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

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English
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8th Grade
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Hard
Sarah Williams
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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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