1) In Music for My Mother: "He preferred the music he heard on the radio, but he played the traditional songs for Mama.  What does this show about him? a) He does not care at all  b) He only played it just to please to his mom and get whatever he wanted. c) He played his mom's music because she liked more of the traditional music rather than today's music 2) In Music for my Mother: Who was nostalgic? a) The Father b) The son c) The mother 3) In Music for my Mother: How old was the author when she came to America? a) 6 b) 8 c) 7 4) In Music for my Mother: How old was her brother when the came to America? a) 12 b) 11 c) 10 5) In music for my mother: What was the father's job? a) Seamstress b) Carpenter c) Policeman 6) In Music for my Mother: What was the mother's job? a) Ballerina b) Seamstress c) Teacher 7) In Music for my Mother: Why did Mama and Papa feel uncomfortable and overwhelmed when the went to public places? a) They were overwhlemed with fear b) It was all new to them c) They did not speak english 8) In Music for my Mother: Around what area did they live? a) Houston, TX b) Dallas, TX c) Waco, TX 9) In Music for my Mother: What is the name that Pedrito now goes by? a) Bart b) Peter c) Paul 10) In "A Quilt of a Country": According to Quindlen, how have people's attitudes about her being a product of a mixed marriage change over time? a) It is not a big deal, and everyone is free b) They did not care, but the immigrants wanted money c) It used to be a big deal, but now it's unusual  11) In "A Quilt of a Country": According to Quindlen, what familiar object serves as an ideal representation of America? a) A Quilt b) A Lamborgini c) A Blanket 12) In "A Quilt of a Country":What does Quindlen think unified America's diverse ethnic groups before the end of the Cold War? a) That we have one common enemy b) That we have the best food c) That we have a unified culture 13) In "A Quilt of a Country": What historical information makes the story more accessible? a) The school shooting of Sandy Hooks b) 9/11 c) The Boston Marathon 14) In "A Quilt of a Country": What is the theme? a) we need to work together with others for the good of the country. b) We need to be with each other and guide other c) That terroism is still a thing and we need to do something about it  15) In "A Quilt of a Country":What is the author's name? a) Anna Quinket b) Anna Quindlen c) Ana Smith 16) In "A Quilt of a Country": According to Quindlen, how did the 2 world wars and the Cold War unite the people of the US? a) They required Americans from different backgrounds to fight together. b) It caused them to hate each other and set boundaries c) They fought together and kept their distance 17) In "A Quilt of a Country": According to Quindlen what ideals are in "constant conflict?" a) Love and Support b) Hatred and Tolerence c) Kill and Destroy 18) In "A Quilt of a Country": The word, "credit" means to honor or esteem something or someone. What does discredit mean? a) to damage someones' reputation b) To credit someone without crediting them c) To gossip someone else 19) In " The Immigrant contribution": Which of the following statements best expresses the central idea of "The Immigrant Contribution"? a) Immigration is a core part of American society and an expression of the nation's values. b) Without immigrants, America would be boring c) Immigrant have brought nothing to this country 20) In " The Immigrant contribution": As explained in "The Immigrant Contribution," which of the following aspects of life in the United States have benefited from the contributions of immigrants? a) Politics b) The arts c) Language d) The economy e) All of them 21) In " The Immigrant contribution": According to "The Immigrant Contribution," what does the concept of the "melting pot" represent? a) Literally a Melting pot b) Mixing all ethnicities into one big nationality c) Mixing cultures to form a new nation 22) In " The Immigrant contribution": According to "The Immigrant Contribution," what main hopes did nearly all immigrants to the United States share? a) the hope for economic opportunities b) the hope for personal freedom c) The hope of finding a new family d) A&B e) B&C f) All of them 23) In " The Immigrant contribution": If a group has several factions, what must be true? a) The factions are defined parts of the group b) The factions are defined parts of the culture c) The factions are defined parts of the Music 24) In " The Immigrant contribution": Which of the following statements is the main opinion about immigrants expressed in "The Immigrant Contribution"? a) The native americans should be considered Americans b) Immigrants embody the spirit of the United States and have defined its history. c) Immigrants should be allowed to express their stuff 25) In " The immigrant contribution": which of these circumstances is a person MOST LIKELY to go through a NATURALIZATION in the United States? a) They are easily deported b) They go through residency c) when he or she becomes a citizen 26) In " The immigrant contribution": what does the idea of equality mean in the United States? a) all U.S. citizens should have equal opportunities and freedoms b) That everybody should be separated 27) What type of Diction:  This is when a writer uses words to express something intangible, like an idea or an emotion. a) Concrete b) Abstract c) Sophisticated 28) What type of Diction: driven by lyrical words that relate to a specific theme reflected in a poem, and create a euphonious, or harmonious, sound a) Poetic b) Slang c) Concrete 29) What type of Diction:  the use of words for their literal meanings and often refer to things that appeal to the senses. The meaning is not open to interpretation because the writer is specific and detailed in their phrasing a) Abstract b) Formal c) Concrete 30) What type of Diction:  These are words that originated within a specific culture or subgroup but gained traction. Slang can be a new word, a shortened or modified word, or words that take on a new meaning. a) Colloquial b) Slang c) Informal 31) What type of Diction:  sticks to grammatical rules and uses complicated syntax—the structure of sentences. This elevated type of language is often found in professional texts, business documents, and legal papers. a) Informal b) sophisticated c) formal 32) What type of Diction: more conversational and often used in narrative literature. This casual vernacular is representative of how people communicate in real life, which gives an author freedom to depict more realistic characters. Most short stories and novels a) Informal b) Sophisticated c) Scientific 33) What is the meaning of anticipate? a) Briefly and intensely in love b) eagerly expecting c) to be capitivated d) great happiness and excitement 34) Why is Elena happy on the day of President Kennedy's death? a) She talks to Eugene for the first time and he is friendly. b) Mr. DePalma lets the kids out of school early. c) She is going to study at Eugene's house. d) The residents of El Building do not play loud music on that day. 35) What is the main reason that Eugene's mother rejects Elena? a) Eugene's family is moving soon, so they don't need to study. b) She doesn't want Eugene to socialize with someone of Elena's background. c) She doesn't want Eugene exposed to the bad influences in El Building. d) She thinks that Eugene would feel hurt if it turns out that Elena is smarter than Eugene. 36) Which of the following is an internal conflict? a) When Elena's mom tells her that she needs to stay away from Eugene because she will feel humiliated later. b) When Mr. DePalma yells at the kids for not understanding the severity of the President's death. c) When Eugene's mom tells her that she cannot study with Eugene because he is a smart boy and doesn't need help. d) When Elena is crying about what happened at Eugene's house when she knows she should feel sorry for the President. 37) Why does Elena stare at the little house and the Jewish couple? a) She is curious and wants to know all of the people on her block. b) She believes that one day her family will move into that house. c) She worries about the elderly couple and wants to help them. d) She feels like she has become part of the life she witnesses unfolding in the house. 38) What is the best description of Elena's social status at school? a) She gets all A's in her classes. b) She is an outsider. c) She is the teacher's pet. d) She is one of the most popular girls. 39) When Elena first talks to Eugene, how is he different from what she expected? a) She expects him to reject her, but he welcomes her because she's popular. b) She expects him to be shy, but he ends up being talkative and outgoing. c) She expects him to be friendly, but he is needy and clingy. d) She expects him to be a snob, but he is shy and open to being friends. 40) Which social issue from the 1960s is most relevant to Elena's experiences? a) American involvement in wars overseas. b) Discrimination against African Americans. c) The struggle for equal rights for women. d) Strong ethnic divisions in urban areas. 41) Which of these is an example of an external conflict in the story? a) Elena vs. Eugene's mother, because she thinks that Eugene will be more successful in school without Elena's help. b) Elena vs. herself, because she wants to comfort her mother but also wants to study with Eugene. c) Elena vs. Eugene, because he invites her over to his house knowing that she would not be welcome there. d) Elena vs. her classmates, because they make fun of her for being skinny. 42) Which is the best example of an external conflict between Elena and her mother? a) Elena wants to act according to her emotions, while her mother wants her to be careful. b) Elena wants to return to Puerto Rico, but her mother wants the family to stay in New Jersey. c) Elena wants to study and become a teacher while her mother wants her to have a house like Eugene's. d) Elena wants to jump rope with the girls in school, while her m other wants her to stay away from people who will hurt her. 43) . What do Elena's mother and Eugene's mother have in common? a) They both worry about their children's grades in their classes. b) They both want their children to study hard and go to college. c) They both want to protect their children from the influence of troublemakers. d) They both wish that their children would avoid mixing with members of another ethnic group. 44) In "American History," why do the little house and its resident have such a fascination for Elena even before Eugene moves to the neighborhood? a) She believes that one day her family will move into a house just like b) She feels that she has become part of the life she witnesses unfolding in the house c) She is a curious person who likes knowing about all the various people on her block d) She worries about the elderly people who live there and wants to help them 45) What happens when Elena goes to Eugene's house? a) Eugene's mother turns her away, telling her that she will not be allowed to study with Eugene b) Eugene welcomes her warmly, but his mother is less welcoming c) Eugene is so upset about President Kennedy's death that he cannot come to the door d) Eugene's mother is shocked that Elena would visit on the day of President Kennedy's death 46) Elena's mother and Eugene's mother have a similar concern about their children. From the details in the story, choose the statement that best describes the viewpoint they share: a) Both mothers worry about their children's continual failing grades in their classes b) Both mothers wish their children to avoid mixing with members of another ethnic group c) Both mothers want their children to study hard, graduate on time, and go to college d) Both mothers are eager to protect their children from the influence of troublemakers 47) The 1960s, when "American History" is set, was a time of great social change and reform. Which of the following issues of the time is MOST relevant to Elena's experience in the story? a) discrimination against African Americans b) American involvement in wars overseas c) strong ethnic divisions in urban areas d) the struggle for equal rights for women 48) Which of the following events would a person MOST LIKELY have anticipated when young? a) a sudden assassination for the President b) a comfortable retirement in a warm climate c) a surprising rejection by a strange d) a birthday party held by a good friend 49) If a person can be said to be enthralled by a story, which of the following MUST be true? a) the person is quite repelled by the story b) The person is mildly suspicious of the story c) The person is mildly interested in the story d) The person is quite fascinated by the story 50)  How might a daughter best show that she is devoted to her mother? a) by avoiding social events b) by leaving home as an adult c) by being attentive to her needs d) by avoiding loud music or laughter 51) Which is the most accurate description of Elena's status at school? a) She is very popular b) She is the teacher's pet c) She is something of an outsider d) She is one of the school's top students 52) What can you infer about Elena's parents from the details she provides in the story? a) They have inherited money from their parents and are quite wealthy b) They have found it impossible to adjust to life in the US c) They spend very little time looking after Elena or taking care of her d) They work hard and make sacrifices in the hope of a better future 53) In "American History," when Elena finally speaks to Eugene, how is he different from what she expected? a) She expects snobbery, but he turns out to be shy and open to friendship b) She expects rejection, but he welcomes her admiration in a vain way c) She expects friendliness, but he turns out to be needy and clingy d) She expects shyness, but he turns out to be talkative and outgoing 54) Which of the following sentences from the story best communicates one of Elena's internal conflicts? a) I was also taking a lot of abuse from the black girls for not turning the rope hard and fast enough for them b) I liked him right away because he sat at the kitchen table and read books for hours c) ... I decided to approach him directly, though my stomach was doing somersaults d) I would soon sit there, across from Eugene, and I would tell him about my perch just above his house 55) In American History: What major historical event occurs on the day the story takes place? a) The bombing of Pearl Harbor b) The March on Washington c) JFK's assassination d) September 11, 2001 56) In American History: What is the setting? a) Puerto Rico b) New Jersey c) New York d) Washington, DC 57) How does Elena feel about school? a) She loves to read and flourishes in English class. b) She hates her school and is teased by other kids. c) She feels unchallenged and therefore frustrated. d) She is competitive and signs up for all Honors classes. 58) Why is Elena's mother concerned about her? a) She is failing some of her classes. b) She does not seem to have friends. c) She is infatuated with a boy. d) She is too skinny. 59) Why is Elena's mom shocked that Elena is going to study at Eugene's house? a) It's the same day as a national tragedy. b) She doesn't trust Eugene. c) Elena has never mentioned Eugene before. d) Elena has never expressed interest in her studies. 60) What initially attracts Elena to Eugene? a) He is tall and athletic. b) He is a bookworm. c) He is shy. d) He is respectful to others. 61) What nickname do the students give Eugene? a) Skinny Bones b) The Alien c) The Hick d) Goody Two Shoes 62) In Rules of the Game: How would you describe Waverly's mother? a) laid back  b) she is not in the story c) aggressive d) firm but loving 63) In Rules of the Game: Where does the story take place? a) San Francisco Chinatown  b) China c) Japan d) Port Saint Lucie, Florida 64) How would you describe Waverly's neighborhood? a) busy with smells of different foods  b) quiet and peaceful c) similar to the suburbs Atlanta 65) Which one of her brothers owned the Chess game? a) Winston  b) Vincent c) Johnny Bravo d) Justin Bieber 66) Where did they get the chess game from? a) Christmas present from church b) He found it c) Mom bought the chess game d) A friend gave it to him 67) What did Waverly's family call her? a) Life Saver b) Annoying c) Meimei "Little sitter" d) Young chess player 68) Why did Waverly not have to wash dishes anymore? a) Her brothers always got in trouble b) Waverly was smarter c) She was winning chess games d) The brothers wanted to wash the dishes 69) Who made Waverly a better Chess player? a) Mrs. Adkins b) Lau Po c) Lei Poo d) Meimei 70) Waverly's mother taught her the art of invisible _______? a) strength  b) kindness c) love d) wind 71) Why did Waverly believe they were not poor? a) she ate good, and was taken care of b) her mom bought her a chess set c) her mom told her they were not poor d) she had fancy clothes and shoes 72) What did Waverly's mother give her for luck? a) a ring  b) a thumbs up c) a beaded necklace d) a small tablet 73) How did Waverly manipulate her mother in playing in chess tournaments? a) Waverly said it would be too long b) Waverly said she would shame the family c) she bribed her mom with money d) Waverly said they were too far away 74) What conflict arises when the mother and daughter go shopping? a) her mom was showing her off, and Waverly got upset  b) Waverly was not listening c) Waverly stole a plum d) mom started yelling at her 75) How does the mother feel about her daughter’s success? a) he doesn't know about Waverly playing chess  b) she disapproves because it is not the Chinese way c) she thinks she can do better d) she is very proud of her 76) When does MeiMei first become interested in chess? a) when she found the game in the dark alley b) when she saw the old men in the park playing c) when she went to the Christmas party d) when she saw her brothers playing 77) What did Waverly trade to play chess a) Jolly Ranchers b) Oreo c) Kit Kat d) Life Savers Candies

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