What does the repetition of “Fortitude” in the text symbolize?

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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The characters' physical strength
The characters' determination to survive
The characters' anger about the flood
The characters' sadness about their losses
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What mood is created when the narrator describes the Mississippi River?
Peaceful and calm
Exciting and adventurous
Scary and hopeless
Joyful and energetic
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which line best shows that Lanesha is hopeful despite their situation?
“I tell him about Moses, David and Goliath, and Noah’s ark.”
“The Mississippi is brown, filled with leaves, branches, and pieces of folks’ lives.”
“I clutch bark. A piece cracks away in my hand.”
“TaShon is cursing now. I haven’t the heart to say, ‘Watch your mouth.’”
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
How does the description of the setting affect the mood of the passage?
It makes the scene feel hopeful and bright.
It makes the scene feel tense and gloomy.
It creates a feeling of excitement.
It gives a sense of safety and comfort
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What does the tree in the water represent to Lanesha and TaShon?
A way to escape their situation
A sign that no one will come to help
A reminder of how much they have lost
A warning of how dangerous the water is
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Why does TaShon curse after the helicopter flies away?
He is angry that Lanesha is giving up hope.
He is afraid of falling into the water.
He blames himself for their situation.
He feels helpless because the helicopter didn’t stop.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which theme is most clearly shown in this text?
Nature is unpredictable and dangerous.
The world is unfair and cruel.
Working together can help overcome challenges.
Memories of loved ones fade over time.
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