Which reason does Michael give in Selection 1 of “Reaching the Shore” for avoiding the water?
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Classmates had shared stories about shark sightings with Michael.
Michael claims to be seasick.
Michael had encountered a dangerous creature while swimming.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Anxiety and fear began to flood him as quickly as sea water could overtake a ship during a storm.
Which of the following explains the purpose of the above sentence from “Columbus”?
to help develop the main character’s feelings
o provide a new problem for the characters
o introduce the conflict of the story
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
One theme found in "Reaching the Shore" is that it is important to face your fears.
Which sentence from the story BEST supports this theme?
He wanted nothing to do with the water and the dangers that lurked just on the other side of his hotel boundary.
It was perfect, but he wanted nothing to do with it
D.
After listening to his family’s stories, Michael made a decision.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In “Columbus,” why did the ship’s crew beg Columbus to forgive them?
They had doubted Columbus’s leadership and were demanding to turn around.
They had broken the ships rules and were hoping to avoid punishment.
They changed the name of the island from Guanahani to San Salvador without asking the native’s permission.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The growing knot of fear in Columbus’ stomach began to release, and he paced the deck for the remainder of the evening, expectant and full of hope.
How does the phrase growing knot of fear help the reader understand Columbus' emotional well-being?
Columbus was worried the sailors had not secured the ropes well before he started to feel confident.
Columbus had been increasingly anxious over the success of their journey before he started to feel reassured.
Columbus was feeling afraid that he would be seasick before he started feeling better.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following BEST describes how the first paragraph contributes to "Reaching the Shore"?
Beginning details help to tie up the story’s loose ends.
Descriptive details shift the story from the beginning to the most exciting part.
Vivid details provide imagery that helps the reader visualize the setting.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following groups of words from Selection 1 of “Reaching the Shore” BEST emphasizes Michael’s fear of sea creatures?
“stories about shark sightings”
“creatures who lurked under the waves”
"The demons that lurked just below the surface”
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