Which statement shows a subjective POV?

Miss Berta's class is kind of fun

Miss Berta's favorite food is mashed potatoes

Why does Maurice make a toast to Laura?

Laura attended Maurice's wedding

They decided to say nice things to each other over drinks

They have reunited after many years and are sharing a meal

What describes Laura and Maurice's relationship?

Laura and Maurice both benefited from their relationship

Maurice benefited from the relationship more than Laura

Laura benefited from the relationship more than Maurice

Neither Maurice nor Laura benefited from their relationship

In what way did Maurice teach Laura about the gift of love?

by giving Laura someone to love

by always remembering his mother

by showing her what a child's love is like

How do you know if something is written in the 1st person POV?

The author is involved in the events he is recounting

The author recounts the events that truly happen

The author gives the thoughts of more than one person

How does An Invisible Thread expand on the information in A Simple Act ?

It shows Laura's personality through her word choice

It describes Maurice's reaction to being in Laura's book

It gives more details about the hotel Maurice lived in

It explains the significance of the large dining room table

What does A Simple Act explain that is not explained in An Invisible Thread ?

The significance of the title An Invisible Thread

The significance of the toast Maurice makes

The significance of Maurice in Laura's life

The significance of Laura in Maurice's life

What is the definition of influence ?

affect someone in an important way

How did Laura share the story of her relationship with Maurice to an audience?

She wrote a book called An Invisible Thread

She created a Youtube Channel about it

a person with senior managerial responsibility in a business organization

give support, confidence, or hope to (someone)

a relationship between people or groups based on shared feelings, interests, or experiences

say something in a solemn and emphatic manner

a short concise saying in general use, stating a general truth or piece of advice.

a relationship between people or groups based on shared feelings, interests, or experiences

the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, (verb) or the effect itself.

having an affection or liking for

give support, confidence, or hope to (someone)

an urban beggar who typically stands on a street with an outstretched container in hand, begging for loose change or money

a relationship between people or groups based on shared feelings, interests, or experiences

a short concise saying in general use, stating a general truth or piece of advice.

having an affection or liking for

give support, confidence, or hope to (someone)

having an affection or liking for

a person with senior managerial responsibility in a business organization

the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, (verb) or the effect itself.

say something in a solemn and emphatic manner

Who is Laura Schroff in the story?

a successful advertising executive

a young girl living in Manhattan

What motivates Laura to turn back and take the boy to lunch?

She feels an inexplicable connection with the boy.

She is curious about his background.

She recognizes him from her neighborhood.

How does the passage about Maurice wanting a large dining room table contribute to the story's themes?

It symbolizes the importance of family and togetherness.

It highlights the boy's desire for material things.

It emphasizes the challenges of urban living.

It showcases Laura's generosity.

Why does Lura offer to make lunch for Maurice in a brown paper bag?

to prevent the other kids from noticing

because she prefers brown paper bags

to make it easier for him to carry

In the story, Maurice's life undergoes significant changes due to his relationship with Laura. Which quote from the story supports the idea that Maurice's life improved as a result of their friendship?

" Laura introduced Maurice to new places, new ideas, and new possibilities."

" Laura and Maurice's friendship had no impact on their lives."

" Maurice's life remained unchanged after meeting Laura."

" Only months earlier, Maurice had seriously doubted that he would live to be an adult."

What does the concept of an "invisible thread" symbolize in the story?

A metaphor for a strong friendship

A physical thread connecting Laura and Maurice

A magical connection between two people

What central theme does the story primarily explore?

The power of small acts of kindness and connection

The pursuit of success in advertising

The importance of material possessions

In cold weather, your blood vessels will contract . Which sentence uses the word contrac t in the same way it is used above?

Bright light will cause your pupils to contract.

The sleeping cat liked to contract its claws.

I need my lawyer to look over the contract.

If you are not careful, you will contract a cold.

The scale read 123 pounds. Which sentence uses the word scale as it is used in the box above?

Supermarket scales are typically not very accurate.

The banner will scale an impressive fifteen stories.

The climber managed to scale the mountain in eight hours.

The ivy scaled the back of the house up to the roof.

Brenda reached for the box of tissue. She blew her nose with a thunderous force and then tried breathing through it again. It was still clogged. She stood up and got a head rush that almost knocked her back down to the bed, but she regained her balance. As she tottered over to the phone on her dresser, all of her muscles ached. She located the contact labeled "Work" and pressed send. A couple of rings later, a familiar voice answered the phone, "Happy Fun Land, this is Deidra speaking. How can I help you have a happy fun day?" Brenda moaned, "Oh, Deidra, it's Brenda." Deidra responded with pep, "Hey, Brenda! I can't wait to see you this afternoon." Brenda grunted and replied, "Yeah, well, actually, I need to talk to the manager." What do you think Brenda will say to her manager?

Brenda will tell her manager that she is sick.

Brenda will tell her manager she will be in a couple of hours late.

Brenda will tell her manager that she needs to visit the doctor office.

Brenda will tell her manager that she needs free time off.

A Simple Act Review

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English

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7th Grade

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L.7.4A, RL.7.1, RL.7.4

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

How do Laura and Maurice first meet?

Maurice is playing music on the corner

Maurice picks Laura up in his cab

Maurice is begging on the street

Maurice lives on the same block as Laura

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What is an "invisible thread?"

clear sewing material

the connection between two people

the course of a person's life

an important person in your life

Besides Laura, who believes that Maurice can better himself?

his teacher

his mother

Laura's sister

his father

What happens after Laura's friends suggest she should write a book?

she writes a magazine article instead

she writes the book immediately

she writes a book, but doesn't publish it

she eventually writes a best seller

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What does sharing food represent to Maurice?

being pitied

a family bond

exchanging unusual ideas

wealth and privilege

Describe Laura's relationship with Maurice now that he is grown.

She has become like one of his relatives

They have a business partnership

She still serves as an inspirational example

They have drifted apart and rarely speak

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

How has Laura benefited from her relationship with Maurice?

She found someone who trusts her

She feels like her existence matters

She has become more welcoming to strangers

She has become an admired celebrity

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