The Inca Chasqui

Which word from paragraph 1 best helps the reader understand that the word requirement refers to something that is an obligation? __________

Which characteristic of historical fiction is present in the excerpt?

• The main character is a real person who lived long ago.

• The conflict is based on actual events from long ago.

• The dialogue actually occurred between people of the past.

• The setting includes details about a culture that existed in the past.

Which sentence from the excerpt best reveals how the conflict will be resolved?

• Mayta was the fastest Chasqui in the southeast quarter.

• Muru stood, looking majestic in his white headdress, his club and sling carefully tucked in the pouch at his side.

• For three years he had longed for the day when it would be he who raced along his rugged stretch on the road to the Inca capital of Cuzco.

• "For a few moments we both stood frozen, staring at each other like two llamas eyeing the same patch of grass."

The third-person limited point of view in the excerpt helps the reader understand-

• how Natu feels when he listens to Mayta's story

• what Mayta thinks about Natus ambition to be a runner

• why Muru will spread the story of what happened to Mayta

• how all the characters feel when Mayta is hurt

Which detail supports the key idea that Natu must take his brother's place?

• Natu is excited to show Mayta he would be an excellent runner.

• Muru no longer posseses the strength to make the journey.

• Natu has watched Mayta and Muru exchange messages for years.

• The fastest and most reliable boys are chosen to become Chasquis.

Why is it important to the conflict that this excerpt takes place in the distant past? Support your answer with evidence from the excerpt.

Read these sentences from paragraph 18.

What can the reader infer from these sentences?

• Mayta scares the puma with the meat.

• Mayta enjoys watching the puma search for the meat.

• Mayta plans to return for the meat after the puma leaves.

• Mayta uses the meat to distract the puma.

How does the author's use of language in paragraph 26 affect the mood of the excerpt?

• By expressing a feeling of profound sadness

• By conveying a sense of hope for the future

• By hinting at feelings of regret and confusion

• By creating a sense of suspense and excitement

What does Mayta's encounter with the puma reveal about him?

• He remains calm under pressure

• His recklessness cause his later injury

• He chooses not to deliver the messages himself

• His vanity means that he does not care about others