Excerpt from Benny's Flag

The author’s word choice in paragraph 15 contributes to developing the fox’s character
by demonstrating –

• how helpless and frightened the fox is when he is alone

• how the fox does not trust the boy completely

• the fox’s nature to be silly and act carelessly

• the fox’s loyalty and his loving attitude toward the boy

Which two statements can be determined about the fox from his reaction in
paragraphs 10–11?

• He is very trusting of the boy.

• He likes the boy’s father.

• He is not easily scared or upset.

• He studies humans carefully.

• He enjoys being in the woods.

What is the point of view in paragraph 1 of the passage?

• First person, from the boy’s perspective

• First person, from the fox’s perspective

• Third-person limited, from the fox’s perspective

• Third-person omniscient, from the boy’s perspective

In paragraph 20, the author chooses words that illustrate the connection between the —

• fox and the boy

• fox and the birds

• lightning and the fox

• lightning and the birds

The memory that the fox recalls in paragraph 20 suggests that
he will —

• play a game

• soon see a bird

• soon be free

• catch a bird

• China
• Peru
• Switzerland
• Sweden

• Jamaica
• Australia
• Taiwan
• Bermuda

Which element identifies the genre of the passage as realistic fiction?

• The modern setting

• The historical setting

• The conflict that happens in real life

• The happy ending

Why is the hole significant in the excerpt?

• The hole is a recurring event in her life.

• The hole is her only hope.

• The hole symbolizes a choice she has to make.

• The hole represents a sacrifice.

What is the main theme of the excerpt from Benny's Flag?

• A) Friendship

• B) Courage

• C) Betrayal

• D) Love