Reading Comprehension Grade 8
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At the beginning of 'Raymond's Run', what best describes Squeaky's attitude towards her running?

  • She feels a strong sense of competition. (correct)
  • She thinks running is not important.
  • She is anxious about losing to others.
  • She is indifferent about winning races.

    • What change in Squeaky occurs by the end of 'Raymond's Run'?

  • She develops a collaborative attitude. (correct)
  • She becomes more self-centered.
  • She decides to quit running entirely.
  • She dislikes Raymond's achievements.

    • How does the author effectively use story elements to advance the plot in 'Raymond's Run'?

  • By describing Squeaky's feelings in detail to slow down the action.
  • By extensively using flashbacks in Squeaky's thoughts.
  • By creating static characters that do not evolve.
  • By introducing a rivalry that challenges Squeaky’s character. (correct)

    • In 'The Tell-Tale Heart', what does the character perceive that the reader understands differently?

    <p>The nature of the beating sound's significance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the dramatic irony present in the situation involving Princess Alia?

    <p>The readers are aware of Alia's social status that the prince is not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does Squeaky's initial pride have on her character development throughout the story?

    <p>It isolates her from others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which point of view does the reader experience in 'Raymond's Run'?

    <p>First-person from Squeaky's perspective.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the differences in perspective between the character and the readers in the provided examples?

    <p>Creating suspense or humor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which example demonstrates a situation that creates suspense based on character and reader knowledge?

    <p>A boy attempts to play with a real snake believing it is a toy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the analysis of Tenzing's breathing difficulty, what contrasting detail does Hillary observe?

    <p>Tenzing struggles while Hillary does not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What literary device is used in the phrase 'dreaming with open eyes' from the excerpt, and what does it imply?

    <p>Metaphor; it suggests being aware of one's surroundings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the implication of the brother's reaction to his cooking when compared to readers' knowledge?

    <p>He is unaware of his lack of skill.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tone is conveyed through the excerpt 'Far-off lands and foreign peoples are a dream'?

    <p>Excited and adventurous.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the analyzed word choice in 'once I got a postcard from the Fiji Islands' suggest about the character's perception of travel?

    <p>Travel evokes deep personal significance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the conflicting information regarding Hillary and Norgay's experiences contribute to the narrative?

    <p>It adds depth and realism to the scene.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sentences is a compound sentence?

    <p>The tennis match was canceled, but it will be rescheduled.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sentences is a simple sentence?

    <p>After school you can go to the library or the gym.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these sentences is written in the passive voice?

    <p>The age-old cultural tradition is a rite of passage into manhood and the only way to become a warrior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sentences is written in the active voice?

    <p>Joseph feared that his brother would be angry with him for losing the cows.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sentence contains an example of a present participle acting as an adjective?

    <p>The disturbing facts about light pollution should inspire us to action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The sentence 'If I could climb Mt. Everest, then I’d be a hero,' is written in which mood?

    <p>Conditional mood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words is a verb in the past tense?

    <p>brought</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of literary elements, which aspect do the lines 'it’s something special, mysterious, festive' emphasize?

    <p>Imagery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Reading Comprehension (Grade 8)

    • A miser sold his possessions, bought gold, and buried it in his garden.
    • He checked on his gold every day.
    • A workman, hiding, saw the miser's secret.
    • That night, the workman stole the gold.
    • The miser was distraught when he found his gold missing.
    • A neighbor advised him to substitute a stone for the gold.
    • The miser agreed, accepting the stone as fulfilling his desires.

    Analyzing Story Elements (Grade 8)

    • The excerpt focuses on the character Squeaky from "Raymond's Run."
    • Squeaky is presented as competitive and determined in the story.

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    Test your understanding of key elements from two narratives focused on character motivations and actions. Analyze the story of a miser and the character Squeaky from 'Raymond's Run'. This quiz is designed to improve reading comprehension skills for 8th graders.

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