The First Day of School

Which two conflicts are at the center of “The First Day of School”?

• John vs. Nature

• John vs. Society

• John vs. Audrey

• John vs. Self

• John vs. his Mother

What do John’s actions at the breakfast table (paragraphs 1-12) suggest about his emotions?

• He is excited about the first day of school and eager to leave.

• He is distracted and hesitant about going to school.

• He is confident and ready to face any challenges at school.

• He is too tired to think about what will happen at school.

What is the main conflict John faces in the story?

• He is nervous about starting a new grade and meeting his teachers.

• He struggles with the idea of he and his sister attending a newly integrated school.

• He does not get along with his sister and does not want to go to school with her.

• He wants to move to another town but his family refuses to leave.

What is the main theme of 'The First Day of School'?

• A) Overcoming fear

• B) Friendship

• C) Adventure

• D) Family

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'The First Day of School'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Irony

What emotion does the protagonist primarily feel in 'The First Day of School'?

• A) Excitement

• B) Anxiety

• C) Anger

• D) Joy

In 'The First Day of School', what is the setting of the story?

• A) A small town

• B) A big city

• C) A rural village

• D) A suburban neighborhood

What is the climax of 'The First Day of School'?

• A) Meeting new friends

• B) Entering the classroom

• C) Overcoming a challenge

• D) Talking to the teacher

Which character trait best describes the protagonist in 'The First Day of School'?

• A) Brave

• B) Shy

• C) Outgoing

• D) Confident

What lesson does the protagonist learn in 'The First Day of School'?

• A) The importance of friendship

• B) Facing fears can lead to growth

• C) School is not important

• D) Always follow the rules