What does the word "frenzied" mean in the context of the passage?

• Moving quickly in a straight line

• Ghost-like or spectral

• Wild or frantic

• Calm and peaceful

In the passage, what does the word "wraithlike" suggest about the shadows?

• They are solid and heavy

• They are ghost-like or spectral

• They are colorful and bright

• They are warm and comforting

What is the main reason Meg Murry is feeling uneasy in the passage?

• She is afraid of the dark

• She is worried about the weather and other problems

• She is uncomfortable in her quilt

• She is scared of the moon

The setting of this excerpt is:

• A sunny beach

• A bustling city

• A stormy night

• A quiet forest

The author uses weather to set the mood in this passage by mentioning thunder and lightning. Which of the following is an example of this?

• Describing a calm breeze and sunshine

• Mentioning thunder and lightning

• Talking about snow and ice

• Describing a gentle rain

Meg's emotional state based on the last two sentences can be described as:

• She is excited and happy

• She is calm and relaxed

• She is anxious and fearful

• She is indifferent and bored

Identify an example of personification in the excerpt.

• The wind whispered secrets

• The sun smiled brightly

• The rain danced on the roof

• The trees waved goodbye

Identify and explain the use of any two literary devices (e.g., simile, metaphor, alliteration) in the excerpt. How do these devices contribute to the overall effect of the passage?

• Simile and metaphor; they create vivid imagery.

• Alliteration and hyperbole; they add humor.

• Personification and irony; they create suspense.

• Onomatopoeia and symbolism; they enhance rhythm.

Based on this excerpt, what genre do you think this story belongs to? What elements in the text support your conclusion?

• Mystery; the text includes clues and suspense.

• Fantasy; the text includes magical elements.

• Science Fiction; the text includes futuristic technology.

• Historical Fiction; the text includes historical events.

What themes or central ideas do you think might be important in this story, judging from this opening passage? Explain your reasoning.

• Friendship and loyalty; characters support each other.

• Courage and adventure; characters face challenges.

• Love and romance; characters develop relationships.

• Betrayal and revenge; characters seek justice.