"All Summer In A Day" Reading Comprehension And Vocabulary Quiz
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How does the author make you feel pity for Margot? Support your response with EXAMPLES (more than one!!) from the story.
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What statement can you make about the importance of the SETTING to the PLOT?? (remember we did work with this/remember how you answered it!!!)
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How does seeing the sun change the children in a POSITIVE WAY? Give details from the story that help you know how the children have changed.
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What does the word THEME mean? What was the THEME of "All Summer in a Day"? Explain how Ray Bradbury helped you, as the reader, to understand the theme of this short story (what parts of the plot led you to understand it was the theme):
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BONUS ---on another sheet of paper, answer this and turn it into me (you will not get extra credit if you do not follow directions!!) What is a quote by Ray Bradbury that you remember? After telling me the quote, explain what you think he meant in/with this quote?
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What are the children waiting for as the story begins?
- A.
A rainstorm
- B.
The sunshine
- C.
An early dismissal
- D.
A science experiment
Correct Answer
B. The sunshineExplanation
The children are waiting for the sunshine as the story begins. This suggests that they are looking forward to a bright and sunny day. The presence of sunshine often signifies good weather and an opportunity for outdoor activities. It sets a positive and cheerful tone for the story, indicating that the children are excited and eager for the day to begin.Rate this question:
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Which detail shows that the story takes place in the future?
- A.
Margot lives on Venus
- B.
Scientists study the sun
- C.
Rain falls for seven years
- D.
Children dream about the sun
Correct Answer
A. Margot lives on VenusExplanation
The detail that shows that the story takes place in the future is that Margot lives on Venus. This suggests that humans have advanced technologically and are capable of living on other planets, indicating a future time period.Rate this question:
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The children are looking through the windows because...
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People in rockets will be flying near
- B.
The constant rainfall is so unusual
- C.
They are waiting for the sun to come out
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Scientists are outside performing experiments
Correct Answer
C. They are waiting for the sun to come outExplanation
The correct answer is that the children are waiting for the sun to come out. This is because the question states that the children are looking through the windows, implying that they are inside a building. The other options, such as people in rockets flying near or scientists performing experiments outside, do not provide a reasonable explanation for why the children would be looking through the windows. Additionally, the constant rainfall being unusual does not necessarily explain why the children would be waiting for the sun to come out.Rate this question:
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Which phrase best describes the setting at the beginning of the story?
- A.
An underground city on Venus
- B.
A experimental city on Earth
- C.
A rocket ship near Venus
- D.
A stormy jungle on Earth
Correct Answer
A. An underground city on VenusExplanation
The correct answer is an underground city on Venus. This is the best description of the setting at the beginning of the story because it specifies the location (Venus) and the type of city (underground). The other options do not mention Venus or an underground city, making them less accurate descriptions of the setting.Rate this question:
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Margot is different from the other children because she….
- A.
Grows bored while waiting for the teacher
- B.
Believes that the rain will continue forever
- C.
Speaks a different language than they do
- D.
Remembers what the sun looks and feels like
Correct Answer
D. Remembers what the sun looks and feels likeExplanation
Margot is different from the other children because she remembers what the sun looks and feels like. This suggests that the other children do not remember or have never experienced the sun, while Margot has a vivid memory of it. This difference in experience sets her apart from the other children and makes her unique.Rate this question:
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Which statement best explains how the rainy setting affects Margot?
- A.
She is pale, silent and thin
- B.
She likes to hide from everyone.
- C.
Rain improves her poetry writing.
- D.
Tunnels are her only comfort.
Correct Answer
A. She is pale, silent and thinExplanation
The statement "She is pale, silent and thin" best explains how the rainy setting affects Margot. This suggests that the rainy setting has a negative impact on her physical and emotional well-being. The rain may make her feel sad or melancholic, leading to her being withdrawn and uncommunicative. Additionally, the rain may affect her appetite or overall health, resulting in her appearing pale and thin.Rate this question:
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When the sun comes out, the children
- A.
Compare it to a penny
- B.
Return to the classroom
- C.
Play in the pale jungle
- D.
Wait for the rainfall
Correct Answer
C. Play in the pale jungle -
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You can INFER that the children feel ashamed after they come back inside because they….
- A.
Are startled when they hear thunder
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Look down at their feet and hands
- C.
Close the door on the falling rain
- D.
Have blue faces from the lightning
Correct Answer
B. Look down at their feet and handsExplanation
The correct answer is "look down at their feet and hands". This can be inferred because feeling ashamed often leads to avoiding eye contact and looking down. The fact that the children come back inside and immediately look down suggests that they may be feeling embarrassed or ashamed about something.Rate this question:
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What is the reason the children are ashamed when they come back in?
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They are ashamed because they broke something important to others
- B.
They are ashamed because of the way they treated Margot
- C.
They are ashamed because they were afraid of the lightening and thunder and it was an irrational fear
- D.
They are ashamed because they had all gotten wet while they were out and were making a mess on the floor
Correct Answer
B. They are ashamed because of the way they treated MargotExplanation
The reason the children are ashamed when they come back in is because of the way they treated Margot.Rate this question:
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What is meant by the word APPARATUS?
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A device used for a specific purpose
- B.
A piece broken off or cut from the whole
- C.
An attempt made by a teammate
- D.
An assignment given as homework
Correct Answer
A. A device used for a specific purposeExplanation
The word "apparatus" refers to a device that is designed and used for a specific purpose. It is not a piece broken off or cut from the whole, an attempt made by a teammate, or an assignment given as homework.Rate this question:
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To SAVOR means to….
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Claim possession of
- B.
Devote time to
- C.
Take pleasure in
- D.
End resistance to
Correct Answer
C. Take pleasure inExplanation
The word "savor" refers to enjoying or relishing something. It implies taking pleasure in something, such as savoring a delicious meal or savoring a beautiful moment. Therefore, the correct answer is "take pleasure in."Rate this question:
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Something that is IMMENSE is...
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Clear
- B.
Wrong
- C.
Soft
- D.
Huge
Correct Answer
D. HugeExplanation
Something that is immense refers to something that is extremely large or vast in size or quantity. It is beyond the regular or normal size or scale. The word "huge" also means very large or immense in size, hence it is the correct answer in this context.Rate this question:
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The word TUMULTUOUSLY means...
- A.
Rudely
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Heavily
- C.
Easily
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Wildly
Correct Answer
D. WildlyExplanation
The word "tumultuously" is an adverb that describes an action done in a wild, chaotic, or disorderly manner. It implies a lack of control or restraint. Therefore, the correct answer is "wildly."Rate this question:
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The word SUSPICIOUS means...
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Hopeful and excited
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Believable but weird
- C.
Doubly wrong
- D.
Doubtful and questioning
Correct Answer
D. Doubtful and questioningExplanation
The word "suspicious" refers to a feeling of doubt or uncertainty about someone or something. It implies a sense of questioning and being cautious due to a perceived potential for wrongdoing or deception. Therefore, the correct answer is "doubtful and questioning".Rate this question:
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The word RIVALS means....
- A.
Friends and family
- B.
Enemies or opponents
- C.
Comments
- D.
Jumpers
Correct Answer
B. Enemies or opponentsExplanation
The word "rivals" refers to individuals or groups who compete against each other in a competitive or hostile manner. They are enemies or opponents who strive to outdo each other and often have a competitive relationship.Rate this question:
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Who is the author of this short story?
- A.
John Berry
- B.
Ray Berry
- C.
Ray Bradbury
- D.
John Bradbury
Correct Answer
C. Ray BradburyExplanation
Ray Bradbury is the author of this short story.Rate this question:
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What GENRE is this short story?
- A.
Realistic fiction
- B.
Science non-fiction
- C.
Realistic non-fiction
- D.
Science fiction
Correct Answer
D. Science fictionExplanation
The correct answer is science fiction because the story likely involves imaginative and futuristic elements that are not based on reality or scientific fact. This genre often explores concepts such as advanced technology, space travel, and alternate realities, which are not found in the other options provided.Rate this question:
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How long does the sunshine last when it finally comes to Venus in this short story?
- A.
One Summer
- B.
All day
- C.
2 hours
- D.
6 hours
Correct Answer
C. 2 hoursExplanation
In the short story "One Summer," the sunshine on Venus lasts for 2 hours when it finally comes. This suggests that Venus experiences extremely short periods of sunlight, possibly due to its unique atmospheric conditions or its position in relation to the sun. The limited duration of sunshine adds to the overall atmosphere and setting of the story, emphasizing the rarity and preciousness of sunlight on Venus.Rate this question:
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What does the word THEME mean?
- A.
What happens in a story
- B.
The lesson or central point the author is trying to get across
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What the author tells you, as the reader, happens in the story
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The exposition of the story is part of the meaning
Correct Answer
B. The lesson or central point the author is trying to get acrossExplanation
The word "theme" refers to the lesson or central point that the author is trying to convey in a story. It is the underlying message or moral that the author wants the reader to take away from the story. The theme is not just what happens in the story or the exposition, but rather the deeper meaning or purpose behind the events and characters in the story.Rate this question:
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What does the word SETTING mean?
- A.
What and when the story happens
- B.
Why the story happens and what it means
- C.
When and where the story happens
- D.
Wherever the story happens
Correct Answer
C. When and where the story happensExplanation
The word "setting" refers to the time and place in which a story takes place. It encompasses the physical location, such as a city or a specific building, as well as the time period, whether it is in the past, present, or future. Understanding the setting is crucial for comprehending the context and atmosphere of the story, as it can influence the characters' actions and motivations.Rate this question:
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What is the THEME of "All Summer in a Day"?
- A.
The children are mean to the girl who is different - they push her in a closet and say mean things to her - then they go out and enjoy the sun forgetting that she's in the closet - then they feel bad about themselves and go to let her out of the closet.
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The story is set on Venus and moves from the classroom to the tunnels, to the outside on Venus where the sun shines for a bit.
- C.
The exposition and resolution work together to form the story and lead the reader to understand why it was written.
- D.
Be kind to each other and respect others even if there is someone who is different from you, do not bully!!
Correct Answer
D. Be kind to each other and respect others even if there is someone who is different from you, do not bully!!Explanation
The theme of "All Summer in a Day" is about the importance of kindness, respect, and empathy towards others, especially those who are different from us. The story highlights the negative consequences of bullying and exclusion, as the children mistreat the girl who is different and later feel remorse for their actions. The theme encourages readers to be compassionate and understanding, emphasizing the value of treating others with kindness and respect, regardless of their differences.Rate this question:
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