The Sound of Summer Running

In the story, what effect do the tennis shoes in the store window have on Douglas?

• They make him run while his family walks.

• They make him start longing to own them.

• They make him think about the end of summer.

• They make him sad because it is too late to buy them.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

What does his father want to know when Douglas first mentions the new sneakers?

• why Douglas needs a new pair

• how much the new shoes cost

• what the new shoes look like

• the brand of the new shoes

What is the main challenge Douglas faces?

• He realizes that all his friends already have new shoes.

• He learns that his father will not allow him to buy new shoes.

• He realizes he will not be able to pay for the shoes this summer.

• He discovers that Mr. Sanderson has not worn sneakers recently.

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What proposal does Douglas make to Mr. Sanderson?

• Douglas offers to sell shoes until he has enough money to pay for the sneakers.

• Douglas offers to pay for the sneakers be working for Mr. Sanderson.

• Douglas Offers to buy the sneakers on Credit over six weeks.

• Douglas offers to trade his old sneakers for the ones.

Which of the following is the best example of something that has been suspended?

• a bicycle race up a mountain road

• a closet packed full of old clothing

• a beach lying empty in the wintertime

• a traffic light hanging over an intersection

If a shirt button has become detached, which of the following is most likely to be true?

• The button is no longer shiny.

• The button is securely fastened.

• The shirt can no longer be worn.

• The button has fallen on the floor.

How is an abandoned house most likely to look?

• warm and cozy

• sleek and modern

• old and neglected

• large and impressive

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CCSS.L.6.4A

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Douglas says he does not know what he is going to be when he is older. What does Mr. Sanderson mean when he says the follow in response?

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"Anything you want to be, son,: said the old man, "you'll be. No one will ever stop you."

• He means that Douglas is popular with his friends.

• He means that Douglas can run faster than anyone.

• He means that Douglas knows how to save money.

• He means that Douglas is determined and persuasive.

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How do the sneakers MAINLY affect Mr. Sanderson when he puts them on?

• They help him to feel a deep friendship with Douglas.

• They help him understand why people buy the sneakers.

• They help him to experience feelings he has not had in a long time.

• They help him to understand why Douglas will one day take over his business.

What idea do the new sneakers most clearly symbolize or stand for?

• freedom

• teamwork

• responsibility

• accomplishment

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CCSS.RI.6.2

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