Unit 1 Reading Summative ELA

What is the theme of the story 'The Necklace'?

• The power of friendship and loyalty

• The importance of material possessions

• The struggle for social status

• Deceptiveness of appearances and consequences of pride and vanity

What is the author's purpose in writing 'The Necklace'?

• To critique the obsession with material possessions and social status.

• To educate readers about the history of jewelry and fashion.

• To entertain readers with a thrilling story about a necklace.

• To promote the importance of material possessions and social status.

Which textual evidence supports the theme of the story?

• The antagonist's struggle for power and control.

• The setting's description of a beautiful landscape.

• The supporting character's love interest and romantic subplot.

• The protagonist's journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

What can be inferred about Madame Loisel's character?

• Madame Loisel is content, humble, generous, and grateful.

• Madame Loisel is dissatisfied, materialistic, envious, ungrateful, and unappreciative.

• Madame Loisel is ambitious, hardworking, and determined.

• Madame Loisel is satisfied, selfless, and appreciative.

How does the author use irony in 'The Necklace'?

• The author uses irony to develop the characters and their relationships.

• The author uses irony to highlight the theme of the story and the consequences of materialism.

• The author uses irony to emphasize the setting and atmosphere of the story.

• The author uses irony to create suspense and keep the reader engaged.

What is the significance of the necklace in the story?

• Represents the protagonist's love for nature.

• Signifies the character's journey towards self-discovery.

• Serves as a reminder of a lost loved one.

• Symbolizes desire for wealth and social status

Which quote from the story supports the author's purpose?

• The author's purpose is to entertain the reader.

• The author's purpose is to inform the reader.

• The author's purpose is to persuade the reader.

• Cannot be determined without more information

What lesson can be learned from 'The Necklace'?

• Money can buy happiness.

• Social status is the key to happiness.

• Material possessions are the only measure of worth.

• Material possessions and social status do not determine one's happiness or worth.

What does the ending of 'The Necklace' reveal about Madame Loisel's character?

• Madame Loisel's character is one of generosity and compassion.

• Madame Loisel's character is one of honesty and integrity.

• Madame Loisel's character is one of self-deception and materialism.

• Madame Loisel's character is one of humility and contentment.

How does the author create suspense in 'The Necklace'?

• By using techniques such as foreshadowing, withholding information, and creating a sense of urgency.

• By using humor and lightheartedness throughout the story

• By providing excessive details and descriptions

• By revealing the ending at the beginning of the story