Crusoe EOC Test Prep

Part A: Which central idea is shared by Passage 1 and Passage 2?

• Attitude dramatically affects perspective.

• Nature is both beautiful and threatening.

• Goals are more easily accomplished with a plan.

• Fears can be addressed through thoughtful reflection.

Part B: Select TWO excerpts, one from Passage 1 and one from Passage 2, that show how the central idea is developed.

• "I cast my eye to the stranded vessel . . . " (Passage 1, paragraph 1)

• " . . . and this threw me into such terrible agonies of mind . . ." (Passage 1, paragraph 2)

• "The coast before us had a wild and desert appearance . . ." (Passage 2, paragraph 4)

• "How rich we thought ourselves . . ." (Passage 2, paragraph 6)

• ". . . we fixed some hooks of the canvas at the opening in front, that we might close the entrance during the night." (Passage 2, paragraph 6)

How does paragraph 3 develop Crusoe's character in the story?

• Rather than focusing on being hunted, Crusoe attempts to find prey.

• Rather than being fearful, Crusoe begins to find the island less threatening.

• Rather than feeling sorry for himself, Crusoe begins to focus on ways to survive.

• Rather than complaining about his meager supplies, Crusoe attempts to find the best uses for them.

In Passage 2, what tone is created through the structure of paragraph 6?

• The list of decisive actions creates a reassuring tone.

• The pace of the hurried actions creates a suspenseful tone.

• The description of the survivors' happy mood creates a surprising tone.

• The emphasis on exploring unknown surroundings creates a mysterious tone.

How do the two images illustrate a main difference between Passage 1 and Passage 2?

• The first image shows the courage of the character in "Robinson Crusoe," while the second shows the fear of the characters in "The Swiss Family Robinson"

• The first image focuses on the survival skills needed in "Robinson Crusoe," while the second focuses on the confusion experienced in "The Swiss Family Robinson."

• The first image conveys the desolate mood of "Robinson Crusoe," while the second image conveys the resilience and hopeful outlook of "The Swiss Family Robinson."

• The first image portrays Crusoe's effortless journey to the island in "Robinson Crusoe," while the second portrays the family's struggle in getting to the island in "The Swiss Family Robinson."

Read these sentences from Passage 2: "All that were able leaped on shore in a moment. Even little Francis, who had bee laid down in the tub, like a salted herring, tried to crawl out, but was compelled to wait for his mother's assistance. The dogs, who had preceded us in landing, welcomed us in a truly friendly manner, leaping playfully around us . . ." (5) What does Wyss's word choice reveal about the characters upon arriving on the island?

• They are anxious to gather the animals that followed them to shore.

• They are exhausted after paddling in the choppy waters.

• They are enthusiastic about exploring a new place.

• They are optimistic that help will arrive soon.

In Passage 1, which detail shows that Crusoe's shock leads him to exaggerate his situation?

• ". . . I soon found my comforts abate, and that, in a word, I had a dreadful deliverance . . ." (paragraph 2)

• ". . . neither did I see any prospect before me but that of perishing with hunger or being devoured by wild beasts . . ." (paragraph 2)

• "I walked about a furlong from the shore, to see if I could find any fresh water to drink, which I did, to my great joy . . ." (paragraph 3).

• ". . . having cut me a short stick, like a truncheon, for my defence, I took up my lodging . . ." (paragraph 3)