MasteryConnect: Day at the Carnival

Front

Feigned (in context of paragraph 14)

Back

artificial

Front

How does paragraph 14 contribute to the development of the plot?

Back

The reader is able to understand Malik’s motivation for taking care of his brother.

Front

What does Malik’s reaction to his brother at the end of the story tell the reader?

Back

Malik truly enjoys being a big brother to Jamal.

Front

What does the author mean by the phrase it dawned on Malik in paragraph 8?

Back

Malik realized something.

Front

What purpose is served by paragraph 1?

Back

It establishes the setting

Front

Which statement provides the theme of the text? Enjoy time with family when possible because time passes quickly., It is important for people to learn from their mistakes., Siblings should look after one another to keep out of trouble., Supporting the interests of others can result in personal reward.

Back

Supporting the interests of others can result in personal reward.

Front

How does the narrator’s point of view impact the events in the story?

Back

The narrator’s point of view presents the reader with an overall view of the events and gives the reader additional information about how each character feels about the situations.

Front

What does the point of view used in paragraph 9 allow the reader to do?

Back

It gives the reader insight into Malik’s personality.

Front

With which statement would the author most likely agree?

Back

People should always consider the importance of family.

Front

haphazardly

Back

carelessly