Examination Day

Why does Dickie's mom crying the morning of the examination?

• She’s sad that he’s a year older.

• She’s happy to see her son take the exam.

• She feels bad about Dickie’s birthday party.

• She’s afraid for Dickie to take the exam.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

How does Dickie feel on the morning of the exam?

• He’s afraid he’s not smart enough.

• He’s starting to become nervous.

• He isn’t worried about the exam.

• He’s looking forward to the exam.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What is the author's purpose in writing “Examination Day"?

• To describe the events leading up to the boy's examination

• To create a sense of tension and anticipation in the story

• To explain the process of the Government Intelligence test

• To highlight the emotional impact of the test results on the parents

What is the central conflict in the story "Examination Day"?

• The conflict between Dickie and his teacher

• The conflict between Dickie and his parents

• The conflict between Dickie and the government's examination system

• The conflict between Dickie and his classmates

How is Dickie's mother characterized in the passage?

• She is characterized as a strict and demanding mother who puts a lot of pressure on Dickie.

• She is characterized as an indifferent mother who doesn't care about Dickie's well-being.

• She is characterized as a caring and concerned mother who becomes emotional about Dickie's upcoming test.

• She is characterized as an overprotective mother who doesn't allow Dickie to take any risks.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Why do you think the government in the story conducts the examination on the twelfth birthday of every child?

• To determine their intelligence and potential

• To celebrate their transition to adulthood

• To identify potential rebels and troublemakers

• To assess their physical health and fitness

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is the significance of the boy's reaction to the news about the test?

• He is excited

• He is indifferent

• He is angry

• He is anxious

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

What is the main theme of the story 'Examination Day'?

• The importance of education

• The dangers of a controlled society

• The joy of childhood

• The value of intelligence

How does the author create suspense in 'Examination Day'?

• By using descriptive language

• By revealing the test results early

• By focusing on the parents' emotions

• By describing the setting in detail

What literary device is primarily used in 'Examination Day' to convey the story's message?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Simile

• Alliteration