E.O.C test prep —Neil Gaiman excerpted and adapted from Neverwhere, 1997 (NY Regents Aug. 2016)

The author most likely includes the description of London in lines 1 through 19 to

• provide reasons for Richard’s dislike of the city

• highlight opportunities for Richard’s career in the city

• convey a sense of Richard’s frustration with the city

• illustrate the nature of Richard’s life in the city

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

The figurative language used in line 15 reinforces the

• growth of the city

• problems with development

• increase in isolation

• history of the towns

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

The narrator uses lines 24 through 29 to help the reader understand Richard’s

• continuous efforts to save money while on dates

• willingness to tolerate undesirable situations to please others

• overall acceptance of cultural experiences in the city

• affection for newfound experiences when shared with others

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

In the context of the text as a whole, which statement regarding lines 41 through 43 is true?

• Gary is jealous of Richard because he has a girlfriend.

• Gary has a moody temperament and hides his feelings

• Richard has a plan and wishes to keep it a secret

• Richard is in a state of denial regarding his relationship.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How do lines 46 and 47 contribute to the characterization of Richard?

• by portraying him as inefficient at organizing his time

• by indicating that he works well under pressure

• by describing him as likely to succeed

• by suggesting that he is unmotivated in his job

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

The narrator’s description of Sylvia as moving “in an atmosphere of crisp efficiency” (lines 62 and 63) presents a

• shift

• possibility

• contrast

• solution

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Lines 68 through 72 contribute to a central idea by highlighting Jessica’s

• domineering nature

• compassionate side

• lack of responsibility

• sense of humor

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

The narrator’s use of dialogue in lines 68 through 81 enhances a mood of

• satisfaction

• stress

• confidence

• remorse

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Richard’s question in lines 97 and 98 reveals his

• subtle refinement

• suppressed hostility

• honest gratitude

• quiet desperation

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which quote best reflects a central theme in the text?

• “London grew into something huge and contradictory … and a price that all good places have to pay.” (lines 17 through 19)

• “Richard checked another row of figures … and he set it up to print out again;” (lines 54 and 55)

• “Richard looked at his watch. ‘Five minutes, Sylvia. It’s almost wrapped up. I just have to attach the P & L projection.’ ” (lines 59 and 60)

• “He finished punching in the number, breathed a sigh of relief when somebody answered. ‘Ma Maison. Can I help you?’ ” (lines 89 and 90)

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3