Open Up - Grade 4 - ELA - Module 3 - Mid Unit 2 Assessment

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4 Questions

Directions: Read Act II, Scene 3 of Divided Loyalties and answer the following questions:

Part A: On page 34, Robert says: “My dear family, I’m sorry for such a bleak Christmas. The British blockade of the harbor has nearly shut down our store. And, of course, the local farmers refuse to sell to me. So, we must be happy that we are all safe—and all here together.”

What does the word bleak mean? Select the best answer. (RL.4.4, L.4.4a)

unhopeful

cold and wet

a dark color

happy

RL.4.4

L.4.4.a

Part B: Which two phrases from page 34 best help the reader to know the meaning of bleak? Underline the best answers. (RL.4.1, RL.4.4)

And all here together

We must be happy that we are all safe

The British blockade of the harbor has nearly shut down our store.

My dear family

The local farmers refuse to sell to me

RL.4.4

RL.4.1

On page 37 the narrator says, “The patriots suffer only six casualties.”

Use a dictionary to determine the meaning of the word casualties and write it in your own words below. (L.4.4c)

L.4.4.c

How do characters react to events/situations in Divided Loyalties?

Analyze and describe in detail how Mary responds to William fighting in the Battle of Trenton in Act II, Scene 3. Think about her thoughts, feelings, and actions. Use details from the text to support your description. (RL.4.1, RL.4.3, W.4.9a)

RL.4.3

RL.4.1

W.4.9.a

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