The old castle served as a "bastion" against enemy attacks for centuries. A "bastion" is:

a stronghold for shelter during battle

James looked at Maya with "incredulity" when she offered to help him. "Incredulity" means:

B. doubt about the truth of something

After years of strict rules, the teenagers felt "liberated" during their summer break. "Liberated" means:

C. free from traditional restraints

The principal's inflection when making announcements always conveyed authority. 'Inflection' refers to:

the patterns of stress and intonation in language

The reality of the situation helped sober everyone's initial excitement. 'Sober' means:

to become or cause to become more serious

What is the central theme of 'The Last Chair'?

Growth takes time, and everyone starts somewhere

Practice makes perfect in all situations

First chair musicians are always the most talented

Orchestra class is more important than other subjects

Directions: Answer the following questions about theme based on 'The Last Chair.' Which piece of evidence from the text best supports the theme that personal growth requires persistence?

B. 'She arrived early to practice difficult passages and stayed late to work on challenging techniques'

A. 'Maya stared at the empty chair at the end of the violin section'

C. 'Sarah rarely spoke to anyone in the back chairs'

D. 'Mr. Chen announced the new seating arrangements'

How does Maya's interaction with Sarah contribute to the story's theme?

It demonstrates that everyone struggles and starts somewhere

It shows that first chair players are naturally gifted

What does Maya's decision to help James at the end of the story reveal about her character development?

A. She has learned that helping others is part of musical growth

B. She wants to show off her improved skills

C. She is trying to make friends in orchestra

D. She hopes Mr. Chen will notice her kindness

The author develops the theme primarily through:

C. Maya's changing actions and interactions with others

A. Maya's internal thoughts only

B. detailed descriptions of the music

D. Mr. Chen's announcements about seating

Which statement best explains how the "last chair" serves as a symbol in the story?

B. It symbolizes a starting point for growth rather than a place of shame

A. It represents failure and should be avoided

C. It shows that some students will never improve

D. It demonstrates the unfairness of orchestra seating

An objective summary of "The Last Chair" would include:

Maya struggles in last chair, improves through practice, moves up, and helps another student

Maya is the worst violin player and feels embarrassed

Sarah is mean to Maya but eventually becomes her friend

Mr. Chen plays favorites with certain students in orchestra

The setting of Act 1, Scene 1 is:

a small, cramped apartment on Chicago's South Side

a luxurious home in a wealthy neighborhood

a hotel room where the family is staying temporarily

an office building where Walter works

What time of day does Act 1, Scene 1 begin?

early morning as the family wakes up

Walter Lee's primary concern in the opening scene involves:

his business dreams and investment opportunities

The stage directions describe the apartment's furniture as "tired" and showing "weariness." This suggests:

the physical space reflects the family's long struggles

the family recently moved and hasn't unpacked

the family takes poor care of their belongings

the furniture is antique and valuable

What does Ruth's interaction with Travis reveal about her character?

B. She is strict but caring as a mother

A. She is overwhelmed and cannot handle responsibility

C. She favors Travis over her husband Walter

D. She wants Travis to quit school

The cramped living conditions in the Younger apartment symbolically represent:

the limitations and obstacles facing the family

the family's close emotional bonds

the safety and security of home

the family's preference for simple living

Based on the stage directions and dialogue, the Younger family's economic status can best be described as:

struggling financially with limited resources

wealthy but choosing to live modestly

temporarily poor due to recent job loss

Walter's attitude toward his current job suggests that he:

feels his job is beneath his ambitions and dreams

takes great pride in his work as a chauffeur

is grateful for steady employment

wants to work longer hours for more money

The relationship between Walter and Ruth in the opening scene can be characterized as:

B. tense due to differing priorities

What does the apartment's single bathroom shared by multiple families suggest about the living conditions?

The family lives in substandard, overcrowded housing

The building promotes community among residents

Shared facilities are common in luxury buildings

The family chose this arrangement to save money

What is the climax of a story?

the turning point or moment of highest tension

the introduction of main characters

the resolution of all conflicts

the setting and background information

In analyzing theme (RL.7.2), readers should look for:

what lesson or message the author wants readers to understand

the main character's name and age

the specific time and place of events

the number of chapters in the story

The difference between denotation and connotation is:

denotation is dictionary meaning; connotation is emotional meaning

denotation is emotional meaning; connotation is dictionary meaning

they mean exactly the same thing

denotation is for nouns; connotation is for verbs

Which sentence uses correct capitalization?

My favorite author is Maya Angelou from the South.

my favorite author is maya angelou from the south.

My Favorite Author is maya angelou from the South.

my favorite Author is Maya angelou from the south.

A complex sentence contains:

one independent clause (a complete sentence) and one dependent clause (an incomplete sentence/fragment)

two independent clauses joined by a conjunction

multiple independent clauses with no conjunctions

only simple subjects and predicates

To provide an objective summary means to:

present main events without personal bias

include personal opinions about the events

focus only on the ending of the story

rewrite the story in a different style

Both "The Last Chair" and A Raisin in the Sun deal with characters who face obstacles. How do Maya and Walter Lee both demonstrate persistence despite their challenges?

Both characters work harder and refuse to let setbacks stop their progress

Both characters give up when things become difficult

Both characters blame others for their problems

Both characters achieve success without effort

The theme of "growth takes time" in "The Last Chair" connects to which aspect of the Younger family's situation in A Raisin in the Sun?

They have been struggling for years but continue pursuing their dreams

They expect immediate success in all their endeavors

They are unwilling to work for what they want

They have already achieved all their goals

Which quote would best connect to Maya's experience in "The Last Chair"?

C. "Pearls don't just lie on the beach. If you want them you must dive for them"

A. "If you lose you haven't lost, it's just victory pending"

B. "You get what you settle for"

D. "If things seem under control, you are just not going fast enough"

How does the author of "The Last Chair" use Maya's changing practice habits to develop the theme?

Maya's habits demonstrate that practice is more important than performance

Maya's increased dedication shows that effort leads to improvement

Maya's practice schedule proves that talent doesn't matter

Maya's routine shows that individual work is better than group activities

Both "The Last Chair" and the opening of A Raisin in the Sun feature characters in challenging situations. What similar message do both texts convey about facing difficulties?

Persistence and determination can lead to positive change

Difficult situations always lead to failure

People should avoid challenges whenever possible

Success comes only to those who are naturally gifted

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The weather has been erratic this week, with sunshine one day and thunderstorms the next. In this sentence, "erratic" means:

A. predictable and steady

B. unpredictable and inconsistent

C. extremely violent

D. pleasantly mild

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

After reviewing all the evidence, the jury vindicated the defendant of all charges. "Vindicated" means:

found guilty of wrongdoing

cleared of blame or suspicion

sentenced to prison

questioned thoroughly

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The prosecutor presented the indictment to the court, listing all formal charges. An "indictment" is:

a legal defense strategy

a verdict of innocence

a formal accusation of wrongdoing

a request for bail

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Maya practiced doggedly every night, never missing a single session despite her frustration. "Doggedly" means:

with casual interest

with obstinate determination

in a playful manner

very quickly

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Sarah spoke tentatively about her concerns, unsure if she should voice them. "Tentatively" means:

in a confident manner

very loudly

in a hesitant manner

with great enthusiasm

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The aroma of fresh bread began to permeate the entire house. "Permeate" means:

To spread throughout

To disappear quickly

To smell bad

To be contained

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The student moved "furtively" through the hall, hoping not to be seen arriving late. "Furtively" means:

in a secretive manner

very slowly

with great confidence

in an obvious way

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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ELA7 TEST 4

The weather has been erratic this week, with sunshine one day and thunderstorms the next. In this sentence, "erratic" means:

After reviewing all the evidence, the jury vindicated the defendant of all charges. "Vindicated" means:

The prosecutor presented the indictment to the court, listing all formal charges. An "indictment" is:

Maya practiced doggedly every night, never missing a single session despite her frustration. "Doggedly" means:

Sarah spoke tentatively about her concerns, unsure if she should voice them. "Tentatively" means:

The aroma of fresh bread began to permeate the entire house. "Permeate" means:

The student moved "furtively" through the hall, hoping not to be seen arriving late. "Furtively" means:

The teacher's "indifference" toward the students' questions surprised everyone. "Indifference" means:

The crowd's "raucous" laughter could be heard from blocks away. "Raucous" means:

The old castle served as a "bastion" against enemy attacks for centuries. A "bastion" is:

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