Celebrating Eid with My Grandfather (CommonLit)

Which sentence best describes the theme of the story?

• The importance of kindness and generosity.

• Spiritual connection and family traditions bring comfort and meaning.

• Hard work and perseverance lead to success.

• Courage is needed to face life's challenges.

What does the word "ablution" most likely mean in the passage?

• A morning prayer

• A type of food prepared for Eid

• A ritual cleansing for purification

• A greeting shared before prayer

How does the author develop the character of the grandfather in the story?

• By describing his appearance in detail

• By sharing his memories of past Eid celebrations

• By showing his role as a patient and caring teacher

• By revealing his feelings through a letter

What is the impact of the first-person point of view in the story?

• It allows the reader to understand the thoughts and feelings of all characters equally.

• It limits the reader to the narrator's personal experiences and emotions.

• It provides background information about the mosque's history.

• It gives insight into the motivations of the Imam.

Which sentence from the passage best shows the main character's excitement and curiosity?

• "Beep! Beep! Beep! The sound of my alarm clock shakes me to my senses."

• "I wolf it down in a couple of bites and then finish with a cup of milk."

• "It feels strange and exciting to wake up at such an early time for a spiritual act of worship."

• "The mosque is crowded."

Which statement best explains how the setting influences the plot?

• The early morning timing creates a feeling of excitement and reverence.

• The setting is described with vivid language.

• The story's theme focuses on gratitude and reflection.

• The characters face internal struggles.

How does the author use sensory language to enhance the text?

• By providing facts and details about the mosque's history

• By making the reader feel the emotions of the grandfather

• By creating vivid descriptions of sounds and feelings, like "goosebumps surface on my skin."

• By describing the events in chronological order

Which statement best explains the main conflict in the text?

• The main character struggles to understand the prayer rituals.

• The family faces difficulty finding parking near the mosque.

• The story describes how the Imam leads the prayer.

• The characters face a natural disaster.

Which detail from the text best shows the main character's sense of awe and wonder?

• "My mom hands me a cheese sandwich."

• "I cannot help but think how amazing it is to see the streets so packed at such an early hour."

• "The wind howled through the trees."

• "The Imam’s voice rings out from the minaret."

What does the word "empathize" most likely mean in this sentence? "Fasting during the month of Ramadan gives Muslims an opportunity to empathize with the less fortunate."

• To intentionally ignore the struggles that other people face and focus on your own needs and concerns

• To relate to and understand the feelings of others who may be struggling or facing hardship

• To show determination in helping others succeed even when they are ungrateful or uninterested

• To offer guidance, leadership, and protection to others in need