JCK 8th Grade English Final Exam

They show respect for the ideas presented by Emily Post.

They are ashamed about how their child has behaved.

They point out how their child can be courteous to someone.

They point out how their child can be rude.

Both are confused about what to do in a particular situation.

Both think that what they are being asked to do is unfair.

Both refuse to take responsibility for their actions.

Both would prefer to disregard the requests of others.

Noah’s mother insists that he write a thank-you letter to his grandparents.

Noah’s mother expresses concern about the youth of her sons’ generation.

Noah explains why he believes he should receive a thank-you letter.

Noah points out that his brother has something to be thankful for.

Noah’s mother thinks that computers are not useful tools, while the author

understands the value of technology.

Noah’s mother believes it is young people who are not courteous, while the author

believes that some adults also lack courtesy.

Noah’s mother applauds the behavior of others, while the author criticizes the

behavior of others.

Noah’s mother encourages her sons to appreciate their elders, while the author

explains how adults need to demonstrate more respect for young people.

implies that etiquette focuses too much on others’ feelings and not enough on a

person’s own actions

suggests that traditional ideas about etiquette do not apply to the digital etiquette

needed today

implies that hosting a party based on the information from Emily Post’s book

would be difficult today

communicates that even though some etiquette rules may be outdated, the need

to have manners is still important today

provide an opportunity

give up on a task

make acceptable

explain in detail

describing personal observations

referring to facts on the subject

sharing quotations from experts on the subject

comparing rules from the past with rules from the present

They tell their children not to interrupt when others are talking.

Children are taught to apologize when they’ve been disrespectful to a schoolmate.

Imagine the confusion children feel when adults refuse to practice the simple

courtesies they themselves preach.

It’s true that we live in a fast-paced world now, and technology has contributed to

the “instantness” of our society.

guarantees that others will show their appreciation by being kind in return

is not something that should be practiced only at a young age

requires time and energy but is still worthwhile

is less important for adults than for children

My mother insisted that I write a B & B letter to my grandparents.

“Is Joey writing a B & B to Grandma and Grandpa Eberle?”

She explained—not too patiently—that a B & B letter is a bread and butter letter

you write to people to thank them for having you as their houseguest.

My brother Joey had been sent to my other set of grandparents, who live in a

normal suburb in Connecticut.

emphasize the mother’s struggle to understand Noah’s feelings

show the mother’s opinion about B & B letters

highlight the contrast between the two brothers’ experiences

share Noah’s feelings about his situation

increasing the tension between Noah and his mother

forcing his mother to take away his privilege of using the computer

leading his mother to doubt what she has taught him about respect

causing Noah to have to listen to his mother lecture about letter writing

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depicts writers as being self-absorbed in their work

illustrates why grocery stores are interesting places to observe people

suggests that technology has increased our ability to stay in touch with friends

emphasizes the man’s rudeness by exaggerating how long he took to write a

text message

Noah will not be able to avoid fulfilling his mother’s request

his mother knows that writing the letter may take a long time

Noah thinks his grandparents will not appreciate receiving the letter

his mother believes that Joey’s letter will be more sincere than Noah’s letter