Quiz #3

Which conflict has the most influence over the protagonist's sense of self?

• The conflict between his parents' dreams and his own aspirations.

• The conflict between his love for Oscar and his father's decision.

• The conflict between his desire for education and societal bias.

• The conflict between his anger and helplessness.

How does the author use figurative language to convey the protagonist's emotions in the passage?

• Through extensive dialogue between the protagonist and Oscar

• By employing vivid sensory descriptions of the setting

• Through direct statements of the protagonist's feelings

• By using metaphors to liken his emotions to natural phenomena

What role does Oscar play in the protagonist's life, as depicted in the passage?

• Oscar is an antagonist who challenges the protagonist's goals

• Oscar is a symbol of the protagonist's childhood innocence

• Oscar is a source of emotional support and companionship

• Oscar is a mentor figure who guides the protagonist's decisions

Which theme is most emphasized in text 3?

• The consequences of societal bias on individual aspirations

• The role of pets in providing comfort and companionship

• The power of perseverance and determination in the face of adversity

• The importance of family bonds and support in achieving one's goals

What can you infer about the protagonist's parents based on their reactions to Oscar's illness and financial constraints?

• They have financial limitations that affect their decisions.

• They prioritize their pet over their child's emotions.

• They are unwilling to seek medical help for Oscar.

• They are unsympathetic to the protagonist's plight.

How do the protagonist's feelings of anger and helplessness compare to his father's emotions in the passage?

• The father is more angry and less helpless than the protagonist.

• Both the father and the protagonist experience anger and helplessness.

• The father is less affected by Oscar's condition than the protagonist.

• Both the father and the protagonist are primarily helpless.

In the broader context of indigenous communities in the United States, how do the protagonist's experiences of poverty and feeling trapped in a cycle of disadvantage relate to prevalent societal issues?

• They demonstrate the lack of determination among indigenous youth

• They highlight the historical impact of government policies on indigenous communities

• They emphasize the protagonist's unique circumstances unrelated to broader issues

• They suggest that indigenous communities have overcome poverty-related challenges

According to the passage, what effect can generational dreams and societal bias have on shaping individual aspirations?

• They always lead to success and achievement.

• They have no influence on individual aspirations.

• They can limit or mold individual aspirations.

• They primarily affect the protagonist's parents.