounds.
By identifying children with above-average IQ scores.
Based on their physical fitness and athletic abilities.
How does Gladwell use the example of Christopher Langan to explore the concept of genius?
He demonstrates how Langan's high IQ score led to academic and career success.
He shows how Langan's high IQ score did not translate into real-world success.
He argues that Langan's low IQ score hindered his potential for success.
He suggests that Langan's intelligence was solely determined by genetics.
How does Gladwell use the example of Flom's work at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom to illustrate his success?
He highlights Flom's exceptional legal skills and knowledge.
He emphasizes Flom's ability to navigate complex legal matters.
He shows how Flom built one of the most successful law firms in the world.
He argues that Flom's success was primarily due to luck.
How does Gladwell challenge the idea of individual meritocracy in the context of Joe Flom's success?
He suggests that Flom's success was primarily due to external factors rather than individual effort.
He argues that Flom's success was solely determined by his innate talent.
He emphasizes that Flom's success was solely due to his own efforts and abilities.
He contends that Flom's success was inevitable due to his privileged background.
How does Gladwell challenge the concept of "genius" in relation to the 10,000-Hour Rule?
He argues that genius is an innate trait that cannot be developed through practice.
He suggests that genius is a result of extensive practice and hard work.
He contends that genius is a meaningless label applied to successful individuals.
He believes that genius is primarily determined by luck.
How does Gladwell challenge the belief that elite education guarantees success?
He argues that elite education is irrelevant when compared to innate talent.
He suggests that elite education often fails to nurture practical intelligence.
He emphasizes that elite education is the sole predictor of success.
He contends that elite education is inaccessible to individuals with low IQs.
Robert Oppenheimer, discussed in "Outliers," is famously associated with:
Discovering penicillin
Inventing the telephone
Leading the Manhattan Project
Winning the Nobel Prize in Literature
How is Canadian hockey a “meritocracy”?
Children are rewarded based on talent.
Children from wealthy families have the greatest advantage.
Children with athletic siblings have the greatest advantage.
Children are rewarded based on popularity.
What do people assume about people who are successful?
That success is based on luck and chance
That they cheat and lie
That successful people have never experienced failure
That they had a better education
Gladwell defines achievement as:
Talent plus preparation
Hard work plus good grades
People skills plus professional skills
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Why were so many of the bands playing in clubs in Hamburg, Germany from Liverpool, England?
Many British musicians had relatives in Germany.
Germans like rock music more than Brits.
The German club promotor happened to meet a businessman from Liverpool who connected him with bands from Liverpool.
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What makes computer moguls Bill Gates's, Paul Allen's, Steve Ballmer's, Steve Jobs's, Eric Schmidt's, and Bill Joy's birth years ideal in terms of their future success?
They were the oldest students in their class.
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They were born before the Korean and Vietnam wars.
They were the perfect age during the dawn of the personal computer age.
Which of these inferences is best supported by the first paragraph on page 82?
The brightest students in America would probably choose MIT over DePauw.
Although DePauw, Holy Cross, and Gettysburg College aren’t as prestigious as Yale, Columbia, and MIT, they are still good schools.
DePauw, Holy Cross, and Gettysburg College are bad schools on a list of elite colleges.
Malcolm Gladwell attended MIT as an undergraduate.
What is most likely the author’s purpose for detailing Terman’s error (pages 89–90)?
To emphasize the bias of the Nobel Prize committee.
To show the ineffectiveness of data collection.
To emphasize that IQ makes no difference whatsoever.
To prove that Terman, like so many others, didn’t look at the whole picture.
The descriptions of Oppenheimer’s path to success (pages 98–99) mainly reveal that Oppenheimer __________.
manipulated Groves to get a job
had to work extra hard to compensate for his history of mental illness
knew how to work the system to gain an edge
relied entirely on his academic success and intelligence
Christopher Langan is most known for all of the following except
speaking by 6 months of age.
having an IQ of 195.
receiving the Nobel Prize in physics.
being the smartest man in America.
The threshold effect occurs
when someone who has achieved a small amount of success is given another opportunity to get better, and then another, and another until s/he is obviously more successful than others.
when a person's IQ has a reached a point at which having more IQ points would not automatically mean that that person is any smarter than someone else who has, say 10 or 20 less IQ points.
after a person has put in 10.000 hours of deliberate practice.
Christopher left school due to
Attempting to poison his tutor
His mother failed to file scholarship paperwork
He got into a fight at the local college bar
He decided college was a waste of time
Name the 3 main points of chapters 3 & 4 (select all that apply
Practical intelligence is as important as IQ
A person's cultural background plays a big part in their success
Your IQ is the only measurable component when it comes to success
Nobody can be successful unless they come from a good family
A low IQ means you have no chance for success
Which of these inferences about Joe Flom is most strongly supported by text (page 117)?
He was a top student because of his diligence and studiousness.
He would often judge his classmates as having an inferior intellect and memory.
He was a top student because of his natural instinct for judgment.
He considered dropping out of Harvard because he detested note taking.
Which of these statements is most strongly supported by the description of Maurice Janklow’s life (pages 132-133)?
Had he had been born Catholic or at a different time in history, he would have had a greater chance at success.
Maurice Janklow would have succeeded if he had worked harder and possessed greater discipline.
During the Depression, Jewish lawyers were forced by the government to close their firms.
Which of these statements is most strongly supported by the description of Maurice Janklow’s life (pages 132-133)?
Had he had been born Catholic or at a different time in history, he would have had a greater chance at success.
Maurice Janklow would have succeeded if he had worked harder and possessed greater discipline.
During the Depression, Jewish lawyers were forced by the government to close their firms.
Which of these inferences about hard work is best supported by the first full paragraph on page 150?
Bill Gates and the Beatles were extremely hard workers.
The Beatles and the Borgenichts weren’t afraid of working long hours.
Hard work is appealing when the work is fulfilling in some way.
Louis Borgenicht thought about quitting in the hard, early years of his business.
Which of these inferences about the firm housed in Black Rock is most strongly supported by the first paragraph of page 155?
The firm is composed of only Jewish lawyers.
The firm commands tremendous respect throughout the legal world.
The firm has represented several United States presidents.
The firm is corrupt and bills illegally.
Joe Flom's success came due to:
His connections to other law firms
His 10,000 hours of work
His birth month
The change in the economy; his skill became suddenly very valuable
The Midwest
Maycomb County, Alabama
Boston, Massachusetts
England
Why has Gatsby been throwing parties?
to flaunt his wealth
to attract Daisy's attention
to meet new people
because he likes to party
Why did Daisy marry Tom?
Tom is more attractive than Gatsby
Tom has more money than Gatsby
He is from the same social/wealth class (old money) as her so she chooses the security he provides
Tom loves her and she loves him
Jordan had an affair with Tom.
Daisy and Gatsby fell in love when she was 18.
Gatsby tried to stop the wedding but he wasn't let inside.
Tom threatened to kill Gatsby if she didn’t marry him.
What ironic comment does Wolfsheim make about Gatsby?
"Handsome to look at and a perfect gentleman."
"Gatsby's very careful about women. He would never so much as look at a friend's wife."
"There's the kind of man you'd like to take home and introduce to your mother and sister."
"He's honest to a T and fiercely loyal."
Which group of words best describes Tom?
intelligent, handsome, caring
arrogant, controlling, power hungry
rugged, hard-working, conceited
What is the most alluring aspect of Daisy?
Her personality
Her conversational skills
Her face
Her voice
What makes people trust and confide in Nick?
He gives good advice.
He chooses to reserve all judgments.
He's not a careless person.
He has a nice face.
In the first chapter, what explanation does Nick give to Tom and Daisy to assure them that he's not engaged?
He was never even dating anyone.
He broke up with her before he moved to NY.
He likes being a bachelor too much.
He is too poor to be married.
Which setting is known for housing the old money types?
West Egg
East Egg
Flushing
New York City
Which of the following is NOT what the color green symbolizes?
nature
hope
longing
desire
What does the green light symbolize?
Gatsby's hope/longing for a life of old-money status with Daisy
Gatsby's lust for continued wealth
Tom's envy of Gatsby
Nick's jealousy of Gatsby
Who is Myrtle?
Nick's girlfriend; Jordan's friend
Tom's wife; Catherine's sister
George's wife; Tom's girlfriend
Tom's wife; George's girlfriend
What attracted Myrtle to Tom in the first place?
His handsome face
His crisp white shirt front
His pick-up lines
His smile
Why does Daisy insist she wants her daughter to grow up to be a "beautiful little fool"?
She knows she's pretty stupid, so she hopes she's pretty
She sees no value in being smart because she isn't very intelligent herself
She wants her to compete in beauty pageants
She is aware of her position in her world and is unhappy with it, so she wants her daughter to be oblivious to it
In whose house does Gatsby have his reunion with Daisy?
His own house
The Wilsons' house
Daisy's house
Nick's house
"Fat, bald man with no life in his eyes"
"A grey old man with an absurd resemblance to J.D. Rockefeller."
"A slender, worldly girl, of about thirty."
"He was a blond, spiritless man, anemic, and faintly handsome."
Why did Gatsby throw huge parties?
He had a lot of friends.
He loved to spend his money.
He didn't like to be alone.
He hoped Daisy would wander in one night.
What happens the night before Daisy's wedding to Tom?
Jordan tells Daisy that Tom had an affair with the maid.
Daisy receives a letter from Gatsby asking her to wait.
Nick tries to talk Daisy out of the marriage.
Gatsby gives Daisy an expensive pearl necklace.
One clue that Meyer Wolfsheim is a shady character is that his cuff buttons were made of
diamonds
dice
human teeth
bullets
The green light symbolizes Gatsby's hopes and dreams for the future, his American dream. How does Daisy's visit to Gatsby's house affect his hopes and dreams?
He is even more hopeful about their future.
The symbol of his dream seems less important.
His dream died.
His dream changed.
What does Tom's behavior in the opening chapters of the novel indicated to the reader about his character?
He is easy going
He is a bore
He is generous
He is a bully
How does Nick describe himself?
Cowardly
Rude
Popular
Honest
How does Gatsby feel about the forward march of time?
He accepts that he will never win Daisy back
He celebrates change and new opportunities
He rejects the idea and believes he can recreate the past
He warns Nick not to waste his time thinking about the past
How does the narrator describe Gatsby?
Gatsby was brilliant, although smug and self-centered
Gatsby had an extraordinary gift for hope, and a romantic readiness
Gatsby was a big, hulking brute of a man
Gatsby was self-assured and showed boundless enthusiasm about most topics
From where did the narrator, Nick Carraway, come and why?
From France to establish a vineyard in New York
From the south to become an actor on Broadway
From the northwest to be a fashion designer
From the Midwest to study the bond business
Describe Nick Carraway's living arrangements.
It's one of the largest on the island, made of brick and surrounded by gardens.
It's a newly renovated carriage house on the grounds of one of the mansions.
It's a weather beaten bungalow squeezed between mansions
It's roomy, but not too large for one person, with a gazebo and a boathouse.
Describe Tom and Daisy Buchanan’s house.
It's a formal and traditional colonial Georgian mansion.
It's a low and modernistic home, designed to blend in with the scenery.
It's a replica of a Spanish hacienda, with a central garden and fountains.
It's an enormous mansion, although in a state of disrepair
How does Nick know Daisy and Tom?
Nick and Tom served in the war together. He met Daisy at their wedding.
Nick and Daisy went to school together. Daisy was dating Tom.
He met them through a friend of his parents in Chicago.
Daisy and Nick are cousins. Nick and Tom knew each other from school.
What kind of person is Daisy?
Daisy is flighty, very superficial. She acts this way to cover her pain.
Daisy is an intellectual
Daisy is a down-to-earth, sweet, naïve young woman.
Daisy is mean and cold-hearted.
When asked about her daughter, what does Daisy say?
I hope she'll be a fool - that's the best thing a girl can be in this world, a beautiful little fool.
I wish I had never had her!
I suppose she talks – and eats and everything.
Isn't she a little darling?
How is Gatsby introduced into the novel at the end of the chapter?
He is mentioned in a conversation between Nick and Jordan. Later, Nick sees him mysteriously on lawn in the moonlight.
Nick meets him at one of Gatsby's parties.
Everyone talks about him at the Buchanan's. Later Nick sees him with Daisy.
Jordan tells Daisy about Tom's affair, and Daisy meets Gatsby to begin an affair of her own to get even with Tom.
What is the "valley of ashes"?
An area in East Egg where a fire had been many years ago.
A barren, lower-middle class area separating East Egg from West Egg.
An industrial zone
An imaginary place used as a metaphor for Gatsby's loneliness
What are the "eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg"?
Seeing eye dogs that the doctor trains for the Association of the Blind
A group of security guards who monitor the doctor's home and offices
A new kind of contact lens that the doctor has just developed
An illustration on a billboard overlooking the valley of ashes
Who does Tom take Nick to meet?
His mistress
Dr. T.J. Eckleburg
His parents
Gatsby
What item does Gatsby almost break on Nick’s mantle?
An urn
A porcelain sculpture
A picture of his family
A clock
When Nick brings Daisy to the front door, where has Gatsby gone?
He has run away back to his house out of embarrassment
He circled around behind Nick’s home and appeared at the front door
He’s in the kitchen preparing tea
He’s hiding in the hallway out of embarrassment
How long did it take Gatsby to earn the money to buy his mansion?
Three years
Eleven months
Two years
Fifteen days
What did Gatsby do to impress Daisy?
He gives her a pearl necklace worth $500,000.
He shows her the love letters he had written her, but never sent.
He shows her his house and elegant clothes.
He takes her for a ride in his hydroplane.
When Gatsby, Daisy, and Nick are in Gatsby’s mansion, why does Daisy begin crying?
She knows a relationship between she and Gatsby could never work out.
She’s so happy to know the Gatsby still loves her that she can’t help it.
She doesn’t know what to do about her unhappy marriage.
She’s never seen such beautiful shirts before.
What had the green light on the dock meant to Gatsby?
It stands for his vision of his enchanted future with Daisy
It is safe for him and his guests to go swimming
It is clear to land the hydroplane
It is a tribute to his companions who had died in the war
What does this line from the book mean? "The vitality of his illusion had gone beyond Daisy – beyond everything."
The meeting was not as good as he had fantasized, and he was very disappointed.
He was mentally unstable and unable to cope with reality.
He had, through his years of dreaming, made her larger-than-life.
He was so energized, he was becoming manic.
What does Gatsby do to annoy Tom?
He insists on introducing Tom as Daisy's husband
He insists on introducing Tom as “the polo player
He keeps forgetting to introduce Tom at all
He ignores Tom and keeps trying to kiss Daisy
Why is Daisy unimpressed with the famous people she meets at Gatsby's party?
Old Money isn’t exposed to New Money; she’s never met anyone famous
She just wants to leave; she doesn’t feel well
She doesn’t care about anyone but Gatsby
Old Money is actually kind of offended by the flashy New Money crowd
Tom assumes that Gatsby is a/an:
Member of the Nouveau Riche due to the Stock Market boom
Bootlegger; that he earns his money illegally
Old Money snob trying to reinvent himself
Follower of Meyer Wolfsheim sent to investigate how the Old Money families live
What was Gatsby's reaction to Daisy's child?
He says he has always dreamed of having children
He looks at her with surprise.
He backs away, saying that he is uncomfortable around children
He hugs the child and says she looks just like Daisy
What did George Wilson do to his wife Myrtle?
He took her to the hospital to have her broken nose fixed. He wants her to know he loves her and forgives her, no matter what she has done.
He beats her in a jealous rage. He overheard her talking to her sister about Tom.
He locked her in her room. He suspects she is having an affair.
He brought her flowers and promised to be a better husband. He is worried that she will leave him.
Why do the five (Gatsby, Daisy, Tom, Nick, and Jordan) drive into the city on such a hot afternoon?
They have tickets for a Broadway matinee.
Gatsby offers to take them out in the ocean on his yacht.
Nick knows of a hotel that specializes in icy cold baths.
Daisy wants to avoid confrontation and get away from her problems. This simply just gives them something to do.
What does Gatsby think about Daisy's relationship with Tom?
He believes Daisy never loved Tom.
He thinks Daisy will do anything to hurt Tom because he has cheated on her.
He believes that she once loved Tom, but doesn’t anymore.
He thinks Daisy loves Tom, but he has never loved her.
What is Daisy's reaction to both men?
She realizes that Gatsby is a fraud and decides she is better off with Tom.
She thinks they are both self-centered fools, and she doesn’t want either of them.
She wants the escape provided by Gatsby, but needs Tom because he is a lot like her, rich and reckless.
She is afraid that Tom will get violent. She thinks she is safer with Gatsby.
Which of these statements about other characters' reactions to Myrtle's death is true?
Wilson thinks she deserved it for cheating on him.
Tom's first instinct is to protect himself. Later he cries.
Nick is not interested because he hardly knows her.
Gatsby thinks he can make up for it by paying Wilson a lot of money.
How are Tom and Daisy alike?
They are both arrogant and overbearing or domineering.
They are both careless and don't take responsibility for their actions.
They are both consumed with jealousy
They are unhappy but too scared to do anything about it
What does Gatsby tell Nick about his past?
He knew right away that Daisy only loved him for his money, but she was so lovely and charming that he didn’t care.
He was already married when he met Daisy. He was planning to get a divorce after the war so he could marry her.
He fell in love with her and lied about his financial status to impress her.
He knew Daisy was rich, and he wanted to be in control of her fortune.
What does Michaelis believe caused Myrtle to run into the street?
She was running away from her abusive husband
She was drunk and didn’t know what she was doing
She saw Tom in the yellow car and was running to him
She was trying to make it to the train station on time
What does Michaelis believe caused Myrtle to run into the street?
She was running away from her abusive husband
She was drunk and didn’t know what she was doing
She saw Tom in the yellow car and was running to him
She was trying to make it to the train station on time
Why does she actually run?
She thought she saw Tom in the yellow car and was running to him.
Her sister had promised to pick her up and take her to the apartment. She thought the car was her sisters.
She was terrified that Wilson had snapped and was going to kill her.
She thought Tom was through with her, and she tried to commit suicide.
Why does Wilson believe that Gatsby killed Myrtle?
Tom tells him that the car is Gatsby’s
He traces the license number and finds it is Gatsby’s
A mechanic friend gives him the tip
An eyewitness identified the car and the driver
What does Wilson then do?
He goes to the police
He kills Gatsby and then himself
He leaves the city, a defeated man
He hires a thug to kill Gatsby and destroy the car
Why is Nick unable to get anyone to attend Gatsby's funeral?
The police had roped off the area and no one could get to the house.
Nick didn’t have any names and addresses so he couldn’t contact people.
Gatsby had no close friends who really cared about him.
In his will, Gatsby had specified that he did not want a crowd at his funeral.
Who is Henry C. Gatz?
The undertaker
Gatsby's father
The man who buys Gatsby's house
The owl-eyed man
Why is the book that Gatsby's father shows Nick important to the novel?
It’s a book that Daisy once gave him, and it shows that she did love him.
It foreshadows Gatsby's death.
It shows Gatsby's romantic spirit and desire to get ahead.
It is the only memorabilia the father has, and symbolizes his relationship with his son.
What happens between Nick and Jordan Baker?
Nick breaks off the relationship because she offends his moral sensibilities.
Nick proposes, but she tells him her golfing career is more important.
Nick leaves New York without contacting her.
Nick tries to break up, but she begs him to stay. He realizes he loves her and stays with her.
What does Nick say about people like Daisy and Tom?
They were dreamers who refused to see reality, but would never really be happy.
They were rich snobs who thought they were above the law and common people.
They were careless people who smashed things and creatures and let others clean up the mess.
They were evil and didn’t deserve the wealth that they had.
Who wrote, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD?
Truman Capote
Harper Lee
Dwayne Johnson
Scout Finch
What is the setting of the novel?
Maycomb, Alabama 1900's
Maycomb, Alabama, 1930's
Meridian, Mississippi, 1930's
Meridian, Mississippi, 1900's
What is the setting of the novel?
Maycomb, Alabama 1900's
Maycomb, Alabama, 1930's
Meridian, Mississippi, 1930's
Meridian, Mississippi, 1900's
Who is narrating the book?
Atticus FInch
Scout Finch
Jem Finch
Boo Radley
Which family doesn't take anything that they can't pay back?
Cunninghams
Radleys
Finches
Ewell
What are the children most fascinated by in the first part of the book?
talking to Miss Maudie
Reading Books
seeing Boo Bradley
Going to school
Which character pours molasses all over his/her dinner?
Walter Cunningham
Burris Ewell
Scout Finch
Dill Harris
Which of the following lists contains items found in the knothole?
gum, whistle, pennies, marbles
crayons, gum, jacks, soap figures
pennies, gum, note
pennies, twine, soap figures, gum
What happened to Jem's pants the night they peeked in the Radley's window?
They got dirty as he climbed up to see inside the house.
He discovered they were ripped when he got home.
He took them off and laid them over the fence.
They were ripped off as he and his friends struggled to get back through the fence.
What is significant about the soap figures they find in the knothole?
They have lots of detail.
They are very crudely made and very ugly.
They look like Atticus and Ms. Maudie.
They look like Scout and Jem.
The Radleys are different than other families in Maycomb because
they keep to themselves
they give large dinner parties
they own slaves
their house was a mansion compared to the other houses in town
According to town gossip, when Arthur Radley got into trouble, his father
beat him nearly to death
kept him home and out of sight for fifteen years
allowed Arthur to attend a reformatory school
killed him
What was so interesting about Jem's pants when he went back to get them from the Radley house?
They were folded and sewn
They were dyed and washed
They were washed and folded
They were dyed and sewn
What did Nathan Radley do to the tree?
Filled the hole with cement
Cut it down
Put the gifts for the kids in it
Chased the kids from it
Who died that winter in the beginning of chapter 8?
Mrs. Dubois
Mrs. Radley
Ms. Maudie
Calpurnia
What happened that made Scout think the world was ending?
It was snowing
There was a wildfire
There was a hurricane
A tornado came through
What did Jem and Scout build in the yard?
A snowman
A treehouse
A doghouse
A snowfort
What happened at Miss Maudie's house?
it caught fire
it collapsed in the snow
it was broken into at night
it was remodeled
What did the people of Maycomb do to help Miss Maudie?
removed her furniture from her house
saved her baby from the nursery
rescued her cat from the roof
fed her and wrapped her in blankets
What did Scout have on that neither her nor Jem could explain when they returned home that night?
a brown blanket
a warm jacket
a men's shirt
a sunhat
How does Atticus react when Jem tells him all about Boo?
calm and positive
angry and negative
indifferent and bland
confused and frustrated
Which thesis sentence is written correctly?
In the end, President trumps first 100 days have not been successful because he is a liar. Donald Trump has appointed ineffective people into important positions. He has damaged our relationships with other countries.
First off, President trumps first 100 days have not been successful because he is a liar, he has appointed ineffective people into important positions and he has damaged our relationships with other countries.
In the end, President trumps first 100 days have not been successful because he is a liar, he has appointed ineffective people into important positions and he has damaged our relationships with other countries.
In the end, President trumps first 100 days have not been successful. He is a liar, he has appointed ineffective people into important positions and he has damaged our relationships with other countries.
What is the purpose of a hook sentence?
To tell the reader what your essay is going to be about.
To get your reader interested in your essay.
To share the authors opinion with the reader.
To provide facts to the reader.
How many sentences in a thesis statement?
4
3
2
1
What is the purpose of a counterclaim?
Shows that you are smart.
Shows that you have considered the other side of the argument.
Shows that only your opinion matters.
Shows that you are only discussing one side of the argument.
What is the structure of body paragraph #1?
Topic sentence (claim #1), evidence, explanation, concluding sentence
Counterclaim, evidence, explanation, concluding sentence
Counterclaim, rebuttal, evidence, explanation, concluding sentence
Topic sentence (claim #2), evidence, explanation, concluding sentence
Which of these is NOT a part of an argumentative essay?
Introduction
Conclusion
Body Paragraphs
Setting
What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?
to persuade the reader
to tell an interesting story
to entertain the reader
to give information about a topic
What two paragraphs in your essay should look similar?
Body and Conclusion
Body and Introduction
Introduction and Conclusion
Body Paragraph 1 and Body Paragraph 2
Which of these phrases would be good to use to cite text evidence?
In conclusion,
In my opinion,
According to the text,
In other words,
What is an informative essay?
An essay that tells a story.
An essay that gives the author's opinion.
An essay that gives information about somebody / something.
What are the three parts of the essay?
Hook, Supporting Details, Concluding Sentence
Introduction, Body Paragraphs, Conclusion
Controlling Idea, Topic Sentence, Restate Controlling Idea
Each body paragraph starts with ____________.
A topic sentence
Supporting details
A closing sentence
