If baseball players are stoical in the face of their team’s defeat, which of the following must be true? Base your answer on the meaning of stoical.

The players show no emotion after the game.

The players thank the fans for their support.

The players accuse the other team of cheating.

The players begin practicing for the next game.

Which of the following best explains what is taking place in this passage? "In the living room he [the father] saw that the lights were flickering as if on the brink of going out; the patterned wallpaper seemed drained of color; a shadow lay upon it shaped like a bulbous cloud or growth."

The father is detecting an otherworldly, unreal, and frightening presence.

The father is changing his opinion about the stranger.

The father is recalling how the living room has always appeared.

The father is beginning to understand the stranger’s difficult childhood.

"Where Is Here?" focuses mostly on which of the following?

the strong influence of the irrational on human behavior

the precise, mathematical design of the universe

the stability of marital relationships

the dependable beauty of nature

PART A The stranger in "Where Is Here?" mentions his mother several times. Which of the following statements describes how he most likely felt about his mother while he was growing up?

In his childhood the stranger and his mother were very close.

In his childhood the stranger was afraid of his mother.

In his childhood the stranger did not know his mother.

In his childhood the stranger often fought with his mother.

PART B Which of the following excerpts from "Where Is Here?" best supports the answer to Part A?

"Sometimes Mother would join me, if she was in the mood, and we’d plot together—oh, all sorts of fantastical things!"

As if embarrassed, he said, "Mother too had plants on this windowsill but I don’t recall them ever blooming."

"And Mother sat there," he said, merely pointing. "I don’t recall my own place or my sister’s but I suppose it doesn’t matter."

Hurriedly she said, "Is your mother still living, Mr. … ?" “Oh no. Not at all,” the stranger said, rising abruptly from the window seat….

PART A Which of the following best describes the father’s state of mind when the stranger in “Where Is Here?” wanders around outside the house?

The father is curious about what the stranger is doing but respects the stranger’s desire to revisit his memories.

The father is delighted to show the property off to the stranger and regrets not inviting him inside.

The father is touched by the stranger’s desire to see the old home and eager to make him welcome.

The father is deeply frightened and angered by the stranger’s presence but cannot think of a way to get rid of him.

PART B Which of the following excerpts from “Where Is Here?” best supports the answer to Part A?

“He wouldn’t want anyone with him,” the father said. He moved stealthily to another window, peering through the curtains.

“Where is he now?” the mother asked. “He just went into the garage,” the father said.

“Doing what?” the mother asked. “Not doing anything, just walking,” the father said. “He seems to have a slight limp.”

The father had moved to another window and stood quietly watching, … “Is it possible he remembers those swings from his childhood?”

Which of the following are aspects or elements of this passage that are also typical elements of the modern Gothic style? Choose two options. “That is the door leading down to the basement, isn’t it?” [The stranger] spoke strangely, staring at the door. For a moment it appeared he might ask to be shown the basement but the moment passed, fortunately—this was not a part of their house the father and mother would have been comfortable showing to a stranger.

a bizarre interruption of ordinary life

a question that characters have trouble answering

PART A Which of the following statements most accurately describes a way in which “Where is Here?” differs from a traditional Gothic story?

Instead of building to a violent ending, the author conveys tension by showing characters’ efforts to keep their emotions in check.

Instead of referring to supernatural terrors, the author conveys tension by hinting that the stranger is likely to turn to violence.

Instead of providing an ending that leaves unanswered questions, the author explains the mystery of the story fully.

Instead of creating effects of uncertainty and fear, the author works to create an effect of sadness and tragedy.

PART B Which of the following excerpts from “Where Is Here?” best supports the answer to Part A?

But the perfect word eluded [the stranger]. As he spoke his eyes darted about the kitchen almost like eyes out of control. He stood in an odd stiff posture, hands gripping the lapels of his suit….

Without a further word she went to the back door and called out for the stranger to come inside, if he wanted, when he had finished looking around outside.

He drew his fingers slowly along the windowsill; around the frame; rapped the glass … but it was night, and nothing but his reflection bobbed in the glass, ghostly and insubstantial.

He watched the stranger walk away—out to the sidewalk, out to the street, disappearing in the darkness.

Which of the following is an aspect of the ending of “Where Is Here?” that most clearly shows that it is a modern Gothic story?

It leaves readers with questions about who the stranger was and whether the family has been changed.

It resolves some of the tension in the story by indicating that the stranger has left, never to return.

It leaves readers terrified that the stranger may return to take vengeance on the father.

It shows a new tension between the mother and the father.

Which of the following gives the adverb form of "clean" along with its correct definition?

cleanly; “in a clean manner”

cleanliness; “the state or quality of being clean”

"Where Is Here?" includes the following passage: She said, “We can’t bar the door against him. That would be cruel.” The father said, “What? No one has barred any door against anyone.” “Put yourself in his place,” the mother said. “He told me he didn’t want to come inside,” the father said. “Oh—isn’t that just like you!” the mother said in exasperation. Which of the following statements best describes what the dialogue reveals about the characters in this passage?

The dialogue shows that the mother and the father see things from different perspectives and do not understand each other well.

The dialogue shows that the father does not understand the significance of the situation whereas the mother does.

The dialogue shows that the mother is sympathetic to strangers whereas the father is cold.

The dialogue shows that the father is afraid of the mother’s unpredictable temper.

“After such a lesson it’s hard to take the world on its own terms, isn’t it?” he asked. The father asked, annoyed, “On what terms should it be taken, then?” The stranger replied, regarding him levelly, with a just perceptible degree of disdain, “Why, none at all.” Which of the following statements best explains the effect of this dialogue on the reader’s understanding of the stranger?

It helps the reader appreciate how difficult it is for others to understand the stranger.

It helps the reader understand how hard the stranger struggles to make himself understood by others.

It helps the reader understand how much smarter the stranger is than those around him.

It helps the reader appreciate the strong effect the stranger’s childhood has had on him.

After the stranger in 'Where Is Here?' leaves the house, the following dialogue takes place between the father and the mother: 'I wasn’t the one who opened the door to that man in the first place,' the mother said…. [T]he father violently jerked his arm and thrust her away. 'Shut up. We’ll forget it,' he said. 'But—' 'We’ll forget it.' Which of the following statements best describes what this dialogue reveals about the father?

The dialogue shows that he would rather deny than understand the unsettling feelings caused by the stranger’s visit.

The dialogue shows that he wants to make sure his wife and family will no longer be troubled about the stranger’s visit.

The dialogue shows that he has difficulty expressing his affection for his wife and family.

The dialogue shows that he does not care about his wife or her feelings.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

When does “Where Is Here?” take place?

on a snowy day at a hillside cottage

on a chilly, damp evening at sunset

late on a breezy afternoon in summertime

early in the morning, just before sunrise

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

In the beginning of “Where Is Here?,” what does the stranger say that he would like to do?

poke around

meet the children

take photographs of the house

make an offer to buy the house

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

After which event in “Where Is Here?” does the father announce forcefully, “The visit is over”?

the stranger’s bursting into tears

the stranger’s entrance into the house

the stranger’s request to sit on the basement steps

the stranger’s statement that there used be a water stain on the wall

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

At the end of “Where Is Here?,” what effect has the stranger’s visit had on the family?

It has left the family sad and tired.

It has left the children excited and curious about math.

It has left the father and mother quarrelsome and confused.

It has left the father and mother grateful and appreciative of their lives.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

Which words best characterize the stranger in “Where Is Here?”

He possesses a good sense of humor.

He shows fierce loyalty to his family.

He proves that he is trustworthy and honest.

He demonstrates mysterious and confusing powers.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

In which of the following places would a person most likely be gregarious?

a shop

a party

a library

an office

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

Which of the following is the best example of a person behaving amiably?

Patrick complained to the waiter that his soup was cold.

Dolores offered to share the last slice of cake with Mike.

LaTasha prepared carefully for her role in the school play.

Amahl gave a fascinating class presentation on sea creatures.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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Where Is Here? Comprehension Questions

When does “Where Is Here?” take place?

In the beginning of “Where Is Here?,” what does the stranger say that he would like to do?

After which event in “Where Is Here?” does the father announce forcefully, “The visit is over”?

At the end of “Where Is Here?,” what effect has the stranger’s visit had on the family?

Which words best characterize the stranger in “Where Is Here?”

In which of the following places would a person most likely be gregarious?

Which of the following is the best example of a person behaving amiably?

If baseball players are stoical in the face of their team’s defeat, which of the following must be true? Base your answer on the meaning of stoical.

Which of the following best explains what is taking place in this passage?"In the living room he [the father] saw that the lights were flickering as if on the brink of going out; the patterned wallpaper seemed drained of color; a shadow lay upon it shaped like a bulbous cloud or growth."

"Where Is Here?" focuses mostly on which of the following?

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Which of the following best explains what is taking place in this passage?
"In the living room he [the father] saw that the lights were flickering as if on the brink of going out; the patterned wallpaper seemed drained of color; a shadow lay upon it shaped like a bulbous cloud or growth."