Unit 4 Assessment

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Instructions

1

Read the passage. Then answer the questions.

What does the third-person narration reveal in this story?

the personal thoughts and feelings of the narrator

what the old man thinks of the older brother’s actions

literal descriptions of the setting, characters, and events

what the younger brother thinks when he is given the sack

This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B.
Part A
Read the sentence from paragraph 5.
“I want them, sir,” the older brother answered
hastily, leaving no time for the younger brother to even open his mouth.

What is the meaning of hastily?

quickly

greedily

loudly

confidently

Part B
Which context clue supports the answer in part A?

“I want them, sir,’ the older brother answered hastily, leaving no time for
the younger brother to even open his mouth. The old man complied, handing him the gold coins.”

I want them

answered

leaving no time

handing him the gold coins

Read these sentences from paragraph 8 of the story.

“I want it, sir,” the older brother replied before his younger brother
uttered a word. “Its sparkle can light up any dark mood.” Again, the
old man complied, handing over the brilliant gem.

What is the meaning of complied?

sighed

gave

agreed

refused

This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B.
Part A
What is a theme of this story?

It is unwise to trust a stranger who gives away riches.

Money can often be a source of trouble.

Being selfish can have its consequences.

Showing kindness and helping others are rewarded.

Part B
Which sentence from the story best supports the answer in part A?

“The older brother quickly stuffed the coins into his pouch and
continued walking.”

The following day, the old man appeared on their path a third time,
dragging along a very heavy sack.”

“Your kindness has earned you a reward. Enjoy these Elysian gifts.”

“When the younger brother looked up to thank him, the old man had
already disappeared.”

Read these sentences from the story.

“It is my gift to you,” explained the old man. “Your kindness has
earned you a reward. Enjoy these Elysian gifts.”
The younger brother opened the sack, which was filled with golden
coins, sparkling gems, and great joy.

Elysium is a mythological paradise. What does the word
Elysian mean in this sentence?

paradise

legendary

heavenly

expensive

Explain the conflicts between characters that occur in “The Road to
Happiness.” Give at least two details from the story to support your answer.

What does the third-person narration reveal in this story?

the personal thoughts and feelings of the narrator

what the old man thinks of the older brother’s actions

literal descriptions of the setting, characters, and events

what the younger brother thinks when he is given the sack

This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B. 
Part A
Read the sentence from paragraph 5.
“I want them, sir,” the older brother answered
hastily, leaving no time for the younger brother to even open his mouth.

What is the meaning of hastily?

quickly

greedily

loudly

confidently

Part B
Which context clue supports the answer in part A? 

“I want them, sir,’ the older brother answered hastily, leaving no time for
the younger brother to even open his mouth. The old man complied, handing him the gold coins.”

I want them

answered

leaving no time

handing him the gold coins

Read these sentences from paragraph 8 of the story.

“I want it, sir,” the older brother replied before his younger brother
uttered a word. “Its sparkle can light up any dark mood.” Again, the
old man complied, handing over the brilliant gem.

What is the meaning of complied?

sighed

gave

agreed

refused

This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B.
Part A
What is a theme of this story?

It is unwise to trust a stranger who gives away riches.

Money can often be a source of trouble.

Being selfish can have its consequences.

Showing kindness and helping others are rewarded.

Part B
Which sentence from the story best supports the answer in part A?

“The older brother quickly stuffed the coins into his pouch and
continued walking.”

The following day, the old man appeared on their path a third time,
dragging along a very heavy sack.”

“Your kindness has earned you a reward. Enjoy these Elysian gifts.”

“When the younger brother looked up to thank him, the old man had
already disappeared.”

Read these sentences from the story.

“It is my gift to you,” explained the old man. “Your kindness has
earned you a reward. Enjoy these Elysian gifts.”
The younger brother opened the sack, which was filled with golden
coins, sparkling gems, and great joy.

Elysium is a mythological paradise. What does the word
Elysian mean in this sentence?

paradise

legendary

heavenly

expensive

Unit 4 Assessment

Unit 4 Assessment

Explain the conflicts between characters that occur in “The Road toHappiness.” Give at least two details from the story to support your answer.

What does the third-person narration reveal in this story?

This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B. Part ARead the sentence from paragraph 5.“I want them, sir,” the older brother answeredhastily, leaving no time for the younger brother to even open his mouth.What is the meaning of hastily?

Part BWhich context clue supports the answer in part A? “I want them, sir,’ the older brother answered hastily, leaving no time forthe younger brother to even open his mouth. The old man complied, handing him the gold coins.”

Read these sentences from paragraph 8 of the story.“I want it, sir,” the older brother replied before his younger brotheruttered a word. “Its sparkle can light up any dark mood.” Again, theold man complied, handing over the brilliant gem.What is the meaning of complied?

This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B.Part AWhat is a theme of this story?

Part BWhich sentence from the story best supports the answer in part A?

Explain the conflicts between characters that occur in “The Road toHappiness.” Give at least two details from the story to support your answer.

Explain the conflicts between characters that occur in “The Road to
Happiness.” Give at least two details from the story to support your answer.

This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B.
Part A
Read the sentence from paragraph 5.
“I want them, sir,” the older brother answered
hastily, leaving no time for the younger brother to even open his mouth.

What is the meaning of hastily?

Part B
Which context clue supports the answer in part A?

“I want them, sir,’ the older brother answered hastily, leaving no time for
the younger brother to even open his mouth. The old man complied, handing him the gold coins.”

Read these sentences from paragraph 8 of the story.

“I want it, sir,” the older brother replied before his younger brother
uttered a word. “Its sparkle can light up any dark mood.” Again, the
old man complied, handing over the brilliant gem.

What is the meaning of complied?

This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B.
Part A
What is a theme of this story?

Part B
Which sentence from the story best supports the answer in part A?

Explain the conflicts between characters that occur in “The Road to
Happiness.” Give at least two details from the story to support your answer.