Orbiting Jupiter Final Test

Explain the significance of the title 'Orbiting Jupiter' in relation to Joseph's character.

• The title 'Orbiting Jupiter' represents Joseph's talent for running in circles around his problems and never facing them.

• The title 'Orbiting Jupiter' symbolizes Joseph's longing for connection and family, as well as his sense of being an outsider or orbiting around the people and events in his life.

• The title 'Orbiting Jupiter' signifies Joseph's obsession with the planet Jupiter and his desire to visit it one day.

• The title 'Orbiting Jupiter' refers to Joseph's love for astronomy and his dream of becoming an astronaut.

What is the significance of the winter season in the story 'Orbiting Jupiter'?

• The winter season has no significance in the story.

• The winter season signifies a period of hardship and struggle for Joseph.

• The winter season signifies a period of joy and celebration for Joseph.

• The winter season signifies a period of change and transformation for Joseph.

What is the primary theme of 'Orbiting Jupiter'?

• A) Friendship and loyalty

• B) Isolation and connection

• C) Adventure and exploration

• D) Wealth and power

Which character in 'Orbiting Jupiter' is most supportive of Joseph?

• A) Mr. Canton

• B) Jack

• C) Mrs. Stroud

• D) Jay Perkins

What role does the setting play in 'Orbiting Jupiter'?

• A) It serves as a backdrop with little influence on the story.

• B) It highlights the isolation and challenges faced by the characters.

• C) It provides a historical context for the events.

• D) It is a symbol of wealth and prosperity.

How does Joseph's past affect his present actions in 'Orbiting Jupiter'?

• A) It has no impact on his present actions.

• B) It motivates him to seek redemption and connection.

• C) It causes him to repeat past mistakes.

• D) It leads him to avoid forming new relationships.

What literary device is frequently used in 'Orbiting Jupiter' to convey Joseph's emotions?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Irony

In 'Orbiting Jupiter', what does the character Jack learn from Joseph?

• A) The importance of family and understanding

• B) How to be more independent

• C) The value of hard work

• D) The significance of academic success

What is the significance of the farm setting in 'Orbiting Jupiter'?

• A) It represents stability and safety for Joseph.

• B) It is a place of conflict and danger.

• C) It symbolizes Joseph's past life.

• D) It is irrelevant to the story.

How does the author use foreshadowing in 'Orbiting Jupiter'?

• A) To hint at Joseph's eventual success

• B) To suggest the challenges Joseph will face

• C) To reveal the ending of the story early on

• D) To mislead the reader about Joseph's intentions