Departure Quiz

This question refers to Departure. What does paragraph 1 reveal about George’s feelings regarding his journey?

• He is anxiously excited.

• He does not want to leave.

• He is hesitant about going alone.

• He is going to miss the small town.

This question refers to Departure. Read the sentence from paragraph 2. "In the spring when the land is green, the land becomes a wide green pool table on which tiny human insects scramble up and down." What does the author’s use of figurative language in this sentence imply?

• The townspeople are busy at work in springtime.

• The townspeople come to this place to be entertained.

• The weather on the land makes the townspeople miserable.

• The townspeople encounter difficulties taking care of the land.

This question refers to Departure. What does the author imply about Trunion Pike in paragraph 3?

• It is always full of life.

• It is a busy place in town.

• It is the only place George will miss.

• It is one of George’s favorite places to go.

How does the author develop tension in paragraph 5?

• by suggesting George wishes he was not given so much attention

• by implying that the town feels responsible for George’s well-being

• by implying that George feels he is the least-liked member of the town

• by suggesting that it is rare for any of the townspeople to ever leave town

Select the phrase from paragraph 7 that clarifies the meaning of greenhorn as it is used in this paragraph.

• counted his money

• his mind was occupied

• matter of his behavior

• "be a sharp one"

• "keep your eyes on your money"

Which quotation belongs in a summary of the passage?

• “In the fields are planted berries and small fruits.” (paragraph 2)

• “On this April morning, he wanted to go there again, to walk again in the silence, so he went to where the road dipped down by a little stream two miles from town and then turned and walked silently back again.” (paragraph 3)

• “In the fall and spring, he spent his Sundays fishing in Lake Erie.” (paragraph 4)

• “The young man, going out of his town to meet the adventure of life, began to think, but he did not think of anything very big or dramatic.” (paragraph 8)

This question refers to Departure. Read the sentences from paragraph 6. When the train started, Tom Little punched his ticket, grinned, and although he knew George well and knew on what adventure he was just setting out, made no comment. Tom had seen a thousand George Willards go out of their towns to the city, it was a commonplace enough incident with him. Which statement accurately expresses Tom’s point of view toward George’s adventure?

• Tom hopes that George will fail.

• Tom is indifferent toward George’s trip.

• Tom is unimpressed by George’s courage.

• Tom is confident that George will be successful.

This question refers to Departure. What cultural value is emphasized through the interactions and expectations of the townspeople as George prepares to leave Winesburg?

• the value of community support and public farewells

• the influence of one’s accomplishments and personal growth

• the importance of self-reliance and independence in young adults

• the significance of staying in one’s hometown to maintain traditions