"The Story of Atalanta" By James Baldwin

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English
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8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What motivates Atalanta to participate in the race and how does this motivation reflect her character?
To prove herself
To gain wealth
To find a husband
To escape her past
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the story, how does Baldwin portray the view of gender roles through the character of Atalanta?
Showing her as a traditional housewife
Illustrating her strength and independence
Making her dependent on men
Portraying her as weak
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.7
CCSS.RL.8.7
CCSS.RI.7.7
CCSS.RL.7.7
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What can be inferred about Atalanta's feelings towards love and marriage based on her actions in the race?
She is eager to get married
She sees love as a distraction
She fears commitment
She believes love is essential for happiness
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.6.6
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the author use imagery to enhance the reader's understanding of the race?
Describing the colors of the competitors
Detailing the sounds of the crowd
Illustrating the physical appearance of Atalanta
Depicting the landscape of the race circuit
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What statement best summarizes the conflict Atalanta faces throughout the story?
She struggles with her identity as a woman
She races against time to win the race
She must choose between love and independence
She fights against social expectations
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role do the other competitors play in the development of Atalanta's character?
They encourage her to win
They represent her greatest challenges
They distract her from her goals
They serve as her allies
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Baldwin's use of dialogue contribute to the tone of competition in the text?
It shows the characters agreeing with each other
It highlights their fears and doubts
It reveals their motivations and strategies
It distracts from the main plot
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.2.6
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