Creative Clutter

Read the dictionary entry.

Which definition of the word mind is used in line 3?

• Definition 1

• Definition 2

• Definition 3

• Definition 4

Read this sentence from line 17.

What is the most likely reason the playwright uses a simile in this

line?

• To identify an activity that Bryson and Dwayne have done

  together

• To suggest that Bryson has been eating snacks in Dwayne’s

  bedroom

• To explain that Bryson’s belongings have made a mess in

  Dwayne’s bedroom

• To show that Dwayne plans to throw away Bryson’s belongings

What causes the conflict between Dwayne and Bryson in lines 22

through 27?

• Dwayne thinks Bryson is being lazy.

• Dwayne thinks Bryson is teasing him.

• Dwayne thinks Bryson is jealous.

• Dwayne thinks Bryson is too forgetful.

Why is line 37 important to the plot?

• It reveals the resolution to the problem in the play.

• It provides the climax in the plot of the play.

• It establishes a new setting in the play.

• It introduces a new conflict to the play.

What is the main theme of the play?

• Treat others kindly to earn their friendship.

• Practice good habits every day.

• Think before taking action.

• Try to understand the viewpoints of others.

What does the reader learn from the stage directions in scene 2?

• Bryson would be more comfortable sleeping on the bottom bunk

  bed.

• Bryson does not worry about being neat.

• Bryson has been searching for something in Dwayne’s room.

• Bryson does not like staying in Dwayne’s room.

What can the reader infer about Dwayne based on line 18?

• Dwayne wants to surprise Bryson by putting his things away.

• Dwayne thinks Bryson brought too many clothes with him.

• Dwayne feels happiest when he is organizing clothes.

• Dwayne feels uncomfortable when he sees the condition of his

  room.

What type of figurative language is used in the stage directions in scene 2?

• metaphor

• simile

• hyperbole

• personification

The drama uses scenes to show a change in

• the conflict.

• the setting.

• the figurative language.

• the plot.

What is the climax of the drama?

• Dwayne cleans up after Bryson.

• Bryson throws his things all over the room.

• Dwayne confronts Bryson about being messy.

• Mom steps in to solve the conflict.