"Another Time, Another Place" Test

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Which of the following is NOT a method of characterization?

A description of a character's appearance

The actions or speech of the main character

The reactions of other characters

The reasons for a character's behavior

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

Every hair on Jon's head was in place. Not a speck of dust was on his eyeglasses. Jon had ironed his shirt twice, but he checked it for wrinkles once more before he left the house.

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

"Monica doesn't know it yet, but she won the award," said Mrs. Esposito. "That's great to hear," said Erin. Avery nodded her head. "Nobody is more deserving. Monica worked so hard."

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

I just know that I'm going to sound like an idiot, thought Sandra as she waited for the interview.

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

"I guess that band is okay," Todd said, "if you don't like good lyrics and singers who can carry a tune."

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

Andy walked his dog every morning and evening, without fail.

Based on speech, how would you describe Chris?

"Hey, did you hear? There's a plan to build a basketball court in our neighborhood!" said Jerome. Chris smiled widely. "Really? That's awesome. When will it be finished? I can't wait to beat you at hoops everday after school!" Chris teased.

excited

inspired

unimpressed

angry

"Can you believe Leah had us get here by six in the morning?" huffed Kyla. Tracey kept working. "Say what you want about her, but admit this much—Leah gets the job done." "That's right, Trace," agreed Darren. "Leah works hard, and she knows how to get us to work hard."

What is Leah like?

responsible

playful

painfully shy

disorganized

(1) Jake's self-confidence was legendary. Even in a power outage, in subzero cold, with snow and wind howling outside, he was calm and focused. (2) "You can't shake Jake," people said. (3) For the ninth time, Jake finished rebuilding his emergency radio and tried it. Come on, squawk box, he thought. (4) A voice suddenly crackled on the speaker. (5) Grinning, Jake pressed a button and spoke: "Greetings from sunny, tropical North Dakota!"

Which numbered section is an example of direct characterization?

1

2

3

4

In Section 5, the writer's description of Jake's words reveal the character's—

secret fear

frustration

carelessness

sense of humor

(1) Chandra entered her spotless shop and set to work. (2) She took out her supplies and laid them in order on the bench. (3) Then, she read the assembly instructions carefully. (4) Adjusting the light, Chandra sat on the stool and put on protective glasses. (5) Now, she could begin.

In Sentence 2, the writer develops Chandra indirectly by describing her—

speech

appearance

actions

thoughts

At the beginning of the story, why does Gilbert say that he hates time?

There is never enough time to do the things he wants to do.

He is trying to pick a fight with Emmy and the twins.

He thinks time is a tyrant that he can't control.

His father spends a lot of time at work.

What does the author express with the simile, “the summer roared past like a three-masted schooner before a gale”?

The summer was very stormy.

The summer was very eventful.

Gilbert's father spent the summer at sea.

The summer passed very quickly.

What inference can you make about Gilbert's character from his interest in time?

He is studious.

He is foolish.

He is inquisitive.

He is stubborn.

Why does Gilbert feel that making his father laugh was “like Christmas and his birthday and a day at the beach all rolled into one”?

Gilbert's father doesn't laugh very often.

Pleasing his father makes Gilbert very happy.

Gilbert wants his father to think that he is clever.

His father will stay at home longer if Gilbert makes him laugh.

What does the handcar symbolize in the story?

An escape from the tyranny of time.

Gilbert's relationship with his father.

The swift passage of time.

Rebellion against authority.

A person who speaks with eloquence is

boring

loud

persuasive

knowledgeable

To be marooned in a place is to be

abandoned

imprisoned

surrounded

discovered

A judicious person shows

good taste.

good morals.

good imagination.

good judgment.

A spyglass is a type of

microscope

telescope

listening device

flashlight

A sextant is an instrument used to

determine location.

measure temperature.

measure time.

determine speed.

What techniques does the author use to create suspense in lines 172–182, the scene in which Gilbert goes downstairs to talk to the housekeeper? Cite evidence to support your answer.

What does Gilbert hope to do at the end of the story, and why does he think this is possible? Cite evidence to support your answer.

Which of the following is NOT a method of characterization?

A description of a character's appearance

The actions or speech of the main character

The reactions of other characters

The reasons for a character's behavior

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

Every hair on Jon's head was in place. Not a speck of dust was on his eyeglasses. Jon had ironed his shirt twice, but he checked it for wrinkles once more before he left the house.

a character's physical appearance

a character's speech

a character's thoughts

a character's actions

other characters' reactions

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

"Monica doesn't know it yet, but she won the award," said Mrs. Esposito.
"That's great to hear," said Erin. Avery nodded her head. "Nobody is more deserving. Monica worked so hard."

a character's physical appearance

a character's speech

a character's thoughts

a character's actions

other characters' reactions

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

I just know that I'm going to sound like an idiot, thought Sandra as she waited for the interview.

a character's physical appearance

a character's speech

a character's thoughts

a character's actions

other characters' reactions

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

"I guess that band is okay," Todd said, "if you don't like good lyrics and singers who can carry a tune."

a character's physical appearance

a character's speech

a character's thoughts

a character's actions

other characters' reactions

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

Andy walked his dog every morning and evening, without fail.

a character's physical appearance

a character's speech

a character's thoughts

a character's actions

other characters' reactions

Based on speech, how would you describe Chris?

"Hey, did you hear? There's a plan to build a basketball court in our neighborhood!" said Jerome.

Chris smiled widely. "Really? That's awesome. When will it be finished?  I can't wait to beat you at hoops everday after school!" Chris teased. 

excited

inspired

unimpressed

angry

"Can you believe Leah had us get here by six in the morning?" huffed Kyla.
Tracey kept working. "Say what you want about her, but admit this much—Leah gets the job done."
"That's right, Trace," agreed Darren. "Leah works hard, and she knows how to get us to work hard."

What is Leah like?

responsible

playful

painfully shy

disorganized

(1) Jake's self-confidence was legendary. Even in a power outage, in subzero cold, with snow and wind howling outside, he was calm and focused. (2) "You can't shake Jake," people said.
(3) For the ninth time, Jake finished rebuilding his emergency radio and tried it. Come on, squawk box, he thought.
(4) A voice suddenly crackled on the speaker. (5) Grinning, Jake pressed a button and spoke: "Greetings from sunny, tropical North Dakota!"

Which numbered section is an example of direct characterization?

1

2

3

4

In Section 5, the writer's description of Jake's words reveal the character's—

secret fear

frustration

carelessness

sense of humor

(1) Chandra entered her spotless shop and set to work. (2) She took out her supplies and laid them in order on the bench. (3) Then, she read the assembly instructions carefully. (4) Adjusting the light, Chandra sat on the stool and put on protective glasses. (5) Now, she could begin.

In Sentence 2, the writer develops Chandra indirectly by describing her—

speech

appearance

actions

thoughts

 At the beginning of the story, why does Gilbert say that he hates time?

There is never enough time to do the things he wants to do.

He is trying to pick a fight with Emmy and the twins.

He thinks time is a tyrant that he can't control.

His father spends a lot of time at work.

What does the author express with the simile, “the summer roared past like a three-masted schooner before a gale”?

The summer was very stormy.

The summer was very eventful.

Gilbert's father spent the summer at sea.

The summer passed very quickly.

What inference can you make about Gilbert's character from his interest in time?

He is studious.

He is foolish.

He is inquisitive.

He is stubborn.

Why does Gilbert feel that making his father laugh was “like Christmas and his birthday and a day at the beach all rolled into one”?

Gilbert's father doesn't laugh very often.

Pleasing his father makes Gilbert very happy.

Gilbert wants his father to think that he is clever.

His father will stay at home longer if Gilbert makes him laugh.

What does the handcar symbolize in the story?

An escape from the tyranny of time.

Gilbert's relationship with his father.

The swift passage of time.

Rebellion against authority.

A person who speaks with eloquence is

boring

loud

persuasive

knowledgeable

To be marooned in a place is to be

abandoned

imprisoned

surrounded

discovered

A judicious person shows

good taste.

good morals.

good imagination.

good judgment.

A spyglass is a type of

microscope

telescope

listening device

flashlight

A sextant is an instrument used to

determine location.

measure temperature.

measure time.

determine speed.

"Another Time, Another Place" Test

"Another Time, Another Place" Test

What techniques does the author use to create suspense in lines 172–182, the scene in which Gilbert goes downstairs to talk to the housekeeper? Cite evidence to support your answer.

What does Gilbert hope to do at the end of the story, and why does he think this is possible? Cite evidence to support your answer.

Which of the following is NOT a method of characterization?

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?Every hair on Jon's head was in place. Not a speck of dust was on his eyeglasses. Jon had ironed his shirt twice, but he checked it for wrinkles once more before he left the house.

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?"Monica doesn't know it yet, but she won the award," said Mrs. Esposito. "That's great to hear," said Erin. Avery nodded her head. "Nobody is more deserving. Monica worked so hard."

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?I just know that I'm going to sound like an idiot, thought Sandra as she waited for the interview.

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?"I guess that band is okay," Todd said, "if you don't like good lyrics and singers who can carry a tune."

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?Andy walked his dog every morning and evening, without fail.

Based on speech, how would you describe Chris?"Hey, did you hear? There's a plan to build a basketball court in our neighborhood!" said Jerome. Chris smiled widely. "Really? That's awesome. When will it be finished? I can't wait to beat you at hoops everday after school!" Chris teased.

"Can you believe Leah had us get here by six in the morning?" huffed Kyla. Tracey kept working. "Say what you want about her, but admit this much—Leah gets the job done." "That's right, Trace," agreed Darren. "Leah works hard, and she knows how to get us to work hard."What is Leah like?

In Section 5, the writer's description of Jake's words reveal the character's—

At the beginning of the story, why does Gilbert say that he hates time?

What does the author express with the simile, “the summer roared past like a three-masted schooner before a gale”?

What inference can you make about Gilbert's character from his interest in time?

Why does Gilbert feel that making his father laugh was “like Christmas and his birthday and a day at the beach all rolled into one”?

What does the handcar symbolize in the story?

A person who speaks with eloquence is

To be marooned in a place is to be

A judicious person shows

A spyglass is a type of

A sextant is an instrument used to

What techniques does the author use to create suspense in lines 172–182, the scene in which Gilbert goes downstairs to talk to the housekeeper? Cite evidence to support your answer.

What does Gilbert hope to do at the end of the story, and why does he think this is possible? Cite evidence to support your answer.

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

Every hair on Jon's head was in place. Not a speck of dust was on his eyeglasses. Jon had ironed his shirt twice, but he checked it for wrinkles once more before he left the house.

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

"Monica doesn't know it yet, but she won the award," said Mrs. Esposito. "That's great to hear," said Erin. Avery nodded her head. "Nobody is more deserving. Monica worked so hard."

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

I just know that I'm going to sound like an idiot, thought Sandra as she waited for the interview.

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

"I guess that band is okay," Todd said, "if you don't like good lyrics and singers who can carry a tune."

The following passage is an example of what type of characterization?

Andy walked his dog every morning and evening, without fail.

Based on speech, how would you describe Chris?

"Hey, did you hear? There's a plan to build a basketball court in our neighborhood!" said Jerome. Chris smiled widely. "Really? That's awesome. When will it be finished? I can't wait to beat you at hoops everday after school!" Chris teased.

"Can you believe Leah had us get here by six in the morning?" huffed Kyla. Tracey kept working. "Say what you want about her, but admit this much—Leah gets the job done." "That's right, Trace," agreed Darren. "Leah works hard, and she knows how to get us to work hard."

What is Leah like?