Q1 Practice 8th

Which sentence from the text BEST explains why the main character from The Grass Is Greener is motivated to return to doing the lawn work rather than running the company?

• “He was especially pleased that Mr. Timmons, a local businessman, was satisfied with his work.” (P2)

• “One day, a new customer claimed that Jessica had damaged his flowers...” (P5)

• “This annoyed him, as did Jessica’s continual protests about her workload, and Marcus’s absence because of a family vacation.” (P5)

• “The woman looked fulfilled with the time spent simply working outside.” (P6)

Part A: Which statement describes the theme of The Grass is Greener?

• People should not compromise their integrity to impress others.

• To enjoy a career, a person must understand that change is an inevitable part of life.

• To find fulfillment, people should not lose focus on what is important to them.

• Friendships require as much hard work, time, and attention as yard work.

Part B: Which sentence BEST supports the theme of The Grass is Greener?

• “He was especially pleased that Mr. Timmons, a local businessman, was satisfied with his work.” (P2)

• “Then one day, Mr. Timmons said, ‘Stewart, I’ve received many compliments on your work.’“ (P3)

• “He had felt a little bored working just the one job.” (P3)

• “Stewart felt a pang of discontent, and without hesitation, thought, ‘I wish things could be the way they were before.’“ (P6)

How is the main character influenced when Mr. Timmons says, “‘If you took on more work, you could earn more and I know that you are saving up for a new bicycle’” in P3 of The Grass Is Greener?

• He thinks about how more work would let him be outside more.

• He does not consider it because it would take time away from family.

• He worries about having enough equipment for the extra work.

• He does not think anything of it and continues to work.

What is revealed about Stewart in P4 of The Grass is Greener?

• Stewart is ambitious and capable of developing a business.

• Stewart did not support his workers as much as he needed.

• Stewart can never be completely satisfied.

• Stewart was a generous person who gave back to the community.

Which sentence indicates the initial shift in Stewart’s attitude?

• “He had felt a little bored working just the one job.” (P3)

• “The system worked amazingly well, and Stewart began daydreaming about his new bike, wondering when he would have time to ride it.” (P4)

• “This annoyed him, as did Jessica’s continual protests about her workload, and Marcus’s absence because of a family vacation.” (P5)

• “Stewart had never felt unhappier.” (P6)

Read the following sentence from The Grass is Greener.

“Soon Stewart had three jobs, and he applied himself diligently to each.” (P4)

Which of the following answer choices best clarifies the meaning of the word diligently as it is used in the sentence above?

• Stewart worked in an organized manner.

• Stewart worked at a steady and energetic pace.

• Stewart worked quickly and efficiently.

• Stewart worked frantically, letting the quality suffer.

1. Read the following sentence from The Grass is Greener.

“A single leaf spiraled downward, completing a pirouette in front of his eyes.” (P1)

Which of the following could replace the word pirouette as it is used in this sentence? LAFS.8.RL.2.4

A. B. C. D.

• dance

• spin

• dive

• flip

Which words BEST describe the tone of P1 in The Grass is Greener?

• intense and rewarding

• humble and relieved

• superficial and solemn

• rewarding and reflective

How does the main character’s point of view shift throughout the passage, The Grass is Greener?

• He is appreciative of hard work but then realizes it is easier to slack off.

• He is unsatisfied with his own work and then appreciates working with others.

• He is eager to build a business but then realizes it comes at a cost.

• He is motivated to buy a bike but then decides he no longer needs one.