Dinh's MONEY Quiz!!!!

1. It can reasonably be inferred from the passage that Abshu and the Masons would agree with which of the following statements about the best way to raise a child?

For a child to be happy, he or she must develop a firm basis in religion at an early age.

For a child to achieve greatness, he or she must attach importance to the community and not to the self.

The best answer is C because both the Masons and Abshu tried to develop discipline in the children under their care. In the Masons' home, "There was a strict curfew" (lines 58-59), which Abshu credited for "keeping him out of gangs" (lines 57-58). At the community center, Abshu also believed in discipline: "There had to be rules someplace in [the children's] world, some kind of discipline. And if they understood that, then he worked with them, long and hard" (lines 85-88).

Explanation

The best answer is C because both the Masons and Abshu tried to develop discipline in the children under their care. In the Masons' home, "There was a strict curfew" (lines 58-59), which Abshu credited for "keeping him out of gangs" (lines 57-58). At the community center, Abshu also believed in discipline: "There had to be rules someplace in [the children's] world, some kind of discipline. And if they understood that, then he worked with them, long and hard" (lines 85-88).

2. It can reasonably be inferred that which of the following characters from the passage lives according to Abshu's definition of a life fully lived?

Mother Mason

Father Mason

Abshu as a child

Abshu as an adult

The best answer is D because the second half of the eighth paragraph specifically refers to what "gave Abshu an appreciation for a life fully lived" (line 66). The narrator goes on to explain that the job working with young kids was what made Abshu "most fulfilled" (lines 70-71). Abshu held this job as an adult.

Explanation

The best answer is D because the second half of the eighth paragraph specifically refers to what "gave Abshu an appreciation for a life fully lived" (line 66). The narrator goes on to explain that the job working with young kids was what made Abshu "most fulfilled" (lines 70-71). Abshu held this job as an adult.

3. Which of the following statements about the children entering the community center is supported by the passage?

They had unrealistic expectations that Abshu toned down in the course of informal conversations.

In Abshu's eyes, they were all gifted.

They were prepared to believe in each other more than in themselves.

The best answer is B. Evidence for this choice is directly stated in lines 4-6: "young, gifted, and black, which was how Abshu saw every child milling around that dark street."

Explanation

The best answer is B. Evidence for this choice is directly stated in lines 4-6: "young, gifted, and black, which was how Abshu saw every child milling around that dark street."

4. It can reasonably be inferred from the first paragraph that in obtaining outside funding for the community center, Abshu could be characterized as:

Thorough in seeking out potential sources for financial backing.

Reluctant to spoil the children with charity.

Excited about having the children write grant applications.

Determined to let the children decide how the money would be spent.

The best answer is A because lines 6-7 explicitly state that Abshu "went after every existing grant on the city and state level." This statement clearly indicates that he was thorough in seeking out financial backing.

Explanation

The best answer is A because lines 6-7 explicitly state that Abshu "went after every existing grant on the city and state level." This statement clearly indicates that he was thorough in seeking out financial backing.

5. According to the passage, which of the following most closely identifies Abshu's definition of a life fully lived?

Happiness in your work and love in your house

The pursuit of your goals and the realization of your dreams

Togetherness with your family and the sharing of laughter

Working in the community and striving for equality

The best answer is A because the passage states directly in lines 66-68 that according to Abshu, to have a life fully lived, one should "do whatever job makes you happy, regardless of the cost; and fill your home with love."

Explanation

The best answer is A because the passage states directly in lines 66-68 that according to Abshu, to have a life fully lived, one should "do whatever job makes you happy, regardless of the cost; and fill your home with love."

6. Which of the following statements about Abshu's attitude toward his mother's choices early in his life is supported by the passage?

The best answer is C. The third paragraph clearly states that "Abshu wished that his own family could have stayed together" but that "he understood why his mother did what she did."

Explanation

The best answer is C. The third paragraph clearly states that "Abshu wished that his own family could have stayed together" but that "he understood why his mother did what she did."

7. As it is used in line 65, the term the edge refers to a place where Abshu felt:

Most alive

Unfulfilled

Defeated

Most competitive

The best answer is A because lines 65-66 show that for Abshu, living "on the edge of hunger, on the edge of kindness" gave him "an appreciation for a life fully lived."

Explanation

The best answer is A because lines 65-66 show that for Abshu, living "on the edge of hunger, on the edge of kindness" gave him "an appreciation for a life fully lived."

8. The point of view from which the passage is told can best be described as that of:

An unidentified narrator describing a man who devoted his life to neighborhood children years after his own difficult childhood.

The best answer is C because the person who is telling the story is never identified. This unidentified narrator, however, knows enough about the main character, Abshu, to describe in detail Abshu's difficult childhood and his commitment as an adult to working in a community center.

Explanation

The best answer is C because the person who is telling the story is never identified. This unidentified narrator, however, knows enough about the main character, Abshu, to describe in detail Abshu's difficult childhood and his commitment as an adult to working in a community center.

9. It can reasonably be inferred from the passage that which of the following is a cherished dream that Abshu expects to make a reality in his lifetime?

Establishing himself financially so as to be able to bring his original family back under one roof

Seeing the children at the community center shift their interest from sports to the dramatic arts

Building on the success of the community center by opening other centers like it throughout the state

Expanding for some, if not all, of the children the vision they have of themselves and their futures

The best answer is D because the first paragraph specifically indicates that Abshu's goal was to expand the horizons of the children he worked with. In lines 2-5, the passage states that Abshu "had committed himself to . . . broaden the horizons for the young, gifted, and black—which was how he saw every child milling around . . ." Line 12 states a second time that he wanted to broaden their horizons.

Explanation

The best answer is D because the first paragraph specifically indicates that Abshu's goal was to expand the horizons of the children he worked with. In lines 2-5, the passage states that Abshu "had committed himself to . . . broaden the horizons for the young, gifted, and black—which was how he saw every child milling around . . ." Line 12 states a second time that he wanted to broaden their horizons.

10. The fourth paragraph (lines 31-37) establishes all of the following EXCEPT:

That Abshu had foster brothers.

That the Masons maintained a clean house.

How Mother Mason felt about the location of their house.

What Abshu remembered most about his years with the Masons.

The best answer is D. This question asks test takers to find the choice that is NOT included in the fourth paragraph. Information about what Abshu remembered most about his time with the Masons is included in the fifth paragraph (lines 38-42).

Explanation

The best answer is D. This question asks test takers to find the choice that is NOT included in the fourth paragraph. Information about what Abshu remembered most about his time with the Masons is included in the fifth paragraph (lines 38-42).

Dinh's Money Quiz!!!!