Chinatown Book Trivia: 2nd Grade Quiz!
Chinatown by William Low is a fascinating book to read, and not only does it offer entertainment, but it also helps you polish your reading skills. This is a reading comprehension test for the HM 2nd Grade Theme 3-Selection 1 Chinatown Story. Give it a try, and feel free to read the book a second time when you are done with the test. All the best!
- 1.
Who is telling the story?
- A.
Grandma
- B.
The boy
- C.
Grandfather
Correct Answer
B. The boyExplanation
The correct answer is the boy. This implies that the story is being narrated from the perspective of a young male character.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Where do the boy and his grandmother go every morning?
- A.
The bookstore
- B.
Chinatown
- C.
The school
Correct Answer
B. ChinatownExplanation
The boy and his grandmother go to Chinatown every morning.Rate this question:
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- 3.
In the park, they see people in a ______
- A.
Dance class
- B.
Tai Chi class
- C.
Cooking class
Correct Answer
B. Tai Chi classExplanation
In the park, they see people in a Tai Chi class. Tai Chi is a martial art form that originated in ancient China. It involves slow and graceful movements combined with deep breathing and meditation. Tai Chi is often practiced outdoors, making it a common sight in parks.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which names the group for these things in the story? (parade, lion dance, and firecrackers)
- A.
Stores in Chinatown
- B.
What Grandma and the boy see everyday in Chinatown
- C.
Parts of Chinese New Year celebration
Correct Answer
C. Parts of Chinese New Year celebrationExplanation
The given question is asking for the group that these things (parade, lion dance, and firecrackers) belong to in the story. The correct answer is "parts of Chinese New Year celebration." This means that these activities are all components or elements of the Chinese New Year celebration.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What does grandma say when the streets are crowded?
- A.
Run off with your friends.
- B.
Be sure to stay close by.
- C.
Let’s eat.
Correct Answer
B. Be sure to stay close by.Explanation
Grandma says "Be sure to stay close by" when the streets are crowded because she wants to ensure the safety of the person she is talking to. When the streets are crowded, it can be easy to get separated from your group or get lost, so staying close by is important to avoid any potential dangers or getting lost in the crowd.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which of the following is NOT true about the little boy in the story?
- A.
He cares about his grandmother.
- B.
He takes kung fu lessons.
- C.
He lives in the country.
Correct Answer
C. He lives in the country.Explanation
The correct answer is "He lives in the country." This means that the statement "He lives in the country" is false. The other two statements, "He cares about his grandmother" and "He takes kung fu lessons," are true about the little boy in the story.Rate this question:
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- 7.
In Chinatown, the market is filled with shoppers. What is the meaning of the market?
- A.
It’s a place to check out books.
- B.
It’s a place where food and other things are sold.
- C.
It’s a place to play all day.
Correct Answer
B. It’s a place where food and other things are sold.Explanation
The market in Chinatown is described as being filled with shoppers, indicating that it is a place where people go to buy things. The mention of food and other things being sold further supports this explanation, as markets are typically known for selling a variety of goods, including groceries and other items. The option about checking out books or playing all day does not align with the context provided, which focuses on shopping and buying goods.Rate this question:
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- 8.
In the story Grandma talks about crabs, she says…
- A.
The hotter the water the better the crabs.
- B.
The bigger they are, the better they taste.
- C.
The angrier the crabs, the tastier the meat.
Correct Answer
C. The angrier the crabs, the tastier the meat.Explanation
The given answer is correct because Grandma states that the angrier the crabs are, the tastier the meat is. This implies that the level of anger in the crabs directly affects the taste of the meat. Therefore, according to Grandma, the more angry the crabs are, the better they taste.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What will the boy be doing the next year at the parade?
- A.
Watching with Grandma again.
- B.
He will be visiting America.
- C.
Marching in the parade with the kung fu school.
Correct Answer
C. Marching in the parade with the kung fu school.Explanation
The correct answer is "Marching in the parade with the kung fu school." This suggests that the boy will be participating in the parade alongside his kung fu school.Rate this question:
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- 10.
How do you say Happy New Year in Chinese?
- A.
Happy New Year!
- B.
Gung hay fat choy!
- C.
Gu ma ming ta!
Correct Answer
B. Gung hay fat choy!Explanation
The correct answer is "Gung hay fat choy!" This is the traditional Cantonese phrase used to wish someone a Happy New Year in Chinese. It is commonly used in Hong Kong and other Cantonese-speaking regions.Rate this question:
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