SOL practice sec. 2

8. Which statement best summarizes paragraphs 1–4?

• Wen’s description of his family’s celebration interests Brady into attending.
• Wen shares some of his food with Brady while they ride home on the school bus.
• Brady is reminded of his camping trip by talking to Wen.
• Brady’s comments to Wen show that Brady is hesitant about learning a new culture.

9. Why does the author include the details found in paragraphs 9–10?

• To explain why the clothing is made of silk
• To foreshadow that Brady will enjoy the celebration
• To highlight the events that are part of the Chinese New Year
• To show the friendship between the two boys

10. Which of the following words did you circle for this question?

• abundance
• sublime
• identify
• hesitated
• inviting

11. Which of the following words did you choose?

• Sympathetic
• Uncertain
• Amused
• Confused
• Hopeful

12. Which 3 facts did you select for this question?

• Gifts of money
• Elaborate meals
• lasts for 2 days
• Introducing guests to traditions
• Use of the color red

13. Which event is the resolution of the story?

• Brady receives a gift from Wen’s grandmother.
• Wen explains how traditions can bring families together.
• Wen’s father asks Brady if he is having a good time.
• Brady thanks Wen and his family for welcoming him.

14. Which sentence from the story best communicates a sense of celebration?

• Wen elaborated on the traditional Chinese festival while Brady listened intently.
• Relatives and friends congratulated each other on finishing another year while welcoming in the new one.
• Brady followed Wen into his room, asking why everyone was wearing red-colored pajamas for the sleepover.
• When he went to bed that night, his stomach and his heart felt full.

15. Which sentence best expresses a theme of the story?

• Overcoming fear of doing something different brings power.
• Honoring beauty found within simple objects is important.
• Experiencing different cultures is good for personal growth.
• Celebrating cultural traditions can bring families together.

16. The open doors symbolize —

• luck
• wealth
• possibility
• good fortune